What to Expect at Your Visit

At Family Tree Chiropractic, we believe patients feel most empowered when they understand their care. Here’s what you can expect during your journey with Dr. Whitney Fandel.

1. Consultation

Your visit begins with a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Whitney. This is a time to discuss your health concerns, goals, and the reason for your visit. If Dr. Whitney determines that chiropractic care is appropriate for your case, you’ll have the option to proceed with the recommended examination and diagnostic testing.
✔️ All costs are clearly explained before moving forward.

2. Comprehensive Chiropractic Examination

Following your consultation, a complete and thorough chiropractic examination is performed to better understand how your spine and nervous system are functioning.

3. X-Rays (If Needed)

In some cases, spinal X-rays are recommended to help create the safest and most effective care plan. X-rays allow us to:

• See the position and alignment of spinal bones

• Evaluate spinal health and safety for adjustments

• Understand how long a condition may have been developing

4. CLA Insight™ Nervous System Technology

We use NASA-certified CLA Insight Technology to assess the health and function of your central nervous system. These scans identify patterns of neurological stress your body has adapted to over time—often before symptoms appear.

This advanced technology allows us to:

• Locate the source of neurological stress

• Deliver highly specific, scientific chiropractic care

• Track measurable improvements in nervous system function over time

Thermal Scan

A rolling thermal scanner uses infrared sensors to measure temperature patterns along both sides of your spine.
Research shows that healthy nervous systems produce symmetrical spinal temperature patterns. Differences between the left and right sides may indicate:

• Nervous system stress

• Inflammation

• Vertebral subluxation

This helps us identify which areas of the nervous system may be under stress and which organs could be affected.

Surface Electromyography (sEMG)

Surface EMG evaluates the function of your motor nerves by measuring electrical activity in the muscles that support posture. This tells us:

• How efficiently your nervous system is working

• Whether muscles are overworking, weak, or fatigued

• If postural imbalances are present due to spinal misalignments

Heart Rate Variability (HRV)

HRV measures the adaptability of your autonomic nervous system, not the heart muscle itself. A higher HRV indicates better resilience and adaptability to stress.

HRV scanning allows us to:

• Establish a baseline for nervous system health

• Track progress objectively over time

• Understand how well your body responds to physical, emotional, and environmental stressors

5. Report of Findings

Your Report of Findings is scheduled for a follow-up visit, allowing Dr. Whitney time to thoroughly review your results. During this visit:

• Findings are explained clearly and thoroughly

• A personalized care plan is presented

• You’ll learn what’s happening, what needs to be done, and how long improvement may take

Family members are welcome to attend if you wish.

6. Ongoing Care

Adjustments are always performed by Dr. Whitney. Any additional therapies or recommendations during your visits will be based on your individualized care plan and progress.

CLA Insight™ Technology FAQs

Why should I (or my child) have a nervous system scan?
These scans detect abnormal nervous system function that X-rays cannot identify. They show how neurological stress (subluxation) is impacting organs, muscles, glands, and overall energy levels.

How will I benefit?
The scans give us a whole-body perspective, allowing us to see how well your nervous system is adapting to physical, chemical, and emotional stressors—helping us tailor care more precisely.

Does the scan hurt? Is it safe?
Not at all. The scans are gentle, radiation-free, and completely safe for pregnant women, children, and infants.