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Whiplash (cont.)

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Whiplash Prognosis

The prognosis (outlook) for recovery from whiplash depends on the severity of the injury.

  • Minor whiplash injuries usually resolve within 1-2 weeks.
  • Moderate whiplash injuries with muscle spasm or ligament strains may take up to 4-8 weeks to resolve.
  • Severe whiplash injuries, or those that involve nerve damage or ligament or disc injury to the spine, may result in chronic or permanent disability. These injuries may require future surgical intervention.

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