Acupuncture After Accident

Relieve Pain Naturally — Often Covered by Auto Insurance
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In Pain After a Car Accident?

Car accidents can leave you dealing with neck pain, back pain, headaches, or stiffness that lingers or worsens over time. Even low-speed collisions can disrupt your body more than you realize.

The sooner you start treatment, the better your recovery. We can typically get patients new seen within two days, and no referral is required.

Why Acupuncture Helps After an Accident

Acupuncture is a safe, drug-free treatment that helps your body heal from the inside out:

  • Reduces pain and inflammation
  • Relieves muscle tension and spasms
  • Improves circulation to injured areas
  • Calms the nervous system
  • Helps with headaches, whiplash, and stress

It’s especially effective for patients who want natural pain relief without medications.

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Targeted Techniques That Support Recovery

Our acupuncture treatments are focused on injury recovery—not just general wellness.

Orthopedic & Motor Point Acupuncture

Targets specific muscles affected by the accident to:

  • Release tight or spasmed muscles
  • Reduce nerve irritation
  • Restore proper muscle function
Trigger Point & Dry Needling Style Techniques

Addresses areas of deep tension and referred pain, helping:

  • Break the pain cycle
  • Improve mobility
  • Decrease chronic tightness
Whole-Body Approach

We also support your overall recovery by regulating the nervous system, improving sleep, and reducing stress—key factors in healing after trauma.

PEMF

Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy is an exciting new modality that uses short radio waves to stimulate cellular energy, reduce pain, and improve recovery across nearly every system in the body

Photobiomodulation (RedLight Therapy)

Our medical-grade RedLight therapy uses specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light to stimulate your cells, promoting tissue repair, anti-inflammatory responses, and optimal energy production

Shockwave

Shockwave uses focused concentrates of acoustic energy to stimulate repair, increase circulation, and break-up muscle facia within the body, accelerating your natural healing process.

When Should You Start Treatment?

Right away.

Delaying care can lead to chronic pain and slower recovery. Early acupuncture treatment:

  • Reduces inflammation before it becomes persistent
  • Helps your body heal more efficiently
  • Supports documentation for your insurance claim

Symptoms often appear days after an accident—don’t wait. Getting ahead of pain is the best way to ensure a fast and consistent recovery. 

Good News: Treatment May Be FREE

If you’ve been in a car accident, your auto insurance (PIP/MedPay) often covers acupuncture:

  • No out-of-pocket cost in many cases
  • No referral required
  • We’ll help verify your benefits

What to Expect

  • One-on-one care with a licensed acupuncturist
  • Customized treatment plan based on your injuries
  • Gentle, comfortable treatments focused on results
  • Coordination with our integrated care team, if needed, including: 
    • Medical Doctors
    • Physical Therapy
    • Chiropractic
    • Massage

Meet Dr. Lee

Dr. Jesse Lee, LAc began his career with a Bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Sciences from Louisiana State University. After six years as a certified strength and conditioning coach and nutritionist, he earned both Master’s and Doctoral degrees in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine (OCOM). 

Dr. Lee has extensive training in acupuncture, herbal medicine, and body-work, and spent several months volunteering in Nepal, where he provided care to underserved communities and gained meaningful insights into pain management across diverse populations.

By blending Traditional Chinese Medicine, channel theory, and orthopedic acupuncture Dr. Lee creates personalized, effective treatment plans dedicated to helping individuals restore health and function through care that bridges Eastern medicine with modern rehabilitative practices. 

He offers a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to patient recovery and long-term wellness, and holds national board certifications for both Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine.

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Don’t wait for pain to become chronic.

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Compass Pain And Wellness Locations | Portland

Portland, Oregon

1410 SW Jefferson st.
Portland, OR 97201
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Cottonwood Heights, UT 84121
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