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. This paperwork provides us with your health history and information on your condition.
Consultation
Next, you will have a consultation with Dr. Jennifer Stevens to discuss your health-related problems, concerns, and potential treatment options. This initial visit is designed for Dr. Jennifer Stevens to learn more about you, your condition, and expectations to determine how chiropractic care can meet your goals.
Examination
After your consultation, Dr. Jennifer Stevens 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 refer you out to have x-rays taken. 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, Dr. Jennifer Stevens will give you a detailed report of all findings and answer any questions including:
- How can you help me?
- How often do I need to come in?
- What will my treatment cost?
After reviewing your health history, goals, and examining your spine and X-rays, Dr. Jennifer Stevens will discuss recommendations and notify you if your condition requires care with other providers. Dr. Jennifer Stevens will provide the best treatment and wellness program for your needs.
Treatment
Dr. Stevens believes in treating her patients the way she would want to be treated. The treatment is designed according to your condition. It will include physical therapy modalities such as electrical muscle stimulation with hydrotherapy or ultra-sound to the area of complaint. Then she will perform trigger point massage, mild stretching, and either manual, a gentle activator adjustment, or a cox-flexion distraction procedure.
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.