Whiplash is a neck injury resulting from a rapid, forceful back-and-forth jerking of the head, straining the neck muscles and ligaments.
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Who Typically Suffers
People involved in motor vehicle accidents (especially rear-end collisions), victims of physical abuse, and athletes in high-impact contact sports.
What Causes It
The sudden momentum change forces the neck backward and then rapidly forward, pushing the cervical spine beyond its normal range of motion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why didn't my neck hurt immediately after the car accident?
Adrenaline masks pain initially. Whiplash symptoms often take 24 to 48 hours to fully manifest.
