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Can whiplash affect you several hours after an accident?

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Yes: But if you apply moist heat, take Ibuprofen 200 mg even 4 hours and take it easy you should expect full recovery in a few weeks.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Yes: Oftentimes people will wake up the next day after an accident with a stiff neck. Talk to your doctor if symptoms persist.

Dr Machanic and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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