Injured in a car accident? Learn about Whiplash Associated Disorder (WAD)
Whiplash Associated Disorder (WAD) By Matt Fitzsimmons- Physiotherapist What is it? Whiplash associated disorder (WAD) is a term given to a variety of symptoms often reported following an acceleration/deceleration injury to the neck or spine, most commonly via a motor vehicle accident. Symptoms often reported, depending on the severity of the injury, may include neck […]
How to recognize the signs of degenerative cervical myelopathy (DCM)
By Matt Fitzsimmons – Physiotherapist What it is: DCM is the leading cause of spinal cord impairment in adults, which can rob people of their mobility and independence if left untreated. An estimated one in 10 people will eventually develop the condition, which is commonly diagnosed among patients over the age of 50. As the […]