Whiplash Treatment Melbourne, Preston
Treating whiplash injuries with tailored care.
Treatments That Put You First
At Northside Chiropractic, our team is passionate about providing care that will make a difference. We understand that recovering from and treating whiplash can be difficult. With our tailored support, we strive to offer a holistic and comprehensive approach to your treatment.
If you are experiencing neck pain, stiffness or nausea, reach out to our Preston Chiropractic clinic and book an appointment. You can rely on our team to put you first.
What is Whiplash?
Whiplash is a common condition caused by a sudden and vigorous movement of the head. For instance, if you have recently experienced a motor vehicle accident the sudden impact can cause whiplash. Likewise, whiplash can also be caused by direct trauma to the head such as a concussion or sporting accident.
Some other common causes of whiplash include:
- Fall trauma
- Physical abuse
- Amusement park rides
- Other sudden movements (studies show even headbutting a ball can cause whiplash, as well as unexpected nudge/push/falls)
Whiplash Symptoms
Whiplash is characterised by several key symptoms that range from mild to severe. The most common symptoms are neck pain & headaches. The sudden movement of your head can impact the nerve pressure and alignment of your spine, causing stiffness and pain. However, whiplash can affect more than just your neck. Other symptoms include:
- Neck stiffness
- Tenderness in the arms or shoulders
- Dizziness and vertigo
- Difficulty focusing
- Blurred vision
- Headaches
- Poor posture
- Muscle spasms
- Nerve injury
- Sleep disorder
- Pins and needles
If left untreated it can develop into severe whiplash-associated disorders. These can range from chronic neck pain to herniated discs affecting your normal range of movement.
Whiplash Treatments
Chiropractic care offers several key methods our team can use to help treat whiplash. By using spinal adjustments, joint mobilisation and manual therapy targeting soft tissues, we can improve your mobility and relieve pain. Likewise, we can tailor a set of exercises and strengthening techniques to rehabilitate your cervical spine and encourage a faster recovery.
With the right whiplash treatment, you can do more than just improve your neck function. The right chiropractic techniques can strengthen your body. This can make you more resilient against future injuries and whiplash-inducing incidents such as car accidents.
Common Whiplash Questions
Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need any more information about our services. In the meantime our most frequently asked questions below may also help you.
How do I know if my whiplash is serious?
If you have experienced whiplash symptoms such as dizziness, numbness and headaches it is recommended that you seek treatment. Likewise, if you have passed out for any reason reach out to your GP so you can be carefully assessed and treated.
How long do whiplash symptoms last?
While in some instances of whiplash the intensity of symptoms can improve on their own over time, other cases may persist (however typically will continue with unnecessary signs and symptoms like headaches etc.). Severe cases may take months or even years to recover. Likewise, without neck rehabilitation treatment, your neck symptoms could develop into chronic pain or other conditions.
How can I prevent whiplash?
Whilst you can’t necessarily “prevent” whiplash, there are ways to mitigate the potential effects of whiplash if you experience a forceful, rapid back-and-forth movement of the neck . This includes strengthening your neck muscles and improving your spinal alignment. These preparations can help your body resist the whiplike movement sudden acceleration collisions can cause and stop whiplash from developing.
What Sets Us Apart?
Conveniently Located
Our clinic is located in Preston. We take pride in offering local services that residents can rely on to make a difference.
Tailored Treatments
We understand that every person is unique. We will assess your needs and tailor treatments to help you reach your goals.
A Passionate Team
Our team is passionate about chiropractic care and dedicated to getting results for all our patients. Trust us to deliver the care you need.
Find the Right Support With Northside Chiropractic
If you have experienced a recent incident that has caused whiplash, don’t hesitate to get the treatment you need. Our friendly team is dedicated to finding the right support that works for you. Put yourself first with chiropractic care designed to treat whiplash injuries and neck pain.
Book an appointment with our Preston clinic today.