Chiropractic Care for Neck pain and Whiplash
Restricted, painful necks — from desk posture to collision injuries.
Two Different Problems
Most neck pain we see falls into one of two categories, and they need different handling.
Gradual-onset neck pain builds over weeks or months. It is usually load-related — sustained postures, screen work, driving, carrying, sleeping position. The tissue is not damaged; it is overloaded and guarding. This responds well to manual treatment combined with changing what is loading it.
Whiplash-associated disorder follows a collision or sudden acceleration of the head. The neck has been through a genuine injury event, and the first weeks are managed more cautiously: gentle movement, reassurance, gradual loading, and no aggressive manipulation into an irritable neck.
What We Assess
Movement and restriction
Which directions are limited, and whether the limit is pain, stiffness or guarding.
Referral pattern
Whether pain refers to the head, shoulder blade or arm, and what that suggests.
Neurological screening
Any numbness, tingling or weakness in the arm changes management significantly.
Contributing load
Workstation, driving, sleeping position, phone use — the things that will undo treatment if unchanged.
Red flags
Screening for the small number of presentations that need medical assessment rather than manual therapy.
Collision history
For whiplash, the mechanism, the timeline and whether symptoms are improving or spreading.
Whiplash and Your Insurance
If your neck pain follows a motor vehicle collision, treatment is funded through your own auto insurer under Section B accident benefits, regardless of fault. You do not pay, and you do not need a lawyer to start treatment.
Alberta’s current protocols provide a defined block of treatment for whiplash-associated disorder, and the system changes on 1 January 2027 when treatment funding becomes unlimited. See Section B coverage and Alberta Care-First for the detail.
Starting early matters for whiplash more than for most things. Early, gentle, active management gives better outcomes than waiting to see whether it settles.
Common Questions
Neck manipulation carries a small risk profile that is taken seriously and screened for. Where there is any concern, gentler mobilisation, soft tissue work and exercise achieve much of the same benefit. You are entitled to ask for those instead, and we will explain what we are doing and why before we do it. See is chiropractic safe.
Yes. Whiplash symptoms commonly peak 24 to 72 hours after the collision rather than immediately. It is one reason early assessment is worthwhile even if you feel manageable on the day.
Common, and often the neck is the source. See chiropractic for headaches and migraines.
For gradual-onset neck pain, usually not — a short course plus changing the load. Whiplash varies more, and a proportion of people need longer. You should always know what the plan is.
Coverage & Direct Billing
We direct bill Alberta Blue Cross, Great-West Life, Sun Life Financial, Cowan Insurance Group, Manulife Financial, Maximum Benefit, Desjardins, Johnson Insurance and Green Shield Canada. We also handle WCB claims and motor vehicle accident claims directly.
What Our Camrose Patients Say
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David Kitch
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Tamara de Ryck
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Maribel is a fantastic therapist. Offered a very quiet relaxing massage yet really targeted what I needed in a short time frame. Definately recommend.
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Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I always feel fantastic after my treatments with Dr Weeks everything is back where it belongs, he is always so professional and takes his time with each patient
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Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very good experience. Professional, respectful, and attentive. He took the time to explain everything clearly and made me feel comfortable during the session. I already feel much better after the treatment. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a great osteopath. Thank you again! Mo osteopath ♥️♥️✌🏽✌🏽😊😊 Highly recommend, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Myranda
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been seeing Hiya for my physio since a fall and a car accident. She is lovely and goes above and beyond for her clients, you can truly see she is passionate about her work. The front desk girls are all wonderful too! Always so nice, and remember you by name, greetings everyone as they come in the door. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about my experience.
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Connie McMann
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Zoey was incredibly thorough—she listened carefully, explained the underlying causes of my persistent neck and shoulder problem, and provided treatment that delivered fast, noticeable results. The front office staff are exceptionally welcoming, friendly, and accommodating. It’s genuinely a pleasure to visit this clinic.
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Curtis Follett
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Book an Appointment in Camrose
Neck pain or a recent collision? Book an assessment — early treatment makes a measurable difference.
Central Physiotherapy & Massage · 6028 48 Avenue, Camrose, AB · (780) 673-0573
Monday to Thursday 9:00am–7:00pm · Friday 9:00am–5:00pm