Seattle Car Accident Injury Chiropractic Care
Welcome to Flourish Chiropractic Spa, your trusted destination for car accident injury chiropractic care in Seattle, WA. Our skilled practitioners will work with you to create a treatment plan that targets your unique needs and alleviates the pain and discomfort caused by your auto accident injuries.
Our Seattle Car Accident Injury Chiropractors
Dr. Ally Quintos
Dathan Heartson, LMT
Wes Patterson
Kim Major
Dr. Kelly Perona
Dr. Brenna Gray, DC
Dr. Brenna Gray is a Chiropractor who graduated from Palmer in Davenport. Before moving to Seattle, they ran a family & injury clinic in Champaign, IL. They practice Palmer package style with diversified, extremity adjusting, activator, Thompson, toggle upper cervical as well as SOT and Talsky Tonal for a more gentle experience.
Dr. Brenna has worked with families and all bodies & has a special interest in working with those who have hypermobility and those who have long-lasting concussion symptoms.
When they are not practicing their passion of chiropractic, they are spending time with their wife and cats or diving into a great book.
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Dr. Ally Quintos
Dr. Ally is one of those rare extraverted Seattleites. She loves to help others move better and feel better while holding a compassionate, motivating space. As with other providers at Flourish, Dr. Ally believes that any progress in health, no matter how small, is a step forward and should be celebrated. Some days that will be earning a PR at the gym. Other days that will be simply showing up for your appointment. Your best will change from day to day, and it is enough.
Dr. Ally uses chiropractic adjusting, muscle scraping (gua sha), pin and stretch, and therapeutic exercises, while also addressing behavioral modifications, nutrition, and lifestyle factors all for optimal wellness. She is primarily a diversified manual adjuster, and also implements Thompson Drops and instrument-assisted adjustments. Some of her patients prefer instrument-only and that is welcomed by her.
She takes a movement and biomechanics based approach to chiropractic to promote function and wellbeing. As an avid runner, Dr. Ally loves helping people with hip, knee and shoulder injuries. She is amazed at how many people who hike or run have neck and shoulders tension! Aside from sports injuries or helping people continue doing what they love, she also has experience in pediatrics and prenatal, and really enjoys working with children, from 1 month to 17 years old. She loves supporting those who are expecting throughout their pregnancy, whether it be back pain, hip pain or overall wellness.
Dr. Ally returned to Seattle in 2020 to practice and joined Flourish in 2022. When Dr. Ally is outside of the office, she enjoys running, spending time with her family, and playing with her pup, Franklin.
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Dathan Heartson, LMT
Welcome our newest massage therapist, Dathan! He will start seeing patients on Wednesday, August 5th.
With 10 years of experience, Dathan provides Deep Tissue, Trigger Point Therapy, Swedish, Neuromuscular, Sports Massage, and Prenatal Massage. He particularly specializes in injury treatment and has a holistic, flowing approach with the intention of alleviating stress and anxiety, and regulating the nervous system. As a very physically active person himself, he has learned how to care for numerous conditions such as rotator cuff, neck, and hip issues.
Please give Dathan a warm welcome!
License no. MA60491411
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Wes Patterson
*Wes now offers Intraoral TMJ massage! If interested, please call to book.
Wes (he/they) is a trauma-informed, compassionate medical massage therapist who ensures a safe, healing environment. They are passionate about listening to and partnering with clients to craft a treatment that will be as effective and comfortable as possible. Whether it’s relaxation, working a few knots out of your neck, or seeking relief from back pain—they will work with you to plan a session to meet your goals.
Wes has practiced massage in both spa and clinic environments. He has a Washington State endorsement for Intraoral massage. His specialty is Relaxation/Swedish massage, but he enjoys integrating other modalities such as Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, deep tissue, Muscle Energy Technique, and CBD or aromatherapy treatments. During a session, Wes does their best to listen to your tissue as well as any feedback you (or your body) provide to ensure your comfort and that the work together is as effective as possible. After a session, Wes will check in about any questions/concerns you may have and will offer simple tips to improve your self-care and make your next session an even more effective experience.
Wes looks forward to the opportunity to join you on your quest towards healing, self-care, and improved quality of life.
