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Head trauma

Location of whiplash pain

Whiplash

• Try over-the-counter pain relievers like aspirin, acetaminophen, or ibuprofen.
• For at least 2 to 3 weeks, avoid activities that bring on or worsen your pain and stiffness. Don't lift or carry anything heavy or participate in sports.
• If you have pain when you move your head or the pain involves your shoulders or arms, your doctor may recommend a soft neck collar or short-term prescription drug to relax the muscles.

Call your doctor if:

• Neck pain and stiffness comes back after it had resolved.
• The pain spreads to your shoulders or arms.
• You have pain when you move your head.
• You have numbness, tingling, or weakness in your arms.

Review Date: 06/08/2005
Reviewed By: Kevin B. Freedman, MD, MSCE, Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Specialists, Bryn Mawr, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.