What to expect on your first chiropractic appointment
So you have searched, “Top chiropractors in Delaware,” and have read countless reviews and websites just trying to find the right chiropractor for your needs.
Finally, you found us (or were recommended by a friend to visit us.)
You called and set up your appointment. You have filled out the paperwork. Now it is time to come in for the first appointment.
In our office, we have two goals on your first visit. The first is to get to know you and learn all about your health needs. The second is to get to the root of the problem and come up with your individualized care plan. During this process we want you to be comfortable and at ease.
Coming to a chiropractor is not like going to another doctor. We are not here to sell you medication, stick you with a needle, and you do not have to sit in cold, stuffy rooms. Instead we work to fill our rooms with comfort. Everything we do is natural, effective, and gentle. Ultimately, we want you to want to hang out.
When you first arrive for your visit, you will be greeted by our front desk, Karin.
She is very friendly and is expecting you when you arrive.
We will have you sign a few forms, get you a drink, and let you know the process and answer any question you may have.
Following that, you will go right into your foot scan. This is where we will take a look at the base of your body. You use your feet everyday and when they are off, it can cause a bottom up cascade effect that leads to hip and back pain for some clients.
After your feet are scanned, you will get a posture scan. Your posture helps show us how your body is balanced, where there is tension or weakness, and gives insight into your biomechanics.
Following that, Karin will take you to a private room where we will do three tests to give us objective findings on how your nervous system is functioning.
In this room you will change, privately, into a conservative gown so we have access to your spine. Karin will come in after you are finished changing and do the three tests on you to see how your nervous system is function.
After your last nervous system test, you will get changed back into your clothes. At this point Karin will show you to the exam room. Here you will get to meet the doctors and your consultation will begin.
At this point, we are here to listen. You will share with us your health goals, and we will dive into your history pertaining to your why.
Following the conversation with the doctor you will get an examination where we can start to identify what is causing your dysfunction in your body. After that we will answer any more question that may come up. This entire process takes about an hour.
We will than walk you to the front to visit Karin again. At this point we will get you scheduled for your second visit where we go over all our findings.
In between your first and second visits the doctors will review everything that was collected on your first visit. We take this information and put together an individualized care plan just for you!
On your second visit we go overall the findings from your scans, nervous system tests, and examinations. The doctors go over their recommendation and care plan at this point. Once you are all on board with the plan, you will receive your first adjustment.
Throughout this entire process, it is about you and meeting your needs. At Dover Health Care Center Chiropractic we strive to provide a warm and happy environment that facilitates true healing.