How whiplash typically shows up
Whiplash often starts as neck stiffness, guarded motion, and headaches that feel new or more frequent. It can also make everyday driving tasks uncomfortable like checking blind spots, spending time on screens, or holding one posture for too long.
- Neck pain or soreness
- Neck stiffness or reduced range of motion
- Headaches or head pressure
- Upper back tightness between the shoulders
- Dizziness or feeling off-balance
- Shoulder or arm pain
- Numbness or tingling into the arms or hands
- Jaw tightness or facial tension
- Ringing in the ears or noise sensitivity
- Vision sensitivity or visual strain
Looking for whiplash treatment near you?
If you have been in a car accident and suspect whiplash, the first step is a focused exam for motor vehicle collision injuries. We identify which movements and positions increase symptoms, and we confirm what you can tolerate right now.
Whiplash is a soft tissue injury pattern and it does not always show on X rays or MRI. That is why an in person assessment and scheduled re-exams are important. If you are filing an auto accident claim, we can document exam findings, functional limits, and objective changes over time.