New Patients
New Patients at Preferred Chiropractic
When you book an appointment at Preferred Chiropractic, it’s now possible to complete the paperwork online in the convenience of your own home. Simply print out the forms and bring them with you to your first appointment.
Your First Visit
Dr. Steve will greet you by name and make you feel welcome. He’ll spend some time talking with you to understand your health history and your current situation, then he’ll do a thorough examination. He’ll also take digital x-rays….if needed. Once he’s gathered all the information, he’ll explain to you exactly what’s going on. He’s very down-to-earth and enjoys educating patients in a straightforward way. He’ll show you your X-rays and lay out how chiropractic care may be able to help you.
New Car Accident Patients First Visit
Chiropractic adjustments are the backbone of what we do. However, when dealing with a new car accident patient, a lot of time is also reserved for modalities. We use cold laser, ultrasound, electric stimulation, and micro-current in order to address the soft tissues (muscles, ligaments, tendons, discs, and joint capsules). We tend to initially focus on clearing up inflammation and pain, along with our light adjustments. As treatment progresses, we add breaking up lactic acid in the muscles. In later stages, we go after any scar tissue we might find. Using these therapies helps the adjustments last longer, making our corrections more effective.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What conditions do you treat?
We treat a variety of conditions, including:
- Car Accident Injuries
- Sciatic Nerve pain
- Disc pain
- Lower back pain
- Mid back pain
- Neck pain
- Arm & Leg pain
- Rib pain
How long does it take to recover from a car accident injury?
For most car accident patients, we can help them feel better and achieve significant improvement in a relatively short period of time. Truthfully, most of these cases involve more time commitment than your typical injury.
Can you help with headaches and migraines?
Absolutely! We frequently see patients with headaches and migraines. Additionally, we can address other symptoms such as burning, tingling, numbness in the upper and lower extremities, as well as muscular tension anywhere in the body. Our advanced machines can assist in breaking down muscular tension rapidly.
What advanced machinery do you use?
- Cold Laser
- Micro – Current
- Healing Ultrasound
- Electric Stimulation
- Percussion Massage
- Anti Scar Tissue machine work
- Trigger Point Therapy
What should I expect during a visit?
During your first visit, we will begin by gathering your full health history and engaging in a conversation to understand the specific nature of your problems. We focus on identifying the root cause of your pain. From there, we will develop a personalized plan of action that outlines the recommended course of care.
Some Brief Examples:
Pinched Nerves….typically a treatment or two.
Strong muscular tension…2-6 treatments on consecutive days most of the time.
Disc issues…..12 consecutive days….working through the weekends (mandatory).
Do chiropractic adjustments hurt?
Our approach is centered around gentle techniques that prioritize your comfort. We use advanced equipment to ensure adjustments are safe and pain-free. Rather than relying on force, these machines utilize speed to achieve the desired effect, making the experience comfortable and effective.
Can chiropractic improve posture?
Chiropractic care can indeed contribute to improving posture. However, it requires dedication from the patient and an awareness of their habits outside of our care. Additionally, regular exercise plays a crucial role in correcting posture, alongside Chiropractic adjustments.
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