What To Expect

What to Expect on your First Visit to AA Spine & Rehab Clinic.

When you arrive, you will be greeted by our friendly staff. They may ask you to fill out some Initial patient forms, ask you for ID and Insurance information. Then, you will be guided into our exam room for an in depth history and exam with Dr. Amina Ahmad and staff.

If any additional tests are needed to further determine the problem or if you need to be seen by any other specialist to effectively address your condition we will arrange it.

Care at AA Spine & Rehab Clinic is custom tailored to your specific health needs and may include a combination of chiropractic adjustments, manual techniques, spinal decompression therapy, supportive therapies such as electric stimulation, ultrasound, red light therapy, and rehab. Rehab may include strength training, range of motion exercises, balance and coordination exercises, and gait training.

The procedures used by experienced chiropractors help to assess, track, and modify each patient's treatment as needed. Our goal is to get the patient out of pain, increase mobility and function, improve overall well being as quickly as possible, and empower the patient with techniques to help them stay in a pain free and better functioning place.

How Do I Prepare For My First Visit at AA Spine & Rehab Clinic?

Before your initial chiropractic appointment, be sure to gather up your medical history. Make sure you have all your insurance information. If you are seeking treatment after a car or truck accident, please provide the police report, insurance claim number, all ER records, and letters from your insurance company.

If you are seeking treatment after a work accident, please bring your Work Comp Claim information, letter from Work Compensation Carrier, list of any previous medical care (names of doctors and clinics, health insurance), and your ID. Once examined, Dr. Amina Ahmad may need to request pre authorization from your Work Comp carrier.

If you are seeking general wellness care not involving an accident or work injury, you are only asked to provide general insurance, previous diagnostics or care for your specific condition.

Also, be sure to bring a list of any medications you may be taking, as well as the dosage, and any other healthcare issues or concerns you may be currently experiencing or facing.

Consultation and Patient Intake

We begin by taking your patient history to become knowledgeable about any medications, allergies, or prior health conditions.

This history helps the doctor learn more about what you came in for, what your background is, and to make an initial evaluation of how to create an effective treatment plan.

The questionnaire is to help our doctor assess your current health condition, along with your previous medical history and any isolated injuries like back pain and muscle strength or chronic issues that you may be experiencing.

In addition to the questionnaire, during your first visit your chiropractor will want to know your occupation, if there are any physical activities that you participate in, and what specifically you wish to resolve.

The reason Dr. Amina Ahmad will want to know all of this information is to help them determine the exact cause of your pain or injury and a targeted treatment plan to resolve your condition quickly and effectively. The history and exam will also determine if Dr. Amina Ahmad can help you with the health problem and if you would require another specialist and this will be communicated with you.

Your first visit is the perfect time for you to communicate anything of importance regarding your pain, medical history, and health goals.

Physical Exam

After the chiropractor reviews your paperwork, and ask a complete history they’ll do an exam.

They will do a full or partial neurological exam to test sensation, strength , reflexes, range of motion , any muscle loss and differences right to left, and orthopedic tests. Dr. Amina Ahmad will also assess the spine.

An examination of the entire spine will take place and the doctor will hone in on any specific area that is relevant to your pain.

Dr. Amina Ahmad AA Spine & Rehab Clinic may send you to get an X-ray or MRI to help her understand the structure and integrity of your bone and disc anatomy. If you already had diagnostics for your condition you may not need further diagnostics.

Once we gather the patient history, previous or ordered diagnostics, and exam findings, Dr. Amina Ahmad formulates a plan specifically to address your health care needs. She may refer you to a specialist, if a specialist is required for the effective management condition. For example, an orthopedic surgeon, a neurologist, a pain management doctor, etc. Our staff will assist with preauthorizations, and help coordinate care and appointments to get the care you need by top specialists in their field.

Treatment Plan Report of Findings

Every patient is unique and their treatments are specifically tailored to their particular needs. Chiropractic treatment cannot begin before the initial consultation or the physical exam is complete. Dr. Amina Ahmad also utilizes exam, diagnostics, previous medical records to see if anything was missed by other health care facilities and swiftly determine any additional care. Some patients are under diagnosed or inaccurately diagnosed. Dr. Amina Ahmad at AA Spine & Rehab Clinic believes in a Team effort approach to care and expects her patients to be actively particpating in their care.

The chiropractors use the information they have gathered to help determine the very best treatment option for you. We may also discuss alternative treatments for your care so you understand the options available to you. Your second visit may consist of a report of findings to let you know what Dr. Ahmad’s assessment is and any out of pocket treatment costs. This will be based on your insurance. If you have no insurance , treatment packages are available with credit card and monthly plans can be created from Care Credit .

It is not possible for us to determine that you will need a specific amount of visits to feel better, if an exam has not been performed. Each patient's care will be different.

While some may recover more quickly than others, each patient's amount of time spent in our office will vary. Treatment times may vary from 15 minutes to one and a half hours depending on the treatment plan and the level of treatment.

First Chiropractic Adjustment

We always encourage our patients to receive their first adjustment after your consultation and exam and care plan is determined.

Your first adjustment will take place on a chiropractic table that is padded and comfortable to lay on.

With chiropractic care, the adjustments can be performed face down, sitting upright, laying on your side, or laying on your back. The type of adjustment that you receive will be determined based upon your pain and injury condition and what is determined to be safe. Dr. Amina Ahmad is able to do a gentler activator technique or a manual adjustment. If you have hardware in your spine due to surgery or electronic implants, we may formulate a plan that does not comprimise your spine. This is also something the chiropractor will discuss with you before putting you on the table. She will walk you through each adjustment and explain the importance of what she is doing, so that you feel 100% at ease during the entire adjustment process.

If you have any concerns whatsoever after your first adjustment, make sure you express them immediately to the doctor.

Follow-Up Treatment

The goal of chiropractic care is a holistic, comprehensive way to alleviate your pain, increase your muscle and joint function, and strength and minimize the need for surgery and pain medications.

AA spine & Rehab Clinic hopes to restore your body to its normal range of motion and function so you can return to your normal life.

Dr. Amina Ahmad at AA Spine & Rehab Clinic will discuss with you how often you need to receive treatment.

Following the plan she provides as well as home care is crucial to recovery. The patients that have the best results are ready to be active participants in reclaiming their health and mobility.

Skipping appointments and not following the plan that was made specifically for your recovery will only hinder your ability to recover properly and within the time frame that was discussed.

Dr. Amina Ahmad and her staff at AA Spine & Rehab Clinic maintain great communication with our patients and quickly address their concerns. Our patients feel listened too, and cared for on all levels. This is what sets AA Spine & Rehab Clinic apart from other facilities. We have a greater emphasis on the quality and detail of care and this has been the reason why our patients are happy and have achieved excellent results. Our goal is to improve your musculoskeletal health and also optimize your overall health, and develop doctor patient relationships that see you through the seasons of your life.

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