Your First 2 Visits
 

1st  Visit
   Upon entering my office you will be greeted cordially by Carol, Yonia, Janice, Nina, Francesca or Diana and asked to complete a few health information forms. These forms give me vital information regarding your past and present health concerns so that I can give you the best care possible. It only takes a few minutes to complete. For those patients who have suffered auto injuries please be sure to bring the accident report with you (if it has been completed), and any auto insurance information you have. ( Claim number, name and address of your company, and telephone number). There will be an additional form to complete in the case of an auto accident. But, again, it is easy to fill out. Any other health insurance information is normally given to the office during this visit so it can be determined what type of coverage you have.

   After speaking with me and giving me a detailed health history, I will ask you specific questions regarding your current health issue. Samples of questions to think about would be&what type of pain do you have, sharp, achy, muscular; where is the pain located; are there any movements or activities that increase the pain, or for that matter, make the pain go away; what type of treatment have you used so far for this condition, etc. Please be prepared to answer these questions as they help me determine the type of examination needed in your case.

   Typically, a physical examination is performed. Height, weight, blood pressure, pulse will be taken, along with other standard testing. The area in question will be examined with certain orthopedic/neurological tests performed. In most cases when pain is present xrays are taken in my office. If you have reasonably current xrays of the injured area, please bring them with you. In some cases these xrays can be used rather than taking new ones. Also, my office has computerized Range of Motion equipment in which I can perfoem studies on the spot.

   Once the examination and xrays are completed, unless you are in severe pain, this will complete the first visit. It is my feeling that it is important for me to study the findings of the xrays and examination prior to beginning treatment. For those patients who are in significant pain, I will attempt to help you with pain relief that day. A convenient appointment will be given the next office day to go over the test results. Your spouse is invited and encouraged to attend the second visit.

2nd Visit
   The purpose of the second visit is to explain, in detail, the findings of all tests performed on the first visit.

   Any insurance information we have received will be reviewed with you so that you will know what your insurance company says your financial obligation will be for the treatment you are receiving. You will also have ample opportunity to ask questions to your satisfaction.

   Once all of these topics are explained, I have reserved time to treat you on the second visit so that we can start making progress immediately.

   It is my feeling that while it is my job to report to you the type of treatment I feel is the best for your condition, it is ultimately up to you to determine to what degree you want treatment and how fast you want results. I feel confident that I can customize your care to give you the best opportunity to achieve the results you desire. If, in your particular case, I have reservations about accepting your case or determine that chiropractic cannot help you, I will do my best to communicate this to you so that we can, together, determine what is your best alternative.