Whiplash, hyperflexion / extension injury, acceleration / deceleration trauma are often used to describe the same injury and are all typically related to a car accident. Invariably, patients want to know "How long is this going to take?" Here are some basic rules...
Muscles have a very good blood supply and will therefore recover form an injury in around 3-6 weeks
Tendons have less of a blood supply and recover from injury in approximately 2-4 months.
Ligaments have even less blood supply and often require 6-12 months OR MORE to fully recover.
Clearly, even a low speed accident can cause muscle, tendon and ligament injuries. So the 8-10 mph impact may result in the need for fairly lengthy care.
Fox Chiropractic Clinic is one of Portland's premier whiplash recovery clinic.
See our web site and schedule your evaluation today. The sooner you begin care, the sooner you get your life back.
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