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Whiplash:
Neck Trauma and
Treatment
If you have ever been in a car crash and experienced pain in your neck, you
have most likely had whiplash. Whiplash, also called neck sprain or neck
strain, is an injury to the soft tissues of the neck. It is usually caused by
sudden extension (backward movement of the neck) and flexion (forward
movement of the neck). This type of injury is often the result of rear-end car
crashes. Severe whiplash can also include injury to the intervertebral
joints, discs, ligaments, cervical muscles and nerve roots.


                              What Is It?

Whiplash is a collective term used to describe the injuries to the cervical
spine (neck). This condition often results from an automobile collision, which
suddenly forces the head and neck to whip back and forth
(hyperflexion/hyperextension).
                       Symptoms of Whiplash

Most people experience neck pain either immediately after the injury or
several days later. Other symptoms of whiplash may include the following:
   Neck stiffness
   Injuries to the muscles and ligaments (myofascial injuries)
   Headache and dizziness (symptoms of a concussion)
   Difficulty swallowing and chewing and hoarseness (could indicate injury to
    the esophagus and larynx)
   Abnormal sensations such as burning or prickling (this is called
    paresthesias)
   Shoulder pain
   Back pain




                          Diagnosis of Whiplash

    Although whiplash usually only causes damage to the soft tissues of the
    neck, the physician will take x-rays of the cervical spine for reference in
    case of delayed symptoms and to rule out other spinal problems or injuries.
Treatment
    Fortunately, whiplash is treatable and most symptoms resolve completely.
    Initially, whiplash is treated with a soft cervical collar. This collar may need
    to be worn for 2 to 3 weeks.
   Other treatments for individuals with whiplash may include the following:
   Heat therapy to relieve muscle tension and pain
   Pain medications such as analgesics and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory
    drugs (NSAIDs)
   Muscle relaxants
   Range of motion exercises and physical therapy
    For most patients, the symptoms of whiplash usually subside in 2 to 4
    weeks. Patients who continue to have symptoms despite treatment may find
    temporary relief by keeping the neck immobilized using a halter in the office
    or at home. This is referred to as cervical traction. Local anesthetic
    injections may also be helpful.
If symptoms continue or worsen after 6 to 8 weeks, further x-rays and other
diagnostic testing may be necessary to see if the patient suffered a more
severe injury. Severe extension injuries like whiplash can damage the
intervertebral discs. If this occurs, surgical repair of the discs may become
necessary.



POSTED BY ATTORNEY RENE G. GARCIA:

For more information:- Some of our clients have suffered this kind of
injuries due to a serious accident. The Garcia Law Firm, P.C. was able to
successfully handle these types of cases. For a free consultation please call
us at 1-866- SCAFFOLD or 212-725-1313.

http://www.spineuniverse.com/conditions/whiplash/whiplash-neck-trauma-treatment

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Whiplash

  • 2. If you have ever been in a car crash and experienced pain in your neck, you have most likely had whiplash. Whiplash, also called neck sprain or neck strain, is an injury to the soft tissues of the neck. It is usually caused by sudden extension (backward movement of the neck) and flexion (forward movement of the neck). This type of injury is often the result of rear-end car crashes. Severe whiplash can also include injury to the intervertebral joints, discs, ligaments, cervical muscles and nerve roots. What Is It? Whiplash is a collective term used to describe the injuries to the cervical spine (neck). This condition often results from an automobile collision, which suddenly forces the head and neck to whip back and forth (hyperflexion/hyperextension). Symptoms of Whiplash Most people experience neck pain either immediately after the injury or several days later. Other symptoms of whiplash may include the following:
  • 3. Neck stiffness  Injuries to the muscles and ligaments (myofascial injuries)  Headache and dizziness (symptoms of a concussion)  Difficulty swallowing and chewing and hoarseness (could indicate injury to the esophagus and larynx)  Abnormal sensations such as burning or prickling (this is called paresthesias)  Shoulder pain  Back pain Diagnosis of Whiplash Although whiplash usually only causes damage to the soft tissues of the neck, the physician will take x-rays of the cervical spine for reference in case of delayed symptoms and to rule out other spinal problems or injuries.
  • 4. Treatment Fortunately, whiplash is treatable and most symptoms resolve completely. Initially, whiplash is treated with a soft cervical collar. This collar may need to be worn for 2 to 3 weeks.  Other treatments for individuals with whiplash may include the following:  Heat therapy to relieve muscle tension and pain  Pain medications such as analgesics and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)  Muscle relaxants  Range of motion exercises and physical therapy For most patients, the symptoms of whiplash usually subside in 2 to 4 weeks. Patients who continue to have symptoms despite treatment may find temporary relief by keeping the neck immobilized using a halter in the office or at home. This is referred to as cervical traction. Local anesthetic injections may also be helpful.
  • 5. If symptoms continue or worsen after 6 to 8 weeks, further x-rays and other diagnostic testing may be necessary to see if the patient suffered a more severe injury. Severe extension injuries like whiplash can damage the intervertebral discs. If this occurs, surgical repair of the discs may become necessary. POSTED BY ATTORNEY RENE G. GARCIA: For more information:- Some of our clients have suffered this kind of injuries due to a serious accident. The Garcia Law Firm, P.C. was able to successfully handle these types of cases. For a free consultation please call us at 1-866- SCAFFOLD or 212-725-1313. http://www.spineuniverse.com/conditions/whiplash/whiplash-neck-trauma-treatment