Auto Accident & Whiplash Care · Crestview, FL
Auto Accident and Whiplash Care in Crestview, FL
Care after a car accident for Crestview drivers and passengers, from whiplash and back pain to sprains and strains.
Auto Accident & Whiplash Care for Crestview Patients
Crestview patients in the 32536 and 32539 ZIP codes often make the drive to our Fort Walton Beach clinic, about 40 minutes south on SR 85. We plan care with that distance in mind, so visits are focused and well organized.
Auto accidents can leave you with a whole host of troublesome injuries, and time alone does not always fix them. Some injuries, like sprains, strains, herniated discs, and whiplash, can go unnoticed at first and show up days later as pain or stiffness.
How We Help After a Car Accident
Integrative medicine and chiropractic care aim at the underlying causes of accident injuries, not only the surface symptoms. For many patients, combining chiropractic care, acupuncture, physical therapy, and massage therapy is a strong non-surgical place to start.
Some patients also need extra support for a while. After a motor vehicle accident, a cervical (neck) or lumbar brace may help you through the acute phase when muscles feel weak and spasm easily, and our team teaches you how to use it while working to get you out of it as soon as possible.
Accident Injuries We Commonly Treat
We help Crestview accident patients with:
- Whiplash, neck pain, and neck stiffness
- Headaches that began after the collision
- Back pain, including pain from a herniated disc
- Sprains and strains in the shoulders, hips, or knees
- Muscle spasms and soreness that are not improving
If you have severe pain, numbness, a head injury, or other emergency symptoms after a crash, go to an emergency room first. Our team can help with recovery once urgent problems are ruled out.
If you are unsure where your symptoms are coming from, that is fine. Sorting that out is a normal part of the first appointment.
How Care Starts for Crestview Patients
From the first phone call to your follow-up visits, here is what auto accident and whiplash care at our clinic usually involves:
Call (850) 226-6728 or use our online request form. We collect your health history and insurance information when you arrive.
A detailed health history and physical exam, checking range of motion, orthopedic tests, and muscle strength, with X-rays only when medically necessary.
We document how the accident happened and check your neck, back, and joints for whiplash, sprains, strains, and disc involvement so your care plan matches your injuries.
Your team reviews progress at follow-up visits and changes the plan when needed, so each visit moves you toward your goals.
Care often moves from relief to correction to wellness. Early visits focus on easing pain and inflammation, the corrective phase works on posture and biomechanics so tissues heal more completely, and wellness visits help you stay on track based on your lifestyle and goals.
Serving Crestview and the Surrounding Area
SR 85, I-10, and US 90 all carry heavy traffic through Crestview, and collisions on these routes can lead to neck, back, and joint injuries. Our clinic is about 40 minutes south for evaluation and follow-up care.
From Crestview, take SR 85 south across the Eglin reservation, then continue through Shalimar into Fort Walton Beach and on to Beal Parkway. The trip is about 27 miles and usually takes around 40 minutes.
We also see patients who live between Crestview and the coast, along SR 85 near the Eglin reservation and Niceville.
Why Crestview Patients Choose White Sands
Here is what you can count on when you come to us from Crestview:
Benefits verified and explained before treatment, at no charge
We accept auto accident, personal injury, and workers' compensation cases
Chiropractic care, physical therapy, massage, and acupuncture are coordinated in one plan
Flexible payment programs for patients with little or no coverage
Our team includes Dr. Erik Persiani, D.C., a licensed chiropractic physician and board certified acupuncturist, and Lisa Haik, APRN, FNP-BC, a board certified family nurse practitioner with more than 25 years of experience in health care.
The last thing we want is for you to come to us in crisis. Addressing a problem early is usually easier than trying to recover later.
Auto Accident & Whiplash Care in Crestview: Your Questions Answered
Does chiropractic care for an auto accident injury hurt?
In most cases, nothing more than mild discomfort is associated with chiropractic care, and most people do not feel pain during their sessions. We adjust techniques to your injuries and comfort level.
How long is the drive from Crestview to your office?
Most Crestview patients reach us in about 40 minutes by heading south on SR 85. Because of the distance, we try to coordinate several parts of your care in the same visit when that is appropriate.
How often will I need to come in?
As a non-surgical approach, your body is the biggest factor in how long healing takes. When you are in pain, care is often two to three times per week for four to 12 weeks, then shifts to corrective care to restore strength and help prevent re-injury. Because of the distance from Crestview, we try to group parts of your care into the same visit when it is appropriate.
What payment options do you offer?
Our office participates in most insurance programs, including Medicare, and we also accept auto accident, workers' compensation, and personal injury cases. Because coverage varies widely, our staff will verify and explain your benefits before treatment, at no charge.
What should I wear for my first visit?
Wear soft, loose clothing that is easy to move in, especially around the neck and shoulders. If you are wearing a neck or back brace from another provider, bring it with you. Since the drive from Crestview takes about 40 minutes, comfortable clothes that are easy to sit in for the ride are a good idea.
Do you accept auto accident and personal injury cases?
Yes. Our office accepts auto accident, personal injury, and workers' compensation cases, along with most health insurance plans. Our staff will verify and explain your benefits before treatment, at no charge.
Ready to Start Auto Accident & Whiplash Care in Crestview?
Our office is open Monday through Wednesday and Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Call (850) 226-6728 or request an appointment online to get started.
Directions From Crestview to Our Clinic
Use the map below for driving directions from Crestview to 24 Beal Pkwy, Fort Walton Beach. Most patients arrive in about 40 minutes.
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
| Monday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Lunch Break | 12:00 – 2:00 pm |
| Sat & Sun | Closed |