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Kim Major
Kim is a healthcare professional at UW Medical Center and is inspired by the dedication and amount of care her peers in the medical field are giving to the community. While Kim loves her job at the hospital, she is more passionate about massage. She possesses qualities that make up an excellent Massage Therapist such as hard working, intuitive, driven, result oriented, empathetic and a calm demeanor.
Kim focuses on pain management, therapeutic or outcome based or integrated massage. Her skills include Relaxing Massages such as General Swedish, Structure Specific (Deep Tissue), Cupping and Hot stone massage. She also offers Medical/Treatment massage such as Myofascial Release, Lymphatic Facilitation, & Deep Transverse Friction. She works as a team with her patients and offers wellness tips or homework to help them heal faster and improve their lives.
Lastly, Kim advocates self-care, self-awareness, and self-love. Walk with them in their journey towards self-care is something she is passionate about. She provides a safe place for her patients to heal and relax.
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Dr. Kelly Perona
Dr. Kelly focuses on intentional healing and pain relief using hot stones, adjustments, focused massage, and stretches to encourage movement in the body, as well as preventive/self-care, posture and general wellbeing.
She is Webster-certified and has studied in the most painless, effective treatment methods available which involve traditional hands-on adjustments or instrument.
From Dr. Kelly: I love connecting with people and holding a supportive space for their needs. I started school to become a dentist with the intent to have a career in helping people. Three years into my schooling, I changed my profession to chiropractic after a car accident so I could focus on treating muscle and joint problems naturally. I love witnessing the exponential improvement chiropractic and massage can bring to whiplash or strains from MVAs, bike accidents, or other collisions. And doing so in a compassionate, validating space.
I have helped musicians, people who bind or brave MTF or FTM surgeries, runners, yoga enthusiasts, people in the restaurant industry, hairstylists, and those with the ever-elusive desk jobs. My mission is to help people live life to their fullest potential. Sometimes that is being able to work throughout the day without pain. Sometimes that is getting out of bed and brushing your teeth. There is no judgement and I am humbled and appreciative to have someone trust me to help them in their goals.
I am familiar with a large variety of body movements and mechanics and have plenty of experience with my own injuries. I also understand that healing from an injury can be difficult because you don’t want to take time off from activity. I don’t want people to settle for merely being out of pain for typical daily activities. Healing properly, to me, means being able to get back into your personal level of activity without discomfort. I’d love to help.
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Understanding Car Accident Injuries
Your car’s safety features protect you from serious injuries during an auto accident. However, those same features can contribute to soft tissue damage.
For example, your seat belt keeps you in your seat and prevents more serious injuries caused by being thrown around or out of the car. However, the force of the impact combined with the restraint of a seatbelt can cause injuries — even when you wear the seatbelt correctly.
During an accident, there’s a sudden and violent change of motion. The seatbelt’s restraining mechanism activates, holding your torso in the seat while your arms, neck, and head move in a different direction. This difference can injure your neck, back, and joints.
The stress of the accident and your body’s fight or flight response can blunt the pain of your injuries during the immediate aftermath. It’s only in the hours and sometimes days after the accident the pain appears, and you realize what’s happened.
Benefits of Chiropractic for an Auto Injury
What starts as a minor auto injury can grow into long-term problems if you don’t seek treatment right away. Chronic pain can hinder your recovery, weaken your muscles, and have a negative impact on your overall health. Seeking chiropractic care for your auto injury can improve how you feel and function:
Restore mobility and range of motion. Pain, aches, and stiffness can reduce your mobility and range of motion. Chiropractic care to treat your auto injury can strengthen your muscles and improve joint flexibility.
Drug-free pain relief. It’s common to experience pain in the days and weeks following a car accident. Over-the-counter pain medications will dull that pain but won’t address the root cause of it. Chiropractic care strengthens your spine, joints, and muscles, addressing the underlying issues and providing you with long-term, drug-free pain relief.
Reduce swelling and inflammation. Soft tissues swell and bruise in response to an auto injury. Though this is part of the healing process, chiropractic care improves your blood flow, allowing your body to heal more quickly and naturally.
Non-invasive, holistic solution. Surgery may be necessary, but it generally addresses a single issue. Chiropractic is a non-invasive and holistic solution that treats not only the cause of your pain and discomfort but also any related issues to improve your overall health and well-being.
