New Patients at Gentle Care Clinic
We ask new patients to call our office to book—this gives us a chance to get to know you a bit, and to understand your needs. We’ll send you our new patient paperwork ahead of time, so that Dr Katherine Shields (Chiropractor) knows a bit more about your current situation.
We have several new patient appointment types dependent upon your individual needs and the complexity of your presentation. We will advise you of the appointment selected for you and the specific duration and cost associated.
If possible, please ensure you are well-hydrated before and after your appointment.
Your First Visit
When you arrive for your first visit, Dr Katherine will greet you and introduce herself. Then you will sit down with her to talk about your history (from the pre-appointment consultation form) and what has brought you in for care today. She’ll take your vitals and explain our approach to care—she wants you to feel comfortable and secure in the knowledge that there won’t be any surprises.
Your appointment will be between 40-50 mins. Please allow adequate travel time to ensure you arrive on time and can make the most of your appointment.
She will conduct an overall assessment to determine areas of concern that are contributing to your condition and symptoms. Then, if you’re ready to begin care, you will receive your first NeuroImpulse Protocol adjustment, which is a highly specific and gentle adjusting technique.
After your adjustment, Dr Katherine will give you an overview of what to expect. Your care is customised to your specific situation, and we will adjust your plan as your body begins to respond and heal.
Please ensure your new patient paperwork is completed at least 48 hours prior to your appointment.
Please bring any relevant test results, scans etc to your appointment if applicable.
Plan on about 30-40 minutes for your first visit.
We offer immediate private health rebates when your appointment is paid in full.
Book your next appointment before you leave to ensure your preferred time and day is available – timely follow up care is important.
Your Second Visit
Your follow-up visit is scheduled within a day or two (no more than a week out) to see how your body has responded to your first adjustment and treatment options. Dr Katherine will explain how your nervous system and body adapt, and, based on your body’s response, she will continue care with chiropractic adjustments and, if appropriate, low-level laser therapy.