5 Signs You May Have Whiplash After a Car Accident
One of the most common injuries in a car accident is whiplash, but people may not experience symptoms until days or even weeks after the crash. Untreated whiplash can result in long-term issues, which is why it’s important to seek qualified medical care as soon as possible after an accident. At Keller Family Chiropractic in Keller, TX, our patients receive comprehensive care for whiplash from Dr. Ron Faries, who is an advanced graduate from the San Diego Spine Research Institute for Whiplash and Brain Traumatology.
You may want to contact us for an appointment if you notice any of these symptoms of whiplash after a car accident:
1. Neck Pain and Stiffness
Whiplash happens as a result of rapid, forceful or violent movement. Most often associated with rear-end collisions, whiplash can happen any time the head is snapped or thrown vigorously. It can cause injuries to ligaments, muscles, nerves, bone, and tissues in the neck. If you have whiplash, you may have neck pain, stiffness, and limited range of motion.
2. Headaches
Patients may suffer from headaches if they have whiplash because of damage to the cervical spine and the areas where it attaches to the skull. At Keller Family Chiropractic, we often work with patients dealing with headaches from all types of conditions and injuries, including whiplash. Contact us to learn more about how we can help.
3. Tingling, Numbness, or Pain in Your Arms
Injuries to the neck can cause nerve damage that shows up as tingling, numbness, pain, or even weakness in the arms. The violent motion associated with whiplash can cause compression or inflammation within the spine, which can cause these distressing symptoms.
4. Dizziness
Dizziness can be a symptom of underlying damage from whiplash, and in some cases, dizziness may indicate a concussion. It’s important to seek prompt medical attention if you are experiencing dizziness after a car accident. When we see patients suffering from dizziness, we do a careful evaluation to ascertain the source of the symptoms. Dr. Faries strives to provide thorough, thoughtful care that leads to effective treatments of the root causes of troublesome conditions.
5. Fatigue
Whiplash may manifest as fatigue. If you’re experiencing a severe loss of energy and an inability to resume your normal activities because of fatigue, seek appropriate medical care.
Contact Keller Family Chiropractic for Whiplash Treatment
Dr. Faries has been in practice for 24 years, and he is an advanced graduate in whiplash and brain traumatology from the San Diego Spine Research Institute.
Call us today at (817) 431-2210, or go online to schedule an appointment.
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