Whiplash is what happens when your head is thrown rapidly forward and back, stretching and tearing the soft tissue of the neck beyond what it can handle. It is the signature injury of rear-end collisions, and it is routinely underestimated — by patients and by insurers. Coweta Chiropractic — Auto Injury and Wellness Center in Newnan, GA treats whiplash and documents it properly.
Dr. Valerie Román and Dr. Javier Amador see auto injury patients across Coweta County. PI lien available. Hablamos Español.
Symptoms Often Start Days Later
This is the part that catches people out. Adrenaline at the scene masks injury, and whiplash symptoms commonly surface 24 to 72 hours afterward. Watch for:
- Neck pain and stiffness, and difficulty turning your head
- Headaches, often starting at the base of the skull
- Shoulder, upper back, and arm pain
- Numbness or tingling into the arms or hands
- Dizziness, fatigue, blurred vision, or ringing in the ears
- Trouble sleeping, difficulty concentrating, or irritability
Why Low-Speed Crashes Still Cause It
The damage to your car is a poor guide to the damage to your neck. Collisions at low speeds regularly produce whiplash, because a modern bumper absorbing an impact without visible damage simply transfers those forces into the occupants. “The car was barely scratched” is not evidence that you were not injured.
Why Early Treatment Matters
Untreated whiplash does not always resolve. Torn soft tissue heals with scar tissue, which is less flexible than what it replaces, and that can leave permanent stiffness and chronic pain years later. Early care aims to restore proper motion while the tissue is still healing.
There is a second reason. A delay between the collision and your first medical visit is the easiest thing for an insurer to use against your claim. Our personal injury documentation creates the record connecting your injuries to the accident.
How We Treat Whiplash
- Examination and on-site digital X-rays to rule out fracture and assess loss of normal neck curve
- Gentle adjustments to restore motion — the Activator or drop-table technique is often used early, when the neck is too irritated for manual adjusting
- Therapeutic modalities for inflammation and muscle spasm
- Shockwave therapy for soft tissue damage that is slow to heal
Whiplash Treatment in Newnan, GA
Find us at 1201 Lower Fayetteville Road, Suite E, Newnan, GA 30265, open Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, closed Fridays — call us for availability. We serve Newnan, Sharpsburg, Peachtree City, Senoia, Grantville, and Palmetto.
Frequently Asked Questions
I went to the ER and they said I was fine. Do I still need care?
Emergency rooms rule out fractures and life-threatening injuries. They generally do not treat the soft tissue and joint injuries that cause ongoing whiplash pain.
How soon should I be seen?
As soon as possible, even if you feel alright. Early examination is better for recovery and for your claim.
How long does whiplash take to heal?
It varies with severity. Many patients improve over several weeks of care; cases left untreated for months take considerably longer.
Do I need an attorney?
No. We treat patients with and without representation, and coordinate records either way.
Hurt in a collision? Get examined.
Book your appointment with Coweta Chiropractic — Auto Injury and Wellness Center in Newnan, GA. PI lien available. Hablamos Español.
