Optimal Chiropractic and Wellness
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    • Home
    • About us
      • Meet Our Team
      • Areas of specialty
      • Patient Reviews
      • Clinic Tour
    • Care we provide
      • Conditions We Treat
      • Shockwave Therapy
      • Treatments
      • Custom Orthotics
    • New Patients
    • Insurance
      • Insurance and Finances
    • Contact us
Optimal Chiropractic and Wellness
  • Home
  • About us
    • Meet Our Team
    • Areas of specialty
    • Patient Reviews
    • Clinic Tour
  • Care we provide
    • Conditions We Treat
    • Shockwave Therapy
    • Treatments
    • Custom Orthotics
  • New Patients
  • Insurance
    • Insurance and Finances
  • Contact us

WHAT TO EXPECT AT YOUR FIRST APPOINTMENT

Step 1: Paperwork

Step 2: Consultation

Step 2: Consultation

We'll send your intake forms electronically before your visit so you can skip the waiting room paperwork. You can complete your health history, current symptoms, and goals for care from home.

Step 2: Consultation

Step 2: Consultation

Step 2: Consultation

You’ll meet with your provider to review your symptoms, history, past treatments, and goals. We treat this as an open, two-way dialogue, so bring your questions and let us know what you hope to accomplish.

Step 3: Examination

Step 2: Consultation

Step 4: Findings & Plan

Your provider will perform a targeted physical exam focusing on your area of concern—evaluating posture, movement, joint function, and relevant orthopedic or neurological tests. If imaging (such as an X-ray or MRI) is necessary, we will discuss options and assist with referrals.

Step 4: Findings & Plan

Step 6: Home Care & Next Steps

Step 4: Findings & Plan

Your provider will clearly explain their findings in plain language and outline a treatment plan tailored specifically to your goals. You'll leave with a clear understanding of your diagnosis and recommended next steps.

Step 5: Treatment

Step 6: Home Care & Next Steps

Step 6: Home Care & Next Steps

If care is indicated, your provider will begin your treatment right away on Day one. Our goal is to get you back to feeling your best quickly, and many patients notice a positive change immediately following their visit.

Step 6: Home Care & Next Steps

Step 6: Home Care & Next Steps

Step 6: Home Care & Next Steps

Before you leave, we'll equip you with customized home care recommendations such as targeted stretches, ergonomic advice to support your recovery between visits. We’ll also outline a clear roadmap for your ongoing care so you know exactly what to expect moving forward.

appointment types when booking online

New Patient Exam

Established Patient Re-Exam

New Patient Exam

For new patients. Your first visit includes a review of your health history and current concerns, a comprehensive physical and orthopedic examination, and, when appropriate, your first treatment—such as chiropractic care or soft tissue therapy. The appointment is 30-45 minutes. 

Follow-up Visit

Established Patient Re-Exam

New Patient Exam

For existing patients seen within the last 6 months. The visit includes chiropractic adjustment and soft tissue therapy as needed. The appointment is 15 minutes. 

Established Patient Re-Exam

Established Patient Re-Exam

Established Patient Re-Exam

For existing patients with a new complaint or patients who have not been seen in over 6 months. This 30-minute appointment includes an evaluation of your current condition and may include treatment when appropriate. Please note that insurance coverage for re-examinations may not be covered and an additional exam fee may apply.

Cupping Therapy

Custom Orthotics

Established Patient Re-Exam

Cupping therapy uses suction cups to help reduce muscle tension, improve circulation, and promote tissue mobility. A 15-minute cupping session is $85 when booked as a standalone appointment, or $50 when added to a chiropractic appointment. Cupping is self-pay only and not covered by insurance.

Custom Orthotics

Custom Orthotics

Custom Orthotics

Custom-fit orthotics designed and manufactured in the USA using a custom mold of your feet. Each pair is tailored to your unique foot structure, weight, and activity level for personalized support and optimal function. A mold of your feet will be taken in our office and sent to Sole Supports for manufacturing. The appointment takes approximately 15 minutes and costs $299.

Free Consult

Custom Orthotics

Custom Orthotics

A complimentary 10-minute phone consultation to answer basic questions, discuss your concerns, and help determine whether our care may be right for you. To schedule a consultation, please call our office.

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Optimal Chiropractic and Wellness

1798a Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02140, United States

Call us: 617-500-9116

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