Whiplash Facts
Every year, the ligaments in the necks of 2 million people in the U.S. are over-extended, resulting in sprained or torn neck muscles. This over-extension often forces the upper neck vertebrae out of their normal position, which can cause further injuries throughout the body.
Research shows that whiplash and other neck injuries can occur in low-speed rear-end collisions, even at speeds as low as 5 MPH. Surprisingly, speeds of 6 to 12 MPH—too slow to damage a vehicle—are enough to injure the neck.
Whiplash doesn’t require a car accident. Everyday activities can also lead to neck injuries, including:
Whiplash-Inducing Activities:
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Skiing
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Hockey
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Football
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Cycling
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Ice Skating
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Gymnastics
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Boxing
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Falling (down stairs or while ice skating)
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And many more
Possible Complications
A report by Dr. Kaeser and Dr. Ettlin in the German medical journal Schweiz Rundsch Med Prax found that whiplash injuries to the upper cervical spine can lead to:
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Cervical Dystonia
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Torticollis
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Dizziness
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Hearing loss (low frequencies)
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Dysphonia
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Globus
The good news? Injuries caused by misalignments in the upper cervical spine can often be alleviated through precise adjustments to the upper neck vertebrae.
How Upper Cervical Care Can Help
The first step is a thorough evaluation by an upper cervical chiropractor. They will examine the top two vertebrae in your neck (C1 and C2) for misalignment. If a misalignment is found, a gentle, pain-free procedure can realign the vertebrae and help prevent further whiplash-related symptoms.
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Dr. Craig Lapenski at Advanced Spinal Care, in Graham, Washington is one of 27 Board Certified NUCCA Doctors worldwide. His clinic serves the highest quality upper cervical care in the Pacific Northwest. Dr. Lapenski also serves a number of patients who are out of state including Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Kansas, Montana, Nevada, New York, and more! He is uniquely trained to correct problems in the upper cervical spine (upper neck). This vital area is intimately connected to the central nervous system and problems in this area have been shown to be an underlying cause of a variety of different health problems, including migraines, headaches, fibromyalgia, vertigo, neck pain, back pain, and more. More information can be found on our website at https://www.nuccawashington.com/