Well last week I went for my first adjustment. Mindful
of my first experience with the happiness police, I made
sure that this time I was upbeat and full of good cheer.
I made no complaints, answered every question
with either "Good" or "No" (as in, "Are you having
any pain or other problems?"). The assistant
seems to be won over, she actually initiated
conversation with me, which was in total
contrast to our previous interactions. The
relationship with the ortho, OTOH, really does
seem to have taken a subtle but definite turn
since I made the transition from prospective to
actual patient. Before bracing he seemed pleased
to answer my questions, dispense information...now,
I have the impression that if I ask anything
it's as if I'm questioning his competence. Not
that this is going to stop me
. I guess orthos who interact mostly with kids (and the parent
who brings them) are used to calling all the shots,
and not being talked back to. Well, the good news
is that this guy has a reputation for perfection. So
I do have alot of confidence in the treatment plan.
Thanks for listening.
