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What Is Whiplash and How Is It Treated?
What Is Whiplash and How Is It Treated?
Whiplash is one of the most common injuries people suffer when they are involved in a car accident. As the vehicle comes to a sudden stop as a result of the collision, inertia causes the drivers and passengers to jerk forwards and backward. As a result, the head moves beyond its normal range, causing a strain on the neck muscles and ligaments.
This is whiplash and, although it may not show symptoms immediately after the accident, you should not ignore it. At Pain Therapy Associates you will find a dedicated team of experienced doctors who specialize in treating pain using a multi-disciplinary approach. We encourage you to get in touch with us as soon as possible after the accident and the full evaluation of your injuries.
How Dangerous Is Whiplash?
Although it is not a life-threatening injury, whiplash can negatively impact your health and wellbeing. Some of the symptoms of this type of injury are:
- Neck pains
- Neck stiffness
- Headaches
- Muscle spasms in the shoulders and arms.
In more severe cases, patients can also suffer from blurry vision, dizziness, fatigue, ringing in the ears, and sleep disturbances. These symptoms can last for days or weeks, disrupting your daily activities and reducing your ability to enjoy life.
The Most Effective Ways to Treat Whiplash
The treatment of whiplash depends on several factors:
- Your age and medical history
- The extent of the injury
- Your tolerance for various therapies, medicines, and procedures.
No case is completely similar to another. While some people suffer from minor muscle strain, others suffer micro-tears in the muscles and ligaments and even misalignment of the cervical vertebrae (the part of the spine that passes through the neck).
Our doctors will create a personalized pain management plan for each case, relying on:
Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
We will recommend pain medication in severe cases after we are certain that you are not allergic to them. At the same time, we will make sure that the NSAIDs we recommend do not interact with any prescription medications you are taking.
Our aim is to help you find relief from pain without any negative impact on your health and wellbeing.
Muscle Relaxants
Tense muscles can be relaxed using specific medication. They allow you to regain your normal range of head movements without experiencing pain and stiffness.
Our focus is not only on making the pain go away but also on making sure that you heal properly.
Physical Therapy
The team of doctors and physical therapists at Pain Therapy Associates will devise a list of light and effective exercises to help your muscles relax, regain their strength, and flexibility and recover from the trauma of the accident.
We Can Help You After an Auto Accident Whiplash Injury
We focus on the best care for your injuries, but also on helping you find the best legal counsel to advise you if you need to file an injury claim. We have decades of experience and we know that you need assistance during the difficult time after a car crash.
Let us help you heal and return to your everyday life free of pain. Get in touch with us and schedule an appointment with one of our doctors!
3200 W Higgins Suite 101, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
847-352-5511
847-352-5585 (fax)
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