First Visit

Brief Paperwork

Before your first visit, we have some paperwork for you to fill out. The paperwork provides us with general information about yourself and the problem you are seeing us for. We have provided links for these forms. Please bring these completed forms with you to your first appointment.
Consent
Confidential Patient Data, page 1
Confidential Patient Data, page 2

History & Examination

In order to determine what your problem is, the doctors and physical therapist will first take a patient history, asking questions about your current problem and your overall health history. Next, a chiropractic and orthopedic examination will be performed. Information from the history and examination help determine what structures you have injured, whether chiropractic treatment or physical therapy can help, and what exercises or other home care measures are indicated.

Imaging Studies

Most problems do not require x-rays or advanced imaging (MRI, CT), but if necessary they will be done at Martha Jefferson Hospital, where a medical radiologist as well as Dr. Brown or Dr. Spillman will review the films.

Consultation

Following the History and Examination, we will explain the problem and discuss how chiropractic treatment or physical therapy can help, the role of posture and exercises, the length of treatment, or, when appropriate, referrals to other providers.

Same Day Treatment

Once finished with the history and exam, patients will generally be provided with their first treatment during this same visit. This generally includes spinal adjustments, physical therapies, and exercises.

Home Instructions

Prior to leaving, patients will be given instructions on certain activities or procedures to be conducted at home. This may include ice or heat application, avoidance of certain activities or positions, posture and activity advice, as well as home exercises and/or stretches.

Schedule Your Next Appointment

You will be given a convenient appointment time for any necessary follow-up visits.