What You Should Know Before Seeing a Chiropractor for Whiplash?

 

If you live in Katy or the surrounding area and have recently experienced whiplash, Ascend Chiropractic and Wellness can help. Whiplash occurs when the head and neck are suddenly and forcefully thrown in one direction and then another — similar to the crack of a whip. This abrupt movement can injure the muscles and ligaments in your neck, causing significant pain. Whiplash can result from a variety of incidents, including auto accidents, sports injuries, or other sudden impacts, and the severity of the pain often depends on the intensity of the injury.

 

Symptoms of Whiplash

 

Common signs of whiplash include:

 

• Reduced range of motion in the neck, making it difficult to turn your head fully left or right

• Pain when moving the head forward or backward

• Stiffness and resistance when turning the head quickly

• Headaches that start at the base of the skull and radiate toward the forehead

 

Symptoms May Not Be Immediate

 

Whiplash symptoms don’t always appear right away. You may feel fine immediately after an accident or injury, only to notice pain or stiffness days later. If you begin to experience any of the symptoms above, consider whether you recently experienced a sudden movement or impact to your head or neck.

 

Why See a Chiropractor?

 

When visiting a chiropractor for whiplash, it’s important to provide detailed information about your injury — including when it occurred, how it happened, and the level of pain you’re experiencing. This information allows your chiropractor at Ascend Chiropractic and Wellness to develop a personalized treatment plan aimed at reducing pain, restoring mobility, and supporting full recovery.

 

Book a consultation today and take the first step toward healing from whiplash.