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Whiplash: What is it?

Imperium Health Center

Whiplash is a neck injury resulting from forceful, rapid movement of the neck. As the name implies, it occurs when the neck is moved forward and backward with immense pressure, like the cracking of a whip. Whiplash is commonly caused by rear-end car accidents.

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Unraveling the Brachial Plexus; Chiropractic Care for Whiplash

Smart Pain Solutions

Have you ever been hit from behind in a motor vehicle accident and noticed pain and stiffness in your neck after a wreck? Simply called whiplash, Smart Pain Solutions has chiropractors who treat whiplash in Clayton and Bridgeton of St. What’s the Brachial Plexus and why is associated with whiplash?

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Spotting the Signs: When Whiplash Requires Serious Attention

Fullness of Life Chiropractic

If it is not treated, whiplash can develop into a serious public health problem. Those who have been in an accident and have sustained injuries should make getting treatment for whiplash their top priority in order to lower their risk of developing long-term health issues. These treatments may also be combined with one another.

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Who Pays For A Chiropractor After An Accident?

Oviedo Chiropractic

The most common injury that presents following a car accident is whiplash, and it’s not something that presents right away. Whiplash can cause neck pain, dizziness, nausea, blurred vision, and more, so it’s crucial to seek treatment. The ultimate goal is preventing lasting damage and providing long-term relief.

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Common Misconceptions About Car Accidents and Injuries

Accident Care Chiropractic

Have you ever heard "whiplash isn't serious" or "minor bumps don't need a doctor"? Some people even blow off whiplash. This attitude can leave you in pain, struggling to heal from your injuries and wondering why nobody is taking you seriously. Whiplash injuries are often associated with rear-end car collisions.

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 Understanding Injury Types and Timelines After Auto Accidents

Accident Care Chiropractic

From Whiplash to Fractures: Exploring Injury Types and Recovery Timelines After Auto Accidents Auto accidents can produce a wide range of injuries, each with varying recovery timelines. They're called soft tissue injuries because they affect muscles, tendons, ligaments, and the body's soft tissue.

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Is Medical Massage a Good Car Accident Treatment?

Oviedo Chiropractic

Getting a medical massage for whiplash and other soft tissue injuries is one of the most effective ways at treating your condition. In addition to relieving soreness and pain, massage increases blood flow to the affected areas, which helps to reduce inflammation and speed up healing. Here’s how it works and what to expect.