What is Whiplash?
A neck injury caused by a sudden back-and-forth movement of the head, commonly occurring in rear-end car accidents.
Understanding Whiplash
Whiplash can cause soft tissue damage to the muscles, ligaments, and tendons in the neck. Symptoms may include neck pain, stiffness, headaches, dizziness, and blurred vision. Some cases resolve quickly while others result in chronic pain.
Examples
- 1Rear-end collision causing neck strain
- 2Side-impact accident jerking the head sideways
- 3Delayed onset of neck pain days after accident
Related Terms
Soft Tissue Injury
Damage to muscles, ligaments, tendons, or other connective tissues, often caused by trauma, overuse, or sudden movements like those in car accidents.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
A disruption in normal brain function caused by a bump, blow, jolt to the head, or penetrating head injury, ranging from mild concussions to severe permanent damage.
Concussion
A mild traumatic brain injury caused by a blow or jolt to the head that temporarily affects brain function, causing symptoms like headache, confusion, and memory problems.
Herniated Disc
A spinal injury where the soft inner material of a spinal disc pushes through the tough outer layer, potentially pressing on nearby nerves and causing pain, numbness, or weakness.
Spinal Cord Injury
Damage to the spinal cord that results in temporary or permanent changes in strength, sensation, and body functions below the site of injury.
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