Whiplash Injury
Whiplash Injury
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We, at Alleviate Physiotherapy, understand the wrecking effects of a whiplash injury and are committed to helping our clients recover quickly and effectively. Let’s get you started by learning more about Whiplash Injury.
What is Whiplash Injury?
Whiplash injury is a type of neck injury that occurs when the head is suddenly and forcefully jerked forward and then backward, causing damage to the soft tissues (muscles, ligaments, and tendons) in the neck. Whiplash injuries are most commonly caused by car accidents, but can also result from workplace injury, sports injuries, falls, and physical assaults. Symptoms of whiplash injury can include neck pain, headache, dizziness, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating. In some cases, whiplash injury can also cause symptoms such as memory problems, sleep disturbances, and irritability.
What are the effects of Whiplash injury?
Whiplash injury can have several effects on the body, including:
- Neck pain and stiffness: Whiplash injury can cause pain and stiffness in the neck, making it difficult to move the head in certain directions.
- Headaches : Whiplash injury can cause headaches, especially at the base of the skull.
- Dizziness and vertigo: Dizziness and Vertigo (a sensation of spinning) can occur as a result of whiplash injury.
- Fatigue : Whiplash injury can cause fatigue, making it difficult to perform everyday tasks.
- Sleep disturbances: Whiplash injury can cause sleep disturbances, including difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep.
- Cognitive difficulties: Whiplash injury can cause difficulties with memory and concentration, making it challenging to perform tasks that require mental effort.
- Emotional changes: Whiplash injury can cause emotional changes, such as irritability and depression.
- Numbness and tingling: Numbness and tingling in the arms or hands can occur due to compression of the nerves in the neck.
In some cases, the symptoms of whiplash injury may resolve within a few weeks or months. However, in some cases, symptoms can persist for years and have a significant impact on quality of life. Early diagnosis and treatment through a physiotherapy clinic near you can help reduce the severity of symptoms and improve the chances of a full recovery.
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How can physiotherapy help in Whiplash Injury?
Our physiotherapists is a primary health care provider and is your first line of therapist who are trained to deal with Whiplash Injury, and can help in several ways in it’s treatment:
- Pain management: We use various techniques, such as Cold Ice pack, Cold Laser therapy, heat therapy and manual therapy to help reduce pain and discomfort.
- Stretching and strengthening exercises: Our physiotherapists develop a personalized exercise program to help improve range of motion, flexibility, and strength in the neck.
- Modalities: Physiotherapists can use various modalities, such as ultrasound and IASTM (Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation) techniques , to help reduce pain and inflammation, and promote healing.
- Manual therapy : We use manual techniques, such as massages and joint mobilization,Mulligan Mobilization, Maitland Manipulation, Active release therapy, Cupping Therapy to help relieve stiffness and improve mobility.
- Posture correction: We help improve posture and body mechanics to reduce the risk of re-injury and prevent future neck problems.Joint Position Error training - using laser to train the neck proprioception and improve neck motor control.
Our trained expert Physiotherapists and chiropractors are the first line of effective treatment for whiplash injury, helping to relieve pain, improve mobility, and prevent re-injury. We develop personalized treatment plans that take into account our client’s specific needs and goals to help them lead a pain free life.
Come find the perfect care for your Whiplash Injury with our Top Rated Therapists that are trained to help you recover faster. We are operational across all our locations.
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