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Comprehensive Auto Accident Recovery

Recover Quickly and Safely from Auto Accident Injuries with personalized chiropractic care and integrated medical care at Nordquist Integrated Medicine.

Comprehensive Auto Accident Recovery

Recover Quickly and Safely from Auto Accident Injuries with personalized chiropractic care and integrated medical care at Nordquist Integrated Medicine.

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Auto accidents in the United States result in over 6 million collisions annually, and in Washington, more than 111,000 accidents occur each year. These lead to common injuries such as whiplash, herniated discs, soft tissue damage, and head injuries. Even minor accidents can cause significant injuries that, if untreated, may result in chronic pain or disability. At Nordquist Integrated Medicine, we specialize in treating these accident-related injuries with a combination of chiropractic care and integrative therapies, focusing on pain relief and rehabilitation to ensure full recovery. Our integrated care approach restores mobility, reduces pain, and supports your recovery, while we also collaborate with attorneys to provide necessary medical documentation and deposition services.

Auto accidents in the United States result in over 6 million collisions annually, and in Washington, more than 111,000 accidents occur each year. These lead to common injuries such as whiplash, herniated discs, soft tissue damage, and head injuries. Even minor accidents can cause significant injuries that, if untreated, may result in chronic pain or disability. At Nordquist Integrated Medicine, we specialize in treating these accident-related injuries with a combination of chiropractic care and integrative therapies, focusing on pain relief and rehabilitation to ensure full recovery. Our integrated care approach restores mobility, reduces pain, and supports your recovery, while we also collaborate with attorneys to provide necessary medical documentation and deposition services.

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Our Auto Accident Injury Services

We understand that auto accidents result in a variety of injuries, ranging from whiplash to more severe spinal issues. Our approach combines chiropractic care with integrated therapies to ensure comprehensive treatment that addresses both your immediate pain and long-term recovery goals.

Pain
Management:

Car accidents often result in acute and chronic pain, especially in the neck, back, and shoulders. Our combination of chiropractic and natural biologic therapies is designed to relieve this pain and prevent further complications.

Cervical and
Lumbar Traction:

Auto accidents can misalign the spine, causing pain in the neck and lower back. Cervical and lumbar traction helps restore proper alignment, reducing pain and tension.

Rehabilitation
Protocols:

Our personalized rehabilitation programs include chiropractic adjustments, exercises, and stretches to help you regain strength, flexibility, and mobility post-accident.

Pre and
Post X-rays:

We utilize X-rays to assess the extent of your injuries and monitor your recovery progress. This ensures that your treatment is effective and thoroughly documented.

Collaboration
with Attorneys:

When legal action is necessary, we work with your attorney to provide essential medical documentation and participate in depositions or trials. Our goal is to support your case with accurate records, and we’ve had patients achieve significant settlements, some exceeding $1 million.

Our Auto Accident
Injury Services

We understand that auto accidents result in a variety of injuries, ranging from whiplash to more severe spinal issues. Our approach combines chiropractic care with integrated therapies to ensure comprehensive treatment that addresses both your immediate pain and long-term recovery goals.

Pain
Management:

Car accidents often result in acute and chronic pain, especially in the neck, back, and shoulders. Our combination of chiropractic and natural biologic therapies is designed to relieve this pain and prevent further complications.

Cervical and
Lumbar Traction:

Auto accidents can misalign the spine, causing pain in the neck and lower back. Cervical and lumbar traction helps restore proper alignment, reducing pain and tension.

Rehabilitation
Protocols:

Our personalized rehabilitation programs include chiropractic adjustments, exercises, and stretches to help you regain strength, flexibility, and mobility post-accident.

Pre and
Post X-rays:

We utilize X-rays to assess the extent of your injuries and monitor your recovery progress. This ensures that your treatment is effective and thoroughly documented.

Collaboration
with Attorneys:

When legal action is necessary, we work with your attorney to provide essential medical documentation and participate in depositions or trials. Our goal is to support your case with accurate records, and we’ve had patients achieve significant settlements, some exceeding $1 million.

Common Auto Accident Injuries We Treat

At Nordquist Integrated Medicine, we specialize in treating the following common injuries sustained from auto accidents:

Car accidents often cause strains, nerve damage, and spinal misalignments in the back and neck, leading to both acute and chronic pain. Chiropractic care addresses these issues by taking pressure off damaged spinal nerves and discs, relieving pain and promoting long-term healing.

Whiplash occurs when the neck is rapidly thrust forward and back, causing damage to the muscles, ligaments, and joints. Chiropractic adjustments help alleviate the pain and stiffness caused by whiplash, promoting faster recovery.
The impact of an auto accident can lead to shoulder injuries, such as rotator cuff tears or strains. Chiropractic adjustments and rehabilitation help reduce pain and improve shoulder mobility.
Concussions and other head injuries are common in car accidents and can lead to persistent headaches and dizziness. Chiropractic care can help alleviate headaches by reducing tension and improving spinal alignment, especially in the neck region.
Trauma from a car accident often causes inflammation, making injuries feel worse. Chiropractic adjustments help reduce inflammation, promote healing, and restore proper circulation.

The force of an auto accident can damage spinal discs, causing pain, numbness, and weakness in the limbs. Chiropractic care helps by taking pressure off damaged discs and spinal nerves, improving mobility and reducing pain.

Injuries to muscles, ligaments, and tendons are common after accidents. Chiropractic care can help these soft tissues heal properly, reducing soreness and preventing future injuries.

