why did personal injury attorney refer me to chiropractor

by Dr. Kaleigh Reichel 9 min read

Chiropractors provide your attorney with documentation that states your injuries occurred because of the accident that you were involved in along with the procedures and treatments that you need in order to return to the health you were in before the accident happened.Dec 26, 2018

Is it good to see a chiropractor after an accident?

In short, the answer is yes, you should always see a doctor or chiropractor following an auto accident. If you were the victim in a crash caused by someone else being reckless, then you should most definitely see an accident injury chiropractor after the incident.

Can a chiropractor diagnose injuries?

Chiropractic treatment can help individuals recover after an accident and avoid future problems typically ignored by conventional medicine. In many cases, chiropractors might detect damage that is not immediately evident, from whiplash to spinal disc or soft tissue injuries.

Can a chiropractor diagnose nerve damage?

Chiropractors diagnose and treat many different spinal disorders that cause musculoskeletal or nerve pain. Similar to other types of doctors, a chiropractor performs a physical and neurological examination as part of his or her process of making an accurate diagnosis.

What injuries do chiropractors treat?

Here are 10 Common Injuries that can be addressed with chiropractic care:Sciatica. ... Hamstring Strains. ... Lower Back Strains. ... Neck Pain. ... Scoliosis. ... Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. ... Rotator Cuff Injury. ... Bursitis.More items...

Three Reasons Your Lawyer Wants You to See a Chiropractor After a Car Accident

When you are involved in a car accident that was not your fault, you might just do a quick check to see if you're okay, or you might tell yourself you don't have time to seek medical attention.

Contact Florida Spine and Injury if you were Involved in a Car Accident Injury

If you were involved in a Car Accident in Florida that was not your fault, the experienced Chiropractors at Florida Spine and Injury can help you with your recovery.

When Should You Visit A Chiropractor?

Much too often patients wait weeks after their accident to visit a chiropractor because they think their injuries will heal on their own over time.

How Will a Chiropractor Help After Your Accident?

Chiropractors have an excellent understanding of how to help you recover after a personal injury accident.

Your Chiropractor Will Document Your Treatment

All personal injury victims need to have their injuries documented in order to win their accident case.

Visit Advanced Injury Care Clinic For Treatment

When you visit Advanced Injury Care Clinic looking for pain relief after a personal injury accident, your first visit will be a free consultation consisting of a physical exam and a review of your medical history.

Glen Edward Ashman

It's always welcoming to have competent, understanding and caring medical providers.

Jeffrey Mark Adams

I agree with the other attorney, plus my clients can often not pay for treatment up front. It makes it easier for clients with no insurance. I also prefer chiropractors who don't over treat.

Randy W. Ferguson

I am not sure this question is coming from an injured party; however, I will state that I want my clients to be treated in a location where they feel comfortable, receive excellent care, have good communication with their providers, have monitored progress and managed care and ultimately meet the goal of full recovery.

James B. Hernan

Sounds as if somebody is conducting a survey. However, I do not refer any personal injury clients to chiros. Any competent personal injury attorney's first concern is quality medical care.

Richard Gaxiola

This question is really five and as my one of my colleagues pointed out it sounds like it is more from a Chiropractor than from a person seeking legal guidance. That said, I am a Chiropractic Physician and an attorney.

Lawrence A. Newman

I know which medical professionals, chiropractors or otherwise, take care of their clients. I refer my clients to good professionals and people that treat them like I would like to be treated.

Stephen Neil Foster

I would never refer any client to a chiropractor. If a chiropractor is a modest portion of the overall chain of treatment, that is fine. However, I would never accept a case in which chiropractic is the primary mode of treatment. I have withdrawn from representing clients who refused to go to an MD.

What is a car accident lawyer?

An experienced car accident lawyer or personal injury attorney has had years to cultivate long-standing relationships with doctors, surgeons and medical professionals in a wide variety of practice areas. This makes your lawyer uniquely qualified to recommend a doctor that specializes in a specific field of medicine.

What is the relationship between a car accident attorney and a doctor?

It is important that your attorney and doctor maintain a close professional relationship throughout the duration of your car accident or personal injury case. They will be working in unison to share detailed information regarding the severity of your injuries, treatment plan, and any future physical therapy that may be needed.

What should I do before calling my insurance company?

Before you call your insurance company, you should phone your personal injury attorney and see if you can get them on the scene. They can assess the case, collect information, record details of the incident, as well as refer you to the best doctor for the type of injury you have suffered.

Can an attorney point out the best path forward?

In fact, since your attorney has extensive experience sorting through information regarding diagnostics like MRIs, CT scans and medical records, by default they are qualified to point out the best path forward depending on the type of injury you have.

Who should I speak to after someone else is at fault?

Your personal injury lawyer and your doctor are the two safest people to speak to following an injury where someone else is at fault. Both your personal injury attorney and your physician have your best interests at hand.

Do chiropractors get ripped off?

They do this because, unfortunately, chiropractors will many times get ripped off by their patients once the case settles. If the patient is not a "cash" patient (i.e. personally pays for each visit) or is not covered by health insurance for chiropractic care, then the doctor will only...

Can a chiropractor give a referral fee in California?

In California a lawyer cannot give a medical provider a referral fee or visa versa. If money has changed hands between the lawyer and the chiropractor for the referral then this is unethical and impermissible.