First Consultation
At the initial consultation a full case history is taken. This includes the type of work the patient does.
Time is spent listening to the patient, to their views on what is wrong, how they feel, etc, also to ensure that there are no contra indications to treatment.
Patients are advised to keep their GP's informed of their progress through manipulative treatment.
Physical Examination
A thorough physical examination is then made noting postural habits, limitations of movement, discomfort, malformations, swelling, etc, and to ascertain the general state of health.
A treatment plan is then formulated taking into consideration the lifestyle, the job, diet and attitude of the individual patient - and work begins.