Natural Life Chiropractic
131 E. Speedway Blvd.
 Tucson, AZ
 85705-7759
Ph: (520)-740-1718
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Natural Life Chiropractic

Dr. Lisa Orwick, D.C.

A Holistic Physician Offering Individualized, Compassionate Care

 




 

 

Motor Vehicle Collisions

Dr. Orwick has earned certification in three advanced chiropractic programs.  She is one of 15 doctors that were awarded the Chiropractic Certification in Spinal Trauma in 2005.  This acclaimed certification program featured internationally recognized chiropractic spinal trauma expert Dr. Dan Murphy.  In 2006, Dr. Orwick completed the Advanced Certification of Competency Program at the 11th Annual Spine Research Institute of San Diego (SRISD) directed by Dr. Art Croft.  Dr. Croft (DC, MSc, MPH, FACO) is trauma epidemiology board certified in orthopedics and forensic medicine, a biomechanist, a chiropractor, and author of 3 books and over 300 professional papers.  Dr. Orwick also attended the CRASH 2006 Whiplash Conference and Live Crash Test Study to become certified in Motor Vehicle Forensic Risk Analysis.  See Certification details below.

Why choose Natural Life Chiropractic?

  1. We treat you as an individual with gentle compassion.
     

  2. We use  leading technology in the office (cold laser, physiotherapies, nutrition, individually designed chiropractic adjustments) and for use in the home (home traction units, microcurrent/TENS units) to help you to heal faster and have fewer residual effects.
     

  3. Dr. Orwick understands the mechanisms of injury and will explain what structural damage can be done to the spine in MVC’s.
     

  4. We educate our patients.  The more you understand about your injuries, the more you can actively participate in your recovery.

Educational Material

  • "Whiplash" Emmy-nominated Film by SRISD with clear visuals giving you a deeper understanding of your injuries and the long term implications.
     
  • "Man vs. Machine"  – DVD from the CRASH 2006 Whiplash Conference and Live Crash Test Study.  Human volunteer CRASH tests show 24 real collisions in real time and in slow motion. Subjects were monitored by accelerometers and filmed to show how a low speed impact can create up to 10 G’s of force to your neck (ligaments, discs, muscles, nerves, etc.) - and it all happens in half a second.
     
  • 10 Educational Posters – Most Injuries Don’t Show on X-ray, Statistics and Risk Factors, Facts About Whiplash Injuries, Anatomy of Whiplash Injuries, Symptoms in Whiplash Injuries, Prognosis of Whiplash Injuries, Mechanics of Whiplash Injuries and Why Chiropractic Treatment?
     
  • Whiplash - A Patient’s Guide to Recovery (SRISD) – The How’s and Why’s of Whiplash Injury, Why Symptoms are Sometimes Delayed, What to Expect from Chiropractic Treatment, Self Help including Activities of Daily Living, Exercise/Stretching, Nutrition and Preventing Future Injuries.

5.)   We are VERY thorough with our documentation to help you get compensation for your injuries.

  • We use the Gold Standard in Computerized Dual Inclinometers to record your progress at the initial visit, the middle of your treatment plan and at your release.
     
  • We measure Range of Motion, Muscle Strength and Pain Threshold to get a more accurate picture of the extent of your injuries.
     
  • We keep track of YOUR observations of your progress with periodic questionnaires regarding your abilities and experiences.

6.)    Natural Life Chiropractic works closely with several attorneys to provide evidence based, Colussus oriented, legible case files used by the attorneys to produce demand letters that maximize compensation.

A Word about Med-Pay vs. Third Party Cases
Med-Pay or Medical Payment is an option that you can carry on your own car insurance that will cover your medical expenses no matter who was at fault.  (Ask your insurance agent if you have this coverage, if not, you should consider it.  It doesn’t add very much to your insurance premium, and it can come in handy, especially with the increased numbers of uninsured motorists out there.)  Med-Pay is of course the easiest way to assure that your treatment is covered in a timely manner.  With Med-Pay, EVEN IF YOU WERE NOT AT FAULT, you can use your insurance to cover your treatment.
Cases in which another party is at fault are called Third Party.  These cases may require the assistance of an attorney.  The cases that are resolved the fastest with the least amount of legal hassle are cases in which the other party was clearly at fault and there is clear documentation supporting that fact.  For example, the police were summoned, a police report has been filed and the other party was issued a ticket.  We have made it a point to network with Attorneys that are easy to work with and have the best interest of the patient in mind at all times.
Note:  We will accept a lien under certain circumstances.

Certification


Chiropractic Certification in Spinal Trauma 2005
By Dan Murphy, DC, DABCO

Dr. Orwick is one of 15 doctors that were awarded the Chiropractic Certification in Spinal Trauma in 2005.  This highly acclaimed certification program featured internationally recognized chiropractic spinal trauma expert Dr. Dan Murphy.   Dr. Murphy, a nationally recognized speaker, is highly respected for his ability to bring complex anatomical and physiological factors into perspective with clinical research as a resource for practical decisions in case management.  The ten module certification program (120 CEU’s) is known for its groundbreaking research updates and practical clinical applications.  The 2005 program was held in Dallas, Texas.  The following is a brief description of the seminars:

  • Trauma Neurology and Chiropractic (January 15-16, 2005) with Dan Murphy, D.C.
  • Principles of Soft Tissue Injury & Repair (February 26-27, 2005) with Dan Murphy, D.C.
  • Understanding Mechanisms of Vehicular Accident Injury (March 12-13, 2005) with Charles Davis, D.C.
  • Accident Imaging:  X-Ray, MRI, CT, VF and Analysis (April 16-17, 2005) with James Carter, B.S., D.C., D.A.C., B.R.
  • General Clinical Trauma Management (May 14-15, 2005) with Dan Murphy, D.C.
  • Record Keeping, Patient Examinations and Documentation (June 11-12, 2005) with John Maltby, D.C.
  • Diagnosis, Treatment, Rehabilitation: Practical Clinical Case Management Part 1 (July 30, 2005) with Dan Murphy D.C.
  • Diagnosis, Treatment, Rehabilitation: Practical Clinical Case Management Part 2 (August 27-28, 2005) with Dan Murphy, D.C.
  • Chiropractic Jurisprudence (September 24-25, 2005) with Charles Davis, D.C. and Travis Black, Attorney
  • Integrative Weekend (October 29-30, 2005) with Dan Murphy, D.C.

