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How long does it take for whiplash to go away? i was in a mva in april and the top of my neck still hurts when i look up.
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DIAGNOSIS: Whiplash is a non medical term. It is related to acceleration/deceleration injuries as in a car accident. Establishing the definitive diagnosis of the cause of your neck pain will determine your treatment and help in determining your outcome.
Answered 10/5/2016
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