Your First Visit
| Your First Visit
What happens on the first visit? Step1: All new patients are requested to fill out a new patient intake packet. Step 2: You will be shown a short video that will explain to you what expect on your first as well as what you may experience under chiropractic care. Following the video you will have your first consultation with the doctor to discuss your health objectives. Step 3: Chiropractic procedures will be performed to detect any irregularities in your nerve, muscle and skeletal systems to determine if chiropractic care is appropriate for you. A lifestyle evaluation may also be recommended to determine the role of physical, chemical and emotional stress on your health and well-being. Step 4: The doctor will advise you as to the need of additionalprocedures such as laboratory and x-rays tests, if necessary. Step 5: If your case requires immediate attention, emergency first aid may be administered. However, most new practice members will start receiving care after the doctor has taken suffiecent time to fully evaluate all the examination results and derived a care program specifically for you. |
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Patient Forms
Upon entering our office our Chiropractic Assistant will greet you and welcome you as a member of our family. We will request you fill our patient forms located in the New Patient Center. The paperwork provides us with information about yourself and your condition.
Consultation
Next you will have a consultation with Dr.Gina Caserma to discuss your health-related problems, concerns, as well as potential treatment options. Your first visit is designed for Dr.Gina Caserma to learn more about you, your condition and your expectations to determine whether chiropractic care will you meet your goals.
Examination
After your consultation, Dr.Gina Caserma will perform a complete chiropractic examination testing your reflexes, your ability to turn and bend as well as other standard neurologic, 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 take x-rays for a more detailed look at your spine. X-rays help us rule out more serious conditions or assist us in developing the most effective treatment plan for you. Most people are amazed once they see their x-rays and can often immediately identify their misalignments and degeneration themselves.
Report of Findings
Once all the information and examinations have been performed, Dr.Gina Caserma will give you a report of findings to answer the three most popular questions:
- Can you help me?
- What do you recommend that I 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.Gina Caserma will discuss recommendations with you. If you have a condition that requires care with other providers, the doctor will tell you. If Dr.Gina Caserma believes we can help you, we will recommend treatment and a wellness program.
Treatment
Patients will generally be provided with their first treatment at the conclusion of the Report of Findings 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.
Wellness Program
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.
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