What is Whiplash injury❓

 A neck sprain when your head is suddenly jolted backwards and forwards 😖

 Commonly occurs after road traffic accidents 🚘

 

What are the symptoms of Whiplash injury❓

 Pain and stiffness of the neck 😖

 Difficulty bending or turning

 Headache

 Dizziness

 Blurred vision 👁

 Fatigue 💤

 Irritability

 

How do you diagnose Whiplash injury❓ 

 Based on the symptoms

 Examination of the neck and spine

 

How do you treat Whiplash injury❓

 Neck exercises

 Paracetamol 💊

 Ibuprofen 💊

 Codeine 💊

 Muscle relaxants 💊

 Good posture

 Physiotherapy

 

Why should I worry about Whiplash injury❓

 In a small number of people symptoms can persist for a longer time ⌛