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7: Support and Rehabilitation After Whiplash

Summary: Many chiropractors specialize in helping patients who have been involved in motor-vehicle crashes. While many problems can arise after a vehicular collision, returning the neck region to full function is one of the most challenging goals. Several published studies have found that the risk of persistent problems is quite high. Vendrig, et al., reviewed the literature and concluded that "between 14 percent and 42 percent of patients with whiplash injuries have chronic neck pain and that approximately 10 percent of this group experience constant, severe pain." Chiropractors are the best positioned to provide "multimodal treatment" to whiplash patients, to minimize the risk of long-term problems. As defined by Vendrig, et al., multimodal treatment applies manual procedures (spinal manipulation mobilization, and massage), along with physical training to improve muscle strength and endurance, including sport activities. This treatment has been found effective in preventing many of the persisting symptoms of "late whiplash syndrome." Full Article: Chiroweb