Whiplash

Whiplash is a forceful, rapid back and forth movement of the neck. Whiplash is commonly caused by sports injuries, physical abuse, rear ended car accidents (MVA) and other types of traumas. Whiplash injuries can range from mild to severe. 

Signs and symptoms of whiplash may include:

• Loss of range in motion of neck
• Headaches
• Pain in shoulders
• Fatigue
• Dizziness
• Neck pain/stiffness
• Sleep disturbance
• Blurred vision
• Memory problems
• Difficulty concentrating

It is important to beware of symptoms for whiplash after a trauma since symptoms may occur a few days later. If the injury is mild you may only need exercise and pain medication while other people may have long lasting chronic neck pain and other complications. 

Reddy Care physical therapists and occupational therapists can help you with ongoing whiplash pain. Your physical and occupational therapy initial evaluation may include assessments of your neck and shoulders range of motion, any tenderness, assessing reflexes and managing pain. Your physical therapist and/or occupational therapist will provide you with a unique treatment plan tailored for your specific needs. 

Your treatment plan may include:

• Manual therapy
• Massage therapy
• Myofascial release
• Strengthening exercises
• Therapeutic ultrasound
• LightForce Class IV Laser therapy
• Electrical stimulation
• Hot and cold applications
• Exercise rehabilitation
• Detailed home exercise program

If you are worried about yourself or a loved one suffering from whiplash, call Reddy Care Physical, Occupational and Aquatic Therapy to have one of our therapists perform a thorough evaluation and help develop an effective treatment plan.

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Sources: Mayo Clinic , Spine Universe 

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Written by:

Dr. Vinod Somareddy, PT, DPT

President

Reddy Care Physical Therapy

Reddy Care Occupational Therapy

Reddy Care Aquatic Therapy

Author

Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy is an outstanding specialty service providing exceptional care and state-of-the-art treatments for the residents of Farmingdale and Great Neck, New York. The combination of innovative exercise programs, manual therapy, and technology together with the expertise of every member of the team enables Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy to provide services that ensure superior clinical outcomes and consistently high patient satisfaction.