One moment you’re stopped at a red light. The next, your car is jolted forward by the impact of another vehicle. The crash might seem minor at first—just a quick bump—but by the next day, your neck is stiff, your head aches, and even turning to check your blind spot feels painful. This is a textbook case of whiplash, and it’s one of the most common—and most misunderstood—injuries following a car accident.

At NJ Injury Center, we help patients across Bergen, Passaic, Essex, and Hudson Counties recover from whiplash and other post-collision injuries every day. Whiplash can occur in accidents as slow as 5 to 10 miles per hour. It happens when the head is suddenly thrown forward and backward, straining the muscles, ligaments, and joints in the neck and upper spine.

The symptoms of whiplash often don’t show up until hours—or even days—after the crash. These symptoms may include:

• Neck pain or stiffness
• Headaches, often radiating from the base of the skull
• Dizziness or trouble concentrating
• Shoulder or upper back pain
• Tingling or numbness in the arms

If you’re experiencing any of these, it’s critical to get evaluated by a chiropractor with experience treating auto injuries. Whiplash is not just “soreness.” If untreated, it can lead to chronic neck pain, reduced mobility, nerve issues, or even long-term postural problems.

That’s where we come in. Dr. Jorge De La Torre and the team at NJ Injury Center use a range of proven, non-invasive chiropractic techniques to help patients heal. We begin with a full evaluation of your spine and nervous system, along with a review of your symptoms and any imaging. From there, we develop a treatment plan that may include:

• Gentle spinal adjustments to realign the cervical spine
• Therapeutic exercises to restore mobility and strength
• Muscle work and soft tissue therapies to reduce inflammation
• Posture and ergonomic recommendations to support recovery

We also support you on the insurance side. If you’re covered by New Jersey’s Personal Injury Protection (PIP)insurance, your chiropractic care is typically included, even if you were at fault. Our office helps you file all necessary paperwork and, if needed, works alongside your personal injury attorney to ensure your care is fully documented.

Don’t make the mistake of thinking your whiplash will just “go away.” The longer you wait, the harder it can be to recover. Whether you’re in Paterson, Jersey City, Hackensack, or Newark, our Totowa location is nearby and ready to help you start healing.

If you’ve been in a car accident and feel neck pain or headaches, get checked immediately.

👉 Schedule your appointment with NJ Injury Center today and take the first step toward lasting relief.