Whiplash treatment in Washington, PA
Whiplash is a neck injury from a sudden impact, most often a car crash. Getzik Family Chiropractic, a chiropractic and non-surgical spine clinic in Washington, Pennsylvania, treats whiplash with chiropractic care, laser therapy and electrical muscle stimulation. The new patient special is $49. Call us at (724) 222-2074.
Key facts
- A neck injury from a sudden impact, often a car crash.
- Pain, stiffness and headaches that can appear days later.
- Treated with chiropractic care, laser therapy and electrical muscle stimulation.
- The new patient special is $49, regular price $270.
- Care is non-surgical and drug-free.
- Call us at (724) 222-2074 to check availability.
What whiplash actually is
Whiplash is an injury to the neck when the head is thrown forward and back suddenly, as in a rear-end crash. The sudden stretch can strain the muscles and ligaments of the neck and irritate the joints.
The pain often does not show up right away. Adrenaline and inflammation take time to build, so stiffness and headaches can appear a day or two after the crash.
Whiplash is often confused with ordinary neck pain. The difference is the mechanism, a sudden impact. See our auto accident injury page for how we document it for an insurer.
How you know it is whiplash and not something else
The pattern is neck pain and stiffness after a crash or impact, often with headaches, sometimes with pain into the shoulders or upper back. It may not start until a day or two after the impact.
Red flag symptoms
Seek urgent medical care rather than booking with us if you have any of the following.
- Pain or numbness down both arms
- Loss of bowel or bladder control
- Severe weakness in an arm or hand
- Neck pain after a serious crash with a possible head injury
- Severe dizziness or confusion
How we treat whiplash here
We treat whiplash by restoring movement to the neck joints, easing the muscle strain, and reducing the inflammation. We also document the injury for your insurer. The services below are the ones we use.
How long does it take to get better
How long it takes depends on how severe the strain is and how soon care starts. Some cases ease in a few weeks and others take longer. We track your response at each visit and document it for your insurer. We do not promise a fixed timeline or a specific outcome.
What it costs to get whiplash looked at
Whiplash often starts with the chiropractic new patient special. If a crash was involved, Pennsylvania auto medical benefits often pay for the care. Call us for more info on how your coverage applies. The New patient special is $49, against a regular price of $270. See our pricing and insurance page for the full breakdown.