Whiplash is an uncomfortable and sometimes painful condition that requires plenty of rest for recovery. If the whiplash is not too severe, it may also be treated with strengthening stretches and exercises. However, if you experience any excess pain while stretching, you should discontinue immediately. Be sure you perform these exercises with permission from a doctor first.
Neck Flexion
Slowly bend your head downward as if trying to touch your chest with your chin. Lower your head as far as you can without pain, hold for a few seconds, and then slowly rise back up to a level position again. Repeat the exercise five to 10 times without pain, trying to gain more movement and flexibility each time.
Lateral Flexion
For the lateral flexion exercise, slowly tilt your head to the left like you are trying to touch your shoulder with your ear. Lower your head as far as you can comfortably. Hold this position for a few seconds and then slowly return your head to a level position. Now slowly lower your head to the right in the same way. Hold for a few seconds and slowly return again. Repeat five to 10 more times while trying to gain a little more flexibility each time, without pain.
Rotation
Start the rotation exercise with your head level and looking straight forward. Slowly rotate your head back and to the left as if looking over your left shoulder. Hold this position for a few seconds and then return to the starting position. Now slowly rotate your head to the right side in the same way and hold for a few seconds. Slowly bring your head back to the front and relax. Repeat this exercise five to 10 more times while trying to achieve more flexibility.
Rotating Neck Stretch
While standing with your head level and facing forward, slowly rotate your head to the left with your chin going toward your shoulder. Hold this for a few seconds and then return to the level position again. Now slowly rotate your head to the right in the same manner. Hold for a few seconds and return to the starting position again. Relax and repeat the exercise five to 10 more times, trying to achieve more flexibility with each repetition.
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