Whiplash injuries are injuries happening to the neck. The major reason for whiplash injuries is rear-ended automobile collisions. But it may happen from physical assaults, falls, and other traumas too. Essentially the neck suffers sudden jerks back and forth like the movement of a whip, causing injuries, sprains, or strains.
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I have upper body pain after a head injury. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor, I have some pain due to injury. Last week, I was at a construction site and marine plywood that is used for construction fell and hit me on the back of my head. My head is fine but my upper back is still in pain and chest also. I did not fall down when I was hit but the impact pushed m... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. It seems that you have suffered whiplash injuries. This is common following high energy impacts on the upper body. From the mechanism you described, it seems unlikely to sustain a fracture. However, it is very difficult ... Read Full »
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