Why Choose Nordquist Integrated Medicine
for Auto Accident Care?

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Expert Chiropractic Care:

We specialize in treating injuries caused by auto accidents, offering comprehensive care that focuses on pain relief, recovery, and long-term wellness.

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Voted Best in Pierce County:

Nordquist Integrated Medicine has been voted the best chiropractic clinic in Pierce County five years in a row, a testament to our dedication to patient satisfaction.

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Personalized Treatment Plans:

Every injury is unique. We tailor our chiropractic care to address your specific injuries, ensuring you get the best possible care for a complete recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions

After a car accident, the body releases adrenaline and endorphins, which can temporarily mask pain and discomfort. However, as these hormones subside, underlying injuries such as whiplash, spinal misalignment, and soft tissue damage can become more noticeable. It’s common for symptoms like neck stiffness, headaches, and back pain to appear days or even weeks after the accident. Seeking early chiropractic evaluation ensures that injuries are diagnosed and treated before they worsen, preventing long-term complications.

Whiplash occurs when the head is suddenly jerked forward and backward, straining the muscles, ligaments, and joints in the neck. This can cause chronic pain, dizziness, headaches, and restricted movement if left untreated. Chiropractic care is highly effective for whiplash because it addresses the root cause of pain, rather than just masking symptoms with medication. Treatments such as spinal adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and cervical traction help restore alignment, reduce inflammation, and improve range of motion, leading to faster recovery and long-term relief.

Spinal traction therapy is a gentle stretching technique that relieves pressure on the spinal discs and nerves. After an accident, the sudden impact can cause spinal compression, disc herniation, and pinched nerves, leading to pain and limited mobility. By using controlled traction, chiropractors can realign the spine, improve blood flow, and promote natural healing. This therapy is particularly beneficial for patients suffering from whiplash, herniated discs, and sciatica caused by auto accidents.

Yes, even minor accidents can lead to chronic spinal misalignment, joint dysfunction, and disc degeneration if injuries are not properly treated. The body compensates for injured or misaligned areas, leading to muscle imbalances, poor posture, and increased stress on the spine over time. Chiropractic care helps prevent these issues by restoring proper spinal alignment, improving mobility, and strengthening supporting muscles. Early intervention significantly reduces the risk of chronic pain, arthritis, and nerve damage later in life.

Inflammation is a natural response to injury, but excessive inflammation can cause pain, stiffness, and restricted movement. Chiropractic adjustments reduce inflammation by improving circulation, enhancing nerve function, and promoting the release of natural anti-inflammatory agents in the body. Additionally, techniques like soft tissue therapy and neuromuscular re-education help break down scar tissue and improve lymphatic drainage, accelerating recovery. Unlike pain medications, which only mask symptoms, chiropractic care addresses the underlying causes of inflammation for long-term healing.

X-rays are crucial for diagnosing hidden injuries that may not be immediately noticeable, such as spinal misalignments, fractures, disc injuries, and joint dysfunctions. Many auto accident injuries occur at the soft tissue and structural level, making them difficult to detect through a physical exam alone. Pre-treatment X-rays allow chiropractors to develop a customized treatment plan, ensuring that all injuries are safely and effectively addressed. Post-treatment X-rays are also used to monitor recovery progress and make necessary adjustments to the treatment plan.

Car accidents can cause nerve compression, irritation, and dysfunction, leading to symptoms like numbness, tingling, muscle weakness, and radiating pain (such as sciatica). Chiropractic adjustments relieve pressure on pinched nerves, restoring proper function and reducing pain. Additionally, treatments such as spinal decompression, soft tissue therapy, and neuromuscular re-education help improve nerve conductivity, muscle coordination, and overall spinal health. Without proper treatment, nerve damage can become permanent, making early chiropractic intervention critical for full recovery.

Neuromuscular re-education is a therapeutic technique designed to restore proper communication between nerves and muscles. After an accident, the body often compensates for injuries by developing incorrect movement patterns and muscle imbalances. This can lead to chronic pain, poor posture, and increased risk of re-injury. Neuromuscular re-education involves targeted exercises, balance training, and muscle activation techniques that help the body relearn correct movement patterns, improving strength, stability, and coordination for a full and lasting recovery.

Yes, spinal misalignments from car accidents often result in poor posture, uneven weight distribution, and muscle imbalances, which can lead to chronic pain and joint degeneration. Chiropractic adjustments realign the spine and joints, allowing the body to maintain proper posture and biomechanics. Additionally, corrective exercises and ergonomic recommendations provided by chiropractors help retrain muscles and improve postural habits, preventing long-term postural issues and discomfort.

Delaying treatment allows scar tissue to form, misalignments to worsen, and nerve irritation to persist, making recovery more difficult and prolonged. The longer injuries go untreated, the greater the risk of chronic pain, joint degeneration, and permanent mobility issues. Early chiropractic intervention promotes faster healing, reduces pain and inflammation, restores mobility, and prevents long-term complications. Seeking treatment as soon as possible ensures that injuries are properly diagnosed and managed, leading to a smoother and more effective recovery.

Partner with Nordquist Integrated Medicine:

If you’ve been injured in an auto accident, don’t wait to get the care you need. Call us today at (253) 445-3000 to schedule your consultation. Visit Nordquist Integrated Medicine and experience why we’ve been recognized as the Best Chiropractor of Western Washington for four consecutive years. Our team is here to help you recover from your injuries and support you through the process.

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