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During your visit, your Doctor of Chiropractic will compile your total health profile. You will be asked about your own and your family's medical history, your vital statistics, diet, injuries, other treatment you may have had or are currently receiving, and the physical movement involved in performing your job.
Your chiropractor will perform a physical examination, possibly including laboratory analysis and X-rays. The doctor will carefully examine your spine, both at rest and in motion. The goal is to offer a diagnosis and treatment plan. Referral to other providers will be ordered if necessary.
Information from the American Chiropractic Association:
Your First Chiropractic Visit
What Should I Tell My Doctor?
Are X-rays Really Necessary?
Please feel free to print and complete the General Intake Forms and Privacy Notice prior to your first visit. Bring the completed forms to your initial appointment will expedite the initial examination process for you.
If your primary complaint is
What Do Chiropractors Treat?
People commonly see Doctors of Chiropractic for backache, whiplash, and disc problems brought on by injuries to the back and neck, as well as repetitive stress damage including carpal tunnel syndrome and sports injuries. Success in treating headaches, both migraine and common, has enhanced the appeal of chiropractic treatment Chiropractors also have had some success in treating allergies and digestive disorders.
For more, see Conditions Treated and Wellness Care vs. Illness Care.
Who Sees A Chiropractor?
People from all walks of life. Nearly half of all Minnesotans have visited a Doctor of Chiropractic. Women tend to see chiropractors more often than men, and children also see chiropractors for treatment of problems ranging from sports injuries to colic. Many individuals also see chiropractors to promote their general well-being.
For more, see Choosing a Chiropractor, Chiropractic is for Everyone, and Wellness Care vs. Illness Care.
Will The Chiropractor Work On My Spine?
Depending on whether or not your chiropractor finds a problem with your vertebrae, your spine may be manipulated or adjusted. The adjustment is usually made by hand. You may be asked to lie on an adjusting table, where the doctor applies pressure to the areas of the spine that are out of alignment or not moving properly.
How Many Times Will I Need To See My Chiropractor?
That depends on what, if any, problems are found. Your doctor most likely will have treated many problems of a similar nature and thus may be able to give you a good estimate of the necessary treatment.
How Else Might My Doctor Treat My Problems?
Chiropractors use other natural therapies, including heat, cold, water, massage, light, and vitamins. Other forms of physiologic therapies include electrical stimulation, ultrasound, traction, diet and acupuncture. Your doctor also may ask you to perform some exercises at home to improve your health.
For more, see Healthy Living Tips, also available in Spanish.
How Is A Doctor Of Chiropractic Educated?
Training requires a minimum of six years of college and clinic internship before licensure. Areas of scientific study include anatomy, neurology, bacteriology, pathology, physiology, biochemistry, pediatrics, geriatrics, spinal biomechanics, orthopedics, X-ray, cardiology, nutrition, physiotherapy, gastrointestinal and genitourinary systems, and infectious diseases. Every chiropractic graduate must pass a national exam and be tested by the State Board of Chiropractic Examiners to be licensed.
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