FAQ'S

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FAQ'S

What is Chiropractic?

Your first appointment includes a consultation, examination, and most likely treatment. You’ll want to allow for at least one hour with the doctor. The consultation consists of discussing details of your health and nutritional history and specifics of the current problem. The examination consists of posture and gait analysis, neurological, orthopedic, and muscle testing, assessment of spinal movement and range of motion. Depending on the exam findings, treatment may be initiated on the initial visit or the patient may be referred for further diagnostic tests or to another physician.


We strongly encourage you to complete the following form prior to visiting Dr. Klein. Click on the links to download the form. You can then fill out, print and bring the completed form with you to your first visit.

How Does Chiropractic Work?

Chiropractic works by restoring your inborn ability to be healthy. When under the proper control of your nervous system, all the cells, tissues and organs of your body are designed to resist disease. When there is interference, or disruption to the nervous system from physical, emotional or chemical stresses, the body cannot heal itself. The common interference to the nervous system is the 24 movable vertebrae that make up the spinal column. When one or more of these vertebrae become misaligned they can impinge or pinch on the nerves that flow through them. This in turn blocks the communication from the brain to that part of the body. This then can cause pain, inflammation, tension and restricted range of motion.



Chiropractic treatments re-align and/or move these vertebrae into a more natural position, releasing the pressure on the nerve(s), and therefore allowing the brain to regain communication with that area of the body. The body then uses its own innate intelligence to decrease the swelling, regain for a normal range of motion, relax the muscles and get rid of pain and disease.

What Do Chiropractic Physicians Do?

Helping to restore the proper biomechanics and improved nervous system function begins with a comprehensive case history. This gives the doctor a background about your health, such as allergies, surgeries, accidents, and the onset of your current condition as well as other details affecting your health.


After reviewing your history, a thorough orthopedic, neurological, physical and chiropractic examination is performed. X-ray may be taken to uncover structural and functional problems associated with your spinal column. These examinations help to identify areas of spinal malfunction and resulting nervous system deficit.


The findings of these exams are explained in a detailed and personalized report of Findings. The doctor will then prescribe a plan of treatment based on your age, spinal health and severity of your condition. Progress is monitored with periodic re-examinations and x-rays if warranted. Your Chiropractor may also prescribe physiotherapies in conjunction with your Chiropractic adjustment. These therapies help to speed the healing process.

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