How
should I dress for a chiropractic visit?
Simply wear
loose and layered comfortable clothing. During a visit, I usually have you remove
your shoes and any bulky outer clothing. I’m able to palpate and adjust through
typical clothing. Clothes that would be comfortable when I check the strength
of specific muscles in different positions are best. For women it is preferable
to wear pants rather than a dress, although it’s not critical.
Cell phones
are a common problem beyond just being an interruption or distraction when they
ring in the middle of an office visit. In order to search for possible incoming
calls, these phones send high frequency EMF pings to the nearest cell tower
several times a minute. This silent pulse creates background static in the subtle
communication that occurs during a visit, and may interfere with the ability
to locate critical subluxations. This is even more important when working with
homeopathic remedies. Please turn it physically off (not just muted) unless
you are dealing with a current emergency.
Perfume, scents
and/or essential oils are another possible problem in that they fill the surrounding
space with a chemical signature that can be similarly distracting. To some patients
who are chemically sensitive, it can even pose a health hazard with unfortunate
adverse reactions. Please refrain from using scents of any kind, however natural.