Whiplash and Brain Traumatology Certification Program 2006
By Arthur C. Croft, DC, MSc, MPH, FACO

Dr. Orwick completed the Spine Research Institute of San Diego’s (SRISD) 50 hour Whiplash and Brain Traumatology Certification Program in 2006.  The first and only multi-module training program devoted to the subjects of whiplash and brain injury traumatology. Dr. Arthur C. Croft, the director of the Spine Research Institute, is one of the world’s leading scientists in this field and has devoted over 22 years to research and teaching.  Widely considered a leading authority in the field, Dr. Croft, DC, MSc, MPH, FACO, has published over 300 professional papers and co-authored “Whiplash Injuries: the Cervical Acceleration/Deceleration Syndrome” and was the first chiropractic physician to conduct full scale human volunteer crash testing.  The four modules of the certification program are:

  • Module 1:  Advanced Topics; The Fundamental Science. In depth review of our current state of knowledge of the whiplash phenomenon, including all factors affecting injury risk and outcome. In-depth biomechanics, traumatology, epidemiology, review of outcome studies, and common sequelae of whiplash, including brain injuries, pain syndromes, thoracic outlet syndrome, carpal tunnel syndrome, and chronic pain disorders. Risk Analysis I.
     
  • Module 2:  Advanced Diagnostics, Treatment and Auto Crash Reconstruction; Management Principles in Personal Injury.  Critical history taking and physical examination skills. Radiographic and advanced imaging, including CT, MRI, scintigraphy, PET, SPECT and others. Electrodiagnostic testing and their applications in whiplash. Therapuetic approaches to successful management of whiplash and mild traumatic brain injuries. Risk Analysis II.
     
  • Module 3: Narrative Report Writing and Practice Development; Principles of impairment Rating and Forensic Documentation and Colossus:  Comprehensive and compelling narrative report construction. Learn how to avoid pitfalls and use the latest cutting edge techniques and rebuttal strategies.  How Insurance Companies Really Handle Claims, presented by guest speaker Aaron De Shaw D.C., J.D. author: “What Every Physician Needs to Know about Colossus” and “What Every Lawyer Needs to Know about Colossus”.
     
  • Module 4 – Medicolegal Issues; Fundamentals for Practitioners and Forensic Experts: Foundations for successful outcome in medicolegal cases. Preparing for depositions, arbitration, and court. Use of demonstrative evidence.  Learn to avoid pitfalls, take advantage of your opponent’s weaknesses, and gain total confidence in all medicolegal proceedings.

 
Advanced Certificaton of Competency Program 2006
11th Annual SRISD Scientific  Conference and Human Subject Crash Test Study
By Arthur C. Croft, DC, MSc, MPH, FACO
 
Dr. Orwick also completed the Advanced Certification of Competency Program, which included presentations on the following topics:

  • The 11th annual SRISD Scientific Conference  - a review of 2006’s pertinent  MVC literature with Dr. Art Croft, DC, MSc, MPH, FACO

  • Overview of proposed neck injury criteria by John De Rosia MS, PE.  A biomechanist who is currently getting a PHD in Biomedical Engineering.

  • The Walking Wounded – Landmines to watch out for by Joseph Ramas, MD, Senior Clinical Instructor Dept. of Surgery, University of Colorado Health Science Center.

  • Whiplash – How to Challenge the Literature by James P. Zurawski, J.D. (20+ yrs. PI trial lawyer).

  • Pedestrian Impact Analysis – Jerry Eubanks author of “Pedestrian Accident Reconstruction and Litigation”.

  • Myofacial Pain – Joseph Slattery III President Medical Staff in Palm Bay Community Hospital

  • New Methods in Forensic Crash Analysis – Dr. Arthur C. Croft D.C., M.Sc.,M.P.H, FACO biomechanist, trauma epidemiology board certified in orthopedics and forensic medicine, chiropractor, author of 3 Whiplash Books

  • Possible Pitfalls in your Case – Alex Gilman, J.D. (30 yrs. PI trial attorney).

    Dr. Orwick  attended the CRASH 2006 Whiplash Conference and Live Crash Test Study to become certified in Motor Vehicle Forensic Risk Analysis.  The conference was conducted at the Spinal Research Institute of San Diego, an exclusive facility where  actual tests and observation of Human Subject Crash Testing is conducted with head mounted accelerometer data analysis. Observation includes 12-15 crashes at 5 mph in real time and slow motion showing measurable impacts of 7-10 G’s of force on the subject’s neck with no discernible damage to the vehicle.
 

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Natural Life Chiropractic
Dr. Lisa Orwick
131 E. Speedway Blvd. Tucson, 
AZ 85705-7759
Phone: (520)-740-1718
Fax (520) 740-1776
Email: info@naturallifechiropractic.com

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