What It Is:
Whiplash is a neck injury from a sudden, forceful head movement—common in car accidents and sports. Auto injuries also include back and soft tissue injuries.

Causes:

• Rear-end, side-impact, or high-speed collisions

• Sudden impact that jerks the head and neck, straining muscles, ligaments, and discs

Symptoms:

• Neck pain and stiffness

• Headaches (often starting at the base of the skull)

• Shoulder and back pain

• Numbness or tingling in the arms/hands

• Dizziness, fatigue, and reduced neck mobility

Types of Whiplash:

• Cervical Acceleration-Deceleration (CAD) Injury: Head thrown forward/backward

• Hyperextension: Head thrown backward

• Hyperflexion: Head thrown forward

• Whiplash-Associated Disorders (WAD): General whiplash symptoms

• Specific Injuries: Muscle, nerve, joint, and disc injuries

Types of Auto Injuries:

• Whiplash

• Soft tissue injuries (sprains/strains)

• Back injuries (herniated discs, fractures)

• Head, chest injuries, and fractures

Treatment:
We focus on non-pharmaceutical approaches to support recovery by:

• Rest and targeted physical therapy

• Chiropractic adjustments to improve joint mobility and reduce nerve irritation

• Ice/heat therapy and massage to ease pain and inflammation

Our Approach:
At Peak Performance Chiropractic Center, our comprehensive plan includes:

• Chiropractic care to enhance spinal function

• Personalized physical therapy and exercise programs

• Therapeutic massage

• Ergonomic guidance for long-term spinal health

Prevention Tips:

• Wear seatbelts and adjust your headrest properly

• Practice safe driving and maintain good posture

• Strengthen neck muscles through regular exercise