Chiropractic FAQs
What can I expect from my first visit to a Chiropractor?
On your first visit to Health First Chiropractic, we will conduct a thorough examination using state-of-the-art equipment to determine the best path of chiropractic care for you. Please be sure to wear something comfortable as these scans will require full back access. A new patient assessment may include:
Posture Picture – By taking your picture and using special computer software, we are able to create a digital model of your spine and detect any postural irregularities.
Rolling Thermal Examination – This allows us to look at the autonomic nervous system (the part of the nervous system that controls the blood vessels, organs and glands).
EMG Scan – This allows us to look at your motor nerves (the nerves that control your muscles).
Foot Scan – This is another tool that is used to evaluate your postural health. A digital image of your feet is created and used to determine your weight distribution on each foot and indicates imbalances or weakness in your feet.
Chiropractic Examination – Dr. Dwyer will conduct an extensive examination that includes:
A check of your reflexes.
A test of your muscle strength.
Specific orthopedic tests relative to your complaint/injury.
A specific assessment on the movement of individual vertebrae of the spine and/or other joints of the body to determine subluxations.
A check of flexibility and coordination.
A visual analysis of your posture.
Who pays for my visit to a chiropractor?
There are several ways to pay for Chiropractic care, directly by the patient, through insurance either by direct billing or by paying up front and submitting after the appointment, or by payment plans. before visiting your Chiropractor, look into your private health insurance coverage. You may have coverage on chiropractic treatments up to a certain limit for every calendar year. We can direct bill to most insurance companies, Chiropractic services are covered by most private health care plans for example: Veterans Affairs Canada, Blue cross, Manulife, TELUS Health, Sun life, the RCMP and other federal programs. MSI does not cover chiropractic treatment.
Did you know if you cannot afford to pay for Orthotics up front, but have insurance we can put through a payment assignment form to most insurance companies and direct bill them for you. (please note you may still have a balance depending on your coverage)
MASSAGE therapy FAQs
What can I expect at my first massage therapy treatment?
Your massage therapist will require you to fill out a health history form. Afterward the therapist will begin by asking you general questions to establish what areas you would like worked on, if there are any conditions needed to be addressed and to determine if massage therapy is appropriate for you. They may perform certain assessments and testing to evaluate your condition and to see if you have any presenting complaints.
what do I wear during my massage?
For a full-body massage, most people undress completely. However, it is completely up to you and your level of comfort. You will be draped with a sheet and a blanket the whole time and only the areas being treated will be uncovered.
