Going to the chiropractor is serious business. this blog will provide a 7-point checklist to review with the chiropractor before you become their patient.
Step 1) Get a Background Check
Before you sign up for care at any chiropractic clinic, you need to verify that the doctor will do a full set of exams before starting any treatment.
Even if your pain is so bad that you just want to try anything, make sure the doctor should always take the time to complete a full set of examinations.
The scope of the examinations must include neurological, orthopedic and physiological exams plus x-rays and surface EMG scan (which will reveal any hidden neurological or muscular issues).
All of these tests are necessary so that your chiropractor knows exactly how best to treat your specific conditions.
Since it is often the case that pain in one area is related to a problem in another, it is essential to fully understand how the other parts of your body may be contributing to your current symptoms.
Without the right analysis, it will not be possible for the chiropractor to eliminate your pain, except by good luck – not really the approach most patients want to take to their pain problem!
So… don’t be shy – be sure to check what tests & examinations the doctor has planned BEFORE you sign up for any care.
All the best,
Dr. Anthony Gondesen
HealthSource of Clear Lake
900 Apollo Lane, Suite A
Clear Lake / Houston TX 77058
Tel. 281-286-2229
www.HealthSourceClearLake.com
