Going to the Chiropractor is a new experience for many of us. Maybe we've heard through a friend or have done some research online. It's possible that you are just fed up with living in pain and it's time to do something about it.
In either case, Knowing what to expect when you begin care will help you understand what we are doing and why. We have found that the more a person understands about the process, the better the results. What follows is a brief overview of what will happen.
All care begins with an initial consultation. Should you decide to become a parient at our office an examination will then be done. This exam will help you by gaining a detailed history of your health and lifestyle. You will be asked questions about your medical history, family history, dietary habits, occupation, etc. Questions about your symptoms are especially important-How long have you had the problem(s)? How did it start? Does anything make it worse? Better? And so on.
Once your history has been discussed, a physical examination will be conducted. Depending on the situation, basic information (e.g., blood pressure, height, weight, reflex response, and range of motion) will be collected. A spinal examination exam including muscle, posture and will be performed to detect abnormalities affecting or causing your condition. Diagnostic studies may be done. Once all the data has been collected, your condition will be assessed. We will then determine if you are a candidate for chiropractic care, or whether you need to be referred to another health-care professional. Usually, we gather the needed information to diagnosis and treat you appropriately. We will present this plan to you on your second office visit.
Second Office: Visit-Review of Findings
During the second visit, we present your treatment plan to you along with your options for your treatments. We will then tell you the amount of improvement you can expect with our care, as well as how long it will likely take to achieve meaningful results . You will be started on an individualized treatment plan that will include some of the following: physical therapy, massage, strengthening exercises, stretching exercises, acupuncture, diet suggestions, and other lifestyle recommendations.
With your input, both short-and long-term goals will be established. The resulting treatment plan will provide you with a clear understanding of where you are, where you want to be, and how we will get there. Its Your Future Be There Healthy!
