Dr. Gary Robertson DC
"I have been helping patients with Back Pain and Accident Injuries for more than 20 years - I know that we can help you."   

"I was seriously injured in a car accident and thanks to the doctors at the Miami Back Institute, was able to recover from my injuries and get back to my normal activities. My attorney told me that due to the treatment and reports from the Miami Back Institute, he was able to recover the maximum benefits for me in my legal settlement."
J.B Miami

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Avoid a Car Accident

Check Twice - Learn to look a second time left and right before pulling away from a stop sign.  In many instances, it is that second look to the right that will reveal a car that was either in the blind spot between the windshield and the passenger-side window or has just come around that dangerous curve. That second look can save you from a car accident.

Clear the Rear – When backing out of a parking space it is very important to check to the left and right and to the rear to make sure the car behind you has seen your car. Be aware of pedestrians walking behind your car, especially kids that have raced ahead of their parents and might not be easily seen over the rear of your car.

Take a Moment – Wait a second or two after the light turns green before moving into the intersection. There will often be a car who tries to race thru on the end of the yellow light and the light turns red as their car is entering the intersection.  If you are chomping at the bit to get going as soon as you get the green light, you could easily find yourself in a bad car accident.

Look Both Ways – When you are at an intersection waiting to turn right, the instinct is to watch for cars coming from the left and then to just begin your right turn without a final check in that direction. Unfortunately, many car accidents occur because something has changed to the right; like a pedestrian moving into the crosswalk or a car from the right making a U-turn into your lane.

Check Your Blind Spot – When changing lanes, make sure that you clear your blind spot to avoid a car that you may not have seen.

Trucks don't see your Car - Many car accidents are caused because truck drivers cannot see the cars around them.  Be careful when driving your car aroung trucks

Neighborhood Watch – When you drive through residential neighborhoods where cars are parked on the streets…SLOW DOWN! Kids and pets are not thinking about you or your car when they chase their toy or each other into the street. With no warning at all they can burst from between parked cars into the street in front of you. Unfortunately even going slow doesn’t guarantee that there won’t be an accident. Slow your car down and watch carefully when driving thru neighborhoods.

Whiplash and Whiplash Accident Injuries

Accident Injuries - You may have Whiplash!
Treating Accident Injuries requires an experienced team for the proper management of the clinical and legal requirements. 

The Miami Back Institute doctors are experienced in treating back pain and car accident injuries.  You can trust our team of experienced accident injury professionals to provide you with the best possible treatment.

Call the Miami Back Institute to schedule a Free Consultation for your Car Accident and Whiplash Injuries.

We can Help
Call 305-461-4848

Selecting the correct accident injury specialist to treat your accident injuries is extremely important.  Choose one of the Miami Back Institute Accident Injury Doctors.
 
MIAMI, CORAL GABLES, WEST MIAMI, MIAMI LAKES

Spinal Decompression  - Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How does Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy work?
A: Spinal Decompression Therapy works by applying a light, gentle traction to the spine. This  helps stretch the underlying soft tissues and results in improved spinal health and the reduction or elimination of back pain in many of the patients treated. 

Q: If I use Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy, when will my back pain improve?
A: Many patients start feeling improvement in their back pain after a week or two of treatment.

Q: Are there any side effects to the treatments?
A: Spinal Decompression Therapy generally does not have any side effects, however, occasionally, patients experience brief muscle soreness. 

Q: Are there any drugs used in this treatment?
A: Drug therapy is not part of Spinal Decompression Therapy, however, some clinicians use anti-inflammatory medications and muscle relaxants to help control acute back pain prior to or in conjusncion with decompression therapy.

Q: How long does it take to complete the treatment?
A: Each treatment lasts approximately 30 minutes and a course of therapy will typically require 4-6weeks of care. 

Q: How successful is Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy in reducing back pain?
A: Results vary depending on a patient's medical history, age, and the cause of the back pain or sciatica.

Q: Does Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy involve surgery or injections to relieve my back pain?
A: No. Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression is a non-invasive therapy involving gentle traction of the spine. 

Q: How can I get more information or get started?
A: Simply call our office at (305) 461-484 and make an appointment.  Your initial consultation is free and we will determing if Spinal Decompression Therapy is appropriate for your condition and we can help you.    




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The Miami Back Institute
Accident and Injury Specialists

Accident and injury treatment locations in Miami-Dade County include, Miami, Coral Gables, West Miami and Miami Lakes. 

The Miami Back Institute provides treatment for people who have been injured in all types of  personal injury accidents, auto accidents, car accidents, slip and fall accidents.

If you are suffering from a whiplash injury, neck injury, back injury, headaches or other symptoms as a result of a personal injury accident, call the Miami Back Institute to schedule a consultation with one of our accident injury doctors.

     

The Miami Back Institute - Accident Injury and Back Pain Specialists

Accident Injuries? We can Help!
If you have been injured as a result of a Personal Injury Accident, Auto Accident, Car Crash, Slip or Fall, we can help. Call the Miami Back Institute now for answers to your Accident Injury questions and to schedule you for a free consultation with one of our doctors.

With over 20 years experience treating Accident Injuries, the Miami Back Institute doctors know how to treat your Accident Injury.  They will design a personalized treatment program to help you recover from your injuries.

$10,000 compensation for Accident Injuries
Under Florida Law, you are entitled to receive up to $10,000 in compensation even if you are at fault in an accident. We will help you get that money by processing the necessary paperwork and helping you with the complicated insurance issues.  Our accident injury doctors can help you feel better.  Don't wait - call us now.

