It’s true.

In 80% of whiplash-injured patients, pain begins the day of the motor vehicle collision and 40% of people develop chronic pain.

But what you may not know is that even in cases where there is a delay in time between the collision and the onset of pain, 20% of people will develop chronic pain; 5% to 12% will experience chronic moderate to severe pain; and 5% to 10% of whiplash-injured patients will have permanent partial or total disability.

That’s according to a 2007 article published in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (“Chronic whiplash and whiplash-associated disorders: An evidence-based approach”).

In the treatment of chronic neck pain, exercise is recommended as helpful to strengthening the weak muscle groups but “exercise alone is rarely curative.”

Furthermore, the article observes that spinal manipulation is one of the most popular treatments for chronic neck pain, and it can be beneficial.

We at Evergreen Chiropractic are dedicated to helping people free themselves from chronic pain. It’s not just about temporary relief; it’s about helping your body heal for life.

Yours in health,

Evergreen Chiropractic

1666 E Olive Way

Seattle, WA 98102

(206) 323-1666

www.evergreenchiropractic.com

Reference: Schofferman J, Bogduk N, and Slosar P. “Chronic whiplash and whiplash-associated disorders: An evidence-based approach.” Journal of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. October 2007;15(10):596-606

Schofferman J, Bogduk N, Slosar P.