Services @ Chiropractic for Life
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What to expect:
At your first visit:
We require you to fill out our patient forms. Download Here - office form
Consultation: Next you will have a consultation with Dr. Barbara Smith
to determine if chiropractic can help you and meet your goals.
Exam: If Dr. Barbara Smith decides she can help you she will perform a
neurological, orthopedic and a chiropractic exam.
X-rays: If x-rays are indicated she will discuss this with you. X-rays can help to confirm your diagnosis and improve results with your personal treatment plan.
At your 2nd visit:
Dr. Barbara Smith will go over your report of finding and discuss recommendations for care.
Adjustments:
Dr. Barbara Smith uses diversified and low force techniques, such as Activator Methods and Koren Specific Technique (KST) to adjust and correct Subluxations.
What to expect after your first adjustment:
Although the adjustments don't take long to do, your body will be processing your first adjustment for several hours. You may feel no change, relaxed, or experience some soreness before you feel better. These are all normal responses and will vary between patients.
Types of Care:
Relief Care
Corrective Care
Strengthening and Maintenance Care
Services at Chiropractic for Life
Chiropractic Low Force Techiques
Activator Methods:
This requires a hand held instrument that has been specifically designed to deliver a controlled light thrust. Activator adjustments are specific and suitable for all types of patients ranging from newborns to seniors.
Network Spinal Analysis:
NSA is an exciting, new development in chiropractic associated with long-term benefits in health, emotional state and quality of life. It is a safe, gentle and effective approach for everyone.
Koren Specific Technique:
This is a low force specific technique that gently corrects spinal & structural systems. It also has a protocol for cranial bone adjusting. KST can be used standing, sitting or laying down.
Chiropractic Low Force Techiques
Diagnostic Testing
Surface EMG:
A spinal scan helps us to detect areas of nerve interference. It also allows us to document and monitor your results. These tests do not hurt and do not utilize any needles, electric shock or heat. With spinal scans, you are able to see the changes. It will be easier to understand the amount and type of care you need to benefit long term.
Gait Scan:
The Gait Scan is a state of the art technology which helps to assess and analyze your feet. It helps to detect abnormal foot alignment and gait issues which could be corrected with custom made orthotics.
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Complimentary Classes
20 Minutes to Health:
This is a health and wellness workshop recommended by Dr. Barbara Smith. Attendance is required in the first month of care. Our clinic focuses on education. Research shows that a teaching environment is safest and best for results. You may bring a loved one, friend or co-worker to this
workshop.
Workshops are every Tuesdays at 6:30pm at Chiropractic for Life. Come and learn how to get well and stay well. Please register at the front desk.
Stretch Classes:
On Mondays at 12:30pm, Dr. Barbara Smith does a complimentary stretch class for her patients and their guests. If you would like to attend this class please register with the front desk.
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Corporate & Community Workshops & Health Assessments
•Postural Assessments
•Health Fairs & Screenings
•Managing Work Stress
Lunch and Learns and more