Your First Visit

Patient Forms

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Upon entering our office, our receptionist will welcome you as a member of our family. We will request that you complete our patient forms located in the New Patient Center. This paperwork provides us with your health history and information on your condition.
Patient Forms

Consultation

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Next, you will have a consultation with Dr. Burtenshaw & Dr. Elliott to discuss your health-related problems, concerns, and potential treatment options. This initial visit is designed for Dr. Burtenshaw & Dr. Elliott to learn more about you, your condition, and expectations to determine how chiropractic care can meet your goals.

Examination

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After your consultation, Dr. Burtenshaw & Dr. Elliott will perform a complete chiropractic examination testing your reflexes and flexibility. Other standard neurological, orthopedic, postural, and physical tests will be performed as well. However, nothing will be done in our office without your consent.

Imaging Studies

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Depending on your specific condition, we may order x-rays or advanced imaging such as MRI or CT. We refer out to several imaging centers in the valley to accommodate your specific needs. Evidence based guidelines and standard of care best practices recommend using imaging studies only to confirm the diagnosis not “see what we find.” Diagnosis should primarily come from a good history and physical examination performed by your healthcare provider. Treatment should be patient focused, not over relying on imaging to direct treatment. In the absence of acute trauma or emergency situations, we only order imaging when expected outcomes and timelines are not being met.

Report of Findings

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Once the information is collected and examinations are performed, Dr. Burtenshaw & Dr. Elliott will give you a detailed report of all findings and answer any questions including:

  1. How can you help me?
  2. How often do I need to come in?
  3. What will my treatment cost?

After reviewing your health history, goals, and examining your spine and X-rays, Dr. Burtenshaw & Dr. Elliott will discuss recommendations and notify you if your condition requires care with other providers. Dr. Burtenshaw & Dr. Elliott will provide the best treatment and wellness program for your needs.

Report of Findings

Treatment

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 At the conclusion of this initial  appointment, you can choose to  experience your first treatment. This may include spinal adjustments, physical therapy, and/or soft tissue massage.  Treatment is interactive, so  you can express concerns about the different styles of treatment  anytime.

Treatment

Wellness Program

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Prior to leaving, the doctor will suggest a wellness program to incorporate outside of treatment. If you are in pain when you first come into our office this may include: ice or heat application instructions, certain activities or positions to avoid, and at home exercises and/or stretches. If you desire, our wellness team will work with you also to create healthy habits and routines for your lifestyle. Every person is unique, therefore everyone requires a customized wellness plan. The purpose of our wellness program is for you to achieve good spinal alignment, have a healthy diet, exercise, and maintain a positive mental state.
Wellness Program

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