Whiplash, also known as neck strain, can disable sufferers so extensively that they are unable to follow any normal daily routine. It is most associated with an auto accident. Patients who visit our practice, Long Island Integrated in Ronkonkoma, NY for treatment can look forward to an integrated natural approach typically bringing relief without drugs or surgery.

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Understanding Whiplash

Although an auto accident is frequently the cause of whiplash, any type of sudden force that sends the head backward or forward is a potential culprit. Damage typically affects the neck, shoulder, head, and leg as pinched nerves and damaged ligaments, muscles, tendons, and blood vessels.
While some patients experience symptoms immediately, others do not sense a problem or consider care until hours or even weeks later. One danger is a concussion, which can result from any type of forceful, sudden motion. Seeking immediate care can identify and treat any injuries that might get worse as time passes.

The most common signs of whiplash that our Ronkonkoma patients experience include:

  • Tightness or pain in the neck, sometimes accompanied by knotted or hard muscles
  • Headaches starting at the base of the skull, then moving toward the forehead
  • A reduced range of motion
  • Vision issues
  • Pain when rocking the head forward to backward or from one side to the other one
  • Tenderness
  • Discomfort or stiffness while trying to look over a shoulder

Care Options:

Any individual who has experienced an auto accident or any other event involving sudden force should seek care right away. A comprehensive exam by our doctor will reveal whether the patient has suffered whiplash or another injury.
After making a diagnosis, our doctor creates a personalized treatment plan for every patient. It often contains a mix of the following:

  • Gentle spinal adjustments to correct nerve impingement and misalignment of spinal components
  • Physiotherapy
  • Massage therapy
  • Acupuncture
  • Spinal Decompression

Many patients benefit from prescribed exercises and stretches that add strength and boost range of motion. We are also happy to provide information on how proper nutrition can result in desired healing.

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