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Your First Visit: What to Expect at Your Wichita Chiropractor

 Your Health Journey Starts Here: What to Expect on Day One

Taking the first step toward relief is often the hardest part, especially if you’ve never visited a chiropractor before. You might be wondering: Will it hurt? Will I get an adjustment? How long will it take?

At Wellness @ Work in Wichita, KS, we are committed to making your first visit completely comfortable and transparent. Your first appointment is dedicated entirely to discovery—understanding your history, identifying the root cause of your pain, and ensuring chiropractic care is the absolute best path forward for you.

Here is a step-by-step guide to what you can expect when you walk through our doors.

Phase 1: Discovery & Medical History

Your first visit is structured like any comprehensive medical consultation, focusing on your specific complaints and your complete health history.

  1. The Intake: You will start by filling out paperwork. This covers your past injuries, surgeries, medications, and lifestyle habits.
  2. The Consultation: You will sit down one-on-one with your Wichita Doctor of Chiropractic (DC). This is your time to share your story. We will ask detailed questions about your current pain:
    • Where is the pain located?
    • When did it start, and how did it happen?
    • What makes it better or worse?
    • What are your goals for recovery?

 

Phase 2: The Comprehensive Examination

Once we understand your history, the examination begins. This is where your DC uses specialized tests to identify what may be causing your symptoms.

  1. General Health Checks: We will perform routine checks, including blood pressure, pulse, and reflexes, just like at any doctor's office.
  2. The Chiropractic Exam: This focuses specifically on your neuromusculoskeletal system. We will assess:
    • Posture and Gait: How you stand and walk.
    • Range of Motion: How far can you comfortably move your joints and spine.
    • Palpation: We will use our hands to feel your spine, muscles, and joints to identify stiffness, tenderness, or misalignment.
    • Orthopedic & Neurological Tests: Specific tests to rule out serious conditions indicate nerve involvement (like sciatica).
  3. Diagnostic Studies (If Needed): Though often not necessary, based on your history and exam findings, your DC may determine that further imaging is necessary (like X-rays or an MRI) to ensure complete safety and accuracy in diagnosis. We will discuss the necessity of any imaging with you upfront.

 

Phase 3: The Report of Findings & Treatment Plan

Once the exam is complete, your chiropractor will consolidate all the information into a clear, understandable report. This is where we explain what is wrong and if or how we can help.

  • Diagnosis: You will be told, in plain language, what condition you have (e.g., lumbar sprain, herniated disc, tension headache).
  • Treatment Plan: We will present a customized treatment plan outlining the types of treatments we recommend (adjustments, decompression, specific exercises) and the anticipated frequency and duration of care.
  • Shared Decision Making: You are always in control. We will review the risks, benefits, and alternatives to any proposed procedure, and we will only proceed with care when you are 100% comfortable.

 

 

 

Will I Get an Adjustment on the First Visit?

It depends entirely on your specific condition and our findings.

  • Yes: If your condition is straightforward, and the findings clearly indicate that an adjustment is safe and appropriate, we will often provide your first gentle adjustment to start the healing process immediately.
  • No: If your case is complex, requires additional imaging (X-rays), or if the DC determines you need a referral to another specialist first, we will prioritize your safety and begin treatment on a subsequent visit if indicated.

Ready to Start Your Pain-Free Life in Wichita?

The goal of your first visit is to replace uncertainty with clarity and provide a compassionate path to relief. If you're searching for a professional, trusted chiropractor in Wichita, KS, who puts safety first, we invite you to give us a call.

Contact Wellness at Work, PA today to schedule your consultation and take the most important step toward feeling better.

316-684-4888 | 837 S. Hillside, Wichita, KS 67211

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