1st Chiropractic Visit

Step 1: Full Case History

We begin with a detailed conversation about your health history and current concerns, including:

• Your primary complaint
• When and how it started
• Past injuries or trauma
• Lifestyle factors that may be contributing

This helps us start connecting the dots before we even begin the physical examination.

Step 2: Comprehensive Examination

Next, we perform a full examination to evaluate how your body is functioning as a whole.

This includes:

• Height & weight measurements
• Blood pressure screening
• Neurological testing (including reflexes)
• Orthopedic testing specific to your condition

These tests help us determine the nature of your problem—not just the symptoms.

Step 3: Detailed Spinal Palpation

We then assess your spine using a hands-on approach to identify areas of restriction, imbalance, and tenderness.

This includes:

• Palpating the entire spine
• Identifying areas of inflammation or sensitivity
• Evaluating how your spine is functioning as a unit

This step follows a Gonstead-style approach, focused on precision and specificity.

Step 4: X-Rays (If Needed)

If clinically necessary, we take X-rays to get a clear picture of your spinal structure.

This allows us to:

• Identify structural misalignments
• Detect underlying issues not visible externally
• Ensure your care is safe and specific to your condition

What Happens Next?

We do not guess and adjust on the first visit.

Instead, we take time to carefully analyze your exam findings and any X-rays before making recommendations.

Your results will be reviewed in detail and presented at your second visit.

Our Goal

By the end of your first visit, we aim to have:

• A clear understanding of your health history
• Objective findings from your exam
• The data needed to determine the root cause of your issue

This thorough process is what allows us to deliver precise, effective care—not temporary relief.