Dr. Probasco and I spent our Saturday at the Washington Personal Injury Summit 2021 hosted by the Washington State Chiropractic Association ( https://www.chirohealth.org ) and Seattle Injury Law ( https://seattleinjurylaw.com/ ). These gatherings are always a great way to catch up with peers and touch on advancements in the world of medicine - in this case, related to treating injuries related to auto accidents.
Not only was it a great reminder of how effective chiropractic care, massage care, and rehabilitation medicine is for these injuries, but we also got to hear what some of our local Medical Doctors are doing to advance the care in the most serious cases. We spent time listening and talking with the Doctors from Seattle Spine and Sports ( http://seattlespine.com/ ) and Washington Orthopedic Spine & Injury Center ( https://washingtonorthopedicspineandinjurycenter.com/ ) about their treatments related to spinal disc injuries, facet injuries and even diagnosis for chronic pain.
Current treatments we most commonly refer out for range from regenerative injections such as Prolotherapy or PRP for various sprains to epidural injections for sciatica related pain and even, when necessary, surgery for sprains or injuries such as rotator cuff tears. Maintaining these relationships is key to referring our patients for any additional care they may need as quickly as possible. And as always, Center for Diagnostic Imaging ( https://www.mycdi.com/ ) was present with updated referrals pads whenever we need X-rays, MRI’s or other diagnostic or treatment options. With all the advances continually happening in medicine, it makes us proud to be a part of such a bigger medical ‘team’ that’s been created in the Puget Sound. In the end, we’re all excited to care for our patients and it’s a great time to be a Chiropractor!
Kevin Martin, DC