To prevent whiplash, the head restraint and vehicle seat need to work together to support your body during a crash. Only head restraints that come up to the ears can properly support the neck and must be close to the head in order to do so in a crash.
Many head restraints are adjustable, so that this criteria can be met for both tall and short occupants. When you get in the car—front or back seat— check to make sure the head restraint is adjusted properly for your height. In this photo, Emily is at high risk for whiplash and other neck injuries due to the lack of a head restraint in her seating position—the center of the third row in a Nissan Armada.
This is a non-medical term that refers to the extending backward by the head from the torso during a rear impact. More statistical data revealed that three quarters of car-related injuries are in the neck. Although whiplash is a minor injury, the victim can experience long, painful and devastating symptoms.
Keep these two points in mind:. The next time you get into your car, tilt your head back to touch your headrest. This small action could save your neck. The car seat headrest is something that few motorists use or even notice. Studies show that only 14 percent of Canadians adjust the position of the headrest properly. Skip to Content. The right position is critical Research shows that a poorly positioned headrest can cause more serious injury than no headrest at all.
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