Your First Visit
What to Expect on Your First Visit
Starting care for pain, mobility, or performance can feel a bit uncertain. Many people aren’t sure what the process will look like or what they’ll actually get out of it.
The goal of your first visit is simple: understand what’s going on, identify what’s holding you back, and create a clear plan moving forward.
Getting to Know You
We start by having a conversation.
This includes:
What you’re dealing with
When it started
What makes it better or worse
What your goals are
Whether your goal is to play golf without pain, train jiu-jitsu consistently, or just move better day-to-day, everything we do is built around that.
Full Body Movement Assessment
Next, we go through a full body movement screen.
This helps us evaluate how your body moves as a whole and identify any limitations or compensations. Often, the area that hurts isn’t the root cause of the issue.
For example, limited ankle or hip mobility can contribute to stress in the knees or lower back. This step gives us a better understanding of how everything is connected.
Focused Examination
After the movement screen, we take a closer look at the specific area you came in for.
This allows us to better understand:
What’s happening locally
How it’s being affected by your overall movement
Why the issue may be lingering
Sport-Specific Screening (If Applicable)
If you’re a golfer, we may use the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) screen to assess how your body moves in relation to your swing.
For jiu-jitsu athletes, we look at how your movement limitations may be affecting positions, transitions, and overall performance on the mat.
Initial Treatment
When appropriate, we will begin treatment during your first visit.
This may include:
Hands-on care or adjustments
Mobility work
Guided movement
This session also helps us see how your body responds so we can better guide future care.
Movement and Exercise Plan
You’ll leave with a small number of targeted exercises (typically 1–3).
These are selected to address your specific limitations and help you start making progress right away. The focus is on quality and consistency, not overwhelming you with too much.
Review and Next Steps
At the end of your visit, we’ll review:
What we found
What it means
What your plan looks like moving forward
You’ll have a clear understanding of the next steps and what to expect as you continue care.
Conclusion
Your first visit is about building a foundation.
By taking the time to assess your movement, understand your goals, and create a personalized plan, we set you up for long-term success—whether that means staying pain-free, improving performance, or simply moving better.
