Praktische richtlijnen voor de preventie van chronische klachten na een whiplashtrauma, gebaseerd op gepubliceerde evidence

- Recently, systematic reviews and evidence-based guidelines on whiplash have appeared, from which preventive recommendations can be derived.

- Fear of moving, catastrophic thoughts and avoidance of activity seem to play an important role in the transition from acute to chronic symptoms.

- Early reassurance and the advice to remain active can prevent the development of chronic symptoms following whiplash.

- In the acute and subacute phase, if there is still no recovery despite information designed to reduce anxiety, referral to a physiotherapist for active exercise therapy and management is indicated.

- In the chronic phase, depending on which factors play a role in the given patient, referral to active exercise therapy or a multi-disciplinary training programme may be considered.