What to expect at your appointment
At In Harmony Chiropractic, we want to make sure that you and your family feel comfortable when you come to us for your Chiropractic care. We pride ourselves on our gentle and welcoming approach and are grateful that you have chosen us to support you on your health journey.
Your Initial Appointment
It’s really important to us that we thoroughly understand your health and health goals. On the first visit we will take your case history, perform a thorough spinal, muscular and neurological examination and relevant orthopaedic testing. This will help us determine whether Chiropractic may help you. If required, spinal X-rays may be requested. Having performed all of the required tests we will compile the results of your case and if necessary, consult with the other chiropractors and develop a working strategy for your care.
Your second visit (Report of Findings)
In order for you to have informed consent around your care this visit involves a discussion about our findings and recommendations for your care. We will go through your spinal assessment results, your x-rays (if they were required), how Chiropractic works and our recommendations for your health care. Once we have answered all your questions, we will be able to deliver your first Chiropractic adjustment.
Your Regular Visits
Each regular visit will focus on the delivery of your chiropractic adjustment as well as additional home advice and/or instruction regarding supportive care such as exercises, nutrition and stress management.
As you move through your care there are three phases that we will discuss with you.
Initial intensive care (the first 6-8 weeks) is aimed at restoring function of your spine and nervous system, increasing flexibility and decreasing obvious symptoms.
Corrective care then follows (weeks to months) aiming to reinforce new neural pathways which help to stabilises the spine further and strengthen ligaments and muscles. Now your healthy spine and nervous system promotes further healing and improved function of the body in general.
Wellness care commences once your spine achieves optimal stability and strength. This involves regular check-ups to maintain spinal alignment and function and maximise optimal health and wellness.
Of course, how long you decide to benefit from chiropractic care is always up to you
Progressive Exams
We regularly review your case and monitor your progress to ensure that we are on track with your health goals. When your outcomes are met you will be given the chance to cease care and we will close your case file or you may opt for one of the many different levels of care that may be available to you.
It is our intention to provide extraordinary service and outstanding chiropractic care. We respect your health choices and we will be there to support you, working with you to achieve and maintain your health goals.