Last month, we covered the importance of your car seat’s head restraint for preventing whiplash. This month, let’s discuss additional measures one can take… AIRBAGS: In addition to a correctly positioned head restraint, having a vehicle that is equipped with airbags has been described as “essential in the prevention of injuries and/or death,” especially in […]

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Previously, we discussed the topic of whiplash prevention which included the importance of a properly positioned head restraint, airbags, seat belts, and anti-lock braking systems. This month, we will conclude this important topic! Electronic Stability Control (ESC): The importance of the ESC safety feature becomes VERY APPARENT when you start to lose control on snow […]

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When we hear the term “whiplash,” we usually envision a rear-end motor vehicle collision that results in the head being thrown to and fro, in a “crack-the-whip” manner resulting in a neck injury. What we DON’T usually think about is “how to prevent whiplash,” which is this month’s topic. Let’s take a look! According to […]

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Not only do whiplash associated disorders affect an individual’s health and wellbeing but they can also impact their family and society overall. With that in mind, let’s discuss strategies to reduce the prevalence of automobile collisions and the severity of injury when a car crash does occur. On a community and government level, ways to […]

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Last month, we discussed whiplash injury prevention by focusing on the physical characteristics of crashes. This included information about head restraints, collision speed, seat back position, body size differences, air bags, and more. This month, we’ll focus on the MOST important aspect of whiplash prevention: driver distraction! According to a survey of 6,000 drivers conducted […]

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Some studies have suggested that 85% of all whiplash injuries occur from rear-end collisions. So, what are some different ways that we might be able to avoid injury if such an event occurs? HEADREST: It’s important that your headrest is high enough so that your head and neck doesn’t roll over it in a collision, […]

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Whiplash, also called cervical acceleration-deceleration disorder (CAD), often occurs as a result of automobile collisions. So, the question is raised, “…can it be prevented?” To answer this question, we must first consider the obvious facts about minimizing your distractions when you drive: intoxication; engaged conversation (especially if you’re trying to make eye contact); talking on […]

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Whiplash happens in an instant, but the effects of the injury can continue long afterward. The sudden movement of the head and neck can injure muscles, joints, and other tissues, resulting in pain, stiffness, and difficulty with everyday head and neck movements. While recovery varies from person to person, research suggests that introducing appropriate manual […]

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It’s estimated that up to 50% of patients with whiplash-associated disorders (WAD) continue to experience symptoms one year after their injury. Common chronic WAD symptoms include persistent neck pain and stiffness, headaches, shoulder and upper back pain, arm pain or numbness and tingling, dizziness or balance issues, fatigue and sleep disturbance, cognitive difficulties, and increased […]

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