Whiplash

Changes in the brain’s pain and posture-processing regions linked to undiagnosable long-term whiplash symptoms

Whiplash is the most common injury in motor vehicle collisions. While symptoms typically include neck pain, neck stiffness, dizziness, and headaches, some experts now suggest that changes in the brain’s pain and posture-processing regions may be linked to long-term whiplash-like symptoms that have gone undiagnosed. Many people suffer from whiplash injuries and receive quick diagnosis ...click here to read more

Fibromyalgia incidences low in acute whiplash injury: Study

Fibromyalgia incidences are low in acute whiplash injury. Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition, which affects women more than men. Little is known about the exact cause of fibromyalgia, but there are many circulating theories behind the cause. Research suggests that fibromyalgia results in a change in the central nervous system, which increases pain perception. ...click here to read more