How is progress monitored during treatment?

Progress is monitored through regular assessments at each visit. If no progress is observed after 2–3 visits, we re‑evaluate and adjust the treatment plan.

What is the initial treatment schedule?

It includes a comprehensive assessment and weekly visits based on your history and exam findings. Care may be extended to reach maximum medical improvement.

What happens if the initial treatment doesn't work?

We perform a detailed re‑evaluation, modify the treatment, and may refer to specialists or recommend diagnostic tests.

What treatment methods are included?

Treatment may include myofascial release, trigger point massage, stretching, mobilization, chiropractic adjustments, and self‑management education.

What is the QAPE approach?

The QAPE approach includes: Question, Assessment, Plan, Execute with regular progress checks and adjustments.

When should I seek immediate medical care for whiplash?

Seek emergency care if you experience severe neck pain, loss of limb movement, severe headaches, worsening numbness, or difficulty breathing or swallowing.

Which location should I visit for whiplash treatment?

We have two convenient locations. Call Bridgeton (314‑298‑1400) or Clayton (314‑721‑5390). Both provide the same expert whiplash treatment.

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New year 2017

by drbo@smartpainsolutions.com | Jan 3, 2017 | All, Blog Posts, General

The New Year typically brings “resolutions.” Eat healthier. Exercise more. Spend less. Most resolutions relate to living a healthier lifestyle. So how are you going to get back to the gym if you can barely get out of bed without pain? The key to getting...

Case of the Month: December 2016

by drbo@smartpainsolutions.com | Dec 12, 2016 | All, Blog Posts, Case Of The Month, Headaches

A middle-aged female patient had been suffering with migraine headaches for 20+ years. She had tried preventative medication, pain relief meds, botox, nerve blocks among other procedures to ease pain. After having persistent headaches, about 25 days out of the month,...

2016 Year in Review

by drbo@smartpainsolutions.com | Dec 4, 2016 | All, Blog Posts, General

2016 Year in Review: It has been an exciting year for us at Smart Pain Solutions. We’ve had a new addition to our massage staff and some record-breaking months!New Addition: In August we hired Alice. Alice is a massage therapist by day, registered nurse by night!...

Case of the Month: September 2016

by drbo@smartpainsolutions.com | Sep 1, 2016 | All, Blog Posts, Case Of The Month, Low Back Pain, Pregnancy

Low back Pain with pregnancy A 23 year-old woman presented to our office, 13 weeks pregnant, complaining of low back pain that began 1 week prior with no mechanism of injury. Low back pain was reported as “every day” and ranged from 2-9 out of 10 on a pain...

Case of the Month: August 2016

by drbo@smartpainsolutions.com | Aug 1, 2016 | All, Blog Posts, Neck Pain

Persistent Hand Numbness & Tingling (Case Study) Background:50 year old Caucasian female presented to our office with left hand “numbness and tingling” that began about 4 months prior with no mechanism of injury. The patient was diagnosed with a “pinched nerve” in...

Self Management of Low Back Pain – Part II

by drbo@smartpainsolutions.com | Jul 8, 2016 | All, Blog Posts, Low Back Pain

Thank you for reading the preceding article. I hope all of your questions were answered concerning your low back pain. In this section I will teach you the following: Proper sleeping positions Sparing strategies to use during every day activities 3 exercises...