Whiplash Injury Recovery in Boulder, CO

Most commonly seen in car accidents, whiplash injuries are usually characterized by quick extension followed immediately by quick flexion of the cervical spine (neck) and head. This rapid movement leads to a shearing of the discs, ligaments, and muscles. The shearing force leads to severe damage to the foundation of the neck and lower back.

Although most people think of neck pain as the primary injury during whiplash, lower back pain may also result due to the supporting ligaments and musculature being overstretched by the sheer forces of impact. Recovery from a whiplash injury is important to address as soon as possible. Symptoms do not always occur immediately following the incident, and may develop during the weeks following the initial impact. If not appropriately managed, symptoms linger and present as chronic flare ups. 

Whiplash is treated with frequent, extensive muscle work including:

1. Active Release Technique (ART), Graston Technique, and massage therapy to remove muscle adhesions, scar tissue,  and to improve nervous flow.

2. Chiropractic adjustments to the corresponding joints to restore joint mobility and decrease pain.

3. Physical therapy is the final key component to rebuild the muscle foundation and restore proper muscle strength with functional exercises.

If you were involved in a car accident, often we can work with the auto insurance and it will cost you $0 out of pocket.

The team at Boulder Sports Clinic have treated whiplash injuries and had success in hundreds of cases. Make an appointment today to get Whiplash neck and low back pain relief.