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Your First Visit

Patient Forms

Upon entering our office, our receptionist will  welcome you as a member of our family.  We will request that you have completed our patient forms located in the New Patient Center. Please print and fill out the forms prior to your appointment. This paperwork provides us with your health history and information on your concerns/desires.


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Consultation

Next, you will have a consultation with Dr. Maria . The more information Dr. Maria understands about you the better she can help you. This is a time for you to share as much of you health history, family genetics and any other health concerns  you may have. Remember, this is about your wellbeing, so you may discuss anything that affects your wellbeing. From this information, Dr. Maria will determine how and if our sevices are right for you.


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Examination

After your consultation, Dr. Maria  will perform a complete chiropractic examination testing how your body has accumulated stress in the Nerve System and spine. Other standard neurological, orthopedic, postural, and physical tests may be performed as well. However, nothing  will be done in our office without your consent.


Posture Analysis

Posture is the window to the spine. There is much research on posture as a measure of health. Watch this video to learn more


X-Ray Studies

X-rays are rarley required, however if you have had X-rays of your spine or area of complaint, please bring them with you to your appointment.


Report of Findings

Once the information is collected  and examinations are performed, Dr. Maria  will give you a detailed report of all findings and answer any questions including:

  1. How can you help me?
  2. How often do I need to come in?
  3. What  will  my treatment  cost?

After reviewing your health history,  goals, and examining your spine, Dr. Maria will discuss recommendations and notify you if  your condition  requires care with other providers.   Dr. Maria  will  provide the best  treatment and  wellness program for your needs.


Treatment

 At the conclusion of this initial  appointment, you can choose to  experience your first treatment. This may include light touch spinal adjustments, bio-energetic medicine, and/or Applied Kinesiology. No cracking type manipulation will be done! Treatment is interactive, so  you can express concerns about the different styles of treatment  anytime.


Wellness Program

Prior to leaving, the doctor will suggest a  wellness program  to incorporate outside of treatment.  If you are in pain when you first come into our office this may include: ice or heat application instructions, certain activities or positions to avoid, and at home exercises and/or stretches.  If you desire,  our wellness team will work with you also to create healthy habits and routines for your lifestyle.  Every person is unique, therefore everyone requires a  customized wellness plan.  The purpose  of our wellness program is for you  to achieve good spinal alignment, have a  healthy diet, exercise, and maintain a positive mental state.