Whiplash

usgb/ˈwɪplæʃ/
noun

An injury to the neck caused by a sudden movement of the head backward, forward, or side to side.

She got whiplash from the car accident.
Visual representation of "whiplash" - An injury to the neck caused by a sudden movement of the head backward, forward, or side to side

Often appears as...

  • suffer from whiplash
  • whiplash injury
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Common Causes

Whiplash is often related to car accidents or sports, where sudden impact occurs.

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He suffered whiplash during the football game.
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Physical Sensation

When describing whiplash, people may talk about the feeling of pain or stiffness in the neck area.

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I couldn't turn my head after the whiplash.
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Medical Context

Use 'whiplash' in contexts such as doctor's appointments or when discussing health issues.

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The doctor diagnosed her with whiplash.
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