whiplash

Whiplash is a neck injury that occurs due to a sudden and forceful back-and-forth motion of the neck, similar to the cracking of a whip. It is commonly associated with rear-end car accidents but can also result from sports injuries, physical abuse , or other trauma. Symptoms of whiplash may include neck pain and stiffness, headaches, dizziness, and sometimes cognitive or psychological issues.

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