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Before reading this page, please be aware that the
information quoted is intended to be a general guide
only. There is NO substitute for obtaining personal
medical advice from your GP or local hospital. Whiplash
injuries can be very debilitating and it is always
recommended that you seek professional medical help the
moment you start to suffer symptoms.
The
symptoms of whiplash are: Neck pain and stiffness,
Neck swelling, Tenderness Loss of movement in the neck
Headaches. Pain in the low back, Paraesthesia (pins and
needles) Blurred vision, Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
Treatment can be varied depending on the severity of
the symptoms:
Within the first few hours of the injury - apply an
ice pack to the affected area to minimise swelling.
Frozen peas are ideal ice packs. Go to your GP or
visit Accident & emergency dept at your
local hospital.
Take a painkiller such as paracetamol or an
anti-inflammatory painkiller such as ibuprofen, which
will reduce pain and reduce swelling. Always follow the
instructions and ask your pharmacist for advice if you
have any other conditions or if you are taking any other
medication.
Physiotherapy might be necessary. Always seek medical
advice before undergoing treatment of this kind
(Including
Osteopathy,
Chiropracty etc) Alternative therapy such as
acupuncture
or holistic remedies are becoming increasingly popular.
Again - please seek medical advice before undergoing
such treatment. exercise. Over the years attitudes to
whiplash injury and trauma have altered dramatically. It
is now felt that light exercise and flexing of the
injured muscles can in fact aid recovery. The advice
more often than not, is to keep active if at all
possible.
*PLEASE SEEK PROPER MEDICAL
ADVICE ON YOUR CONDITION - DO NOT SIMPLY RELY UPON
INFORMATION ON THIS OR ANY OTHER WEBSITE. THE ADVICE WE PROVIDE IS FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY*
If you think you might wish to make a
car accident claim following an injury on the road -
just complete the brief form opposite.
Our team will respond to all written enquiries within 1
hour 8am-8pm 7 days.
The Claims Connection whiplash compensation section - UK
whiplash personal injury compensation.
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