BECOMING A PATIENT: Important Information
So you're interested in becoming a patient...that's great! To start the process, all you need to do is call our office at 770-760-1394 and set up a time. We'll be happy to assist you in finding the best time to schedule your first appointment. You can even fill out your initial paperwork on our web site.
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Day 1
60 Minutes
At the first appointment, we'll need you to fill out a few forms that will help us understand your problem more fully. Once you're done, you'll meet with Dr. Sheila who will spend about 30-60 minutes with you. During this time, a review of your pertinent history will be covered, a chiropractic examination will be performed, and if you're accepted as a patient, radiographs (x-rays) will be taken.60 Minutes
Following the consultation, examination, and radiographs, your radiographs will be reviewed. Once all of your findings have been covered and any questions you may have are answered, you'll be ready for your adjustment. Dr. Sheila will explain how the adjustment works and what it will feel like (very, very gentle!). Because Dr. Sheila uses the Atlas Orthogonal Precision Instrument, your neck will never be twisted or popped. To adjust the rest of the spine, Dr. Sheila uses an activator, a hand-held instrument that looks like a miniature pogo stick, to gently and effectively re-align the spine. Our office will only perform the most gentle and specific methods available today.
To learn more about the upper cervical spine, the necessary radiographs, and the atlas adjustment CLICK HERE.
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Other Visits
10-15 Minutes
On subsequent visits, Dr. Sheila will determine whether or not you have a subluxation, or a misaligned bone that causes nerve interference. If you do, a specific chiropractic adjustment will be performed as necessary. If you're not in need of an adjustment (congratulations!) Dr. Sheila will estimate your spinal stability and set up a later appointment.10-15 Minutes
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If you would like to speed up your initial visit, CLICK HERE to fill out our paperwork.