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Whiplash Treatment
Whiplash is not only a car accident injury, and it is not something to wait out. Early care changes the outcome.
Whiplash Injury - Gentle Treatment [Chiropractic Adjustment]
What Whiplash Does To The Neck
Whiplash happens when the head is suddenly forced forward and back, stressing the muscles, ligaments, discs and nerves of the neck all at once. Because several structures are involved, symptoms often do not appear right away.
Symptoms To Watch For
- Neck pain and stiffness
- Headaches
- Shoulder and upper back pain
- Lower back discomfort
- Limited range of motion
- Blurred vision or dizziness
- Ringing in the ears
- Difficulty sleeping or concentrating
Treatment Built Around Your Injury
Care may include chiropractic spinal adjustments, physical medicine and rehabilitative therapy, electric muscle stimulation, intersegmental traction, supervised in office rehabilitation, vibration and inversion therapy, cold laser therapy, massage therapy and shockwave therapy.
Why Early Care Matters
Research consistently shows that people who do not get injuries properly addressed are the ones still dealing with discomfort years later. Early evaluation allows accurate diagnosis, rules out anything more serious, and gives you the best chance at full recovery. Call (540) 426-3066 to schedule.
Serving Winchester and the surrounding Frederick County, Stephens City, Middletown, Berryville, Front Royal area.
“I came to Dr. Pasternack and I was having spasms and tightness in my chest, shoulders, arms, and neck. It felt like I was having a heart attack. Wow, since being treated I feel like a new person.”
Whiplash Treatment FAQs
Can I have whiplash without being in a car accident?
Yes. Any sudden force that whips the head back and forth can cause it, including falls, sports collisions and workplace incidents.
How long does whiplash take to heal?
It varies with severity and how quickly treatment starts. Many patients improve substantially within weeks when care begins early.
Will an X-ray show whiplash?
Not directly. Whiplash is largely a soft tissue injury. Imaging rules out fracture, while the diagnosis comes from a thorough clinical examination.
Other Ways We Help
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Call (540) 426-3066 or request an appointment online. Most patients are seen quickly, and after an accident the sooner care starts, the better the outcome.