“Whiplash” injury affects the neck when it is snapped in backward or forward motion forcefully.  This back and forth jerking motion causes the neck to move beyond its normal limits.  This type of injury usually occurs in an accident situation and can involve the muscles, tendons, disks, blood vessels and nerves in the neck. Dependent upon the severity of the accident and the force of the motion, the jerking motion may result in bulging or herniated discs, compression, stretching or tearing of cervical nerves and soft tissue/muscle injuries. Accidents that may result in a whiplash injury include motor vehicle accidents (i.e. rear end collision) and sports related accidents (i.e. being tackled from behind forcefully).

Accident victims with whiplash may develop pain or stiffness in the front and/or back of neck, pain between the shoulders, dizziness, headache and/or occasional nausea and vomiting. These symptoms may develop immediately following the incident or take up to 24 hours to develop. Victims may develop complications of temporary numbness and weakness in the arms if their nerve roots were affected with the whiplash injury.

Treatment of whiplash/neck pain often includes medications, ice/heat and physical therapy.  With appropriate treatment, whiplash often resolves between 1 week and 3 months.

Always get prompt medical attention for yourself or anyone suffering Whiplash. If you, a friend, or loved one have wrongfully suffered from whiplash, you ask why, and take immediate steps to protect your or their legal interest. Consider the suggestions in our accident guide, and call us immediately. We are here to help. At Larry King, P.C., we recognize the unique issues pertaining accident victims. You can call us at (757) 595-8100 seven days a week, 24 hours a day, everyday of the year. We also offer a free legal-infoline service, and you can now contact us on this web site. We are committed to doing the extra things it takes to help our clients.