Our Approach
We strive to do everything in our power to help relieve our patient’s headaches, back or joint pain back. We are also committed to providing each patient customized lifestyle recommendations on how to avoid future episodes. Here’s some of what to expect at the first chiropractic visit, during which time Dr. Lloyd will complete a thorough consultation lasting which takes approximatley 30-45 minutes.
Full Patient History
In preparation for consultation with the chiropractor, you will be asked to fill out forms that provide background information about the symptoms and condition. Types of questions the chiropractor might ask include:
Patients are also usually asked to provide information on family medical history, any pre-existing medical conditions or prior injuries, and previous and current health providers and treatments.
Chiropractic Physical Examination
Dr. Lloyd will conduct a thorough chiropractic examination including general tests such as well as specific orthopedic and neurological tests to assess:
Further chiropractic tests may be necessary to assess the affected area (such as having the patient move in a specific manner, posture analysis or X-Rays.
Chiropractic diagnosis
History, physical examination and any diagnostic studies lead to a specific diagnosis. Once the diagnosis is established, Dr. Lloyd will determine if the condition will respond to chiropractic care. The chiropractor will explain to a patient their:
Full Patient History
In preparation for consultation with the chiropractor, you will be asked to fill out forms that provide background information about the symptoms and condition. Types of questions the chiropractor might ask include:
- When and how did the pain start?
- Where is it located?
- Is it a result of an injury?
- What activities/circumstances makes it better?
- What activities/circumstances makes it worse?
Patients are also usually asked to provide information on family medical history, any pre-existing medical conditions or prior injuries, and previous and current health providers and treatments.
Chiropractic Physical Examination
Dr. Lloyd will conduct a thorough chiropractic examination including general tests such as well as specific orthopedic and neurological tests to assess:
- Range of motion of the affected part
- Muscle tone
- Muscle strength
- Neurological integrity
Further chiropractic tests may be necessary to assess the affected area (such as having the patient move in a specific manner, posture analysis or X-Rays.
Chiropractic diagnosis
History, physical examination and any diagnostic studies lead to a specific diagnosis. Once the diagnosis is established, Dr. Lloyd will determine if the condition will respond to chiropractic care. The chiropractor will explain to a patient their:
- Diagnosed condition
- Individualized chiropractic treatment plan including manipulations, acupuncture and/or deep tissue work
- Anticipated length of chiropractic care
- Exercises, home-care and other treatment options.