Whiplash
Whiplash is a serious condition, it can cause long-term pain and discomfort if not treated.
Whiplash occurs when the muscles in your neck suffer a strain due to a sudden movement backward and then forward. The sudden motion causes your neck’s tendons and ligaments to stretch and tear, resulting in whiplash.
The Most Common Causes of Whiplash Are
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Car Accidents
Most common following a rear-end car collision.
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Physical Abuse
A blow to the head or being shaken.
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Contact Sports
Such as football, hockey, horseback riding and boxing.
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Falls
Falls that cause your head to violently jerk backward.
Are You Suffering From Whiplash?
