Your experience will begin with a warm welcome and an introduction to the clinic. A Health Care Assistant will meet with you to review your paperwork and gather important details about your health history, including your current symptoms, past injuries, medical conditions, lifestyle habits, and any medications you may be taking. The consultation helps our Chiropractors understand what options can or should be explored, and helps you understand if chiropractic care is right for you.
If you agree to move forward with the examination, a Health Care Assistant will take your vitals and guide you through a basic range of motion assessment to evaluate how well your body is moving. Then, you’ll meet with a Chiropractor for a detailed physical exam, which may include posture analysis, orthopedic and neurological testing, and spine palpations.
After your initial examination, your Chiropractor may recommend X-rays to rule out any underlying issues before moving forward with a recommended treatment plan. A spinal X-ray is like a life size blueprint and allows our doctors to assess the structure and alignment (subluxations) closely.
Your Chiropractor will explain their findings, set health goals with you, and create a personalized treatment plan designed to help you reach those goals. The treatment plan may include adjustments and additional support from our other providers, including physical therapists, acupuncturist, massage therapist, or primary care physician, based on your condition.
We recommend downloading and completing our new patient form ahead of time to reduce wait time and ensuring you have your photo ID and insurance card on the day of your appointment. Other than that, be prepared to discuss your health history, including any prescription medications you have or are currently taking.
It depends on your unique situation. The goal of the first visit is to a) establish whether our co-management approach is right for you and b) develop a treatment plan. Depending on the level of pain you’re experiencing and other factors, your Chiropractor may perform the first adjustment on the same day.
After your first adjustment, you’ll start to experience reduced pain and improved mobility, but it’s also not uncommon to experience temporary side effects like mild soreness, similar to how you might feel after beginning a new exercise routine. This soreness should fade within a day or two as your body adjusts to the new treatment. Your Chiropractor will always let you know what to expect, provide tips to support your recovery at home, and help you feel confident as you move forward with your care plan.
Yes! Services offered by Total Health Systems are covered by insurance and most local HMOs. Injuries resulting from auto accidents are 100% covered by auto insurance, and many in-home injuries are covered by homeowners’ policies. Our insurance department will be happy to review your insurance plan and fill out any of the paperwork required by your insurance carrier. Our patients are not billed for any service without prior explanation and their approval first. Please call our insurance office at (586) 228-0270 to obtain more information on chiropractic coverage by your insurance company.
If you don’t have insurance, you will still receive an estimate for our services. Please see our Good Faith Estimate page for more information.
During first examinations, we typically focus on X-rays, range of motion assessments, and standard physical exams. However, we may incorporate additional testing, including body fat analysis, spirometry, and electrocardiograms, based on your existing condition(s). Your Chiropractor will let you know which tests are recommended.
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