What to Expect on Your First Visit to Dyer Health
When you arrive for your first visit, our friendly staff will welcome you at the front desk. To make check-in as smooth as possible, we often email necessary paperwork in advance. Once checked in, a team member will escort you to the exam room.
Dr. Derek will take the time to discuss your injury in detail, gathering a thorough history to understand your specific concerns. This information helps create a customized treatment plan tailored to your needs. A physical examination will follow, including range of motion (ROM) assessments for the spine and other joints, as well as orthopedic and neurological testing. Dr. Derek will explain each test and its findings in real-time.
Next, a movement assessment will help determine whether your injury responds better to increased mobility or a focus on strength and stability. Expect to move a lot during this process! Repeated movements provide valuable insights into your condition, and in some cases, you may experience relief even before active treatment begins. These movements and exercises can also be incorporated into a home routine to enhance your recovery.
During your visit, Dr. Derek may use a variety of treatment methods, including spinal and joint manipulation, soft tissue release, rehabilitation exercises, dry needling or Shockwave Therapy for pain and muscle tension, and nutritional counseling.
Follow-up visits are typically scheduled 1-3 days after your initial appointment, with sessions ranging from 10 to 30 minutes, depending on how your condition is responding. Some patients experience immediate pain relief, while others may require multiple visits for full recovery. Individual results vary based on the condition and daily activities. Regardless, our goal is to get you back to feeling your best as quickly as possible.
We look forward to helping you move and feel better!
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what is a chiropractic adjustment?
A chiropractic adjustment is the primary treatment method used by chiropractic-physicians. This technique is applied to joints that have been diagnosed as being fixated or dysfunctional. The adjustment is applied by hand and consists of a low force controlled high velocity contact at the specific site of joint dysfunction
what is the purpose of the adjustment?
The adjustment helps to restore joint motion which reduces/inhibits pain, muscle spasm/tightness, joint inflammation and improves muscle balance
does chiropractic treatment hurt?
Chiropractic treatment, which consists of the adjustment, soft tissue release and rehabilititation exercises, rarely hurt. It typically feels good. Some patients may experience some soreness at the beginning of care, but this soreness quickly resolves.
once i go to a chiropractor, do i have to go forever?
No. First we must determine the need for chiropractic care by doing a history and performing a physical exam. If needed, imaging studies may also be performed. If it is decided our treatment would be beneficial for you, we will begin a treatment plan geared towards resolving your condition. The length of the tratment can vary depending on your condition. If it is determined we can not treat/address your condition we will discuss other sources of treatment and/or refer you to another doctor.
Some patients do choose to make chiropractic treatment part of their ongoing wellness care. How long you benefit from chiropractic care is up to you.
can i still be treated if i have had neck or back surgery?
Yes. The doctor is specifically trained to determine when they can or cannot treat you. Spinal function is based on movement. Treatment in our office is geared to maintaining the most optimum movement of your spine. When needed, more gentle techniques an be used to treat conditions.
are x-rays required?
No. X-rays are only taken when the history and physical/orthopedic exams are inconclusive. They may also be taken if we suspect a fracture, degeneration or possible pathology.
i am pregnant. can i be treated?
Yes. It has been proven that chiropractic treatment is beneficial in treating low back pain and sciatica commonly seen during pregnancy. Treatment has also been shown to decrease labor time and c-sections.
do i need a referral to your office?
No, there is no referrel needed to see dr. dyer.
is it safe for children to be treated?
Yes. Children of all ages from infant through teen years benefit from chiropractic treatment. They tend to respond remarkably well to treatment.