A painful condition of the neck as a result of degenerative processes or pathology of the local joint or myofascia, resulting in loss of end range neck mobility

Strain or sprain to soft tissues in the neck region from repetitive overuse or minor trauma

Whiplash is an acceleration-deceleration mechanism of energy transfer to the neck often related to motor vehicle collisions or other traumas to the neck. There is a spectrum of associated symptoms that range from mild to chronic/severe disability. 45% have mild symptoms that respond well to typical rehabilitation. The moderate-severe category may respond poorly to rehabilitation and will likely require multimodal care.