Whiplash is a neck injury that most often results from an unexpectedly forceful and sudden motion resembling a cracked whip. This strong, sudden jolt can potentially damage muscles, nerves, discs, and tendons in the upper back and neck area. Dr. Gregory Griffin at Elite Spine and Sport offers noninvasive, effective chiropractic care for those in and around Duncanville, TX, who are experiencing whiplash discomfort as the result of a traumatic incident like an automobile collision.
Common Whiplash Causes
Whiplash injuries have the potential to injure muscles, nerves, and connective tissue and even misalign vertebrae across the shoulders or cervical spine.The most common cause of a whiplash injury is being in a car rear-ended by another moving vehicle– as either a passenger or the driver. The severity of the damage will be contingent on these essential factors -
- The specific direction of the car/vehicle crash.
- The speed of vehicles/cars involved in the collision.
- The age and overall physical condition of the individual who has suffered a whiplash injury.
Other common whiplash causes include –
- A traumatic fall.
- An accident that causes an injury while playing some form of contact sports.
Whiplash Symptoms
Whiplash is a tricky injury, with some symptoms that manifest immediately. In contrast, others may not show up until several days or weeks have passed after the accident or incident that caused the neck or whiplash injury. In other words, even if you have no apparent symptoms (like nagging pain and stiffness) after a car accident/trauma, it is essential NOT to assume that you are uninjured.
The best decision is to seek a medical or chiropractic assessment after a potential whiplash accident because by not following this guidance, you may create a chronic condition that requires ongoing care.
The most common whiplash symptoms include the following -
- Stiffness and/or neck pain that worsens with movement.
- Upper back and neck tenderness.
- Limited range of motion.
- Ringing in your ears.
- Unexplained fatigue and headaches.
- Dizziness/vertigo.
- Disrupted sleep habits.
- Difficulties focusing/concentrating.
- Blurred vision. Tingling sensations down one/both arms.
Effective Chiropractic Treatments for Whiplash
Dr. Griffin of Elite Spine and Sport offers these and other noninvasive whiplash treatment options –
- Chiropractic Adjustments.
- Spinal Decompression.
- Physiotherapy.
- Electrical Stimulation.
- Therapeutic Exercise.
- Ultrasound Therapy, and more.
Contact a Leading Duncanville, TX Chiropractor for an Appointment Today
The team of professionals at Elite Spine and Sport – who serve the greater Duncanville region, can help restore your natural movements and range of motion using a variety of noninvasive chiropractic adjustments and whiplash therapies. Contact Dr. Griffin or reach out to his professional staff online.