A chiropractic neurology consultation provides an opportunity to discuss neurological, vestibular, musculoskeletal, balance, movement, or other functional concerns with a clinician who has advanced education in chiropractic neurology.
Consultations may be useful for patients seeking another perspective on persistent or complex symptoms, for individuals who have already completed testing or treatment elsewhere, or when coordination with another healthcare professional may be helpful.
What May Be Reviewed During a Consultation?
The scope of a consultation depends on the reason for the appointment and may include discussion or review of:
- Current symptoms and concerns
- Relevant medical and injury history
- Previous imaging or diagnostic testing
- Previous treatment or rehabilitation
- Medication or specialty-care history provided by the patient
- Neurological, vestibular, musculoskeletal, or functional concerns
- Questions about additional evaluation or appropriate next steps
Consultation vs. Examination
A consultation and a comprehensive examination are not necessarily the same appointment. Depending on the reason for your visit, the doctor may recommend a separate neurological, musculoskeletal, vestibular, or other examination before making specific care recommendations.
The office can explain what is included when scheduling your appointment.
Working With Other Healthcare Professionals
Chiropractic neurology may be used alongside care from medical physicians, neurologists, physical therapists, rehabilitation professionals, or other healthcare providers when appropriate.
If examination findings indicate that additional medical evaluation, imaging, emergency assessment, or another specialty is needed, referral or co-management may be recommended.
What Happens After a Consultation?
Possible next steps depend on the individual situation and may include further examination, review of additional records, conservative care at CNC, referral to another healthcare professional, or coordination with an existing care team.
No specific treatment is assumed before the relevant history and examination findings are considered.
Schedule a Chiropractic Neurology Consultation in Long Beach
Learn more about Dr. Shad Groves, DC, DACNB and CNC Specialty Services, or contact Chiropractic Neurology Center to discuss which appointment type may be appropriate.