20/05/2025
Been in an accident? It’s not just car crashes.
Whether you were:
🚶♀️hit as a pedestrian
🛴involved in an e-scooter or e-bike crash
🏍️ in a motorbike accident
🚗 or a passenger in a car...
You could be at risk of developing Whiplash-Associated Disorder (WAD).
What is Whiplash?
Whiplash is a neck injury caused by a sudden forceful movement of the head — often forwards, backwards or sideways.�It can affect muscles, joints, ligaments, nerves, and even psychological wellbeing.
Key Facts:
⚠️Up to 50% of people still experience pain and disability 6 months after injury�
Symptoms include:�– Neck pain, stiffness or headaches�– Dizziness, fatigue, poor sleep�– Anxiety, brain fog, or low mood
Even low-speed crashes or scooter falls can lead to lasting symptoms.
What helps recovery?
✅Early identification of those at risk
✅Supportive care that addresses both body and mind
✅Risk screening tools like WhipPredict
Not sure where to start?
Visit the Whiplash Navigator for clear recovery guidance:�
Insert your link – e.g. www.whiplashnavigator.com.au
Early care matters. Get the right support before it becomes persistent.
