Whiplash & How to Treat It

Many people who experience car accidents develop whiplash, which is a condition that can cause neck pain, dizziness, and fatigue. At Peterson Chiropractic in West Valley, UT, we provide a variety of treatments to alleviate your symptoms and improve your health. Before visiting us, learn more about whiplash and how chiropractic care can help below:

What is Whiplash?

Whiplash is an injury caused by a sudden, forceful impact that causes the head to move back and forth rapidly. This rapid movement strain or damage the soft tissues in the neck, such as the muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Prompt and effective treatment is essential for managing symptoms and preventing long-term complications.

Symptoms of Whiplash

Those with whiplash may exhibit various symptoms, such as the following:

• Neck pain and stiffness
• Limited range of motion
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Headaches
• Shoulder pain or mid-back pain

While you may experience neck pain immediately, other symptoms may not appear for a few hours or days later. Even if you don’t notice any apparent signs, it’s important to visit our chiropractors as soon as possible to address the injury early.

How Chiropractic Care Can Help

Chiropractic care helps with whiplash by realigning the spine and restoring proper function to the neck. We use gentle chiropractic adjustments to alleviate pain and reduce inflammation. Our chiropractors may also incorporate corrective exercises and physiotherapy to improve mobility and support overall recovery.

Before providing treatment, our chiropractors will discuss your symptoms with you and perform a physical exam. Then, we will create a personalized care plan for your specific needs. Chiropractic care is safe, holistic, and non-invasive, which means surgery and medications are not needed to help you heal.

Contact Peterson Chiropractic for an Appointment Today

At Peterson Chiropractic, we understand that whiplash can significantly affect your daily activities. With individualized care, we can reduce your discomfort so you can return to your active lifestyle. To learn more about our techniques and to schedule your appointment, call us at (801) 972-1222 today. Our clinic also serves West Valley City, Magna, Taylorsville, Kearns, and Salt Lake City, UT, and we look forward to assisting you with our recovery process. When you need a chiropractor near you, our team is happy to help!