Patient Forms
On your arrival you will be welcomed by one of our warm and friendly receptionists who have been fully trained to answer your questions and help you with any administration processes. You will need to complete a new patient questionnaire before your initial consultation. This can be downloaded and printed prior to your scheduled appointment date or filled in at the clinic prior to your appointment.
Consultation
Your initial consultation gives you the opportunity to discuss your overall and specific condition with the chiropractor. This initial visit is designed for Martin Fruin to learn more about you, your condition, and expectations to determine how chiropractic care can meet your goals.
Examination
With your consent the chiropractor will perform a complete chiropractic examination. During which your muscles, joints, nerves and more, as necessary, will be tested using standard neurological, orthopaedic, postural, and physical tests.
X-Ray Studies
In some cases it can be necessary to visualise the bony structures themselves. If this is the case you will be referred for x-rays. These can give your chiropractor an indication to your suitability for chiropractic care by alerting the chiropractor to any serious conditions as well as help develop a more effective treatment plan.
Report of Findings
The report of findings usually takes place on your second visit to the clinic. After a review of your health history, goals, the physical examination and X-rays, if taken, you will have a clear explanation of your condition including: how it affects you, how chiropractic will help, what the treatment plan will be and what the costs involved are.
If you are not a candidate for chiropractic care or if you require other the services of other health care providers in association with chiropractic care you will be recommended a suitable course of action at this point.
Your chiropractor will be happy to answer any questions you have at this stage or at any other stage during your course of care at Peacehaven Chiropractic.
Treatment
After the report of findings, in most cases, and once you are ready to proceed you can choose to begin treatment. This can include specific spinal adjustments, physical therapy, and/or soft tissue therapy. Treatment is interactive, so you can express concerns about the different styles of treatment anytime.
Wellness Program
During your course of care at Peacehaven Chiropractic your doctor will suggest wellness techniques to incorporate outside of treatment. This may include: ice or heat application instructions, certain activities or positions to avoid, and at home exercises and/or stretches. Our team will work with you to create healthy habits and routines for your lifestyle. Every person is unique; therefore everyone requires a customised wellness plan. The purpose of your wellness program is for you to achieve good spinal alignment, have a healthy diet, exercise, and maintain a positive mental state.