Whiplash: We have all heard about it; but do you know exactly what the symptoms are and how to treat it? Whiplash is one of the most common forms of injuries we come across here at Whiplash Claims. If you have been involved in a road accident, no matter how minor or serious the accident was, you probably might have whiplash. We are expert whiplash claim specialists so we know the ins and outs of whiplash injuries far too well!
So, you have been involved in a road accident, but you are a bit unsure whether you actually have whiplash? Whiplash is often only associated with neck pain, but don’t be fooled, as it can affect your shoulders, back, and arms as well; but really, any part of your body could end up in some way affected.
Some of the common symptoms of whiplash can include:
- Neck, back, shoulder pain and stiffness
- Swelling in affected areas
- Tenderness along the affected areas
- Reduced movement in the affected areas, or even total loss of movement
- Headaches
Other symptoms of whiplash might include:
- Lower back pain
- Pain, numbness or pins and needles in the arms and hands
- Muscle spasms
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Difficulty swallowing
- Blurred vision
- Vertigo
- Tinnitus
Does this sound familiar? Whiplash is really something that people can live without – it can cause a nuisance to everyday life. So, how do you get rid of it? Whiplash will not disappear overnight as it can take time to heal – sometimes up to 6 months or even longer depending on the severity of your whiplash injuries. But there are some methods of speeding up the healing process you can do such as taking medication or undertaking a course of physiotherapy or osteopathic / chiropractic treatment.
Your local GP may recommend for you to take paracetamol as a first pain killer to treat mild to moderate pain. Regular use of paracetamol is thought to be more effective than only using it when the pain is at its worst. Often if the pain is more severe your GP may prescribe a stronger painkiller such as codeine. Ibuprofen type medications can also be very useful.
Physiotherapy uses a variety of physical methods, such as massage and manipulation to promote healing and wellbeing. This will often help restore a person’s range of movement, allowing more flexibility after a road traffic accident. Osteopath treatment works in a similar way – with a dose of specialist treatment you should be feeling like you again in no time at all!
Here at Whiplash Claims we understand the importance of getting back to a normal way of life; after all, with our busy lives nowadays, no one has time to be unwell. That’s why we offer no cost private physiotherapy, chiropractic, and osteopathic treatment for all our clients. Obtaining this kind of treatment though the NHS can often be delayed due to long waiting lists, which is why we offer our service to help you feel more comfortable and help you feel like you again in a much quicker timeframe.
If you have whiplash as a result of a road traffic accident that was not your fault, you are entitled to claim for compensation and we believe you should receive the maximum amount of compensation possible. Don’t hesitate to call today for some free, and friendly legal advice on 0800 634 75 75.
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