Symptoms of Whiplash
With the worst October storm on record since at least 1962 storm passing through the bay area there have been over 200 serious car accidents. Many people come to my office a few weeks after going to the emergency room. After a few weeks of lingering pain they decided to seek appropriate care . Studies show the quicker you start treatment the less likely your condition will become chronic so don’t wait to call your San Francisco Chiropractor. Below are a few symptoms of Whiplash:
- Neck pain and/or stiffness
- Blurred vision
- Difficulty swallowing
- Irritability
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Pain between the shoulder blades
- Pain in the arms or legs, feet and hands
- Headache
- Low back pain and/or stiffness
- Shoulder pain
- Nausea
- Ringing in the ears
- Vertigo
- Numbness and tingling
- Pain in the jaw or face
Chiropractors commonly employ several different treatments for whiplash including:
- Manipulation
- Muscle relaxation and/or stimulation
- Various exercises
- Ergonomic and lifestyle changes.







