Patients

New Patient Center

Before you visit us at our Chiropractic office in Land O Lakes, FL, take a look at our information below to see what you can expect as a new patient. We also have some handy forms available to you, as well as a list of our accepted insurances and credit cards. We look forward to seeing you!

What to Expect

The main goal of your first visit is to have an examination and reach a diagnosis. You will be asked about problems you have been encountering and about the nature of your pain. The examination may include a few tests or referral for diagnostic studies, to evaluate your health status.

Once you have been diagnosed, Dr. Santana will develop a personalized treatment plan. The plan may include how many treatments you will need and what other procedures might occur. Depending on what is causing your pain and the severity of the issue, you might receive treatment the same day.

Dr. Santana may combine the use of spinal adjustments and other manual therapies with several other treatments and approaches such as:

  • Heat and ice
  • Electrical stimulation
  • Massage
  • Laser
After your first session, if you are like most people, you will feel more relaxed and less concerned. Many people find they breathe more fully. Some patients continue to move and stretch in various ways to release any tension they may be holding. Occasionally a feeling of “letting go” may occur, allowing you to unwind chronic tension patterns. Over several sessions you will likely feel more relaxed. Any adverse effects are typically minor and brief in length. The likelihood of initial soreness or increased pain after a chiropractic adjustment has been found to be similar to that of starting an exercise program. There are several ways you can speed up the healing process after a chiropractic treatment. Self-care plans will help you restore your body to good health and help you experience the results of the treatment more quickly. To promote healing after an adjustment, your chiropractor may instruct you to:
  • Use an ice pack on the treated area (for any swelling or redness)
  • Try light stretching exercises
  • Sleep on a suitable mattress
  • Avoid heavy lifting
  • Refrain from intense physical exercise for at least 3-5 days
  • Eat a balanced diet
  • Drink plenty of water

New Patient Forms

The following forms are provided for new patients who would like to finish their paperwork at their convenience before they visit us: Click one of the buttons below to download the forms. We can’t wait to see you!

Accepted Medical Insurances

We accept all of the insurance providers listed below, if you do not see your insurance listed, feel free to give us a call to see if we accept it!

Accepted Auto Insurances

Did you know that we accept auto insurance? If you have been in a car accident and need chiropractic help, you can count on us! Give us a call today to discuss your options and to set up your appointment.