Cervical Sprain
A cervical sprain (whiplash) is an injury to the ligaments and soft tissues of the neck that occurs from a sudden forward-and-back movement of the head, as happens in some accidents or falls.
Common complaints: Pain and stiffness in the neck, difficulty moving it, headache from the back of the neck, and, at times, dizziness or tension in the shoulders.
When to seek care? If the pain is intense, does not improve, or is accompanied by tingling or weakness in the arms, an evaluation is advisable.
Who treats it? The neurologist or the neurosurgeon can assess whether there is involvement beyond the muscle, while a physical therapist supports functional recovery. If discomfort persists after a blow to the neck, having it checked by a professional is the prudent option.
Data on 237 doctors who treat cervical sprain
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Doctors specialized in cervical sprain
Dr. Rabindranath García López
Dr. Oscar Sánchez Escandón
Dr. Joern Walter Fritz Kauffmann
Dr. Jose Luis Pinal Saenz
Dr. Jorge Luis Rivera Rodriguez
Dr. Abraham Salvador Majluf Cruz
Dra. Aura Milena Aldana
Dra. Angelina Gutierrez Ochoa
Dr. Angel Márquez Díaz
Dr. Rafael Priesca de Ovando
Dr. Pedro Castorena Garcia
Dra. Andrea Martínez Ordinola
Dr. Luis Humberto Valladolid Gomezsoto
Dra. María Alejandra Gabilondo García
Dr. Yunuen Alanís Villanueva
Dra. Liliana Peralta Pérez
Dr. Rafael Mendizabal Guerra
Dr. Sarimar Mazón Figueroa
Dr. Marcelino Lorenzo Ruíz
Dr. Luis Francisco Sánchez Cortes
Frequently asked questions
What is cervical sprain?
A cervical sprain (whiplash) is an injury to the ligaments and soft tissues of the neck that occurs from a sudden forward-and-back movement of the head, as happens in some accidents or falls.
Which doctor treats cervical sprain?
Cervical Sprain is usually treated by specialists in physiotherapist, hematologist, complementary therapist, neurosurgeon, neurologist.