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An osteophyte complex represents evidence of Arthritis; it can happen anywhere where there is a joint in the body.. but particularly (in this case) in the spine. It takes a long time of "wear & tear" to cause one to form. A whiplash injury doesn't cause one, but it can aggravate the area. You would be more apt to have pain in this area following injury.

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Q: Can disc osteophytic complex be caused or aggravated by a whiplash injury?
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