Ep15: From Conservative Care to Surgery: Tailored Treatments for Neck and Back Pain

Pain is subjective and can be difficult to prove in court, so objective evidence such as physical findings, diagnostic testing, and EMG reports are necessary to build a case. Dr. Wayne Fleischhacker is an accomplished anesthesiologist and pain management specialist with over 29 years of experience. He currently serves as the Director at Union Spine and Pain Management, where he specializes in innovative laser and endoscopic spine surgery. Dr. Fleischhacker holds multiple diplomas, certifications, and licenses, including the American Board of Anesthesiology and the American Academy of Pain Management. He is an active member of prestigious organizations such as the American Society of Anesthesiologists and the International Spine Intervention Society. With his extensive expertise and commitment to excellence, Dr. Fleischhacker continues to make a significant impact in the field of pain management. In this episode of Victim to Victory: The Personal Injury Playbook, Lawrence LeBrocq and Dr. Wayne Fleischhacker discussed the collaboration between doctors in the field of personal injury and pain management. He works with a network of neurologists, neurosurgeons, orthopedists, and attorneys to ensure the patient receives the best care possible. Minimally invasive procedures allow patients to go home the same day and take it easy for a week or two, while traditional fusion surgery requires a large incision, screws and rods, and a recovery time of up to a year. Dr. Fleischhacker is an expert in writing reports and testifying on behalf of personal injury patients, and treatment options discussed include oral steroids, chiropractic, physical therapy, acupuncture, and interventional pain management.  Dr. Fleischhacker emphasized the importance of early evaluation by a physician for patients with personal injuries and pain management needs.  Here’s what to expect on this week’s episode:How minimally invasive procedures offer shorter recovery times compared to traditional fusion surgery.Why early evaluation by a physician is essential, and pre-authorization is necessary for insurance companies to cover treatments.Patients should be educated on procedures and risks before consenting to treatment, and surgery should be considered only after other treatments have failed.Treatment for car accident patients often begins with conservative care, and preexisting degenerative spine conditions can increase susceptibility to injury. If you or someone you know is recovering from a personal injury, listen to this episode of Victim to Victory to learn more about the importance of personalized care during recovery. Guest Resources:https://unionspinepain.com/ GGL Resources:https://www.garcesgrabler.comhttps://www.facebook.com/GarcesGrablerLebrocq/https://twitter.com/ggl_njlawhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1Y-uofxcHnnLPDVHzRGWgw  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesConnect & Learn More🌐 Garces, Grabler & LeBrocq https://ggllawyers.com/contact-us/📍 Serving injured workers across all of New JerseyVictim to Victory is the authority in NJ personal injury. New episode every week.