Patient Forms

Upon entering my office please make yourself comfortable and enjoy a cup of tea. Dr. Hess will usually be with you within a few minutes of your arrival.  Please be sure to complete the new patient forms located in the New Patient Center of this website. This paperwork provides your health history and information on your condition.

Consultation

Next, you will have a comprehensive consultation with Dr. Jennifer Hess to discuss your health-related problems, concerns, and potential treatment options. This initial visit is designed for Dr. Jennifer Hess to learn more about you, your condition, and  expectations to determine how chiropractic care can meet your goals.

Examination

After your consultation, Dr. Jennifer Hess will perform a complete and thorough examination that includes appropriate orthopedic, neurologic and chiropractic tests. Other standard postural, and physical tests will be performed as needed. However, nothing will be done in our office  without your consent.

X-Ray Studies

Depending on your specific condition, you may be sent to Oregon Imagining for X-rays, a CT or MRI. X-rays may be needed to develop  the most effective treatment plan for you, and alert Dr. Hess of  any serious spinal conditions. Most people are amazed once they see their X-rays up close. In some cases, you can even identify degeneration yourself.

Report of Findings

Once the information is collected  and examinations are performed, Dr. Jennifer Hess will give explain the findings and answer any questions including:

1. How can you help me?
2. How often do I need to come in?
3. What  will  my treatment  cost?

After reviewing your health history,  examination and goals, Dr. Jennifer Hess will discuss recommendations and discus whether your condition  requires care with other providers.   Dr. Jennifer Hess  will  provide the best  treatment and  wellness program for your needs.

Treatment

 At the conclusion of this initial  appointment, you can choose to  experience your first treatment. This may include spinal adjustments, physical therapy, and/or soft tissue therapies, including massage.  Treatment is interactive, so  you can express concerns about the different styles of treatment  anytime.

Wellness Program

 If you are in pain when you first come into our office your initial wellness program may be limited to ice or heat application instructions, certain activities or positions to avoid, and at home exercises and/or stretches.  If you desire,  Dr. Hess will work with you  to create healthy habits and routines for your lifestyle.  Every person is unique, therefore everyone requires a  customized wellness plan.  The purpose  of our wellness program is for   you  to achieve good spinal alignment, have a  healthy diet, exercise, and maintain a positive mental state.