Patient Forms
Upon entering our office, our receptionist will welcome you as a member of our family. We will request that you complete our patient forms located in the New Patient Center, if you haven't done so already. This paperwork provides us with your health history and information on your condition.
Consultation
Next, you will have a consultation with Dr David in Moonee Pond to discuss your health-related problems and concerns. This initial visit is designed for Dr David to learn more about you, your condition, and expectations to determine how chiropractic care can meet your goals.
Examination
After your consultation, either Dr. David will perform a complete chiropractic examination testing your reflexes and flexibility. Other standard neurological, orthopedic, postural, and physical tests will be performed as well. However, nothing will be done in our office without your consent.
X-Ray Studies
Depending on your specific condition, we may take X-rays as well. X-rays help us develop the most effective treatment plan for you, and alert us of any serious spinal conditions. Most people are amazed once they see their X-rays up close. In some cases, they can even identify their misalignments and degeneration themselves.
Report of Findings
Once the information is collected and examinations are performed, your will receive a detailed report of what we have found. It will be presented in plain English, allowing you the opportunity to answer any questions you may have and answer the primary questions most clients initially have:
- How can you help me?
- How often do I need to come in?
- What will my treatment cost?
Taking your health history, goals, and examination results into accounting your spine and X-rays, Dr David will discuss recommendations and notify you if your condition requires care with other providers. Dr David will provide the best treatment and wellness program for your needs.
Treatment
Chirocentre is unique in that it offers our clients variety of rehabilitation and treatment programs. Its your health so you choose. For immediate pain relief options, to rehabilitation and wellness programs, if after your report we can help you, we have a program that will suit your health goals and objectives. Chirocentre prides itself on utilizing the most advanced, gentle, and safe techniques and equipment.
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.
In addition our clients all benefit from the array of health workshops and seminars, from nutrition, to exercise to reducing stress...all designed specifically to assist you in living a vibrant healthy life.