J. Shawn Leatherman, DC, CCST, CCSP - Back and Neck Injury - Back and Neck Injury/Chronic Pain - Health/Fitness

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Expert Profile: J. Shawn Leatherman, DC, CCST, CCSP

Expertise: I can answer questions on general chiropractic care, sports injury, whiplash and auto crash, mild traumatic brain injury, structural and functional rehabilitation of the spine, nutrition for inflammation and repair, fitness training, and other general health and nutrition related inquiries. I currently lecture on automobile trauma, occupant kinematics, and forensic risk analysis to local EMS, Fire and Police, as well as nutrition and sports injury to community groups. Rest assured all answers are generated from my clinical experience, and scientific research.

Experience in the area
I have accumulated over 1000 hours of post-doctoral training including; Certifications in Spinal Trauma/Mild Traumatic Brain Injury from the Spine Research Institute of San Diego and the International Chiropractic Association, Certification in Low Speed Auto Crash Reconstruction and Certification in Forensic Risk Analysis from The Center for Research Into Automotive Safety and Health, Certified Proficiency in spinal and extremity diagnostic proceedures from The Motion Palpation Institute, Certified in Sports Injury and Rehabilitation from the National University of Health Sciences and The American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians, Nationally Certified Fellow of Structural Rehabilitation from The Chiropractic Biophysics Organization, and I have advanced training in manipulation under anesthesia and nutrition. I treat accident victims in my clinic on a daily basis, and constantly stay abreast of the current research. Please visit my website for more information: www.suncoasthealthcare.net

Organizations
International Chiropractic Association, Florida Chiropractic Association, American Academy of Pain Management, Chiropractic Biophysics, Spine Research Institute of San Diego, Center for Research Into Automotive Safety and Health, Motion Palpation Organization, American Academy of Manual and Physical Medicine, Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce, The Better Business Bureau Of Northwest Florida

Education/Credentials
B.A. (Psychology) from The University of Cincinnati, B.S. (Human Biology)& D.C. (Doctor of Chiropractic) from Cleveland Chiropractic College, C.C.S.T. (Certification in Chiropractic Spinal Trauma) from The International Chiropractic Association, C.C.S.P. (Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician) from The American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians.

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What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field? Continuing education is very important to me personally, and for the advancement of knowledge in relation to patient care. I wish to further my skills as a physician with ongoing pursuits of a Ph.D, N.D., or M.D.

Something controversial or provocative about this subject Don't let your insurance company dictate your care options. If you are in pain after a crash, no matter how small, get to a chiropractic physican or a medical doctor for a functional orthopedic examination. You would be suprised at some of the injuries I have found on patients with minimal damage to their vehicles. Your health is what is important!

Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 4720
Knowledge	9.91 Best of the best
Clarity of Response	9.85 Best of the best
Timeliness	9.88 Best of the best
Politeness	10.0 Best of the best
Number Of Questions (in Past 24 Hours)		0
Max Questions to be Asked (in 24 Hour period)		1
Total Questions (since joining AllExperts)		345

Recent Reviews from Users

Knowl	Clarity	Time	Politeness	Date
10	10	10	10	08/26/08
10	10	10	10	08/14/08
10	10	10	10	08/14/08
10	10	10	10	08/11/08
10	10	10	10	08/08/08

User Comments

Thank you so much for your advice. I will try a chiropractor again. Tammy
(Tammy on 08/26/08)

Thanks very much. At least now I know what else to discuss with my Neurosurgeon. And I planned on seeing a chiropractor but I want to make sure their
(Tara on 08/14/08)

Thankyou for taking the time to answer my question. I now have a better understanding. I will take your advice and get the help of a chiropractor and
(Donna on 08/14/08)

Thank you for your response, it definitely helped me feel at ease.
(Julie B. on 08/11/08)

Thank you for the quick and clear response. It is most helpful in undertanding the condition.
(Lynn on 08/08/08)

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Recent Answers from J. Shawn Leatherman, DC, CCST, CCSP

2008-08-21 Chronic back pain, thoracic region: Dear Bryan, First of all, I understand your frustrations. We have many military personnel as patients and not only do they get the run around by the medical staff on base, I do as well if I want to...

2008-08-20 Neck injury: Dear Neicy, Passive range of motion (PROM) is the distance a joint can move which is farther than the active range of motion (AROM). For instance, if you move your head all the way to the right, I...

2008-08-15 Neural foraminal encroachment: Dear Virginia, Neuroforaminal encroachment is when the neuroforamen has been partially blocked or has a reduced size due to either bulging disk material, tumor processes, or degeneration (bone spurring...

2008-08-14 neck injury while boating.: Dear Tara, Often neck injuries (fractures) have additional damage to the ligamentous and cartilaginous structures of the neck. These structures can easily generate what is called referred pain patterns...

2008-08-13 lower back pain: Dear Donna, First, print this out as it will be lengthy. Second, some of the information is technical and may require a few reads to take it all in, or a reference to spinal anatomy. You can find...