How Delta Chiropractic Eliminates Low Back Pain | Chiropractor in Rochester Hills, MI
Hi, I’m Dr. Justin Berlin, Welcome to Delta Chiropractic! We’re excited to give you a behind-the-scenes look at what a new patient visit looks like at our office. From check-in to your first adjustment, here’s everything you can expect during your visit with us.
Step 1: Check-In at Reception
When you first walk through the doors, you’ll be greeted by our friendly reception team. You’ll receive an iPad to complete your intake paperwork, which includes personal details, health history, and information about what’s bringing you into the office.
To save time, we also offer the option to complete your forms online before your visit—look out for an email from us with the link.
Step 2: Consultation & Case History
Once you’ve checked in, you’ll meet Dr. Mark Hess, who will walk you through the next steps. First, we’ll review your paperwork and health history to better understand your current condition, pain patterns, and personal goals for care.
Step 3: Comprehensive Exam
Your exam will be conducted in our dedicated exam and X-ray suite. We’ll start with a thorough conversation about:
- When your pain started
- How it has progressed
- Specific symptoms you’re experiencing
From there, we’ll complete a detailed exam including:
- Postural Analysis – Many patients with low back pain exhibit shifts in posture to avoid discomfort.
- Range of Motion Testing – We’ll assess your ability to bend, twist, and move your spine.
- Neurological & Orthopedic Testing – To identify potential nerve involvement or mechanical joint issues.
- Thermography Scan – This spinal scan detects inflammation and imbalances by measuring heat signatures on either side of the spine.
Step 4: Digital X-Rays
After the exam, we’ll take digital X-rays of your spine to get a clear picture of structural issues or misalignments. This allows us to avoid guessing and instead create an accurate, personalized care plan based on what we see.
At this point, we’ll conclude your Day One visit to allow our doctors time to review your findings in depth. This ensures we’re prepared to provide the best recommendations during your follow-up.
Step 5: Day Two – First Adjustment & Therapies
On your second visit, we’ll walk you through our adjustment and therapy rooms. First, we’ll begin with your initial chiropractic adjustment, which is performed in one of our four designated adjustment rooms. Each room features a chiropractic table and a digital monitor where your X-rays will be displayed for precise reference during every visit.
We believe in being clear and specific with every patient, so your films are always visible—allowing both you and your doctor to stay on the same page.
Step 6: Therapeutic Exercises & Traction
After your adjustment, you’ll head to our therapy room, where we focus on stabilizing and strengthening your spine through:
- Vibration Plate Therapy – Originally developed by NASA, these platforms enhance muscle contraction by 30x, helping you build stronger postural and core muscles.
- Resistance Band Exercises – Used in combination with the vibration plate to activate the right muscle groups.
- Traction Devices – We use various lumbar and cervical traction tools to gently stretch and align the spine.
Step 7: Checkout & Care Plan Review
After therapy, you’ll return to the front desk to check out and schedule your follow-up appointments. You’ll also be scheduled for a care plan review, where we go over:
We want every patient to walk out knowing exactly what their next steps are and what they can expect from our team.
We’re honored that you’re considering Delta Chiropractic to help address your low back pain and improve your quality of life. We believe in detailed care, clear communication, and a tailored plan that works for your lifestyle.
We can’t wait to meet you!
