Frequently Asked Questions
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Gather any relevant medical records, including MRI, X-rays, EMG, etc. Dropping off records prior
to your first visit is helpful, but not necessary. If you don't have your imaging/test reports, you
can download our Release of Records form. Complete this authorization form, and please remember to
sign and date it. Fax (310-318-7944) or email (thecenterhb@gmail.com) the completed form to our office.
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Make a list of medications and nutritional supplements you currently take.
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Make a list of the care (ie: manipulation, physical therapy, injections, surgery) you have received
for your current issue.
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Make a list of any questions, concerns, and/or goals you have about this issue.
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Download the Intake Forms and bring the completed forms, or email them prior to your first appointment (thecenterhb@gmail.com). If you prefer, we can also mail the forms to you.
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Allow approximately 90 minutes for your initial visit.
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A medical prescription for your care is typically not necessary, unless the injury is work related. However,
if your doctor will give you a prescription, it occasionally helps with insurance coverage.
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Patients under 18 years of age need to be accompanied by a parent/guardian on the first visit.
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Please call us if you have any questions at 310-374-9025.
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We will take a detailed history and perform a physical evaluation in order to define your injury/issue.
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We will educate you about your problem.
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We will show you how to help your body heal. Techniques include: Self myofascial massage, stabilizing
and strengthening exercises, pain management (ie: using ice/heat, topical analgesics), and awareness of
aggravating positions.
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We sometimes use Kinesio, or some other form of tape, to support your body while it is healing. Kinesio
Tape is very light-weight and enhances muscle, joint, and circulatory functions aiding in injury recovery.
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Soreness the day after treatment can occur and is a normal part of the healing process. We will make some
suggestions on how to minimize the soreness. It usually resolves in one to two days.
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On a rare occasion, one treatment may resolve your problem. More likely, it may take a few treatments to
both resolve the pain and/or increase your body's function and performance.
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We work on a treat and release basis, which means we do not keep you coming for care unless it's helping.
If it's not helping, we may give you a referral to see a healthcare provider such as an orthopedic surgeon,
physical therapist, or acupuncturist. As part of your care, we may suggest yoga or pilates.
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We are located at 1200 Artesia Blvd., Suite 200, Hermosa Beach, California 90254. The office is located at
the southeast corner of the intersection of Prospect Avenue and Artesia Blvd. Our phone number is (310) 374-9025.
Appointments are available Monday thru Friday.
The first visit, which includes a consultation, examination, and treatment, will take about 60 to 90 minutes.
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