Whiplash: Overview & How To Get Help if You've Been Injured In Ontario in a Car Accident
Whiplash is a type of neck injury which can be caused by sudden, forceful back-and-forth motion of the neck. This normally results from car accidents, but it can also happen as a result of sports injuries, physical abuse or other traumatic events. The condition is commonly referred to as a sprain or strain, but these terms encompass other types of injuries too. Generally speaking, most people who suffer whiplash recover within weeks following treatment that includes pain medication and exercise. However, for some people suffering from chronic neck pain following whiplash it may take longer to improve.
Whiplash can be caused by a sudden and forceful motion of the head back and forth. This could damage your spine, disks between the bones, ligaments, muscles, nerves and other tissues in your neck.
Most people who have whiplash typically feel better within a few weeks and rarely experience any lasting effects from the injury. However, some people continue to have pain for several months or years after the event occurred.
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Whiplash is a type of neck injury that commonly occurs in car accidents, particularly rear-end collisions, when the head is forcefully and suddenly thrown backward and then forward. While some symptoms of whiplash may be immediately noticeable following a car accident, others may not manifest until hours or even days later. It's essential to recognize the signs and symptoms of whiplash so that you can seek medical attention if necessary.
Common symptoms of whiplash include:
Neck pain and stiffness
Headaches, often starting at the base of the skull
Reduced range of motion in the neck
Tenderness or pain in the shoulders, upper back, or arms
Tingling or numbness in the arms
Dizziness or vertigo
Fatigue or difficulty sleeping
Difficulty concentrating or remembering
Blurred vision or ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
