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Frequently Asked Questions about Whiplash

• Why do I have pain in my arms and hands?
• Why did my headaches start more than a week after my accident?
• Will I ever be normal again?
• How can I prevent whiplash injuries?

Because the nerves to the arms and hands exit the spine through the injured area of the neck, numbness and tingling are common. Even Lower back pain can result directly from the trauma or as a reaction to the loss of proper spinal curves.

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Why did my headaches start more than a week after my accident?

Whether you've been in an accident, stressed at work or overexerted yourself in the garden, your body is constantly adapting to the environment. When your capacity to adapt is exhausted, symptoms can appear. This can take days, weeks, months or years to occur.

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Will I ever be normal again?

Many chiropractic patients report improved spinal curves and an end to their symptoms. Those who delay seeking appropriate care often discover that scar tissue and spinal instability require periodic chiropractic checkups.

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How can I prevent whiplash injuries?

Since car accidents are the major cause of accelleration/deceleration injuries, defensive driving skills can help. Be sure your taillights and turn signals are property working. Allow enough stopping distance in front of you. When you slow down or stop, always check your rearview mirror to see if the driver behind you is paying attention.

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