Report of Findings

After your first visit the doctor studies your X-rays, exam notes and information you supplied so that we can tell you exactly what the cause of your condition is and the recommended course of treatment.

He will show you your X-rays and explain to you what they mean and where the trouble areas are. He will also explain to you which nerves are involved and what systems of the body they affect. The doctor will ask you "What type of treatment you want; relief care or corrective care?" Based on your answer he will give you his recommendations and arrange for a financial consultation. You will leave this report knowing that the doctor will be able to help you and you will feel confident that your choice of doctors was correct.

We’ll spend about 15 minutes reviewing our findings with you and offering answers to the four questions most patients have when they consult our office:

DC and patient at report of findings
  • What’s wrong?
  • Can chiropractic help?
  • How long will it take?
  • How much will it cost?

We will review your X-rays and explain to you what they mean and where the trouble areas are. The doctor will also explain to you which nerves are involved and what systems of the body they affect. You will be asked what type of treatment you want; relief care or corrective care.  Based on your answer we will give you care recommendations and arrange for a financial consultation. You will leave this report knowing that the doctor will be able to help you and you will feel confident that your choice of doctors was correct.

If you have any other questions, be sure to ask!

You’ll Have Choices

Based on our findings, we’ll make recommendations and you’ll be presented with some choices:

  • Proceed with chiropractic care
  • Seek the opinion of another practitioner
  • Ignore the problem hoping it will resolve
  • Medication to reduce symptoms (referral required)
  • Physical therapy (referral required)
  • Surgical intervention (referral required)

Working Together

Chiropractic care is a partnership approach to better health. Part of your recovery is based on what we do, and the other part on what you do:

Our Job 
Your Job
See you as a person, not a condition...Desire health 
Respect your privacy and your time...Get involved
Provide a comfortable office setting...Keep your visits
Honor your individual health goals...Follow advice
Explain our procedures and findings...Ask questions
Monitor and report your progress...Expect results
Refer to other specialists as needed...Stay optimistic
Show you ways to get and stay well...Seek answers
Charge a fair fee for our services...Pay your bill
Offer state-of-the art chiropractic...Tell others
 
With clear boundaries in place and our respective responsibilities identified, it’s time to begin your care!

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The Doctor Asks some important questions of interest to Clearwater residents - Chiropractor Clearwater The Doctor Asks...

What does a chiropractic adjustment do?
Chiropractic adjustments give your spine a little "nudge" at the right place, right time and the right direction so your body can use that energy to "right" itself. With a schedule of consistent chiropractic visits, a new, healthier spinal pattern emerges.
What is the significance of "growing pains?"
Chiropractors know that aches or pains at any age mean something's not right. In fact, many children go through stages of growth without aches or pains. So while "growing pains" may be common, they're not normal. That's why our Clearwater chiropractic practice sees lots of children. A chiropractic checkup for your child can often help detect and correct problems that are more difficult to correct in Clearwater adults.