whiplash

Whiplash

Definition

 

Isolated posterior ligament injuries

- PLL / Posterior interspinous ligament / Paraspinal muscles

 

Excludes fracture / dislocation / HNP

 

Aetiology

 

MVA

Sport

Hyperflexion injuries

 

Symptoms

 

Large spectrum clinical presentation

- neck ache 

- nausea & vomiting 

- headache 

- visual symptoms