What to Expect at Your First Visit
If you’ve never been to a chiropractor before, it’s completely normal to have questions. At Mission Chiropractic Works, we take the time to understand your condition and create a personalized plan to help you feel better and move better.
Your First Visit
1. Understanding Your History
We start by learning about you and your condition. This helps us identify the root cause of your pain and build the right treatment approach.
- A detailed description of your pain
- How your symptoms started
- Previous injuries or treatments
- Other health factors that may be contributing
- How your pain affects your daily life
- Your goals for treatment
2. Comprehensive Examination
Based on your history, we perform a thorough physical exam to evaluate how your body is functioning.
- Posture and alignment
- Muscle strength and reflexes
- Pain patterns and movement limitations
- How specific movements affect your symptoms
3. X-Rays (If Needed)
In some cases, we may take digital x-rays to get a clearer view of your spine and underlying structures.
This allows us to:
- Rule out underlying conditions
- Evaluate joint and disc health
- Identify structural or alignment issues
- Create a more precise treatment plan
4. Clear Diagnosis
After reviewing your history, exam findings, and any imaging, we will explain exactly what’s going on and what is causing your symptoms.
You’ll have a clear understanding of your condition and the path forward.
5. Personalized Treatment Plan
Your treatment plan is tailored specifically to your condition and goals.
Treatment may include:
- Chiropractic adjustments
- Soft tissue therapy
- Spinal decompression
- Posture correction
- Rehabilitation exercises
Our Goal
Our goal is not just to relieve pain, but to help you stay pain-free and functioning at your best long-term.
Still have questions? Here is a list of our most common questions that we receive.
Ready to Get Started?
If you’re dealing with pain or discomfort, we’re here to help.
When I was completely pain free just three months later, a new x-ray showed the visible change in the curve of my upper spine. As a result, I felt confident that her treatment methods were effective and worthwhile.”
