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  Acupuncture can provide short-term pain relief in hard to control pain syndromes. >more
  Anterior Cervical Fusion is an operation performed on the upper spine to relieve pressure on one or more nerve roots, or on the spinal cord. >more
  Cold packs can help block pain. >more
  Chiropractic is most effective in the first 3 months. >more
ETPS Stimulation Combined with Physical Therapy Improves Outcomes - Rehab Report, Summer 2003> more
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  Epidural steroid injections have become a mainstay in the treatment of pinched nerves and herniated discs. >more
  Facet injections - Injecting anti-inflammatory into the facet joints can help reduce neck pain that is caused by irritated facet joints.  >more
  Many patients with chronic joint pain swear by glucosamine sulfate and chondrin sulfate supplements. >more
  IMS or intra-muscular stimulation is the use of traditional acupuncture needles to stimulate deep muscle fibers that have become myofascially locked.  >more
  Massage can be very helpful for reducing tightness in muscles. But, if the benefits last only a few days, you may want to spend time finding out why your muscles are tight.  >more
  Physical therapy can be an effective treatment for all stages of whiplash, only if the practitioner knows what to do and when.  >more
  Pilates can be an effective excellent treatment for post-whiplash weakness and posture. >more
  Prolotherapy This technique can help repair some of the ligaments and provide normal stiffness to the joint.  >more
  Selective Nerve Root Block - it is what it appears to be. >more
  SI Joint Injection is used to reduce inflamation pain. Only 1/3 of patients state they get long lasting relief. >more
  TENS has been shown to produce short term relief and is a viable substitute for medication. >more
  A good physical therapist or chiropractor will have myofascial release (MFR) in his or her bag of treatment tricks.  >more
  The smells of certain foods -- such as green apples -- may help ease migraine pain, according to a report.  >more
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Treatment Grid - What treatment is best for your situation? This is up to your physician but we have captured the known benefits of various treatments into a simple grid that you can utilize.  This link will tell you more.
Dr. Centeno has developed a research based treatment approach for whiplash that uses the best of traditional and alternative medicine. This link will tell you more.
"Whiplash Machine" -  run an interactive online program that will allow you to find information, exercises, and advice by body area.
 
Rolfing involves deep soft-tissue work in order to restore normal posture.  It's usually performed in 10 sessions, with each addressing a different part of the body.
Considering surgery?  Studies show that surgery is effective in limited circumstances.
 

         Stretches
Stretches you can do at your computer desk. >more
Here's a hamstring stretch you can do for low back pain.                                           
These exercises are designed for the acute onset of low back pain during the first few weeks after your injury.
Piriformis addresses tightness in the back of the hip as well as numbness, tingling, or burning down the leg..
We have information about the Psoas stretch.
We have identified those stretching exercises designed to isolate pain in your neck, upper back, low back and hip.
Need help with the Williams Flexion Exercises?  Click here.
Nerve glides are stretches that help you achieve a normal range of motion for the nerves in your body.
 

 
health tips
  Don't mix pain medication with alcohol.  >more
  Is your physical therapist equipped to handle the intricacies of whiplash and spinal care? We have developed a checklist for you to use when you interview therapists.  >more
  You can make your own hot pack.  >more
  People with whiplash and it's associated disorders should still be able to enjoy an active sex life. Here are some tips...   >more
  We can help you get the most out of your traction machine.  >more
  A proper diet can help fight pain.  >more
  Do you take Tylenol? In some cases, Tylenol can cause the headache to worsen once the pain reliever wears off.  >more

How long have you experienced pain?

  less than three months - good news!  >more

  3 months to a year - don't despair  >more

  more than a year - there are things you can do at home!  >more