Whiplash Physiotherapy in Surrey
Whiplash symptoms can follow a motor vehicle collision, fall or other sudden movement of the head and neck. WellCare provides assessment-led care, graded movement and rehabilitation, with direct billing for eligible ICBC claims.
Common symptoms after whiplash
Symptoms may begin immediately or develop over the next few days. An assessment considers both the injury and how it affects normal activities.
- Neck or shoulder pain and stiffness
- Reduced neck movement
- Headache, often beginning around the neck
- Upper-back or arm discomfort
- Tiredness or difficulty concentrating
How physiotherapy may help
Your care is based on assessment findings, symptom response and the activities that matter to you.
Early movement guidance
Safe, comfortable movement and a gradual return to normal activity can support recovery.
Individualized rehabilitation
Mobility, strength, endurance and functional exercises are progressed according to your symptoms.
Work and driving goals
Your plan can address tolerance for work tasks and the neck movement needed to drive safely.
What happens at your first visit?
Your physiotherapist will ask about the collision, symptom onset, headaches or dizziness, sleep and daily limitations. Assessment may review neck and upper-body movement, strength, sensation and functional tasks, while screening for findings that require medical referral.
A gradual plan for recovery
Rehabilitation is paced around your response and may focus on returning to work, driving, household activity, exercise and recreation. Staying active within tolerable limits is generally preferred to prolonged rest.
WellCare offers free plaza parking, elevator access and direct billing for eligible ICBC claims.
Whiplash physiotherapy FAQs
Should I keep moving after whiplash?
Current guidance generally supports staying active and gradually returning to normal activities rather than prolonged rest, provided serious injury has been ruled out.
Do you accept ICBC claims?
WellCare provides physiotherapy and direct billing for eligible ICBC claims. Contact the clinic if you are unsure what information to bring.
What if I have headaches or dizziness?
Tell your physiotherapist. These symptoms are screened carefully, and medical or other appropriate referral is recommended when needed.
What may treatment include?
Care may include education, pacing, mobility and strength exercise, functional rehabilitation and hands-on treatment when clinically appropriate.
Talk with a Surrey physiotherapist
Call WellCare to ask about an assessment or use Jane to book online.