Neck pain after a car accident — and if you have a CTP claim, we can bill it directly.
Whiplash is a neck injury caused by rapid back-and-forth movement of the head, most often in a rear-end collision. It ranges from stiffness that settles in a fortnight to persistent pain and headaches. Early, active management is associated with better outcomes than rest and a collar.
Early assessment, reassurance grounded in what we actually find, and a return to movement as soon as it is safe — because prolonged rest is associated with worse outcomes in whiplash specifically. Hands-on treatment for the joints and muscles, then loading for the deep neck and upper back.
Many cases settle over several weeks. A minority persist, and those respond to a structured program rather than to more passive treatment.
Only the ones that make sense for this problem — listing all three on every page would be advertising, not information.
Deep tissue warming to speed up repair. Included at no extra charge. Read more.
Yes, once you have a claim number from the insurer. Until then you are welcome to pay privately — those sessions are typically reimbursed when the claim is approved. Call us and we will explain what you need.
Generally no. Collars were standard for decades and the evidence went the other way: keeping the neck moving within comfort produces better outcomes than immobilising it.
That is typical of whiplash and does not mean it got worse. The inflammatory response peaks after the event, which is why the day after a crash is usually the worst one.
Not sure this is what you have? That is exactly what an assessment is for — and if it turns out to be something else, we will tell you.
Related: Neck pain · Physiotherapy at Forge West End
No referral is needed for a private appointment. Bring one only if you are claiming through Medicare, DVA, WorkCover or insurance.
Unit 4, 249 Montague Road — a short run from South Brisbane, Highgate Hill, Dutton Park, Woolloongabba and South Bank, and from the CBD across the river.
Can’t get to the clinic? We also offer physiotherapy home visits across the same area, with travel included in the fee.
Book your assessment at Forge West End and start a plan built around your goals — not a generic exercise sheet.
Unit 4, 249 Montague Road, West End QLD 4101 · No referral needed for a private appointment · HICAPS on site
