Patient Forms

Upon entering our office our receptionist will greet you and welcome you as a member of our family.  We will request you fill our new patient forms. The paperwork provides us with general information about yourself and your condition.

Consultation

Next you will have a consultation with Dr. Melissa Licari to discuss your health-related problems and concerns. Your first visit is designed for Dr. Melissa Licari to learn more about you and your condition.

Examination

After your consultation, Dr. Melissa Licari will perform a complete chiropractic examination testing your reflexes, your ability to turn and bend as well as other standard neurological, orthopedic, postural, and physical examinations. Nothing will be done in our office without your consent.

X-Ray Studies

Your specific condition may require us to take x-rays 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 examination information and x-rays have been studied and analyzed, Dr. Melissa Licari will give you a report of findings. If the x-rays reveal that your condition is a Chiropractic problem, then we will proceed with a "Test Adjustment" to see if our techniques can help your condition. 

Treatment

After discussing with you your history and your goals, examining your spine and reviewing any x-rays and the test adjustment, Dr. Melissa Licari will discuss recommendations with you. If you have a condition that requires care with other providers, the doctor will tell you. If Dr. Melissa Licari believes we can help you, we will recommend treatment and a wellness program. 

Wellness Program

Patients will be instructed on a wellness program to be conducted at home throughout their care. 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, our wellness team will work with you to create good habits and routines that support your success.  Every body 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.