First Chiropractic Visit
Laying the foundation for total health
Phase 1:
Relief Care
If you are in pain when you come into our Gresham chiropractic office, our first objective is to help you reduce pain and start feeling better as soon as possible. Depending on the severity of the underlying condition which is causing your pain, it is typical for a patient to need chiropractic care or adjustments 2-3 times per week for 4-12 weeks.
Phase 2:
Corrective/Restorative Care
During the corrective phase of chiropractic care, muscles and other tissues are allowed to heal more completely, which helps prevent further injury or pain. The goal of corrective or restorative chiropractic care is to help bring your body back to 100% functioning. It is typical to need chiropractic care or adjustments about 4-8 times per month for 6-24 months, depending on your overall health and the severity of your problem.
Phase 3:
Wellness Care
Once your body has fully healed and you are no longer experiencing back pain or other pain symptoms, it is important to come in for periodic chiropractic adjustments to avoid further problems in the future. Usually, this phase of chiropractic care only requires a quick visit to the chiropractor 1-4 times per month, based on your lifestyle and goals.
There Is Hope!
- 1- Schedule Your Consultation – Your first visit will include a warm welcome, consultation and complete body assessment and any necessary x-rays.
- 2- Receive Your Personalized Care Plan – On your second visit, you’ll receive recommendations best-suited for you, a review of your x-rays (if applicable), and space to ask all your questions.
- 3- Thrive Beyond Pain Relief – Experience hope and the power of chiropractic care as you move into a happy, healthy future feeling and healing better than ever before.
Your First Visit
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 Mark Betsill, this initial consultation is designed for our chiropractors to learn more about you, your condition, and expectations to determine how chiropractic care can meet your goals.
Examination
After your consultation, Mark Betsill will perform a complete chiropractic examination testing your reflexes, flexibility, and overall health. Other standard neurological, orthopedic, postural, and physical tests will be performed as well, however, nothing will be done during the examination without your full understanding and approval.
X-Ray Studies
Depending on your specific condition, there is a potential that we may need to take X-rays. X-rays help us develop the most effective customized plan for you and will allow our professionals to know of any serious spinal conditions. Most people are amazed once they can fully see what ailment is plaguing them.
Report of Findings
Once our professionals have collected and examined you and our findings, Mark Betsill will give you a detailed report of what was discovered and answer any questions including:
- How can you help me?
- How many visits will be required to fix this?
- What will my treatment cost?
We want you to know you are in good hands and to do this, Dr. Betsill will present a personalized, expert care plan specific to you.
Treatment
At the conclusion of this initial appointment, you will make the final determination of what to do for your first treatment. This may include effective adjustments, physical therapy, and/or muscle work. Treatments are entirely interactive, so you can ask 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.
Your First Visit
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 Mark Betsill to discuss your health-related problems, concerns, and potential treatment options. This initial visit is designed for our chiropractors to learn more about you, your condition, and expectations to determine how chiropractic care can meet your goals.
Examination
After your consultation, Mark Betsill 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, Mark Betsill will give you a detailed report of all findings and answer any questions including:
1. How can you help me?
2. How often do I need to come in?
3. What will my treatment cost?
After reviewing your health history, goals, and examining your spine and X-rays, our chiropractors will discuss recommendations and notify you if your condition requires care with other providers. Dr. Betsill will present a personalized, expert care plan specific to you.
Treatment
At the conclusion of this initial appointment, you can choose to experience your first treatment. This may include spinal adjustments, physical therapy, and/or muscle work. Treatment is interactive, so you can express concerns 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.
