What Happens On My First Visit?
Patient Forms
Upon entering our office we will greet you and welcome you
as a member of our family. We will request you fill our patient forms. The paperwork provides us with general
information about yourself and your condition.
Consultation
Next you will have a consultation with Dr. Tony Gardner to discuss your
health-related problems, concerns, as well as potential treatment options.
Your first visit is designed for Dr. Tony Gardner to learn more about you,
your condition and your expectations to determine whether chiropractic care
meet your goals.
Examination
After your consultation, Dr. Tony Gardner will perform a complete
chiropractic examination testing your reflexes, your ability to turn and
bend as well as other standard neurological, orthopedic, postural, and
physical examinations. Nothing will be done in our office without your
consent.
X-Ray Studies
Your specific condition may require us to get x-rays. X-rays help us rule out more serious conditions or
assist us in developing the most effective treatment plan for you.
Report of Findings
Once all the information and examinations have been performed, Dr. Tony
Gardner will give you a report of findings to answer the three most popular
questions:
- Can we help you?
- What do we recommend that you do to get better?
- How much is it going to cost?
After discussing with you your history and your goals, examining your
spine and reviewing any x-rays or tests, Dr. Tony Gardner will discuss
recommendations with you. If you have a condition that requires care with
other providers, the doctor will tell you. If Dr. Tony Gardner believes we
can help you, he will recommend a treatment and a wellness program.
Treatment
Patients will generally be provided with their first treatment at the
conclusion of their first appointment. This may include spinal adjustments, physical
therapies, and/or soft tissue therapies. Treatment is interactive with you
so you can express any concerns you have about the style of adjustment you
will be most comfortable with.
Prior to leaving, patients will be instructed on a wellness program to be
conducted at home. If you are in pain when you first come into our office
this may include ice or heat application instructions, avoidance of certain
activities or positions, as well as home exercises and/or stretches. If you
desire an overall wellness lifestyle, our wellness team will work with you
to create good habits and routines that support your success. Every body is
unique and different and therefore everyone requires a unique and customized
wellness plan. The foundation of our overall wellness lifestyle is
maintaining healthy posture and good spinal alignment, eating a healthy
diet, taking supplements, keeping your weight under control and stress
relief.
The Three Stages of Chiropractic Care
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