Never Seen a Chiropractor Before
- Usually when you ask a person what they know about chiropractors, you get two
different responses. Either they know completely nothing about chiropractors, or they know that a chiropractor is the doctor you see for back pain or auto injuries.
- Chiropractic Doctor Trent Artichoker will take the time to answer your questions
and make you feel as comfortable as possible when you receive your first chiropractic adjustment.
Paperwork
History
- After the necessary initial paperwork has been filled out, Dr. Artichoker will go
through your:
- Chief Complaint History
- Relevant Past Health History
- Relevant Family Health History
- Personal, Social Health History
Exam
- Your initial exam will consist of testing different systems of your body with well
known orthopedic, neurologic, and biomechanic tests. In consideration of your history, and possible imaging, Dr. Artichoker will determine the state of your:
- muscular system
- nervous system
- skeletal system
- if warranted a screening of your heart, lung, and abdomen
Imaging/Lab work
- Some conditions might require advanced technological imaging such as:
- MRI, CT scan, SPECT bone scan, X-ray,or Videoflouroscopy.
- Imaging is performed at Advanced Medical Imaging
- Some conditions might also require lab work to help determine your diagnosis.
ROF
- The ROF or Review of Findings will be given to you after your exam and will
include a discussion of your options, exam findings, treatment schedule, and an opportunity to ask questions
Treatment
- At Denver Chiropractic, LLC, treatment will begin the same day as your
appointment and could consist of any combination of our services.
At Home
- You may be given stretches or strengthening exercises to do at home after your
first visit.
- You may be sore after your first visit. It is a similar response that you would get
after going on a long hike, or going to the gym. It is a healthy response.
Questions? Contact Dr. Artichoker
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