Car Accident Injuries We Treat
Our skilled practitioners can relieve the pain and discomfort caused by your auto accident injuries, including:
- Neck pain
- Whiplash injury
- Herniated disc
- Soft tissue injury (muscles, fascia, tendons, ligaments)
- Subluxation (misaligned joint)
- Headaches
- Back pain
Prioritize Your Comfort
If you’re experiencing back pain, neck pain, whiplash injury, or any symptoms after your car accident, don’t wait to seek relief. Schedule an appointment today at Flourish Chiropractic Spa and get the help you need to restore your mobility, reduce your pain, and get you on the road to recovery.
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Our Approach to Auto Injury Chiropractic Care
At Flourish Chiropractic Spa, we adopt a holistic and personalized approach to auto accident and injury care. Our process includes:
Comprehensive Assessment: Conduct a thorough examination to determine the severity of your injuries and how they’re impacting your well-being.
Personalized Treatment Plan: Develop a customized plan that addresses your specific conditions and health goals.
Chiropractic Adjustments: Perform precise adjustments to relieve pain.
Therapeutic Exercises: Provide targeted exercises to strengthen your muscles and enhance flexibility.
Lifestyle Advice: Offer guidance on posture, ergonomics, and other lifestyle factors to support your recovery from your auto injury.
Ongoing Support: Ensure continuous care and follow-up to monitor your progress and adjust treatments as needed.
Complementing Therapies
In addition to chiropractic treatment for your auto injury, we offer a range of services to support your recovery and overall health:
- Medical massage. Our therapeutic medical massages address the root causes of your pain and discomfort to help treat your injury and manage chronic pain.
- Sciatica. Sciatica is caused by a herniated disc that presses on the sciatic nerve. Our chiropractic treatments for sciatica can help you find relief from the constant tingling and pain.
Get the Care You Need to Recover
Flourish Chiropractic Spa makes the first step toward managing your auto injury easy. We encourage you to schedule a consultation to discuss your needs and learn more about how our specialized chiropractic treatment and massage services can support your health and lifestyle. Our friendly team is here to guide you through the process, ensuring you receive the personalized care you deserve.
To book your appointment, call us or use our convenient online scheduling system. We look forward to helping you experience the benefits of chiropractic treatment and care for your auto injury.
FAQs – Seattle Car Accident and Injury Chiropractors
How soon after a car accident should I seek chiropractic care?
It’s best to start chiropractic care within 72 hours following an accident whenever possible.
Will getting chiropractic care for my auto injury interfere with other treatments, like physical therapy?
Absolutely not! Chiropractic care can work in tandem with your other medical treatments, such as physical therapy and other traditional medical treatments.
Will my insurance cover chiropractic care for auto injuries?
You may be able to use the personal injury insurance (PIP) from your car insurance or your health insurance to cover your chiropractic care.
Most Common Disorders We Treat
Pain Management
Chiropractic Care and Adjustments
Relieve pain and improve mobility with personalized chiropractic adjustments.
TMJ Chiropractic Care/Adjustments
Relieve jaw tension and improve comfort with targeted TMJ adjustments and massage therapy.
Sciatica
Ease sciatic nerve pain with targeted adjustments and therapy to relieve pressure and restore comfort.
Back Pain
Reduce back pain and enhance mobility with focused chiropractic adjustments and therapeutic care.
Chiropractic Webster Technique
This protocol helps maintain pelvic alignment and balance throughout pregnancy.
Injury Treatment & Rehabilitation
Accident Recovery
Reclaim your mobility and comfort after accidents with personalized rehabilitation plans.
Car Accident Injury
Specialized treatment plans focused on recovery and rehabilitation from auto accident injuries.
Post-Cesarean Chiropractic Rehabilitation
Personalized treatment plans to support postpartum c-section recovery.
Sports Injury
Restore strength and agility with tailored sports rehabilitation and chiropractic care.
Stress & Tension Relief
Massage Therapy
Relieve stress and tension with therapeutic massage techniques designed to relax the body and mind.
Cupping Therapy
Soothe your spine with targeted therapies designed to alleviate back and neck discomfort.
TMJ Massage
Relieve TMJ discomfort with specialized massage techniques to reduce jaw tension and pain.
Pregnancy Massage
Specialized massage therapy designed to provide comfort and relief during pregnancy.