The Miami Back Institute - Back Pain & Accident Injury Specialists
    *  Auto Accident Injury  
    *  Slip & Fall Injuries 
    *  Car Accident Injuries
    *  Whiplash Injuries
    *  Neck Pain
    *  Back Pain 

Free Consultation
Schedule an appointment to see one of our back pain and accident injury doctors today.  The Miami Back Institute accident injury specialists are available 24/7 to take your calls. Our Accident Injury Doctors are standing by to answer your questions.  We have helped many back pain and accident injury patients over the past 20 years - Let us help you.

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Whiplash Accident Injuries
Pain in the neck, shoulders, or head that occurs after a Personal Injury Accident (Car Accident, Auto Accident, Slip and Fall Accident, etc.) is often called Whiplash.

Patients usually recover from whiplash accident injuries within a few months, however, Whiplash injuries are a serious problem and 30% of whiplash injury patients still have problems one year after the accident.

About Whiplash Accident Injuries
Whiplash Injuries are caused by the damage that occurs when the head is 'whipped' suddenly in one direction and then back in the other direction. The most common cause of whiplash injuries is a rear-end car accident.

Whiplash Injury Pain
Whiplash injury pain can occur immediately following a car accident or other personal injury accident.  It is common, however, to see a delay in the onset of a whiplash patient's symptoms, sometimes for days or weeks following the personal injury accident.

In whiplash injuries, Back and Neck Pain from damage to ligaments, discs, and joints can occur even in low speed car accidents and crashes.

Other symptoms of Whiplash Accident Injuries
In addition to neck and back pain, many whiplash patients have symptoms such as headaches, pain in the shoulders, in one or both arms, fatigue, dizziness, blurred vision, ringing in the ears, poor concentration or loss of memory, change in emotions, and sleep disturbance.

Call the Miami Back Institute to schedule a Free Consultation for your Car Accident and Whiplash Injuries.

Recovering from Whiplash Injuries
Most people who suffer neck pain after a whiplash injury will recover by six months, however, about 18% of whiplash injury patients continue to have significant pain two years after the accident. 

Lawsuits and the outcome of whiplash injury treatment
Studies have shown that personal injury litigation does not adversely effect treatment outcome. A 1983 study looked at 61 patients who were treated for whiplash injuries, 41 of whom had personal injury lawsuits. They found no change in symptoms after claims were settled. Ten years later, long after litigation had settled, only 12% had completely recovered, and 48% had pain which interfered with normal daily life.

A 1993 study evaluated patients they had seen previously for legal opinions, not for treatment, 8 years after the initial consultation. They concluded that lawsuits did not influence the timing or degree of recovery.

Can you avoid Back Surgery?  Spinal Decompression Therapy is considered to be a promising non-surgical treatment for disc problems and in some cases can help you avoid back surgery.  Many conditions have been sucessfully treated with Spinal Decompression Therapy including,  Herniated and Bulging Discs, Degenerative Disc Disease, Sciatica, Facet Syndrome, Failed Back Syndrome, Chronic Back Pain and Chronic Neck Pain.

Spinal Decompression Therapy is non-invasive, and does not require medication or injections.  The treatment is comfortable and relaxing and the course of therapy includes approximately 20 treatment sessions over 4-6 weeks. The procedure is performed with a unique computerized traction device under the direction of a clinician, specializing in back pain care. Treatment sessions are brief, lasting approximately 20-30 minutes.

How Does it Work?
Spinal Decompression Therapy distracts the vertebrae surrounding an injured disc through a gentle traction of the spine.  This reduces the pressure on the discs and joints and relieves the associated back and neck pain.

Why should you consider Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy?
Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy is convenient and treatment sessions last only 25 to 30 minutes. And because the procedure is non-invasive, most Spinal Decompression Therapy back pain patients can carry-on with normal daily activities. 

What are some common causes of low-back pain?
Herniated Discs: Herniated or Bulging Discs are a common cause of severe back pain and sciatica. Activity, stress, or a phyiscal problem in the spine from a car accident or slip and fall, may cause one of the discs to be injured and bulge or herniate.  

Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis or Degenerative Disc Disease is a major cause of chronic low back pain and may cause the vertebra to press on the spinal nerves, causing pain and sometimes numbness down the arms or legs.

Sciatica: Sciatica refers to a pain felt along the length of the sciatic nerve. The pain is usually felt in the buttock where it radiates down the back of the leg. Sciatica is often caused by herniated Lumbar Discs that are compressing on the Sciatic nerve.

Acute Back Pain. Acute low back pain generally refers to pain lasting less than 3-6 months.  A few cases may resolve without medical attention, although many reoccur and are best managed conservatively with Chiropractic and Physical Therapy..

Chronic Back Pain. Chronic low back pain is pain that persists beyond 3-6 months and may respond well to Spinal Decompression Therapy. 
 
How can I relieve my lower back pain?
There are a number of options available to relieve lower back pain. Some options involve surgery, painful injections, and heavy drug therapy while other utilize conservative approaches that incorporate Chiropractic and Physical Therapy.

Now there is a new option - Spinal Decompression Therapy.  This innovative approach to relieve lower back pain is non-surgical, non-invasive and typically does not involve pain medications. The treatment is not only safe and painless, but also comfortable and relaxing. Spinal Decompression therapy has been effective in relieving back pain when other conservative methods have failed.