The symptom is a starting point.
Neck and back symptoms may follow both major crashes and lower-speed impacts. Symptoms alone do not identify the cause, so the examination is used to understand the patient’s presentation.
Concerns worth mentioning at the exam:
- Neck or low-back pain
- Stiffness or soreness
- Pain extending toward the shoulders or limbs
- Headaches at the base of the skull
- Reduced mobility
