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Dr. D Asks...

What's a side effect?

It may sound like a bonus; something extra, but chiropractors know it should more accurately called an "unintended effect," and "unwanted effect" or in some cases an "adverse effect." A pill can't come close to matching your body's ability to create and deliver the essential compounds it needs. That's when it's important to make sure your nervous system is working correctly—the purpose of chiropractic care!

Which organs are extra?

You don't have any spare parts. Sure, we can survive without our tonsils, appendix, gall bladder and several other tissues, but each serves a purpose. We chiropractors recognize this. So the chiropractic approach I use in Berkeley Heights is to reduce nerve interferences to the control and regulation of every tissue, organ and system of your body.

Your First Visit

On your first visit a lot needs to happen.

Of course, the first step is to get all of the initial admitting paperwork completed. You can save about 15 minutes by downloading the initial patient forms from our site.

Once the paperwork is finished, you will have a consultation with Dr. DeFabio about your current condition as well as a complete history. If you have any recent test results, please bring them along. The more information you bring, the better we can help you. Also, if you are on medication, please bring a list of your medications.

After the consultation and history, the next step is an examination.

The examination consists of a thorough neurologic, orthopedic, functional and chiropractic evaluations. Of course, we'll check your height, weight and blood pressure, too. All of these tests will give the doctor the information needed to diagnosis your problem and determine not only if you can be helped, but more importantly, the best course of action to take in helping you met your health goals. If any additional tests are needed, such as MRI's CAT scans, x-rays, lab tests or additional consultations, that would be discussed after the examination. Radiographic x-rays are taken in the office when needed.

Plan to be in the office for approximately 45 minutes for the first visit.

After the examination home care instructions are given and a follow-up appointment is scheduled called the report of findings. At that time Dr. D. will discuss with you the course of treatment for your condition to get you back on track as soon as possible.