Auto Accident Chiropractor in Palm Coast, FL
Injured in a car accident? You may have 14 days to protect your PIP benefits
Chiropractic Care for Auto Accident Injuries
Effective, Natural Relief and Recovery for Auto-Related Injuries
At Palm Coast Acupuncture and Chiropractic, we specialize in helping auto accident victims recover fully and quickly — using a comprehensive, multi-modality approach that goes far beyond a standard chiropractic adjustment. Dr. Bryan Schuerlein and Dr. Heather Schuerlein have extensive experience treating the full range of auto-related injuries, and we work directly with your PIP insurance so you can focus entirely on healing.
Understanding Your PIP Coverage
In Florida, every driver is required to carry Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance. This coverage pays for medical treatment after an auto accident — regardless of who was at fault — and typically covers most medical expenses when you seek treatment within 14 days of your accident.
Here’s what that means for you:
- Direct Billing — we bill your PIP carrier directly for covered care
- No fault required — you are covered whether or not you caused the accident
- Same-day treatment available — we can often see you the day you call
- We handle the paperwork — our team works directly with your insurance so you don’t have to
Most patients are surprised to learn that chiropractic care, Spinal Decompression, Therapeutic Exercise, and other therapies are covered under Florida PIP. Don’t leave your benefits on the table — you’ve been paying for this coverage and you’re entitled to use it.
Why You Should Seek Treatment Immediately
One of the most dangerous misconceptions after a car accident is thinking “I feel okay, so I must be fine.” The reality is that many of the most common auto accident injuries — whiplash, soft tissue damage, disc herniations, and nerve injuries — may not produce noticeable symptoms for days or even weeks after impact.
Delaying treatment doesn’t just risk your health — it risks your legal claim. Insurance companies frequently use gaps in treatment as grounds to reduce or deny settlements. Seeking care immediately after your accident creates a medical record that documents your injuries and supports your case if you choose to pursue a personal injury claim.
The bottom line: Getting evaluated promptly protects both your health and your rights.
Auto Accident Injuries We Treat
Whiplash & Neck Injuries Whiplash is the most common auto accident injury, caused by the rapid back-and-forth motion of the neck during impact. Symptoms include neck pain, stiffness, headaches, and radiating arm pain. Left untreated, whiplash can become a chronic condition — early intervention is key.
Back Pain & Spinal Injuries The force of a collision can cause joint injuries, muscle strains, disc herniations, and nerve compression throughout the back. We treat the full spectrum of accident-related spinal injuries using chiropractic, spinal decompression, and advanced therapies.
Disc Herniations Auto accidents are a leading cause of disc herniations — particularly in the cervical and lumbar spine. For appropriate patients, we offer DRX9000 spinal decompression, an FDA-cleared, nonsurgical system designed to relieve pressure associated with low back pain and sciatica. Effective for non-surgical treatments available for accident-related disc injuries.
Headaches & Migraines Post-accident headaches are extremely common and are often caused by neck joint dysfunction, muscle tension, and nerve irritation. Chiropractic care is commonly used to help reduce post-traumatic headaches.
Shoulder & Upper Body Pain Seatbelt injuries, bracing during impact, and airbag deployment can all cause significant shoulder, chest, and upper body trauma that responds well to our integrated treatment approach.
Soft Tissue Injuries Sprains, strains, and muscle tears throughout the body are among the most common — and most undertreated — auto accident injuries. Our combination of chiropractic, physical medicine, electric stimulation, shockwave therapy, and laser therapy is designed to support faster soft tissue healing.
Stress, Anxiety & Emotional Recovery Car accidents are traumatic events. Many patients experience anxiety, disrupted sleep and lingering emotional stress after a collision. Not every injury shows up on an X-ray, and recovery isn’t only physical. Our care is unhurried and compassionate, and patients often tell us how much it meant to be treated by doctors who truly listen. Whiplash often shows up as neck pain in the days after a crash.
Our Multi-Modality Treatment Approach
Most clinics offer one or two treatment options for auto accident injuries. At Palm Coast Acupuncture and Chiropractic, we offer a fully integrated approach that addresses every layer of your injury — structural, neurological, and soft tissue — under one roof.
Chiropractic Care With over a decade of experience, Dr. Bryan Schuerlein brings the same careful, individualized approach to auto accident injuries that he has used while working with veterans, professional athletes, and patients with complex conditions. He evaluates how the collision has affected your joints, muscles, nerves, and movement, then builds a treatment plan around your injuries and recovery goals.
Digital X-ray When clinically indicated after an auto accident, we can take digital X-rays right here in our office! The images are reviewed by trained radiologists, giving Dr. Bryan a clearer picture of potential injuries and helping guide appropriate care or referrals.
Spinal Decompression (DRX9000) For patients with disc herniations or spinal compression injuries from the accident, our FDA-cleared DRX9000 spinal decompression table provides targeted, non-surgical relief that is not available at any other clinic in Palm Coast.
Shockwave Therapy Acoustic shockwave therapy promotes rapid healing of soft tissue injuries, reduces chronic pain, and accelerates recovery from muscle and tendon damage caused by the accident.
Laser Therapy Our Class 4 laser delivers targeted light energy to injured muscles and soft tissues. We may include it in an auto injury treatment plan to help manage pain and support recovery. Treatment is noninvasive and typically requires no downtime.
Referring Attorneys & Legal Professionals
We understand that personal injury cases require thorough, timely, and well-documented medical care. At Palm Coast Acupuncture and Chiropractic, we provide:
- Comprehensive initial evaluations and accurate injury documentation
- Medical imaging performed in house (digital x-ray, with professional 3rd party read) or through our preferred medical imaging partnerships (MRI, CT, NCV, EMG, Ultrasound)
- Outcome assessment tools (OATs) performed every re-evaluation
- Consistent, high-quality treatment that supports your client’s recovery and case
- Detailed medical records and reports available upon request
- Direct communication and coordination with your office
- Case summary with MMI rating using “Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment 6th Edition by AMA” Available upon request
- Lien-based treatment accepted on a case-by-case basis
If you are a personal injury attorney in the Flagler or Volusia County area looking for a reliable, multi-disciplinary clinic to refer your clients to, we welcome the opportunity to partner with you. Contact us directly at (386) 225-6134.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
We know that after an accident, the last thing you need is more stress. Here’s how we make the process as easy as possible:
Step 1 — Call or Book Online Contact us as soon as possible after your accident. Same-day and next-day appointments are often available. The sooner you’re seen, the better protected your health and your claim.
Step 2 — Comprehensive Evaluation Dr. Bryan Schuerlein will conduct a thorough examination, review your accident details, and identify all injuries — including those that may not yet be symptomatic. X-rays may be recommended.
Step 3 — Personalized Treatment Plan We build a customized recovery plan using the combination of therapies best suited to your specific injuries. In many cases, treatment begins on the same day as your evaluation.
Step 4 — We Handle the Insurance Our team works directly with your PIP insurance carrier and, if applicable, coordinates with your personal injury attorney so you can focus entirely on getting better.
Don’t Wait — Your 14-Day Window Is Ticking
Florida’s PIP law gives you 14 days from the date of your accident to seek treatment and protect your benefits. Every day you wait is a day closer to losing coverage you’ve already paid for.
Call us now at (386) 225-6134 or book online below. Same-day appointments are available.