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Whiplash

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    What does it mean to have whiplash?

    Neck strain is often called whiplash. It is a common injury that is usually associated with car accidents, any kind of impact or blow that causes jerk to your head either forward or backward can cause neck strain. This unexpected force stretches and tears the muscle and tendons of the neck. The term “railway spine” was also used to describe this condition.

    Which age group are more prone to whiplash injury?

    Women and old people are more susceptible to get affected by whiplash as compared to men.

    What are the causes of whiplash?

    Whiplash is most commonly caused by a motor vehicle accidents .The rear impact causes the head and neck to be forced into hyper extension. It is associated with car accidents, any kind of impact or blow that causes jerk to your head either forward or backward which can cause neck strain. This unexpected force stretches and tears the muscle and tendons of the neck..

    What are the symptoms of whiplash injury?

    -Pain in neck and stiffness.

    -Headache

    -Shoulder pain and stiffness

    -Dizziness

    -Fatigue

    -jaw pain

    -arm pain

    -arm weakness

    -visual disturbance

    -ringing in the ears (tinnitus)

    -back pain

    Symptoms of chronic whiplash includes:

    -Depression

    -Anger

    -Frustration

    -Anxiety

    -Stress

    -Drug dependency

    -Post –traumatic stress syndrome

    -Sleep disturbance (insomnia)

    -Social isolation.

    How long will it take to recover from whiplash injury?

    It varies from person to person, majority of whiplash injuries heal within six to eight weeks after the injury.

    What happens if whiplash goes untreated?

    If whiplash injury goes untreated than the symptoms may get severe. Chronic whiplash symptoms include dizziness, pain and stiffness in the neck and shoulders or headache.

    What’s the best way to treat whiplash?

    -Ice your neck to reduce pain and swelling

    -Take painkillers to reduce pain

    -Use a neck brace or collar to add support to your neck.

    Does Whiplash get worse over time?

    Yes, if not treated well in time than the symptoms may get worse.

    How can we diagnose whiplash?

    It can be diagnosed by:

    -X-ray,

    -MRI of the neck

    What is the treatment of whiplash?

    -use of cervical collar as it helps in reducing the motion of the neck, thus prevent neck injuries.

    -physiotherapy can be useful as compared to cervical collar as well as to strengthen muscles and reduce painful motions.

    What are the complications of the whiplash?

    Complication of whiplash depends from person to person:

    -Chronic headaches

    -Chronic pain syndrome

    -cervical spondylitis

    -ankylosing spondylitis.

    For more information, you can visit WebMD and MayoClinic.

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