Your First Visit

DDr. Haygood taking x-ray of new patient.

Plan on spending about one hour for your initial visit to our office.  You will be greeted by our warm and caring staff.  We will ask you to fill out an initial case history questionnaire so Dr. Litzinger can review this with you upon your consultation with him.  You will also view a 5 minute video welcoming you to what chiropractic is all about.

Feel free to discuss your case history with Dr. Litzinger in the privacy of our consultation room, after viewing the video.  After reviewing your case history, Dr. Litzinger will recommend going forward with a spinal examination and x-rays, if needed.  If he feels your condition is not a chiropractic case, he will refer you to the proper specialist.

We understand that feeling nervous about being in a new office and meeting a new doctor can be stressful and we will do everything in our power to make you feel relaxed and welcomed.  Wear comfortable clothes and enclosed shoes, such as dress shoes or tennis shoes.

After an examination and/or x-rays are performed, you will be asked to schedule an appointment for the following day. If you are in a lot of pain on your initial visit, Dr. Litzinger may treat you on that same day with a symptomatic adjustment.

You may also be given instructions to perform at home that day, after your initial visit, such as resting, using ice or heat, etc.

Also, if you have insurance that covers your chiropractic care, it is essential that you bring this information with you on your initial visit so our staff can verify your benefits, and determine whether you have a deductible and/or co-pay towards your care.

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Dr. Litzinger Asks some important questions of interest to Lakewood residents - Chiropractor Lakewood Dr. Litzinger Asks...

Why does chiropractic work?
Chiropractic works because your nervous system, consisting of your brain, spinal cord and all the nerves of your body, controls and regulates every cell, tissue, organ and system of your body. A chiropractor locates and reduces areas of nervous system compromise (usually along the spine) so your capacity to heal is restored. Chiropractic works by helping your body work as it was designed.
What's your plan to deal with drug-resistant 'super germs'?
Chiropractors have always been concerned with the indiscriminate use of antibiotics, accelerating the mutation of microbes that make "wonder" drugs increasingly ineffective. My strategy? Do everything possible to bolster my immune system through proper diet, rest, exercise, clean air, pure water and an optimally functioning nervous system with regular chiropractic care.