Welcome! If you’re new here, this page walks you through how your first visit works, the kinds of tests we may use, and how to prepare so you get the most from your appointment.

Before Your Visit

  • Forms: You can print them and bring them in or fill them out in the office before your first visit:
  • What to bring: A list of medications/supplements, any recent imaging or reports (if you have them), and your questions/goals.
  • Insurance/fees: We’ll provide itemized receipts upon request. Call us with any questions about current fees.
  • Arrival: Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to complete any remaining paperwork.
  • Parking: Ample parking is free and available in the lot behind the building.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

Your first visit typically lasts about 45 minutes. We usually run on time, so if you arrive 10-15 minutes early you shouldn’t have to wait.

We start by identifying the underlying cause—the mobility, control, or tissue-irritability pattern most holding you back. The exam follows the sensory → brain → motor loop: we test how your sensory systems (spine and other joints, eyes, and inner ears) talk to your brain, update that map with precise input, and reinforce motor output so movement, comfort, steadiness, and even muscle and blood-vessel tone improve.

What to Expect

Evaluate: We thoroughly review your history and check key systems—movement, joint motion, balance, and simple neurologic screens for proprioception, eyes, and inner ears.

Map the cause: We connect findings to the cause (mobility, control, or tissue irritability) so care stays focused and practical.

Plan: We build a right‑sized plan—adjustments, simple exercises, and add‑ons like laser or shockwave when useful. We explain why each step helps.

Treat: Visits are concise and matched to your comfort. You’re always in control.

Track: We recheck simple measures (range, function, steadiness) to confirm what’s helping and adjust as you go.

Referral: If chiropractic isn’t the right fit after your initial evaluation, we’ll refer you to an appropriate provider.

You are always in control. We explain options, match care to your comfort, and adjust as we go.

Examples of Tests We May Use

Movement & Chiropractic Assessment
Posture and movement checks, joint motion (palpation), and how different areas influence each other (e.g., hip → low back). We look for the clearest place to create change.
Neurologic Exam
Thorough neurologic exam including eye movements and head/eye coordination, simple balance tests (eyes open/closed, single‑leg stance), reflexes, and strength checks. We’re mapping input → output.
Orthopedic Exam
Orthopedic checks including range‑of‑motion and position tests that help confirm or rule out common disc, joint, and tendon issues. Always scaled to comfort.
Balance Tracker (risk‑of‑fall score)
A computerized force plate measures sway while you stand still. It gives an easy‑to‑understand score you can track over time.
Imaging (only if indicated)
X‑rays or other imaging are ordered only when they’re likely to change the plan. We avoid unnecessary imaging.

Follow‑Up Visits

Follow‑ups are typically shorter than the first visit. We recheck key measures, treat what’s most relevant that day, and adjust your at‑home plan so changes stick. Frequency depends on your goals, findings, and response to care.

FAQs

Will I be adjusted on the first visit?
Often, yes—if it’s appropriate and safe. If something else is a better first step, we’ll explain why and offer options.
Does it hurt?
Care is gentle and matched to your comfort. You’re always in control—tell us your preferences.
How many visits will I need?
It depends on your goals and findings. We track progress and adjust the plan so you can feel and function better as quickly as possible.
Do I need a referral?
Usually not. If we think you’d benefit from another specialist, we’ll tell you and help coordinate care.
What if I prefer not to be adjusted?
That’s okay. We have effective alternatives like targeted exercises, soft‑tissue work, isometrics, and Class III cold laser. We’ll match care to your preferences.
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