When An MRI Becomes Necessary After An Injury From A Chiropractor SE Portland

By Bob Albert Lewis


Any time you have been injured in an accident, whether it is an auto accident or an on the job injury, you need to seek medical attention as soon as possible. This typically includes a chiropractor SE Portland, but can often mean seeing two or three doctors that will help treat the injury. Many tests, including an MRI may be ordered to know exactly what is damaged. This should be ordered by the attending doctor and is usually done in a hospital or other health care center.

If he or she observes a substantial radiculopathic presentation (an injury where one or several nerves are affected and not working properly, and pain, numbness, weakness, or an inability to control specific muscles), an immediate MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) can be ordered before starting any care program. This technique of being able to look inside the body is used by many doctors around the world.

Chiropractic doctors are known for the invasive and natural ways of helping the human body heal. When traditional techniques do not work, it may be time to get an MRI performed so that they can actually see what is going on.

An example of this kind of injury is a herniated disc. A chiropractic doctor needs to decide whether he should start spinal adjustments. An MRI can reveal if there's enough room around the lesion to proceed or whether it's best to wait until the herniated disc naturally shrinks.

A chiropractor can also work in conjunction with neurologists, orthopedic doctors and surgeons and has access to the most recent technologies, including CT scan imaging, should they become necessary. Whether you are suffering from an auto wreck injury or a work related injury, a chiropractor in SE can work within your schedule to see you and explain any problems that are found.

Chiropractic practice usually accepts all work insurance and auto insurance coverage, so money shouldn't be a factor. The majority of policies will cover chiropractic care, so you can be sure that your exam will be thorough and that wise recommendations regarding how severe your injuries are and whether an MRI is necessary can be made efficiently.




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