Whiplash, How long to recover?!

Whiplash, How long to recover?

Whiplash, recovery time?

Hi all, I was in a minor accident, our car hit the person in front of us when they slammed their brakes going about 10-15 mph. I was fine when i left the car, but then i felt stiffness in my neck that night. I've had some stiffness and discomfort in my back for about 5 days now. Has anyone had mild whiplash before? How long does this take to recover from? A few more days?

In my wild and crazy youth, I often ended up with whiplash after going to concerts and clubbing. (too much headbanging) Here is the advice my doctor gave me. Try to rest you neck in a neutral position. I used to lie on my back with a roll under my neck. Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) helps with pain and swelling. You can apply hot and/or cold packs to the sore area for 15 minutes. Hot increases circulation, cold reduces swelling. Gentle stretches to ease the muscle tightness. I do recommend you consult with your Doctor. Physical therapy or other treatments may help as well. The hardest thing about muscles injuries to the neck and back is that it often takes time until you are feeling better.