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Whiplash Treatment

Whiplash Treatment

Whiplash is a common injury during car accidents, sports accidents, and violent attacks. This injury can be very painful, and without proper treatment, the symptoms can last for a very long time. Our staff at Metro Denver Accident & Injury Centers in Westminster, Lakewood, and Aurora, CO, can treat the underlying cause of your pain.

What Causes Whiplash?

Whiplash is a strain or a sprain in the neck. It occurs when your neck is forced backward or forward with great force, almost the way that a whip cracks.

What Are the Symptoms Of Whiplash?

In most cases, the symptoms of whiplash occur within the first 24-hours after the accident. There are some cases where it can take days or even a week before the symptoms to begin. The signs of whiplash include:

  • Neck stiffness
  • Neck pain that worsens with movement
  • Reduced range of motion in the neck
  • Headaches that occur at the base of the skull
  • Pain in the arms, shoulder, and upper back
  • Chronic fatigue
  • Dizziness
  • Blurry vision
  • A few less common symptoms include:
  • Ringing in the ears
  • Irritability
  • Concentration and memory issues
  • Difficult sleeping
  • Depression

How Is Whiplash Diagnosed?

Whiplash can be diagnosed during a physical exam. The details of how you were injured can also help determine if you have whiplash. X-rays, an MRI, or a CT scan might also be necessary.

How Is Whiplash Treated?

Immediately after the accident, the ER doctor might prescribe pain relievers and muscle relaxants. Ice and cold packs may also be recommended. After your initial visit to the emergency room, you should seek further treatment with a chiropractor.

How Does a Chiropractor Treat Whiplash?

There are a number of treatment methods that a chiropractor will use to treat whiplash. These include:

  • Spinal manipulation
  • Manual joint stretching and resistance techniques
  • Ultrasound therapy
  • Therapeutic massage
  • Trigger point therapy

Schedule an Appointment Today!

If you are suffering from whiplash, you should schedule an appointment with Metro Denver Accident & Injury Centers. We treat patients in Westminister, Lakewood, Aurora, and the surrounding area. Our chiropractor will give you a complete exam and create a chiropractic whiplash treatment plan. After your first visit, you should start feeling some relief. In time, the injury can heal, and you will be living a pain-free life.