Patient Forms

All new patients are required to complete patient information forms that give Dr. Stowe some general information about your condition and your health.  This paperwork can be filled out upon arrival at the clinic or may be downloaded and filled out prior to arriving for you first visit.

Consultation

Next you will have a consultation with Dr. Stowe to discuss your health-related problems, concerns, as well as potential treatment options. Your first visit is designed for Dr. Stowe to learn more about you, your condition and your expectations to determine whether chiropractic care will you meet your goals.

Examination

After your consultation, Dr. Stowe will perform a complete chiropractic examination which includes neurologic, orthopedic, muscle, postural, and physical examinations. Nothing will be done in our office without your consent.

X-Ray Studies

Your specific condition may require x-rays to be taken to get a full evaluation of a patient. X-rays help us rule out more serious conditions or assist us in developing the most effective treatment plan for you.  Most people are amazed once they see their x-rays and can often immediately identify their misalignments and degeneration themselves. 

Report of Findings

Once all the information and examinations have been performed, Dr. Stowe will give you a report of findings to answer the three most popular questions: 

1. Can you help me?
2. What do you recommend that I do to get better?
3. How much is it going to cost?

After discussing with you your history and your goals, examining your spine and reviewing any x-rays or tests, Dr. Stowe will discuss his recommendations with you. If you have a condition that requires care with other providers, he will tell you. If Dr. Stowe believes we can help you, we will recommend treatment and a wellness program.

Treatment

Patients will generally be provided with their first treatment at the conclusion of the report of findings. Treatments may include:  spinal adjustments, physical therapies, soft tissue therapies, cold laser, activator, ultrasound or a varitey of other methods/techniqes that Dr. Stowe might deem necessary.  Treatment is interactive so you can express any concerns you have about the style of adjustment you will be most comfortable with.

Wellness Program

Depending on the patient's progress, patients will be instructed on a wellness program to be conducted at home. If you are in pain when you first come into our office this may include ice or heat application instructions, avoidance of certain activities or positions, as well as home exercises and/or stretches.  If you desire an overall wellness lifestyle, Dr. Stowe will work with you to create good habits and routines that support your success.  Everyone is unique and different and therefore everyone requires a unique and customized wellness plan.  The foundation of our overall wellness lifestyle is maintaining  healthy posture and good spinal alignment, eating a healthy diet, taking supplements, keeping your weight under control and stress relief.