Chiropractic is a health care profession that focuses on disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system, and the effects of these disorders on general health. Chiropractic care is used most often to treat neuromusculoskeletal complaints, including but not limited to back pain, neck pain, pain in the joints of arms or legs, and headaches.
Some of the conditions that Dr. Thornquist treats are:
- Auto Accidents & Injuries
- Work Accidents & Injuries
- Whiplash
- Sports Injuries
- Neck & Back Pain
- Headaches
- Low Back Pain
- Arm & Shoulder Pain
- Migraines
- Leg & Hip Pain
- Disc Injuries
- Sciatic Pain
- Numbness / Tingling
- TMJ (jaw pain)
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Pinched Nerves
- Muscle Spasms
*New Patients are Currently Accepted*
Automobile Accidents:
If the accident occurs in Minnesota, or if your car insurance is issued in Minnesota, your medical expenses will be paid by your insurance company regardless of who is at fault. You will need to report the accident to your insurance company. Our office will send all the required information to your insurance company and help you fill out any forms that may be necessary. If you already have a claim open, please provide us with your claim number, claim address and insurance adjuster.
In nearly every accident, including low impact collisions, muscles, ligaments and spinal joints can be injured. Please keep in mind that the symptons from an auto accident may not appear for days, weeks, or even months after the accident.
Workers Compensation:
Under Minnesota law, you are eligible for workers comp coverage if you can prove you were injured on the job. You will need to fill out a First Report of Injury with your employer and their workers comp insurance has to accept liability. Your have the right to consult with the doctor of your choice. All Chiropractors are covered 100% under workers compensation insurance.