Conditions we treat
Whiplash & Auto-Injury Care, Folsom CA
After a collision, the neck can be thrown beyond its normal range. Early, gentle care helps you heal without surgery or medication.
The condition
Understanding whiplash
Whiplash happens when the soft tissues of the neck are stretched beyond their normal range — most often when the head is thrown violently back and forth in a rear-end collision. Symptoms can appear right away or surface days later, which is why a prompt evaluation matters.
What to look for
Signs & symptoms
- Neck stiffness and pain
- Headaches, often starting at the base of the skull
- Numbness or tingling in the arms
- Dizziness or vertigo
- Pain in the shoulders or upper back
- Fatigue or ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
Common causes
- Car accidents and sudden acceleration or deceleration
- Contact-sport collisions
- Falls that jerk the head backward or forward
- Any forceful, abrupt impact to the head and neck
How we help
Our approach to care
We provide customized, drug-free care that helps sore muscles and injured tissue heal while restoring proper alignment to the cervical spine. Many patients find meaningful relief within the first few months of care, though recovery time depends on the severity of the injury.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
What is whiplash?
Whiplash is an injury to the soft tissues of the neck caused by the head moving violently back and forth beyond its normal range of motion — most commonly in a car accident.
What should I do after a whiplash injury?
Seek care promptly, especially after an accident. If you have arm numbness or weakness, see a doctor right away. Chiropractic care can help the neck heal without surgery or medication.
Is a whiplash injury serious?
It can be. Left untreated, whiplash can lead to lasting stiffness, reduced motion, misaligned vertebrae and ongoing neck pain, so early evaluation is important.
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