Whiplash treatment

There are many ways to treat injuries of this nature. Medical science and the theory of how to treat injuries has evolved and there is a new proactive approach which helps people to recover more quickly.

The following symptoms are usually associated with whiplash:

- Pain or stiffness of the neck, back, jaw, shoulders, or arms.
- Headache and dizziness.
- Psychological problems including memory loss, concentration difficulties, nervousness, irritability, sleep disturbances, fatigue and depression.
- Loss of feeling, numbness and burning  in the arm, hand or leg
- Nausea or vomiting
- Fatigue
- Blurred vision
- Balance problems
- Tinnitus

Complete rest is rarely the best option. Inactivity can actually aggravate neck injuries because the body gets used to the lack of activity and slows down the healing process. It is far better to stay active wherever possible so that the body reacts positively to the symptoms. The wearing of neck collar’s now very rarely is recommended.

Your doctor will prescribe various forms of medication depending on the severity of the symptoms. It is important that you always seek medical advice if you have suffered a whiplash injury and a visit to the local A&E may very often be the appropriate choice. There you will be able to undergo x'rays and receive an opinion from a consultant.

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