Auto Accident & Whiplash Care · Fort Walton Beach, FL
Auto Accident and Whiplash Care in Fort Walton Beach, FL
Hurt in a crash near Fort Walton Beach? Our integrative team helps with whiplash, neck and back pain, and other accident injuries.
Care That Fits Life in Fort Walton Beach
Fort Walton Beach residents do not have to leave town for integrative care. Our office on Beal Parkway (SR 189) is minutes from the 32547, 32548, and 32549 ZIP codes, with a team that knows the area's mix of military families, retirees, and people who work outdoors.
After a collision, it is common to feel shaken and unsure where to start. Our team combines chiropractic care, physical therapy, massage therapy, and acupuncture to help you recover without surgery or reliance on opioids.
Common Injuries After an Auto 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.
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.
Who Should Be Seen After a Crash
Consider an evaluation if you have any of these after a crash:
- 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
Even if you feel fine right after a minor crash, symptoms can appear later. An evaluation gives you a clear record of how you are doing and a plan if problems develop.
Every patient's history is different, so we never assume. Your first visit in our Fort Walton Beach office is where we confirm what is going on.
From First Call to Care Plan
We keep the process simple so you can focus on feeling better. Most Fort Walton Beach patients follow these steps:
Request an appointment online or call (850) 226-6728. No referral is needed, and our staff can verify your insurance benefits before treatment.
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.
Many plans follow three general phases. Relief care comes first, often two to three visits a week for four to 12 weeks. Corrective care follows, typically about three times a week for six to ten weeks, and wellness care is usually one to four visits a month.
Getting to Our Clinic From Fort Walton Beach
Traffic on US 98 and Beal Parkway gets heavy, especially in the summer tourist season, and with that much traffic, fender-benders are part of local driving. Because we are based in Fort Walton Beach, follow-up visits after an injury do not require a long drive while you are sore.
Getting here is simple from anywhere in town: follow Beal Parkway (SR 189) to 24 Beal Pkwy. Patients coming from Okaloosa Island cross the Brooks Bridge on US 98 and head north on Beal, usually in well under ten minutes.
Our location also makes us convenient for families just outside city limits, including Ocean City, Cinco Bayou, Mary Esther, and the Hurlburt Field area to the west.
Why Our Auto Accident & Whiplash Care Stands Out
When Fort Walton Beach residents pick our clinic, they often mention:
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
Most insurance plans accepted, including Medicare
Lisa Haik, APRN, FNP-BC, brings more than 25 years of health care experience and is certified in ultrasound-guided joint injections and trigger point injections. She works alongside Dr. Erik Persiani, D.C., and our rehab and massage staff.
With weekday hours on Monday through Wednesday and Friday, it is easier to plan visits around work, school, and family schedules.
Auto Accident & Whiplash Care in Fort Walton Beach: 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 Fort Walton Beach to your office?
Not far at all. We are located on Beal Parkway (SR 189) in the middle of Fort Walton Beach, and most patients in the 32547, 32548, and 32549 ZIP codes reach us in under ten minutes.
How long does auto accident and whiplash care usually take?
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 our office is in Fort Walton Beach, many local patients find it easy to stop in before or after work.
What payment options do you offer?
We accept most health insurance plans, including Medicare. If you have no insurance or no chiropractic benefits, flexible payment programs can be arranged, and many patients choose to pay directly for care. Our staff will explain your options before treatment.
What should I wear to my auto accident and whiplash care appointment?
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 coming straight from work on base or a shift in town, consider packing a change of comfortable clothes.
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 Take the Next Step, Fort Walton Beach?
Have questions first? Call our office at (850) 226-6728. If you are ready, you can request an appointment online in a couple of minutes.
Find Our Fort Walton Beach Office
White Sands Integrative Medical is located at 24 Beal Pkwy in Fort Walton Beach, just a few minutes from Fort Walton Beach. Use the map for turn-by-turn directions.
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 |