What to Expect at Your First Visit to RAK Chiropractic

Your first visit at RAK Chiropractic in Rochester is designed to be thorough, efficient, and leave you feeling better before you walk out the door.

Your First Visit, Step by Step

Before You Arrive

After you book, a team member will follow up with a phone call to go over any questions. Your intake forms are sent ahead of time via text and email so you are not filling out paperwork when you walk in. If you need help completing them when you arrive, the team is happy to assist.

When You Walk In

You will be greeted by name and made to feel at home right away. The team will confirm your paperwork and make sure the doctor has everything needed before you go back. This is a warm, welcoming office and that starts the moment you walk through the door.

Staff Consultation

Before the doctor steps in, a staff member will sit with you to review your health history and confirm the details of what you are dealing with. They want the full picture so nothing gets missed.

The Doctor Consultation and Evaluation

Dr. Ryley or Dr. Katie will come in, introduce themselves, and ask you to walk them through what is going on. They listen fully before asking any follow-up questions. From there the conversation shifts from symptoms to cause, because the goal at RAK Chiropractic is not to mask what you are feeling but to find and fix what is actually driving it.

The evaluation includes a leg check, palpation, range of motion assessment, and orthopedic testing. As part of that evaluation, one to two spot adjustments are performed to help confirm the findings and begin addressing the problem. Most patients feel a difference before they even leave.

Wrapping Up

After the evaluation the doctor will let you know what they found and set you up for your follow-up appointment, ideally the very next day. That second visit is where everything comes together. The doctor goes over the full findings, explains what is causing the problem, and presents the care plan along with payment options. Bringing a family member or support person to that appointment is encouraged.

What to Bring

Frequently asked questions

Will I get adjusted on my first visit?

Yes. One to two spot adjustments are a standard part of the evaluation. It helps the doctor confirm the findings and gets the process started right away.

What should I wear?

Comfortable, flexible clothing is best. You will be asked to remove shoes, jewelry, and anything bulky before the evaluation.

Do you see kids and pregnant patients?

Absolutely. Both doctors hold CACCP credentials and Webster certification and regularly care for infants, children, and expecting moms of all stages.

How many visits will I need?

That depends on your condition, how long it has been present, and your goals. Most patients start with two to three visits per week to correct the issue and transition to less frequent visits as they improve. The doctor presents a personalized plan at the follow-up appointment.

Do I have to keep coming forever?

No, though many patients choose to continue with maintenance care once their issue is resolved. The goal is to fix the problem and help you keep it fixed, not create dependency.

Ready to Come In?

RAK Chiropractic has been serving Rochester and the surrounding communities since 2010. If you are ready to find out what is actually going on and start feeling better, we are ready to help.