Welcome to the Birdwell Clinic Physiotherapy Department


	Join our mailing list

33 Weston Road
Long Ashton
Bristol
BS41 9AA

Tel 01275 393149

Please contact us with any queries for our physiotherapists or staff via email

WHIPLASH INJURIES

Whiplash injuries are injuries caused by a violent force most commonly as a result of a road traffic accident but also from falls when horse riding or skiing for example. These injuries can cause a great deal of soft tissue damage because of the forces involved, even at slow speeds. Physiotherapy initially settles pain and promotes healing and movement. If untreated, whiplash injuries can cause pain and stiffness months or even years after the injury. However, even at this late stage physiotherapy can help to restore mobility and muscle strength.

Common symptoms:

Neck and/or back pain either intermittent
or a constant ache
Arm or leg pain
General stiffness and loss of flexibility
Headaches
Pins and needles in the hands or feet
Muscle tension and reduced tolerance to
sport / daily activity

Back to Treatable Conditions main page