Whiplash and Post Concussion Syndrome
Whiplash is a form of neck injury that is caused by a sudden jerking movement of the head. It is one of the most common neck injuries globally. Many people associate whiplash with a car accident, however, there are many ways an individual can suffer from whiplash. These includes, heavy lifting, trampoline, surfing, falls, diving etc.
Often times symptoms may appear weeks or even months after an injury, therefore a thorough medical history examination is extremely important. It is also important to determine the grade of the whiplash for accurate treatment and management.
More than 60% of people who suffer from whiplash injuries require long term therapy.
The good thing about whiplash is that it is can be easily treated and managed at The Chiro Boutique!
Early diagnosis and treatment is important as prolonged inflammation of any whiplash injuries can cause chronic pain and headaches.
Post Concussion Syndrome is when a patient experiences persistent symptoms following a head injury. The symptoms can include, but not limited to, headaches, confusion, brain fog, fatigue, sleeping disturbances, memory issues, vision problems, anxiety and mood changes.
Usually concussion symptoms will disappear within 3 months, but with PCS they will tend to remain or often develop only later on. What’s important to know is that PCS occur even after a mild injury to the head. Most people associate concussions with complete knock outs, but trauma and inflammation can still occur from a simple fall or a whiplash injury.
PCS can be treated and early diagnosis is crucial. Chiropractic is a safe and effective way to help with both whiplash and concussion symptoms. The treatment may start gentle with a more tonal approach depending on your tolerance and severity.