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Dr. Abraham Alan Cherrick, MD

(398 Ratings)

Specializes in: Physiatry (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation)

University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine (1980)

Professional interests include: herniated disc, musculoskeletal problems, sacroiliac (SI) joint injection, and more.

5201 Leesburg Pike
Falls Church, VA 22041

(703) 738-4332

Dr. Abraham Alan Cherrick, MD is a physiatrist in Falls Church, VA specializing in physiatry (physical medicine & rehabilitation). He graduated from University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine in 1980 and has 45 years of experience. Dr. Abraham Alan Cherrick, MD is affiliated with National Spine & Pain Centers, INOVA HEALTH CARE SERVICES, PHYSICAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATES LTD and ALEXANDRIA SPORTS, INC.

Office Locations

Address:

5201 Leesburg Pike
Falls Church, VA 22041

Address:

6355 Walker Lane #507
Alexandria, VA 22310

Some issues Dr. Abraham Alan Cherrick, MD can help you with:

Joint Injections

A joint is any area of the body where two bones connect. Due to injury or disease, the space between the two bones can sometimes become swollen and inflamed, which leads to pain and a loss of mobility. Injection and aspiration are two tools that physicians use to treat joint pain locally without needing to perform surgery.

Both injection and aspiration are techniques that involve inserting a needle connected to a syringe directly into the joint. Aspiration involves the removal of excess fluid, and injection is the placement of medication directly into the joint space via the needle. Both procedures may be performed at the same time. In both cases a local anesthetic may be used, the skin will be cleaned and disinfected, and then the needle will be inserted. In some cases, especially if the injection or aspiration is in a large and deep joint such as the hip or spine, ultrasound may be used to guide the needle to the exact location desired.

In some cases, irritation to the joint can cause fluid to build up so significantly that the joint hurts and can no longer move well. Aspiration removes some of the excess fluid and relieves the pressure. In addition, aspiration can be used to provide a sample of joint fluid if it needs to be examined microscopically for the presence of white blood cells, bacteria, or crystal formations.

Certain injuries and diseases that affect joints are inflammatory in nature, such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or gout. These diseases may be helped by the local injection of anti-inflammatory medications directly into the affected joint. In this case, corticosteroids such as methylprednisone are usually used. Relief from the pain may be felt right away and may last for weeks or even months.

In some cases, such as with osteoarthritis, the cartilage buffer between the two bones wears down and pain comes from bones rubbing against each other. In this case, injection of a lubricating agent such as hyaluronic acid may be beneficial. It provides a slippery cushion between the bones to relieve pain that can last for months.

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

aspiration	80
doctor visit	1414
injections	111
pain management	32

**Gender**
Male	229
Female	425

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	499
Black	97
Hispanic	34
Asian	13
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	241
From 75 to 84	141
85 and over	89
Less than 65	183

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	31
Dementia	9
Cancer	9

aspiration	109
doctor visit	1853
injections	169
pain management	61

**Gender**
Male	289
Female	508

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	622
Black	107
Hispanic	32
Asian	16
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	301
From 75 to 84	199
85 and over	90
Less than 65	207

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	28
Dementia	8
Cancer	8

aspiration	133
doctor visit	2215
injections	204
pain management	72

**Gender**
Male	536
Female	1054

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1170
Black	244
Hispanic	74
Asian	62
Other	40
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	630
From 75 to 84	374
85 and over	174
Less than 65	412

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	28
Dementia	7
Cancer	8

aspiration	91
doctor visit	2490
injections	187
pain management	84

**Gender**
Male	297
Female	532

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	613
Black	129
Hispanic	34
Asian	24
Other	29
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	352
From 75 to 84	183
85 and over	89
Less than 65	205

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	28
Dementia	9
Cancer	9

aspiration	99
doctor visit	2836
injections	201
pain management	103

**Gender**
Male	358
Female	646

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	731
Black	154
Hispanic	49
Asian	0
Other	38
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	415
From 75 to 84	248
85 and over	132
Less than 65	209

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	29
Dementia	11
Cancer	10

aspiration	55
doctor visit	2039
injections	122
pain management	68

**Gender**
Male	321
Female	558

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	656
Black	129
Hispanic	31
Asian	0
Other	36
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	349
From 75 to 84	239
85 and over	117
Less than 65	174

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	27
Dementia	11
Cancer	11

aspiration	36
doctor visit	1460
injections	72
pain management	37

**Gender**
Male	281
Female	443

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	562
Black	88
Hispanic	29
Asian	21
Other	24
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	287
From 75 to 84	214
85 and over	98
Less than 65	125

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	28
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

aspiration	40
doctor visit	1143
injections	52
pain management	13

**Gender**
Male	266
Female	406

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	493
Black	94
Hispanic	32
Asian	24
Other	29
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	294
From 75 to 84	192
85 and over	72
Less than 65	114

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	27
Dementia	10
Cancer	10

aspiration	58
doctor visit	1633
injections	87
pain management	30

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Abraham Alan Cherrick, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Abraham Alan Cherrick, MD treated as a physiatrist in Falls Church, VA were injections, aspiration and pain management.

aspiration	78
doctor visit	1900
injections	136
pain management	56

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Abraham Alan Cherrick, MD.

**Gender**
Female	457
Male	257

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	104
Asian / Pacific Islander	16
Non-Hispanic White	534
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	31
Other	22

**Age**
85 and over	86
75 to 84	179
Less than 65	162
65 to 74	286

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Abraham Alan Cherrick, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Abraham Alan Cherrick, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	22
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Cancer	7
Dementia	7

Education & Training

Dr. Abraham Alan Cherrick, MD graduated from University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine in 1980. He completed residency at Sinai Hospital of Detroit. He has a state license in Virginia.

Medical School: University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine (1980)

Residency: Sinai Hospital of Detroit (1983)

Licensed In: Virginia

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Abraham Alan Cherrick, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

National Spine & Pain Centers

INOVA HEALTH CARE SERVICES

PHYSICAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATES LTD

ALEXANDRIA SPORTS, INC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Abraham Alan Cherrick, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.88 out of 5 stars based on 398 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Abraham Alan Cherrick, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Falls Church, VA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Abraham Alan Cherrick, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Depomed, Inc.	$72,610 Gralise $29,282	Nucynta $18,037	Gralise and Zipsor $12,589	Zipsor $6,673	Nucynta ER $701	Other $5,327
Purdue Pharma L.P.	$36,308 HYSINGLA ER $12,645	OXYCONTIN $6,176	BUTRANS $200	INTERMEZZO $52	SYMPROIC $22	Other $17,213
Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc.	$32,004 Xtampza ER $30,972	XTAMPZA $994	Nucynta $19	$19
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc	$17,420 Nucynta $17,387	$33
Purdue Transdermal Technologies L.P.	$12,613 BUTRANS $6,343	HYSINGLA ER $6,270
Other	$53,518 MOVANTIK $16,249	ZOHYDRO ER $9,569	Gralise $7,691	EMBEDA $2,830	Relistor $2,433	Other $14,745

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$159,102
Food and Beverage	$24,521
Travel and Lodging	$19,903
Consulting Fee	$16,050
Honoraria	$2,750
Other	$2,145

Biography

Dr. Abraham Cherrick specializes in physiatry (physical medicine & rehabilitation). Dr. Cherrick attended medical school at the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine. Patients gave him an average rating of 2.5 stars (out of 5). He is affiliated with National Spine & Pain Centers.

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