A Schedule of Care: Your Journey to Recovery with LMH Optimal Therapy

If you’ve never visited a chiropractor before, one of the biggest questions you may have is: “How many appointments will I need?”

The answer depends entirely on your body, lifestyle, symptoms, and goals. At LMH Optimal Therapy, we create personalised schedules of care designed to help you move from pain relief and recovery into long-term wellbeing and maintenance. Rather than offering a “quick fix,” our goal is to help patients achieve lasting improvements in movement, mobility, recovery, and overall health.

Here’s an example of what a typical care journey may look like at LMH Optimal Therapy.

Phase 1: Initial Consultation & Weekly Chiropractic Adjustments

Week 1 - Your Chiropractic Consultation

Your first appointment is focused on understanding your body, your symptoms, and what may be contributing to your discomfort.

During your consultation, your chiropractor will:

• Discuss your health history and lifestyle

• Assess posture, movement, and spinal function

• Identify areas of tension, restriction, or imbalance

• Explain possible causes of your symptoms

• Create a personalised treatment plan

Depending on your case, you may also receive your first adjustment during this appointment.

What Phase 1 Usually Looks Like

For many patients, the first stage of care focuses on reducing pain, improving mobility, and helping the body settle down.

A typical Phase 1 plan may include:

Week	Focus
Week 1	Initial consultation and first treatment
Week 2	Chiropractic adjustment
Week 3	Chiropractic adjustment
Week 4	Chiropractic adjustment
Week 5	Progress report and reassessment

Why Are Weekly Appointments Recommended?

Pain and dysfunction often develop gradually over time. Whether symptoms are linked to posture, work stress, gym training, injury, or daily habits, one session is rarely enough to create long-lasting change.

Weekly chiropractic care allows us to:

✔ Build consistency with treatment

✔ Improve movement patterns

✔ Reduce tension and irritation

✔ Monitor progress closely

✔ Help the body adapt positively over time

At the end of this phase, we reassess your progress and discuss the next steps in your recovery journey.

Phase 2: Chiropractic Care Combined With Sports Massage

Once symptoms begin improving and mobility increases, many patients move into a second phase focused on recovery, muscle health, and maintaining progress.

This is where combining chiropractic care with sports massage can be incredibly effective.

Why Combine Chiropractic & Sports Massage?

Chiropractic care focuses on joint movement and spinal function, while sports massage helps address muscular tension, recovery, and flexibility.

Together, they can help:

• Improve mobility and flexibility

• Reduce recurring muscle tightness

• Support exercise recovery

• Improve posture and movement quality

• Maintain the progress already achieved

  
  

A Typical Phase 2 Schedule

Week	Focus
Week 6	Chiropractic adjustment & 45 minute sports massage
Week 7	Chiropractic adjustment & 30 minute sports massage
Week 8	Chiropractic adjustment & 30 minute sports massage
Week 9	Chiropractic adjustment & 30 minute sports massage

At this stage, many patients notice they are:

• Moving more comfortably

• Experiencing fewer flare-ups

• Sleeping better

• Recovering faster after exercise

• Feeling less stiff and tense day-to-day

Phase 3: Monthly Wellbeing & Maintenance Appointments

Once your body is functioning better and symptoms are under control, the focus shifts towards maintenance and prevention. Many patients choose to continue care every 3-4 weeks as part of their long-term wellbeing routine. Rather than waiting for pain or stiffness to return, monthly wellbeing appointments help keep the body moving and functioning well.

What Monthly Maintenance Care Can Help With

Monthly wellbeing appointments may help:

✔ Reduce stress and muscle tension

✔ Support posture and spinal mobility

✔ Improve recovery from work and exercise

✔ Prevent recurring stiffness and aches

✔ Maintain movement and flexibility

✔ Support overall wellbeing long-term

Many patients see these appointments as part of their normal self-care routine alongside exercise, nutrition, and prioritising recovery.

Every Treatment Plan Is Personalised

No two patients are the same. Some people improve quickly and need fewer sessions, while others with longer-standing issues or physically demanding lifestyles may benefit from more ongoing support.

At LMH Optimal Therapy, we always explain:

• Why we’re recommending care

• What your treatment goals are

• How we’ll track progress

• When appointments can be reduced or spaced out

  
  

We believe in transparent, patient-focused care that prioritises long-term results - not just temporary relief.

Investing in Your Health & Wellbeing

Looking after your spine, muscles, and mobility is an investment in your long-term health.

Whether you’re recovering from pain, managing stress, training regularly, or simply wanting to move and feel better, a structured plan of care can help your body recover, adapt, and perform at its best.

Ready to Start Your Recovery Journey?

At LMH Optimal Therapy, we provide personalised chiropractic and sports massage care tailored to your body, lifestyle, and goals. Whether you’re dealing with pain, recovering from injury, or looking to stay proactive with your health, our team is here to help you feel and function at your best.

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