Patient Forms
Upon entering our office our receptionist will greet you and welcome you as a member of our family. We will request you fill our patient forms located in the New Patient Center. The paperwork provides us with general information about yourself and your condition.
Consultation
Next you will have a consultation with Dr. Rodriguez to discuss your health-related problems, concerns, as well as potential treatment options. Your first visit is designed for Dr. Rodriguez to learn more about you, your condition and your expectations to determine whether chiropractic care meet your goals.
Examination
After your consultation, Dr. Rodriguez will perform a complete chiropractic examination testing your reflexes, your ability to turn and bend as well as other standard neurological, orthopedic, postural, and physical examinations. Nothing will be done in our office without your consent.
X-Ray Studies
Your specific condition may require us to take x-rays to get a full evaluation of a patient. X-rays help us rule out more serious conditions or assist us in developing the most effective treatment plan for you. Most people are amazed once they see their x-rays and can often immediately identify their misalignments and degeneration themselves.
Report of Findings
Once all the information and examinations have been performed, Dr. Rodriguez will give you a report of findings to answer the following crucial questions:
- Identify what the problem is?
- In what condition is your spine?
- Can Chiropractic help?
After discussing with you your history and your goals, examining your spine and reviewing any x-rays or tests, Dr. Rodriguez will discuss recommendations with you. If you have a condition that requires care with other providers, the doctor will tell you. If Dr. Rodriguez believes we can help you, we will recommend treatment and a wellness program.
Treatment
Patients will generally be provided with their first treatment at the conclusion of the appointment. This may include spinal adjustments, physical therapies, and/or soft tissue therapies. If you are in pain when you first come into our office this may include ice or heat application instructions, avoidance of certain activities or positions, as well as home exercises and/or stretches. Treatment is interactive with you so you can express any concerns you have about the style of adjustment you will be most comfortable with. After receiving your first adjustment you will be asked to come in on the following day to discuss your specific care plan.
Wellness Program
If you desire an overall wellness lifestyle, Dr. Rodriguez will work with you to create good habits and routines that support your success. Every body is unique and different and therefore everyone requires a unique and customized wellness plan. Dr. Rodriguez gives weekly patient orientation classes where new patients can understand in more detail the importance of Chiropractic as part of an overall health maintenance plan. The foundation of our overall wellness lifestyle is maintaining healthy posture and good spinal alignment, eating a healthy diet, taking supplements, keeping your weight under control and stress relief.