Whiplash is a neck injury caused by a rapid back-and-forth movement of the head — similar to the cracking of a whip. It most commonly occurs in rear-end car accidents, but can also result from sports injuries, falls, or physical trauma.

The sudden force stretches and tears the muscles, tendons, and ligaments in the neck and upper back. In more severe cases, it can also affect the discs between the vertebrae and the nerves that run through the cervical spine.

Despite being called a "soft tissue injury," whiplash can cause significant, long-lasting pain and disability if not properly treated. Dr. Bussard uses precise chiropractic techniques to restore normal spinal movement and accelerate your body's natural healing process.

Whiplash symptoms can range from mild to severe. Many patients experience a combination of the following:

Most emergency rooms treat whiplash with painkillers and muscle relaxers — which only mask symptoms. Chiropractic care addresses the actual spinal injury causing your pain.

• ✓Restores spinal alignment — Whiplash causes vertebrae to shift out of their normal position. Precise chiropractic adjustments restore proper alignment and reduce nerve irritation.
• ✓Reduces inflammation — Specific techniques reduce the inflammation that causes pain and stiffness in the days following an accident.
• ✓Prevents chronic pain — Untreated whiplash frequently leads to chronic neck pain. Early chiropractic care dramatically reduces the risk of long-term complications.
• ✓Restores range of motion — Gentle mobilization techniques restore normal neck movement so you can turn your head without pain.
• ✓Drug-free treatment — No opioids, no side effects. Chiropractic is a safe, natural approach to healing.
• ✓Supports your insurance claim — Thorough documentation of your injuries and treatment strengthens your personal injury case.