What to expect on your first appointment?

You will need to allow between 30 and 45 minutes for your initial consultation. This will include:

• discussing your present problem and medical history,
• a full examination (you will probably be asked to undress to your underwear - depending on your ailment. A gown will be offered),
• an explanation of the examination findings and a proposed course of action, and
• (probably) your first treatment.

Chiropractic treatment often means manually moving joints to get them working properly again. This is called an adjustment and sometimes it produces a click or pop as the joint moves. This is not anything breaking or cracking - it is simply a gas bubble within the joint popping! If you are in great pain or very nervous, however, there are gentler techniques, which you may be more comfortable with. These may also be more suitable if you suffer from osteoporosis, or various other conditions. Each treatment is tailored to each individual.

Subsequent visits are shorter and often simple stretches or exercises will be prescribed or advice given on posture or how to perform certain activities, such as lifting. This is to help your recovery and also try and prevent the same problem happening again. Sometimes a check up every few months may be recommened to keep your spine or other joints in good shape.