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My First Visit
On your first visit to our office you will be welcomed as a member of our family and our receptionist will greet you with a warm smile. You will then be asked to fill out some forms which will help us gain some information about yourself and your condition.
Dr. Barry Arvidson will then talk with you and ask you some specific questions regarding your condition to determine if chiropractic care may be of benefit to you. If Dr. Barry Arvidson can help you, the doctor will let you know. If Dr. Barry Arvidson cannot help you, you will be referred to a doctor that will be able to help you the most. Nothing will be done in our office without your consent.
After a thorough consultation with the doctor, you will have a complete chiropractic examination. This will include testing your reflexes, your ability to turn and bend as well as other standard orthopedic, neurological, postural, and physical examinations. The doctor will gain valuable information regarding your condition so that a better understanding of how chiropractic can help you. If necessary, the doctor may send you to the hospital for x-rays.
Once all the information and examinations have been performed, the doctor will give you a report of findings and tell you recommendations for treatment.
Our office participates in many insurance programs. We also accept auto accident liens and workers compensation cases. To find out if your insurance covers chiropractic care, you can contact your customer care representative at the phone number located on the back of your insurance card. We offer everyone a free no obligation consultation.
For patients who have little or no chiropractic insurance coverage, flexible payment programs can be arranged.
Insurances
Most insurance plans are accepted at our office. Listed on this page are some of insurance companies we accept. If you do not see your insurance provider listed, or are unsure of your coverage, do not hesitate to call your customer care representative. If you have further questions, please call us and we will verify and explain your benefits before treatment, at no charge.
Aetna
Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
Harvard Pilgrim
Medicare
Workers Compensation
Auto Accident / Personal Injury
Services
In practice as well as in life, we strive for excellence! We offer the following professional services:
Within our office we offer:
• Thorough physicals and evaluations
• The most updated chiropractic care
• Sports, auto, accidental, and/or work related injury treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention
• Convenient location
• Comfortable atmosphere
• Friendly and courteous staff
Physiological therapeutics offered:
• Cryotherapy
• Superficial Heat
• Ultrasound
• Exercise Therapy
• Electro-Muscular Stimulation
• Active Release Techniques®
Cryotherapy
Cryotherapy is the application of ice, ice massage, or compressions to reduce the temperature of tissue, thus reducing inflammation by decreasing the blood flow to the area of application, numbing the painful area, and stopping further swelling. Ice is most often used at the onset of an acute injury or an exacerbation of a chronic injury.
Superficial Heat
Superficial heat is the application of heat to the body by way of direct contact. This heat increases the temperature of the tissue being treated. It helps to increase the circulation, reduces joint stiffness, relaxes tissues such as muscles in spasm and connective tissue, and relieves pain temporarily. Heat is usually used for chronic pain conditions and/or muscle spasms.
Ultrasound
Ultrasound is a high frequency sound, which penetrates the soft tissue on the surface of the body and creates a heat response deep within the soft tissue being treated. It causes an increase in blood circulation, relaxes deep muscle spasms, and speeds up the healing process of damaged tissue.
Exercise Therapy
Therapeutic exercise is a individualized assessment from a chiropractic physician which includes stretches, strengthening movements, and aerobic activity designed specifically for the purpose of increasing ranges of motion, increasing support and stability to injured areas, rehabilitation, and prevention of further injuries.
Electro-Muscular Stimulation
This is a specific form of electrical current applied at the site of soft tissue injury. Small amounts of electrical currents are introduced to the surface of the body, and these currents reduce the swelling in the tissue, reduce pain sensations, promote muscle tone, and increase the healing process.
Active release Techniques®
ART is a patented, state-of-the-art soft tissue system that treats problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. Headaches, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, shin splints, shoulder pain, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, knee problems, and tennis elbow are just a few of the many conditions that can be resolved quickly and permanently with ART. ART is designed to locate and break down scar tissue and adhesions which cause pain, numbness, weakness, stiffness and biomechanical dysfunction associated with repetitive strain injuries (RSI).
Forms
For your convenience, you may print and complete any of the forms below and bring them with you to your first appointment.
Patient Health History
Massage Health History
Patient Information
