WHAT TO EXPECT

 

Your First Visit
Please complete the history forms available here for download. Bring or wear loose and comfortable clothing like you would wear for exercise or yoga class. Plan to arrive at least five minutes early and to spend about one hour in the office.  During this first visit, you will then meet with Dr. Todd for a consultation, review of your health history, and  discuss your reasons for coming to the center.

He will perform the following:

A full spine examination checking your posture and locating patterns of tension in your spine, muscles and nervous system
A neurostructural chiropractic assessment using advanced, non-invasive, computerized spinal/nervous system scans
Following these exams, you will receive your first chiropractic adjustment. During your Network Entrainment (that’s what we call a NSA chiropractic adjustment ), you will be asked to lie down fully clothed on a specially designed bench. Your chiropractor will then perform specific gentle contacts to your spine that will cause wave-like movements to spread across your body. Some people are aware of these immediately and feel a positive effect straightaway but, in cases where stress has been prolonged or pain levels are very high, it can take more time before these are experienced.

Your Second Visit
Please plan to arrive at least five minutes early. At this Report of Findings visit, Dr. Todd will present the results of your initial exam, scans and show you how your nervous system and structure are being affected. He will present his recommendations for your care, answer all of your questions and discuss with you our affordable care plans. You will also be given the opportunity to learn the life tools and techniques of Somato Respiratory Integration (SRI). This approach combines well with chiropractic care, and those that choose to learn it tend to progress faster. You will then receive a gentle adjustment.

Continuing Care
A typical visit may require just a few, highly focused minutes. With the groundwork laid, we can quickly size up your spine and nervous system, adjust you and get you on your way. Like a regular workout at the gym, each visit builds on the ones before. Consistent care is usually needed to overcome established patterns of physical, mental and emotional poor health. However, your nervous system will learn to heal over time, and when challenging situations arise, you will begin to deal with them effortlessly.

Each session lasts  approximately10-25 minutes. Expect regular reviews to assess your progress.

While we will do everything we can to run on time, the organic nature of this works means that sometimes there will be a short wait.

Progress Assessments
Periodically throughout your journey back to health and wellness, we will perform progress assessments to measure the changes your spine and nerve system have made. We will use our computerized technology to quickly and accurately chart the changes made since your previous examination. During your progress assessments, Dr. Todd will go over the results with you and make further recommendations for your care.

With the momentum established from the intensive schedule during the early part of your care, we can often reduce your visit frequency without sacrificing continued progress toward your health goals.

We would love to meet you and get you on the path to optimal health and wellness. Call our Ithaca practice to book an appointment.