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Cervical whiplash symptoms can take days to appear. If you have been in a collision, being evaluated quickly gives you the best outcome.
Cervical whiplash, also known as whiplash associated disorder or WAD, occurs when the neck is rapidly and forcefully jerked back and forth. That sudden motion damages the muscles, ligaments, and other soft tissues in the neck.
Chiropractic care can be an effective treatment for it. The speed at which someone develops whiplash varies depending on their physical condition and the type of impact involved, though it most commonly occurs in rear end automobile collisions.
Research studies estimate the threshold speed for cervical whiplash injury at around 5 mph. It is important to understand that injuries can occur at lower speeds, and that whiplash is not limited to car accidents. Sports injuries and falls produce it as well.
This is why "it was just a fender bender" is not a reason to skip an evaluation. The damage happens to soft tissue, and soft tissue damage does not correlate neatly with how bad the car looks.
Symptoms of cervical whiplash may not appear immediately following an accident. It can take several hours or even days for neck pain, stiffness, and headache to develop. People frequently feel fine at the scene and considerably worse two days later.
We are experts in treating motor vehicle accident injuries. If you have been involved in an accident, it is important to seek care promptly. The sooner treatment begins, the better the results.
Dr. Michael and Dr. Eveline Onkels spent two decades building their personal injury expertise before relocating to Bountiful. Your care is documented thoroughly, which matters both for your recovery and for any insurance claim or attorney involved in your case.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Eveline Onkels, DC and Dr. Michael Onkels, DC, Onkels Chiropractic, Bountiful, Utah. This page is for general information and is not a substitute for an examination.
Cervical whiplash, also called whiplash associated disorder or WAD, occurs when the neck is rapidly and forcefully jerked back and forth. That motion damages the muscles, ligaments, and other soft tissues in the neck.
Research estimates the threshold speed at around 5 mph. Injuries can still occur at lower speeds, and whiplash is not limited to car accidents. Sports injuries and falls can produce it as well.
Symptoms often do not appear immediately. It can take several hours or even days for neck pain, stiffness, and headache to develop. This is why you should be evaluated after a collision even if you feel fine at the scene.
As soon as possible. The sooner treatment begins, the better the results. Early evaluation also documents your injuries properly if an insurance claim or attorney is involved.
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