Your First Appointment for Chronic Pain

Your First Appointment at The Spine Clinic for Chronic Pain: What To Expect

If you've never seen a chiropractor before, you may be nervous before your first visit. After all, a chiropractor is a bit different from a general practitioner or most specialists. To help you be prepared, here's what to expect at your first chiropractic appointment at The Spine Clinic.
 

Initial Review of your Medical History

The first thing that happens at The Spine Clinic is the first thing that happens at any doctor's office: the chiropractor will review your medical history. This includes your family history and past medical problems. Our chiropractor, Dr. Lydon McGill, will pay special attention to any physical limitations and chronic pain that you're experiencing.
 

Chiropractic Evaluation

Next, Dr. McGill will assess your current medical issues. He will test your reflexes, range of motion, and muscle strength. Additionally, he will ask where you're hurting and get an idea of what might be causing your pain.

Dr. McGill will closely examine the areas where you're experiencing pain, paying special attention to your neck and spine as they are usually where the source of all your pain is located. If necessary, he will order X-rays of your neck and spine.
 

Determining a Treatment Plan for your Chronic Pain

After evaluating your current condition, Dr. McGill will come up with a treatment plan to help ease or remove your chronic pain. Your plan may include physical therapy, spinal adjustments, or physiotherapy.

He will also give you advice on any lifestyle changes that will help you speed up your healing process. This may include changes in your diet or exercise routines. Afterward, Dr. McGill will give you a chance to ask any questions you may have about your treatment plan.
 

Visit The Spine Clinic in Salem for Expert Chiropractic Treatment

If you're experiencing chronic pain in your spine or muscles, visit The Spine Clinic in Salem, OR. We treat back pain, shoulder pain, neck pain, whiplash, and osteoarthritis. Dr. McGill has been providing people in Salem, OR with relief from their chronic pain for over 40 years. Contact them today to learn more.