Whiplash injury happens when the neck or head moves suddenly and unexpectedly in a back and forth fashion. This movement may cause damage to the neck and even the brain. It is of vital importance to get prompt treatment for whiplash injuries. 1 The different types of Whiplash injury Whiplash injuries are classified by the degree of the injury and …
Foggy Brain? – Whiplash Injuries and Concussion can Lead to Brain Fog
Brain fog is a frequently reported symptom that has been gaining more and more attention in the world of research. It is commonly reported by people who have suffered whiplash or concussion injuries and it is associated with an extended recovery time. 1 What is Brain Fog? “Brain fog” is a collection of symptoms including reduced cognition and mental acuity, …
A real pain in the neck! Whiplash injury
Whiplash injuries are a common occurrence in motor vehicle accidents and are popularly known to be quite harmless, but the truth is that such an injury could cause more trouble than you might be aware of. What is whiplash? Whiplash is a term that refers to the lash-like effect that is experienced when sudden forces cause the upper trunk and …
Whiplash and Car Accidents
What is Whiplash? No matter how we try to play it safe, there are simply some things we can’t control and getting into a car accident is one of them. More than the trauma, car accidents can leave us with minor or major injuries and one of them is whiplash. Whiplash is a relatively common injury that occurs following a …
