During the much longer first visit (30 - 45 minutes) a full 'case history' will be taken including past medical history and previous injuries.

You will then have a full physical examination both Orthopaedic and Neurological to ascertain the condition. If clinically indicated, a diagnostic X-ray is taken to confirm the cause of the condition prior to treatment. Once all the information and analysis is complete, your practitioner will decide whether to advise a course of treatment or as in some cases refer you to your doctor (for example, if you have a fracture, or signs of other underlying diseases).

Dr Lane and Dr Judd are covered by most major health insurance companies. (call your specific provider to check)

What To Expect

On average you are likely to visit a Chiropractor between 6 - 10 times (15 minutes per appointment), less in a condition treated early; much more in a chronic condition, or where some Osteoarthritic degeneration (wear and tear) has already occurred.

Some patients feel improvement immediately, whilst others do as the treatment progresses. It is not unusual to experience a reaction especially after the first treatment, which may be soreness, stiffness or aching, lasting 1 or 2 days. Some patients are advised to have periodical or six monthly checkups depending on their age and nature of the condition.