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What are the advantages of a chiropractic and nurse practitioner therapy team to address spine health after a motor vehicle collision?
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Motor vehicle accidents (MVCs) are one of the leading causes of spinal injuries, such as whiplash, ruptured discs, and soft tissue damage. These injuries can cause a lot of discomfort and make moving hard. These injuries often need a multimodal therapeutic approach for both short-term symptoms and long-term recovery. As advanced practice registered nurses, nurse practitioners provide medical examinations, write prescriptions, and manage overall health. Conversely, chiropractors focus on musculoskeletal care, such as spine adjustments and manual therapies. The goal of these professionals working together is to develop a complete, patient-centered plan for spine health after an MVC. (Kent, R., et al., 2023)
A chiropractic and nurse practitioner combination can give those who are recuperating from car accident injuries a whole spinal health treatment that focuses on reducing pain and improving mobility.
A chiropractor and nurse practitioner (NP) therapy team can deliver comprehensive care for spinal health following a motor vehicle collision (MVC) by integrating their skills to meet acute and long-term requirements.
A chiropractor and nurse practitioner collaborate to deliver a patient-centered approach to spinal health following motor vehicle collisions (MVCs). This team integrates chiropractic proficiency with NP’s medical oversight, facilitating rehabilitation, mitigating chronic hazards, and enhancing patient outcomes. This approach is particularly useful for complex MVC-related spine injuries, ensuring immediate relief and long-term health.
Dr. Jimenez is a nurse practitioner who treats various illnesses by combining medical knowledge with chiropractic care. Functional medicine, acupuncture, electro-acupuncture, and sports medicine can all be used in the clinic’s customized care plans. The clinic handles injuries and conditions that cause chronic pain by focusing on strength, speed, and flexibility. Comprehensive care plans and health coaching in person and online make individualized treatment and fitness outcomes possible for patients of all ages and abilities.
Kent, R., Cormier, J., McMurry, T. L., Johan Ivarsson, B., Funk, J., Hartka, T., & Sochor, M. (2023). Spinal injury rates and specific causation in motor vehicle collisions. Accident; analysis and prevention, 186, 107047. doi.org/10.1016/j.aap.2023.107047
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Prater, C., Tepe, M., & Battaglia, P. (2020). Integrating a Multidisciplinary Pain Team and Chiropractic Care in a Community Health Center: An Observational Study of Managing Chronic Spinal Pain. Journal of primary care & community health, 11, 2150132720953680. doi.org/10.1177/2150132720953680
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