What is a Differential Diagnosis and How Does That Help Determine What Caused My Pain?

All doctors will do what is known as a “differential diagnosis”.   The first part of that process is to take what is known as a “history of present illness”.   The doctor will ask when did this pain start and try to find out whether any occurrences that took place may be the cause of your … Read more

What Types of Tests May the Doctor Order?

Generally after you have sought follow-up care for auto accident injuries if your pain persists the normal medical protocols will call for you to have not just an x-ray but an MRI of the area that is hurt.  This is for areas such as your neck, back, knees, shoulders, wrists, ankles and even your hips.  … Read more

What Types of Doctors Can See Me After I’ve Been to the Emergency Room?

There are a number of different doctors that you can see after you’ve been to the emergency room.  You can see any physiatrist which is a physical therapy doctor, an orthopedic doctor, a general practitioner who works at a facility that accepts PIP, a neurologist – there are an infinite number of doctors who obtain … Read more