I took a few days off after a rear end collision and after 3 days my work wants a "treating medical professional" to fill out some forms for a medical leave of absence. My family physician says I can go back after one week. My Chiropractor says I should not perform physical work for 3 weeks or until my pinched nerve/muscle spasms start to go away.
Can a Chiropractor make these decisions and fill out a medical leave form??
I'm not lazy.....I just dont want to aggravate an ongoing back issue!
hufstabe
I practice in Idaho and I do things like that frequently. 3 weeks is a little longer than I usually write notes, but I would not anticipate any problems if I did. Yes is the answer to your question. If the treating "medical professional" happens to be a DC (s)he should write the note.
Doctor J
Chiropractors are licensed primary care doctors, so yes, they can prescribe medical leave and other medical restrictions.
krd004
I agree with the answer at the top, but you must fill out an accident questionaire while you are at the office and also return for appointments should it ever be brought up in an arbitration or in court. If you miss any appointments it may be misconstrued. If you are using your PIP for payment please be sure to follow through with appointments and get the Chiro. treatment you need.
A Chiropractor CAN give you a "leave of absence" but they hesitate to give you long-term because of their position in the medical community and the lack of respect brought on by long term "backward thinking".
Good Luck
Orignal From: Are Chiropractors able to fill out forms for say a week of medical leave due to a car accident/back injury?
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