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Have you or someone you know been injured in an auto accident
and told it's whiplash? Such injuries are extremely painful
and can be persistent. In fact, recovery is certain if the
proper treatment is given. But pain, the most common symptom
of whiplash, can become chronic if not given prompt attention.
During the first
few days after an accident pain alerts the body to avoid movement.
That's why the neck becomes stiff with inflammation and spasms
occur. Pain can also involve the shoulders and arms. Fingers
too, can "tingle" from pressure and pinching of
nerves in the neck. Headaches are frequent complications to
whiplash injury.
A
common result of car accidents and injuries involving motion,
whiplash occurs when impact propels the head in one direction
and muscles and tendons "snap" the head another
way.
 Headache
that won't go away.
Neck
pain and restriction of movement.
Tiredness
and feelings of nervousness.
Trouble
with balance, equilibrium.
Ringing
in the ears.
Nausea.
Inability
to sleep and excessive sweating.
Numbness
in extremities.
Inability
to concentrate or memory loss.
At SHCC Centers for Neurology and Pain Management our team
of specialists can establish a treatment plan for whiplash,
chronic pain, or headaches
resulting from auto
accidents. Our programs can include neurological
evaluation, psychology,
chiropractic,
physical and massage therapies as well as x-ray. MRI and other
neuro-diagnostic examinations are also available when deemed
necessary by the physician.
The
SHCC Centers for Neurology and Pain Management employ an interdisciplinary
approach in providing care to patients. These specialists
have successfully treated over 25,000 injury and headache
cases over the past 20 years. This unique level of experience
is applied to every patient and every situation. Consequently,
results assure clinical excellence, cost effectiveness and,
most importantly, personalized care that's helps promote quicker
recovery,
As car accidents
happen more frequently today and at higher speeds, whiplash
injuries have become nearly routine on local roads and highways.
 The
injury itself is never routine. However, it is sometimes overlooked
by the family practitioner or emergency room doctor. Their
training and experience leads them to immediate concern for
shock, possible broken bones and mending of acute abrasions.
Unless neck injury is readily apparent and victims express
feelings of pain, whiplash can get low priority in the hospital
emergency room.
Then too, symptoms can occur immediately or not present themselves
for weeks or months following the event.
At
SHCC Centers for Neurology and Pain Management we can detect
the signs and symptoms of whiplash when a patient seeks help
at one of our centers. More importantly, we know the questions
to ask, car accident victims and how to evaluate their answers!
There are many
whiplash injury indications that can be assessed through our
lineup of services. These services include:
Neurology
Psychology
Neuropsychology
Chiropractic
Physical
Therapy
Massage
Therapy
Our team of physicians documents the signs of whiplash and
then confirms them with x-ray, MRI and neurodiagnostic testing
when appropriate. Our centers offer same day appointments
(whenever possible). If you suspect a whiplash injury call
now for an evaluation! It's painless and most times covered
by your automobile insurance. Whiplash doesn't repair itself
...it only leads to chronic pain, psychological uncertainty
and possible spinal deterioration.
Medicare
and most insurances are accepted at SHCC Centers for Neurology
and Pain Management. We can also help you coordinate your
health care benefits and provide expert assistance when medical-legal
documentation is needed for other professionals.
Call
Us For More Information About Whiplash Injuries
(866)
426-3876
info@painmanagement.ws
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