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I have a whiplash injury to my neck & shoulder from an accident 2.5 weeks ago, i forgot to ask my physio if i should attend gym & what i should avoid?

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Dr. Rajendra Tripathi answered

Heavy lifting: You can start gentle exercises hot showers swimming but avoid heavy lifting overhead work and prolonged driving more that 1 hour at a time. As you start improving over the nest 3-4 weeks then you should gradually resume your normal work out. Good luck.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

I have a whiplash injury to my neck & shoulder from an accident 2.5 weeks ago, i forgot to ask my physio if i should attend gym & what i should avoid?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rajendra Tripathi answered

Dr Parvez agreed

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