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  1. Jun 10, 2022 · Update on medical management of whiplash-associated disorders. Randy A. Shelerud, M.D., discusses literature-supported treatment options for managing whiplash-associated disorders, including exercise, medications, complementary medicine, injections and psychological interventions.

  2. Jun 22, 2023 · What is whiplash? "Whiplash is a type of neck injury that occurs when an individual's head is jerked backward and then forward suddenly, similar to the cracking of a whip.

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  3. Sep 5, 2023 · Treatment plans focus on controlling pain and restoring movement so you can return to daily activities. Your treatment plan will depend on the extent of your whiplash injury. Some people only need over-the-counter medications and at-home care like rest and applying heat or cold.

  4. Aug 29, 2022 · Whiplash is a condition that happens when sudden movement changes force your neck (cervical spine) and upper spine to move in ways that cause injury. This causes a form of neck sprain. Whiplash refers to a single concept but can have a wide range of effects. Experts refer to conditions that happen due to whiplash as “whiplash-associated disorders.”

  5. Aug 23, 2020 · Whiplash treatment may vary slightly depending on the type and extent of the injuries involved. For instance, a mild neck sprain with some muscle soreness may respond well to over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medicine and nothing more. On the other end of the spectrum, a severe whiplash injury involving a ruptured spinal disc may require surgery.

  6. Jul 11, 2024 · Print. Table of Contents. View All. Did I Suffer a Whiplash Injury? Temporary Relief. Rehabilitation. Pain Duration. Long-Term Side Effects. Experiencing a whiplash injury can be disorienting and painful, especially if you've recently been in a car accident.

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  8. Feb 17, 2024 · Treatment. The goals of whiplash treatment are to: Control pain. Restore range of motion in your neck. Get you back to your regular activities. Your treatment plan will depend on the extent of your whiplash injury. Some people need only medicines available without a prescription and at-home care.