Dr.
Johnson is an expert in the care of the bones, nerves, muscles, and connective tissues that make up about 60% of your body.
All of the joints in your body are part of this musculo-skeletal system and its optimal function is necessary for overall
good health. Ask Dr. Johnson for more information about a care program that may include specific spinal adjustments,
exercise recommendations, nutritional advice or other conservative methods of care based on your health history, age, current
condition, and lifestyle.
For Chiropractic treatments, the initial exam usually takes 45 minutes to an hour.
New patients must complete paperwork, watch a 3-5 minute video and in most cases x-rays are required . The first visit
is the discovery period therefore a spinal manipulation/adjustment will not be given, however, the doctor will administer
a therapy treatment. The average cost for the first chiropractic visit is $194.
The second visit is the Report of Findings, this is when Dr. Johnson will go over the exam, interpret
x-rays, diagnose, and discuss a treatment plan that works well for you. Additionally, Dr. Johnson will adjust
your spine using a technique typically used to treat your condition. Patients are also required to watch a 3-5 minute
video prior to being adjusted for the first time.
The Three Phases of Chiropractic Care
Relief is the first phase. The goal of this phase is to reduce or eliminate
pain. The number of visits required to accomplish this is dependent on your age, underlying spinal condition, length
of time you've had your condition and lifestyle choices.
Correction is the second phase. Restoring the body to normal or maximum function
is the goal. In most conditions, pain is the last thing to show up and the first thing to leave during chiropractic
treatment. Because of this, adaptations that have taken place in muscles, discs, ligaments, and other soft tissues
require care beyond the first phase.
Wellness is the third phase. The purpose of the Wellness phase of care is
to prevent relapses of previous conditions and to address new conditions before symptoms appear.
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