Whiplash refers to the sudden acceleration/deceleration of the head and neck that comes from a car accident, roller coaster ride or slip and fall.  This causes injury to the muscles and ligaments that support the spinal column and also causes jamming and restriction of the joints in the neck.  Chiropractic care will help restore normal joint movement, decrease spasm and pain, and improve range of motion.  This is best treated very soon after the injury as this helps avoid this becoming a chronic problem.