What to expect at your first chiropractic visit

New patients start with a short phone call or message so we can learn what's bringing you in, answer your questions, and verify your insurance benefits before your visit. You'll know what your plan covers and what your portion will be before you ever sit down in our office.

Your first visit begins with a conversation. We want to hear the full story — when the problem started, what makes it better or worse, past injuries, and what you're hoping to get back to doing. Health history matters in chiropractic care because posture, previous injuries and daily habits all shape how your spine has adapted over time.

Next comes a careful examination of your posture, spinal alignment and function. Depending on your history, imaging such as x-rays may be used to see how the structures of your spine are aligned before any corrective plan is recommended.

We take this step seriously because it determines everything that follows — the technique mix, the pace of care and the goals we set together.

After the exam, your doctor explains the findings in plain language and reviews your care options with you. If corrective care is recommended — such as Chiropractic BioPhysics for postural correction — you'll learn exactly what the program involves and what results it is designed to work toward.

You are unique, and your treatment plan should be too. Nothing starts until you understand the plan and choose to move forward.

New patients: send us a message through our contact page or call (616) 281-2500 (Grand Rapids) or (269) 792-9050 (Wayland). Our online booking is set up for current patients, so a quick message is the fastest way for us to get you on the schedule.