Dr. Richard Seroussi, MD
Physician
Physical Medicine
Specialty
Pain Medicine,
Sports Medicine
Medical Expertise of Dr. Richard Seroussi, MD
Dr. Richard Seroussi is a physiatrist specializing in all aspects of physical rehabilitation, with an emphasis on musculoskeletal and neurologic injuries.
About Dr. Richard Seroussi, MD
Richard Seroussi, MD is a board-certified physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist providing care to patients in the Seattle area at Seattle Spine & Sports Medicine.
Dr. Seroussi is on the clinical faculty at the University of Washington, and is board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R), pain medicine, and electrodiagnosis.
Some of Dr. Seroussi's more satisfying work activities include interacting with patients, supervising residents from the University of Washington, and improving the work flow in our clinic in the name of better patient care.
Tips & Wisdom
Facet Joint Injections
Facet joints are located on each side of the vertebra. When irritated or injured, they can become inflamed and cause back or neck pain. A facet joint block is an injection of cortisone and an anesthetic into the facet joint Performing a joint block helps to confirm if the facet joints are the source of low back pain, and it can relieve pain and inflammation. What to Expect Before The skin and underlying tissue is numbed with an injection of local anesthetic (Lidocaine). Using movi...
Facet joints are located on each side of the vertebra. When irritated or injured, they can become inflamed and cause back or neck pain. A facet joint block is an injection of cortisone and an anesthetic into the facet joint Performing a joint block helps to confirm if the facet joints are the source of low back pain, and it can relieve pain and inflammation. What to Expect Before The skin and underlying tissue is numbed with an injection of local anesthetic (Lidocaine). Using movi...
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) results when nerves in the thoracic outlet—located between the upper ribs and shoulder—get irritated by the surrounding muscles or ribs. Symptoms Numbness, tingling, burning, and weakness in the arm and hand. Pain in the neck, upper back, shoulder, or arm. Possible temperature changes and swelling in the hand due to irritated blood vessels. Symptoms may be worsened by working with arms out in front, lifting the arm over the head (such as ...
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) results when nerves in the thoracic outlet—located between the upper ribs and shoulder—get irritated by the surrounding muscles or ribs. Symptoms Numbness, tingling, burning, and weakness in the arm and hand. Pain in the neck, upper back, shoulder, or arm. Possible temperature changes and swelling in the hand due to irritated blood vessels. Symptoms may be worsened by working with arms out in front, lifting the arm over the head (such as ...
Epidural Injections for Nerve Root Pain
When the nerves that exit the spine get compressed or irritated—for example from a disc herniation—numbness, tingling, pain and muscle weakness can result. When this occurs in the lower back, patients experience sciatica—back pain radiating into the leg with neurologic symptoms. Epidural injections place medication around the irritated nerves. While most people think of epidurals for pregnancy, this procedure can be an effective treatment to reduce nerve root pain. What t...
When the nerves that exit the spine get compressed or irritated—for example from a disc herniation—numbness, tingling, pain and muscle weakness can result. When this occurs in the lower back, patients experience sciatica—back pain radiating into the leg with neurologic symptoms. Epidural injections place medication around the irritated nerves. While most people think of epidurals for pregnancy, this procedure can be an effective treatment to reduce nerve root pain. What t...
Electromyogram (EMG)
Nerve conduction studies (NCS) and electromyography (EMG) help verify if your symptoms stem from a nerve or muscle injury. What is Electromyography (EMG)? Electromyography (EMG) translates to "the writing down of the electrical activity of muscle." It is similar to the electrocardiography (EKG) for the heart. To sample muscle electrical activity, a small needle electrode-—much smaller than a standard needle for drawing blood-—is inserted into a muscle. You may be a...
Nerve conduction studies (NCS) and electromyography (EMG) help verify if your symptoms stem from a nerve or muscle injury. What is Electromyography (EMG)? Electromyography (EMG) translates to "the writing down of the electrical activity of muscle." It is similar to the electrocardiography (EKG) for the heart. To sample muscle electrical activity, a small needle electrode-—much smaller than a standard needle for drawing blood-—is inserted into a muscle. You may be a...
Patient Education Resources
Can carpal tunnel syndrome be treated with physical therapy?
Yes, physical therapy can be an effective treatment option for carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Physical therapy aims to reduce pain, improve mobility, and increase strength and flexibility in the affect...
Yes, physical therapy can be an effective treatment option for carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Physical therapy aims to reduce pain, improve mobility, and increase strength and flexibility in the affect...
Can carpal tunnel syndrome be treated without surgery?
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) can be treated with both non-surgical and surgical methods. Non-surgical treatments include:Splinting: Wearing a splint at night can help to keep the wrist in a neutral po...
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) can be treated with both non-surgical and surgical methods. Non-surgical treatments include:Splinting: Wearing a splint at night can help to keep the wrist in a neutral po...
Should I consider an artificial disk as an alternative to spinal fusion?
Artificial disk replacement is a newer surgical option for treating certain types of spinal degeneration, and it is considered an alternative to spinal fusion. However, whether or not it is a suitable...
Artificial disk replacement is a newer surgical option for treating certain types of spinal degeneration, and it is considered an alternative to spinal fusion. However, whether or not it is a suitable...
What can I do to relieve plantar fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is a common condition characterized by inflammation and pain in the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot. While it can be a persistent condit...
Plantar fasciitis is a common condition characterized by inflammation and pain in the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot. While it can be a persistent condit...
When should I consider a hip replacement?
Hip replacement, also known as arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure that involves replacing a damaged hip joint with an artificial one. It is typically considered as a treatment option for people wit...
Hip replacement, also known as arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure that involves replacing a damaged hip joint with an artificial one. It is typically considered as a treatment option for people wit...
Education & Training
Dr. Seroussi received his Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Princeton University, his medical degree (MD) from Case Western Reserve (CWRU) in Cleveland, and his residency in Rehabilation Medicine from the University of Washington in Seattle.
Professional Affiliations
Seattle Spine & Sports Medicine
Seattle Spine & Sports Medicine is a comprehensive clinic offering a personal approach for patients with motor vehicle, workplace, sports-related and other injuries. We are a group of board-certified physiatrists with clinic locations in Seattle & Lynnwood. Starting with strong diagnostics and non-invasive therapies, we graduate to more specialized treatments only if necessary.
We also work well with other providers - including chiropractors, physical therapists, massage therapists, acupuncturists, naturopaths, family physicians, and surgical specialists.
As physiatrists, we often serve as co-pilots to help guide you through treatments you may need from other providers.
We treat joint injuries (shoulder, hip, knee and other), sciatic, pinched nerves, spinal stenosis, disc herniation, thoracic outlet syndrome, carpal tunnel syndrome, myofascial pain, neuropathic pain, post-concussive syndrome and other musculoskeletal problems.
We also work well with other providers - including chiropractors, physical therapists, massage therapists, acupuncturists, naturopaths, family physicians, and surgical specialists.
As physiatrists, we often serve as co-pilots to help guide you through treatments you may need from other providers.
We treat joint injuries (shoulder, hip, knee and other), sciatic, pinched nerves, spinal stenosis, disc herniation, thoracic outlet syndrome, carpal tunnel syndrome, myofascial pain, neuropathic pain, post-concussive syndrome and other musculoskeletal problems.