Whiplash is a neck injury, caused when the lower cervical spine bones move into a forced position of hyperextension while the upper cervical bones are in the hyper flexed position and vice versa. The cervical spine suffers an abnormal position of an S-shape as a result. Though Whiplash Injury is not a life threatening one but it can lead to severe Neck Problems that are likely to persist. However, not every whiplash injury is a serious one.

Some of the main reasons that lead to a Whiplash Injury are:

• Motor accidents (mostly when hit from behind)


• Fall from a bicycle


• Tripping from horseback


• Roller coaster rides, etc.

The common symptoms of a Whiplash Injury are:

• Pain while moving the neck


• Shoulder pain or pain between the shoulder blades
  
• Lower back or upper back pain
  
• Tightening of neck muscles
  
• Stiffening of the body
  

Neurological symptoms of his whiplash injury are :

• Irritability


• Sleeplessness


• Ringing in the ears


• Concentration problems


• Headaches


• Light and sound sensitivity


• Disorientation


• Pins and needle sensation in arms and legs


• Dizziness


• Fatigue

Regardless of the severity if you think you may have suffered whiplash injury, it is advisable to consult a physician. Sometimes the symptoms occur late or may seem minor at the time but you could end up with a lifelong injury. It is important to never waste time in getting proper treatment for Whiplash Injury.

If you are looking for effective Whip Lash Treatment or other Neck Pain Treatments Integrative Pain Clinic is here for you. We are based in chester County, PA. The clinic offers several Neck Pain Treatments and Whiplash Treatments. To contact the clinic for consultation for a Whiplash Injury, please can log on to our website www.integrativepainclinic.com.