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First Visit

What to expect on your First Visit

Health History Forms

Prior to your first appointment, we have some forms for you to fill out. To save time in clinic, please fill out our Forms and email them to us or print them off and fill them out prior. If you cannot fill out forms before your appointment please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to your scheduled time to fill them out in the office.

Link to: ONLINE FORMS

History and Examination

In order to determine the underlying cause of the symptoms (if you have any) and make sure chiropractic care is appropriate for your concerns, Dr. Morin will ask you various questions related to your health. Next, a complete nerve scan will be performed to along with orthopedic and other tests of nerve function to determine which tissues and nerves are affected and to what extent.

Nerve Scan

A surface electromyograph is a painless procedure which is crucial to determining if your concerns are amenable to chiropractic care. These scans can also uncover hidden health problems that may not yet be symptomatic. The scans give us some insight into the underlying cause of your condition.

X-ray Studies

Your specific condition may require us to take x-rays to either rule out more serious conditions or assist us in developing the most effective care plan for you. In this office a second opinion is provided by a medical radiologist. This perspective is quite valuable as they are specialists at detecting pathology. If they do, we will refer you for appropriate care.

Same Day Treatment

Once finished with the examination and all appropriate studies, patients will generally be provided with their first adjustment during this same visit. Exceptions to this occur when x-rays are required to determine if care is safe or if they are required to determine exactly what to do.

Home Instructions

Prior to leaving, patients will be given instructions on certain activities or procedures to be conducted at home. This may include ice or heat application instructions, avoidance of certain activities or positions, as well as nutition, home exercises and/or stretches.

Second Visit: Review of Findings

Generally speaking, patients are seen within 1-2 days for a follow up visit where we go over all the findings. There is a 7 minute video that explains how chiropractic adjustments effect your spine, nervous system and ultimately, your overall health! Following that, Dr. Morin will come in and explain the findings of your nerve scans, x-rays, and physical exam. You will be given options for care based on your goals for your health. We strive to make sure you have a complete understanding of your current state of health, how your symptoms (if you have any) may or may not respond to chiropractic care. You can choose the type of care you want as chiropractic care can range from a simple pain care to comprehensive wellness care.