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Understanding Whiplash: How Massage Therapy Can Support Healing After an Auto Accident

If you’ve recently been in an auto accident (MVA) and are feeling neck pain, stiffness, or dizziness, you may be experiencing whiplash. At Vega Massage, we specialize in helping clients recover gently and effectively from this type of injury.

Whiplash doesn’t just affect the neck, it impacts the entire body and nervous system. After the sudden back-and-forth motion of impact, the body can stay in “fight or flight” mode, leaving you with muscle tension, headaches, and fatigue.

Massage therapy supports recovery by calming the nervous system, improving circulation, and restoring natural movement. In the early (“hot”) stage of whiplash, gentle techniques help reduce guarding and inflammation. In the later (“cold”) stage, massage can release deeper restrictions and improve flexibility safely.

Our approach at Vega Massage focuses on helping your body feel safe again, reconnect, and move freely, without pushing beyond what your tissues are ready for.

If you’re recovering from a car accident or MVA, reach out to schedule your session. Massage can be an important part of your healing process.

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