After you have made your appointment with us, please familarize yourself with where we are located.  This can be done by visiting our Map & Directions section or by simply calling us at (763) 566-1042.

We ask that you arrive about 10-15 minutes early to fill out the necessary paperwork.
Your first visit to Brook West will take about 45 minutes to an hour.  There are many things included in your first visit.
This is an outline of what your first visit may likely include.

• Once you've arrived, please check in with the receptionist and sign-in.
• Please fill out all paperwork and forms.
• You will then be called back to consult and talk to your doctor about your health concern.  This will include getting a complete history of your health, past and present complaints, and injuries you may have encountered.
• Then a physical exam will be performed.  This includes range of motion, touching the painful area, orthopedic tests, and neurologic tests.
• Then, if necessary, x-rays will be taken.  If the doctor deems that x-rays are necessary, they will be taken on site. Patients are always shown their own x-rays and are encouraged to ask questions.
• You will then be started on therapies.  Therapies help reduce any pain, inflammation, or muscle spasm that you my be suffering from.
• Therapies that are used at Brook West Chiropractic include: EMS (electromuscle stim), moist hot packs, ice, ultrasound, and muscle massage.
• Then your doctor will give you your treatment.  The treatment will include adjustments and specialized muscle work.
• This will also allow you to ask your doctor any further questions about your visit and your health.