What to Expect at the Chiropractor: What Becoming a Patient Really Looks Like

It’s time.

You’re ready. 

You want to feel better—or more than just better; you want to feel great.  

If you’ve scheduled an appointment at a Chiro One clinic near you, you have already taken the first step toward meaningful relief and long-term wellness.

Becoming a patient at Chiro One is an important milestone. You’re taking action on your behalf. You’re equipping yourself with the support you need to get out of pain and take charge of your health.

Those changes begin the minute you walk in our doors. Your care team will begin learning who you are, how your body moves, and what your health goals look like. And your doctor will assess you, get to know you, and begin crafting a personalized plan tailored to your unique needs and lifestyle.

Instead of thinking of your first appointment as “Visit 1”, think of it as the beginning of a partnership—one designed to help you feel, move, and live better.

Seamless Check-In: Convenient Patient Intake Forms

To make your visit as seamless and efficient as possible, please complete and submit or print your patient intake forms ahead of time. These are sent via text or email when you schedule your appointment with Chiro One.

Your intake information helps your care team understand your:

• Health history (previous injuries, pain patterns, medical concerns)
• Lifestyle habits (work demands, activity levels, stress, sleep)
• Wellness goals (mobility, pain relief, strength, long-term function)

This information helps your doctor to develop a plan that supports both your day-to-day comfort and your long-term health.

We Get to Know You – Not Just Your Symptoms

Every patient arrives with a unique story. Your doctor and care team take time to learn what’s contributing to your symptoms—whether it’s long hours at a desk, caring for young children, repetitive movements, athletic training, stress, or other factors.

Understanding these elements helps your care team identify which neuro-musculoskeletal stressors may be affecting your comfort and movement. More importantly, it helps your doctor choose the active therapies and treatment strategies that best counteract the physical demands of your daily routine.

Thorough and Careful Diagnostics On-Site

Before beginning care, your doctor needs a clear picture of what’s happening inside your body. That’s why our clinics are equipped with tools that allow for a comprehensive and precise evaluation.

Your focused spinal exam may include:

• Posture imaging to identify alignment shifts
• Functional movement screens to see how your body moves
• Range-of-motion assessments
• Bilateral weight testing to check for muscular imbalance
• Digital X-rays (if clinically necessary) to visualize spinal structure and rule out medical concerns

Our comprehensive diagnostic process ensures your doctor understands the root cause of your symptoms—so your care is safe, informed, and effective.

Quality Chiropractic Care for All Ages and Needs

Our chiropractic care clinics are designed to support patients of all ages and needs. That includes:

• Children and teens who may need gentle, specialized care
• Adults managing chronic pain or mobility challenges
• Patients recovering from car accidents or injuries
• Individuals with extremity concerns such as knees, shoulders, hips, or wrists
• Athletes (and youth athletes) hoping to optimize function and prevent injury

The goal is always the same: personalized support that meets you exactly where you are.

You’ll notice features like:

• Private exam rooms
• An active therapy area with guided rehabilitative stations
• A dedicated kids’ activity space
• State-of-the-art adjustment equipment
• On-site diagnostic imaging rooms

Everything is designed for comfort, clarity, and consistency.

Care Should Be Measurable

Your wellness journey is guided by your own personalized care plan rooted in the objective findings of your spinal assessment. Your care plan may include:

• Gentle chiropractic adjustments to restore alignment and reduce pain
• Active therapies to strengthen muscles, improve mobility, and support lasting results

Progress is measured over time using:

• Functional improvements
• Posture imaging
• Movement metrics
• Symptom changes and quality-of-life markers

You’ll know where you started, how you’re improving, and what steps remain—because care should always be transparent and measurable.

Making Care Affordable and Accessible

Because our care is structured around measurable progress, many insurance plans participate with us. Your clinic team will help verify coverage, explain benefits, and review any out-of-pocket costs in simple terms.

If you’re uninsured, your team will work with you to create an affordable path forward. We keep payment effortless, so your focus stays on healing and treatment—not logistics. Learn more about our insurance acceptance and verification here.

A Note About Special Offers

If you discovered Chiro One through a special offer focused on your primary area of concern (treating your chronic low back pain, for example), know that your doctor is here to support your whole health—not just one region of pain.

Please feel comfortable asking about additional problem areas, whether you’re curious about:

• Other areas of discomfort (frequent headaches, for example, or shoulder tension that just won’t go away)
• Whether adjustment could help – and how
• Supportive equipment (DMEs—Durable Medical Equipment) that could aid in your recovery and provide symptom relief
• Ways your insurance may help

Your care team will guide you through all of it, and answer any questions you may have – at your first visit, and beyond.

Your First Step Toward Feeling Better

We want to be your partners in wellness – not directors. As you begin your care, we’ll be sure to provide:

• A clear understanding of your current spinal and functional health
• Objective findings from posture assessments and imaging
• A personalized, strategic care plan
• Support from a team committed to helping you reach your goals

Many patients describe feeling a sense of relief early on—not only physically, but emotionally—because they finally understand the source of their discomfort and have a plan that supports real, lasting change.

Get Started – Find a Chiro One Clinic Near You and Get Our New Patient Special Offer

At Chiro One, we treat the source of your pain, not just your symptoms. Our outcomes-based, conservative care is proven to be therapeutically effective and our exceptional track record of patient satisfaction is a testament to our high-quality chiropractic care. Find a Chiro One clinic near you using our clinic locator tool, or take the first step toward relief and book now!

“After a few months of treatments, I can say with certainty that my personalized care plan has turned my life around. It all started with the first visit, where I felt like I finally got the answers I was looking for.”  

—Gregayra M.