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Questions about your treatment
See also: General FAQs about Chiropractic
 What happens at my first appointment? How long will
it take?
Upon arriving at our office, you will be welcomed as a new member of our
chiropractic family!
Your first appointment will take approximately one hour, during
which Dr. Yin will evaluate, diagnose, and treat your condition. The
comprehensive examination will involve orthopedic, neurological, and physical
tests to help Dr. Yin arrive at a diagnosis. X-rays and other diagnostic testing
will be discussed if required and a detailed report will be given outlining the
treatment protocol. Treatment is administered the same day and most patients
experience results immediately after getting up off the adjusting table.
Dr. Yin is extremely punctual and you will typically be seen within minutes
of your scheduled time. Please remember to
bring your completed
registration forms
with you, along with
any medical records.
You can
download the registration forms or request a copy to be sent to you via fax or email.
How many adjustments will I
need?
The number of adjustments varies with each patient and their individual
health goals. Many patients sense progress within a week or two of frequent
visits. Visits become less necessary as your body stabilizes. In chronic or
traumatic cases, complete healing can take months, or even years.
What if I had a previously bad chiropractic experience?
We still encourage you to try chiropractic as a natural and
effective approach to common musculoskeletal conditions. Like all healthcare
providers, it is important to note that all chiropractors may have different
treatment approaches, and so you should find a doctor that fits your needs. Dr.
Yin personally treats all of her patients and spends quality time getting to
know all of them. We believe in providing personalized treatments in a
comfortable environment.
How long until I feel
better?
Some patients experience almost instant relief.
Others discover it can take many weeks or months. Many factors can affect the
healing process. How long have you had your problem? Are you keeping
appointments? Are you getting the proper rest, exercise and nutrition? Do you
smoke? Are you in otherwise good condition? Within a short period of time, most
patients sense enough progress to fully carry out their doctor's
recommendations.
Is chiropractic care addictive?
Will I have to go all the time?
No. You decide how much you want to benefit from chiropractic
care. In fact, most patients choose to come back for treatment because they know
how much better they feel afterwards. Most patients also realize how important
it is to maintain their health, rather than constantly having to treat the
symptoms. Feeling well is addictive... not chiropractic.
Why do I need to continue treatment if my pain is gone?
Once your pain levels have been reduced and your original
complaint has resolved, treatment is focused on correcting the underlying injury
or cause of discomfort. This usually involves strengthening weak muscles,
exercising stiff joints, and lengthening short ligaments/tendons, in addition to
normalizing spinal function.
Many patients who stop therapy at this stage may experience frequent
relapses in their symptoms, since the original problem is never fully corrected
for. In essence, this is the most important stage of chiropractic care that may
take the longest time to achieve the necessary results. For a full description,
review the stages of Care.
My pain was resolved, but why does it keep coming back?
We cannot guarantee that you will be "cured" for life after
treatment, and we cannot anticipate the types of stresses that will be placed
upon you in the future. The most we can do is relieve your pain, correct the
problem, and educate you on the proper lifestyle modifications or exercises that
can reduce the likelihood of these flare-ups.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept Medicare and most PPO plans. Auto accidents
and work-related injuries are almost always covered at 100%. If you have questions
regarding your insurance coverage, please contact us and we will be
happy to assist you.
What if my policy doesn't cover
chiropractic?
Your health is your most valuable
possession. Yet, each of us is free to place a different value on health. It's
expected that our insurance company "should" pay the bill, but sometimes it does
not. We want to make chiropractic care accessible to everyone, but we also value
the service that we provide. Please contact us to see how we make it affordable to
almost everyone.
What if chiropractic doesn't work?
If we're unable to find and correct the cause of your particular health
problem, we will refer you to other specialists who may be able to help. Also,
we encourage you to seek alternative forms of therapy if elected.
If you have any other questions please feel free
to give us a call at 510.793.6302. Our staff would be happy to speak with you.
Or if you prefer, contact us by e-mail at your leisure.
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