What to Expect on Your First Visit
Your chiropractic and acupuncture treatment need not be an extended process, requiring numerous visits and long-term commitment. Many problems can be corrected in just a few visits with a precise, gentle, thorough approach. With 30 years of experience, combined with a variety of effective techniques, Dr. Dudley and staff will provide patients with fast relief and great overall treatment. The following is an example of what you can expect of your first visit.
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Complete Your Forms Online Before Your Appointment
Save time by completing all of your New Patient forms online before your appointment, in the comfort and convenience of your home. This provides us with general information about you and your condition.
History Consultation and Examination
After you are checked in, you will have a consultation with the staff and doctor to discuss your health-related concerns, take your vitals, and perform an examination to determine the nature and extent of your issue, as well as potential treatment options.
X-ray Studies
Your specific condition may require us to send you to have x-rays performed to either rule out more serious conditions or assist us in developing the most effective treatment plan for you. These x-rays will be performed at a local area radiology facility.
Same Day Treatment
Once finished with the examination and all appropriate studies, patients will generally be provided with their first treatment during this same visit. This may include spinal adjustments, physical modalities, and/or soft tissue therapies.
Home Instructions
Prior to leaving, patients will be given instructions on certain activities or procedures to be conducted at home. This may include ice or heat application instructions, avoidance of certain activities or positions, as well as home exercises and/or stretches. Chiropractic and acupuncture treatment rarely cause discomfort. However, patients may sometimes experience mild soreness or aching following treatment (as with some forms of exercise) that usually resolves itself within 12 to 48 hours.
Schedule Your Next Appointment
You will be given a convenient appointment time for your follow-up visit. Generally speaking, patients are seen within 1-2 days and are provided with a complete review of findings. Treatment options for your condition will also be discussed during this time.
Save time by completing all of your New Patient forms online before your appointment, in the comfort and convenience of your home. This provides us with general information about you and your condition.
History Consultation and Examination
After you are checked in, you will have a consultation with the staff and doctor to discuss your health-related concerns, take your vitals, and perform an examination to determine the nature and extent of your issue, as well as potential treatment options.
X-ray Studies
Your specific condition may require us to send you to have x-rays performed to either rule out more serious conditions or assist us in developing the most effective treatment plan for you. These x-rays will be performed at a local area radiology facility.
Same Day Treatment
Once finished with the examination and all appropriate studies, patients will generally be provided with their first treatment during this same visit. This may include spinal adjustments, physical modalities, and/or soft tissue therapies.
Home Instructions
Prior to leaving, patients will be given instructions on certain activities or procedures to be conducted at home. This may include ice or heat application instructions, avoidance of certain activities or positions, as well as home exercises and/or stretches. Chiropractic and acupuncture treatment rarely cause discomfort. However, patients may sometimes experience mild soreness or aching following treatment (as with some forms of exercise) that usually resolves itself within 12 to 48 hours.
Schedule Your Next Appointment
You will be given a convenient appointment time for your follow-up visit. Generally speaking, patients are seen within 1-2 days and are provided with a complete review of findings. Treatment options for your condition will also be discussed during this time.
