Whiplash facts & information [page 2]

The following information may be of benefit to you if you have suffered a whiplash injury following an accident:

• The acute pain usually does not last too long.

Most people get over the severe or acute symptoms within two to three weeks. You should be able to return pretty much to normality as the weeks pass by and continue with your day to day activities.

• Sometimes, with certain individuals who may be vulnerable to these injuries, the pain will persist

If you fall into the minority of whiplash victims who suffer continuing pain then there are various options available to you in order to help you deal with the situation. Please visit the following websites to learn more:

http://www.vitamins-nutrition.org/ - help with your recovery from injury.

 

http://www.painrelieffoundation.org.uk/paininfo.html - dealing with pain.

 

http://www.backcare.org.uk/index2.php - back injury care & advice.

 

http://www.csp.org.uk/ chartered society of physiotherapists

 

• The early stages of whiplash are very important.

You must rest and take the medication prescribed by your doctors.

• Try and stay active

However it can also help your symptoms to maintain your day to day activities and keep the neck from stiffening up too much.

ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE UNDERGOING ANY TREATMENT OR THERAPY

If you have been involved in an accident and suffered injury – speak to our representatives now and find out more about claiming your compensation.

Please read our supplemental pages on whiplash injuries to learn more about this condition:

Whiplash injury [click] - Useful facts page 1 - The affect whiplash has on the spine - Whiplash symptoms

Treatment

Pain control methods

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