Tag: Whiplash Recovery

How to Sleep With Whiplash: Best Positions & The “Towel Trick”

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An educational infographic by CT Physical Therapy Care titled "Sleeping with a Whiplash Injury." The graphic illustrates the "Stagnant Pond" effect of inflammation at night and defines "Nose-to-Navel" alignment. It visually compares three sleeping positions: Back Sleeping (labeled "The Best Choice" with a cervical roll), Side Sleeping (labeled "Acceptable" with a pillow between knees), and Stomach Sleeping (marked with a red X as the "Danger Zone"). The bottom section illustrates the "Towel Trick" for creating DIY neck support, step-by-step diagrams for the "Log Roll" morning routine to avoid twisting, and a list of red flags like numbness and headaches.

“Is neck pain waking you up at 3:00 AM? Sleep is your body’s primary tool for healing whiplash, but poor positioning can turn it into a nightly battle. In this guide, we explain the ‘Nose-to-Navel’ rule for neutral alignment, reveal why stomach sleeping is dangerous for your recovery, and show you how to use the DIY ‘Towel Trick’ to get orthopedic support for free.”

How To Treat a Stiff Neck After a Whiplash in a Car Accident

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Woman trying to manage neck pain at home after car accident

Car accidents are exhausting, and the pain that comes after is no joke. If you’re reading this, chances are you’re dealing with that dreaded stiff, achy, can’t-turn-your-head feeling. That, my friend, is likely whiplash. It happens when your head suddenly snaps forward and then back, straining the muscles and ligaments in your neck. The good… Read more »