Understanding Whiplash
Whiplash occurs when your head is suddenly jerked forward and backward, stretching and sometimes tearing the muscles, tendons, and ligaments in your neck. It's the most common injury from rear-end collisions, but it can also result from side-impact crashes and even low-speed accidents. Whiplash Symptoms to Watch For
Symptoms may not appear immediately. In many cases, patients don't feel the full effects until 24–72 hours after the accident: • Neck pain and stiffness • Headaches starting at the base of the skull • Shoulder and upper back pain • Dizziness and fatigue • Difficulty concentrating or remembering • Tingling or numbness in the arms • Jaw pain (TMJ dysfunction) How We Treat Whiplash at Physical Therapy Now Kendall
Christina Blanco DPT and Dr. Kevin Reiseck use a multi-faceted approach to whiplash treatment: • Cervical mobilization to restore normal neck movement • Soft tissue mobilization to reduce muscle spasm • Therapeutic exercises to strengthen the cervical stabilizers • Postural education to prevent re-injury • Modalities including ultrasound and electrical stimulation for pain relief The Danger of Ignoring Whiplash
Untreated whiplash can develop into chronic neck pain, persistent headaches, and even cervical disc degeneration. Studies show that early intervention with physical therapy significantly reduces the risk of long-term complications.
Don't ignore whiplash symptoms. Call Physical Therapy Now Kendall today — with over 50 years of combined expertise, we know how to treat whiplash right.
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