Dr. Michael Givens

DC,CME

Certification in Whiplash

Diagnosis & Treatment

Certified Medical

Examiner

Mayo Clinic describes whiplash as "a neck injury that can occur during rear- end automobile collisions." During a rear end collision your seat belt keeps your body still, your head is thrown forward quickly and forcibly then just as quickly thrown backwards causing your ligaments muscles and joints to be stretched beyond their healthy movements. This movement damages the soft tissues causing pain and mobility issues. 45% of people with chronic neck pain attribute the pain to a past motor vehicle collision. Although rear end crashes are a major contributor to whiplash injuries, they may also be incurred by contact sports, snowboarding or skiing accidents, stress from repetitive injuries on the job, shaken baby syndrome, child abuse, or slips and falls.

Symptoms of Whiplash

Symptoms includes but not limited to: • Neck pain and stiffness • Pain getting worse with movement of neck • Loss of range of motion for turning your head • Headaches beginning at the base of your skull • Shoulder upper back or arm tenderness or pain • Numbness or tingling in arms • Dizziness and or Fatigue • Blurry vision • Tinnitus (ringing in ears) • Memory problems or Difficulty concentrating

DNA/Paternity Testing

Dr. Michael Givens DC, CME offers paternity and DNA testing to clients. Paternity testing is a service utilized by the courts, and family members who need to prove paternity. Court recognized chain-of-custody procedures are used to ensure results are admissible in court. Call (573) 651-8686 for more information.

Paternity Test • Simple cheek swab, no needles • Procedure can be done in about 25 minutes • Strict confidentiality • Court recognized procedures to ensure quality and credibility