• 12300 Singletree Ln Suite 200 Eden Prairie, MN 55344

1st Chiropractic Visit

On your first visit to our office

You can expect to spend approximately 45 min. to 1 hour during your first visit. Prior to this visit, Eden Prairie, MN chiropractors  ask that you fill out our “initial visit forms” online with details regarding your health history. This saves valuable time when you have these forms filled out in advance. 

first chiropractic visit

COURSE OF CARE

We will discuss all your health concerns with you to help determine the best course of care. Next, your doctor will perform a skin temperature test using an instrument called a “Temp-o-scope/Nervo-scope”. This instrument records temperature readings on both sides of the spine. We're is looking for asymmetries that show up as specific patterns along the spine demonstrating nerve irritation. The scope pinpoints the particular area/areas that likely indicate where the nerve is being irritated. The instrument is non-invasive and glides gently down the length of your back like two fingers sliding down each side of your spine.

BEGINNING CHIROPRACTIC CARE IN Eden Prairie

Next, Gonstead chiropractors will feel for the presence of swelling, tenderness, and any abnormal texture or tightness in the muscles and other tissues of your back (static palpation). We're also feeling for motion in the spine while moving and bending you (motion palpation) to determine how easily/difficult each segment in your spine is moving in different directions. The doctor is also visually looking for subtle changes in your posture or gait that may indicate a problem as well.

NEXT STEPS

We’ll take an x-ray (if appropriate). The X-rays will help the team at Platinum Chiropractic complete a thorough analysis of your spine.

THE X-RAYS IN THE “GONSTEAD SYSTEM”

Aside from pathology, x-rays are used to determine the best way to adjust a segment SPECIFICALLY e.g., which side of the joint to contact and thrust on and which side to stabilize, the best line-of-drive and thrust mechanism to make a specific correction. The goal is to restore FUNCTION, not necessarily straighten misalignments that may be normal for that individual.

FIRST ADJUSTMENT

After taking the necessary time to analyze your X-rays, a Gonstead chiropractor  is ready to deliver your first specific spinal adjustment. The Gonstead system was designed to be as specific and precise as possible! Great care is taken to adjust only that which is needed with the most accuracy and finesse possible.

Lastly, we will schedule your second visit to discuss our findings regarding your condition and determine a course of care.

Our testimonial
What Patients Say About Platinum Chiropractic
By far the best chiropractor and staff I’ve ever had!
Jack M.
Dr. Ian and Dr Stacy (Natural Health Practictioner) are AMAZING! Our daughter always had to use an inhaler before any activity and after just 3 short months of seeing Dr Ian, she was able to get rid of her inhaler and has not had to use it since!! Our regular adjustments keep us healthy and feeling great and they help to keep our very active sports kids healthy and injury free.
Denise W.
Choosing Platinum Chiropractic has been one of the best decisions I've made for my life! It's not just an adjustment to the body, it's an adjustment towards increasing quality of life. It has saved my life more than once. Thanks Doctor Ian, keep up the great work :)
Kris O.
Dr. Ian and his team provide compassionate care that delivers real results. I trust my entire family to his practice!
Rob D.