Auto Accident & Whiplash Care · Destin, FL
Car Accident Chiropractor for Destin, FL
Care after a car accident for Destin drivers and passengers, from whiplash and back pain to sprains and strains.
Helping Destin Residents Feel and Move Better
From Destin's harbor and beaches, our integrative clinic is a short trip west on Miracle Strip Parkway (US 98). Patients from the 32540 and 32541 ZIP codes often plan visits before or after work to avoid peak beach traffic.
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
Sprains and strains are also common, especially if a joint was trapped against part of the vehicle. Back pain after an accident may come from a herniated disc, since a direct and powerful blow to the back can cause one. Our combination of integrative treatments can help you find relief whatever the injury.
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 Destin 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.
Many people from Destin put off care because they hope the problem will go away on its own. If it keeps returning, an evaluation is worth it.
How Auto Accident & Whiplash Care Begins at Our Clinic
Knowing what to expect can take a lot of stress out of a first appointment. Here is how auto accident and whiplash care usually begins for patients coming from Destin:
Schedule by phone at (850) 226-6728 or online. New patient forms are available on our website so check-in goes quickly.
A thorough exam with orthopedic and strength testing, medically necessary X-rays if needed, and an honest talk about your goals for treatment.
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.
You leave with a clear plan, including recommended visits and home exercises, which we update as you improve.
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.
Care Close to Home for Destin
US 98 through Destin carries heavy visitor traffic for much of the year, and busy roads mean collisions happen, even at low speeds. When you are recovering from an injury, a 16-minute drive to Fort Walton Beach keeps follow-up care manageable.
From Destin, head west on US 98 (Miracle Strip Parkway), cross the Marler Bridge and Okaloosa Island, then continue over the Brooks Bridge into Fort Walton Beach and turn onto Beal Parkway. The roughly 8-mile trip usually takes about 16 minutes, though summer traffic can add time.
Patients from Destin's neighbors, including Okaloosa Island and Miramar Beach to the east, use the same US 98 route to reach us.
What Destin Patients Can Expect From Our Team
There are many places to get care on the Emerald Coast. Here is why Destin patients come to us:
Non-surgical, non-opioid care is the focus
Chiropractic care, physical therapy, massage, and acupuncture are coordinated in one plan
Neck and back braces are available when extra support is needed
No referral is needed to schedule a visit
Dr. Erik Persiani, D.C., brings his chiropractic and integrative medicine experience to every plan, and Lisa Haik, APRN, FNP-BC, an Air Force veteran and board certified family nurse practitioner, adds a medical perspective.
We also believe care should fit your budget. Our office keeps a pricing structure designed to allow care for all budgets.
Common Questions From Destin Patients
How far is your clinic from Destin?
Most Destin patients reach us in about 16 minutes. Take US 98 (Miracle Strip Parkway) west over the Marler and Brooks bridges, then follow Beal Parkway to 24 Beal Pkwy.
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.
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. If you are heading over from the beach or a day on the water, bring a dry change of clothes so you are comfortable on the table.
How many visits will I need?
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. Destin patients often schedule earlier in the day to avoid the heaviest US 98 traffic, especially in summer.
Does accident injury treatment involve medication?
Chiropractic care is a pharmaceutical-free approach and does not require potentially addictive drugs. Our integrative plans focus on non-opioid options such as chiropractic care, physical therapy, massage, and acupuncture.
Is auto accident and whiplash care covered by insurance?
Coverage depends on your plan, so the best first step is to call (850) 226-6728. Our staff will verify your benefits before treatment at no charge. We accept most health insurance plans, including Medicare, plus auto accident and workers' compensation cases.
Book Your Auto Accident & Whiplash Care Appointment
You do not need a referral. Call (850) 226-6728 or request an appointment online, and we will take it from there.
Driving From Destin
Our clinic is at 24 Beal Pkwy, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548. From Destin, plan on about 16 minutes in normal traffic.
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 |