Patient Forms
Upon entering our office, our receptionist will welcome you as a new member of our practice. You will be provided with New Patient forms for completion. You can also access forms on our website under "New Patient Center". This paperwork provides us with your health history and information on your condition.
Consultation
Next, you will have a consultation with your chosen or assigned provider to discuss your health-related problems, concerns, and potential treatment options. This initial visit is designed for our doctors to learn more about you, your condition, and expectations to determine how chiropractic care can meet your goals.
Examination
After your consultation, our doctors 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
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. X-rays (Radiographs) of the spine is still considered the simplest and most common diagnostic tool used by doctors to evaluate skeletal problems. X-rays can gather an astonishing amount of necessary information about the patient. Above and beyond ruling out pathologies and possible fractures, X-rays can be used to show mensuration lines that can be used to determine and document specific structural impairments. X-rays are the basis for documentation of structural and spine abnormalities.
Report of Findings
Once the information is collected and examinations are performed, Dr. James H. Adams, Robert W. Adams, Laurence J. Adams 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?
Once the information is collected and examinations are performed, Dr. James H. Adams, Robert W. Adams, Laurence J. Adams 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, your Doctor will discuss recommendations and notify you if your condition requires care with other providers. Our Doctors 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 spinal adjustments, physical therapy, and myofascial release. Myofascial release therapy is a chiropractic care approach to relieving tension and pain in the fascia. It focuses on relieving muscle tightness and shortness in the trigger points. It is a form of physical therapy that is commonly used.Treatment is interactive, and we welcome questions 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.