Frequently Asked Questions

Your first visit is an important step in understanding your health and beginning your journey toward better function and well-being. You'll start with a private, one-on-one conversation with Dr. VanDerHurst to review your health history, discuss your intake forms, and talk about your current concerns and goals.

Next, we will perform a thorough examination of your nervous system and musculoskeletal system to assess your spinal health and overall function. This exam helps identify areas of imbalance, tension, or dysfunction that may be affecting your body.

In some cases, the doctor may recommend spinal X-rays to gain a clearer picture of your spinal alignment, the condition of your bones, and to ensure that any adjustments can be performed safely. X-rays can also offer valuable insight into how long a condition may have been developing.

Depending on your needs, the doctor may provide a relief-focused treatment during this initial visit. This will be determined on a case-by-case basis, always with your safety and comfort in mind.

Your Report of Findings visit is a key step in understanding your health and beginning care with clarity and confidence. During this appointment, Dr. VanDerHurst will review the results of your initial exam and any diagnostic imaging (such as X-rays, if taken) to help identify the root cause of your concerns.

We will explain what was found—whether related to the spine or other areas of the body—and how these issues may be affecting your overall health and function. This is a time for clear, compassionate communication so you fully understand what's going on in your body.

Based on your specific findings, Dr. VanDerHurst will create a personalized care plan tailored to your needs. This plan may include chiropractic adjustments, exercises, stretches, or other supportive therapies designed to restore function and help your body work at its best.

You’ll also learn how long your healing process may take, how many visits might be needed, and what you can expect throughout your care. We’ll go over the cost of treatment and help you understand what your insurance may cover, so there are no surprises.

Most importantly, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and receive guidance on how to support your health between visits. We’re here to partner with you every step of the way—so you can feel empowered, informed, and on track toward lasting health and well-being.

At each regular visit, Dr. VanDerHurst will take a moment to check in with you about any changes in your health, lifestyle, or overall well-being since your last appointment. This helps ensure your care stays aligned with your current needs and goals.

Dr. VanDerHurst will then assess your spine and other key areas of the body to evaluate function, alignment, and mobility. Using gentle, specific adjustments—either by hand or with specialized tools—we’ll help restore proper movement and support optimal communication within your nervous system.

Depending on your personalized care plan, additional therapies such as acupuncture, intersegmental traction, or targeted exercise recommendations may also be included to support your body’s ability to function at its best.

We value your time and are committed to making each visit focused, efficient, and impactful. Whether you’re seeking to maintain your health, enhance performance, or support long-term wellness, we’re here to guide you with care and expertise.

If you ever have questions, we’re always here to help. Our goal is to partner with you on your path to optimal health and to help your body function the way it was designed to—naturally and effectively.