Whiplash is a personal injury of the soft tissues, ligaments and joints of the cervical spine caused by the neck being bent forcibly and violently forward and then backward or vice versa. A whiplash injury most commonly results from sudden acceleration or deceleration, as in an automobile collision. However, some degree of whiplash may occur in other accidents as well. Symptoms of whiplash may include muscle stiffness and swelling, pain and lack of muscle control. For more information about whiplash injuries, please consult a personal injury lawyer.


