"The mind drives the body, the body drives the mind, to heal after injury, course correction is needed for both."
I practice at Seattle Spine & Sports Medicine where we provide non-surgical care for neuro-musculoskeletal injuries with a strong focus on motor vehicle and work-related trauma. Here, my treatment plans acknowledge the deep connection between body and mind. Recovery is most complete when both are guided back into alignment.
Conservative, non-surgical treatment with targeted procedures used very selectively.
Partnering with chiropractors, physicians, PT/OT, and counselors to keep everyone aligned and informed.
Trigger point injections/needling, PRP, prolotherapy, and corticosteroid injections when appropriate, always very selectively.
Diagnostic/therapeutic electrodiagnostic testing to identify nerve and muscle injury precisely, including radiculopathy, plexopathy, and peripheral entrapments.
Cutting edge treatment & diagnostics with efficient access to testing, cognitive therapists and counselors.
Guided collaboration with counselors to reset stress circuits and promote balanced healing of both body and mind after injury.
Osteopathic principles, medication when necessary, and carefully tailored rehabilitation programs to restore function.
After trauma, the body absorbs the impact while the mind stays on guard. Recovery stalls when these two stay out of sync. My approach aligns physical care with the psychological realities of injury so progress becomes possible again. I remain grounded in medical evaluation, diagnostics, and targeted procedures, while partnering closely with skilled counselors and cognitive therapists when needed.
I connect the care team and move everyone in the same direction for your goals, keeping each member informed and coordinated.
My mission is to turn diagnostic clarity into meaningful healing-where scientific understanding meets the body’s natural ability to restore itself. Injuries are not just physical setbacks; they are moments when body and mind need help finding agreement again. When both are aligned, recovery becomes possible.
"Body, mind and spirit are all interrelated." - A.T. Still, DO
This wisdom is at the core of my practice. I believe healing flows through the body's tissues, but it begins in deeper places-the emotions, intentions, and spirit that guide recovery. The body possesses remarkable capacity for self-repair; sometimes it just needs help finding its way back into balance with the mind.
Evidence-based guides for injury recovery, organized by your healing journey. Browse 12+ articles covering everything from initial grounding through detailed regional anatomy.
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How trauma affects both physical tissues and the nervous system's ability to regulate pain and healing responses.
An in-depth look at whiplash mechanics and innovative treatment with Hydrostatic Intramuscular Stimulation.
Understanding electrodiagnostic testing helps distinguish nerve damage from muscle dysfunction in your diagnosis.
Advanced strategies for maintaining recovery, preventing re-injury, and optimizing long-term function after motor vehicle accidents.
12+ comprehensive articles await - organized by recovery phase with regional deep dives on the psoas, SI joint, disc pain, trigger points, and more.
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I am a board-certified physiatrist whose journey bridges traditional orthopedics, osteopathic values, and modern rehabilitation science. I worked for 10 years in a conventional orthopedic setting at Premier Orthopedics, which gave me a strong foundation in musculoskeletal care. For the past decade at Seattle Spine & Sports Medicine, I have focused on helping patients recover from complex injuries, especially after motor vehicle accidents, by integrating physical medicine, diagnostics, and a mind-body approach to healing. I graduated from A.T. Still University and completed residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Loyola University Chicago.
Healing after trauma is not just physical, it is relational. It begins when mind and body stop colliding and start listening to each other again.
"...the professionalism of the whole team... Dr. Franke is knowledgeable, pleasant and is a good listener... I am thankful for the care I have received."
"He helped me understand every single step... so much eagerness, knowledge and passion to figure out the root problem... 10/10 for sure."
"...knowledgeable, highly skilled, patient, supportive, and kind. I highly recommend Dr. Franke and his team!"
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Note: Dr. Franke is not currently seeing patients at the Seattle location. His practice and procedures are performed in Lynnwood.
The Seattle location remains the main administrative site for Seattle Spine & Sports Medicine. Dr. Franke coordinates closely with the Seattle team for diagnostic and rehabilitative continuity.
