If you walked away from a minor accident thinking you were fine—but now you have neck stiffness, headaches, or pain when turning—this may be whiplash. Here’s why “small” crashes can still affect the upper cervical spine, what symptoms to watch for, and what to do next.

If your neck feels “fine” until the very end of turning your head, you’re not alone. End-range neck pain (like during a golf follow-through or checking blind spots) often comes from irritated joints, stiffness, or poor motion sequencing—not just “tight muscles.” Here’s what it can mean and what to do.

Not all dizziness is “inner ear.” If spinning hits when you roll in bed, it may be BPPV. If dizziness shows up with neck pain, stiffness, or after whiplash, it could be cervicogenic dizziness. Here’s how to tell the difference—and what to do next in North County San Diego.

After a concussion, lingering symptoms like dizziness and brain fog may be tied to the upper neck. At Upper Cervical Chiropractic Encinitas, we use precise upper cervical imaging and BTrackS Balance Board testing to help restore balance, focus, and confidence after head injuries.