Teleconsultations for Musicians

Dr. Kertz will evaluate and offer opinions on issues of a performance related nature, either specific, such as back pain, hand/wrist pain, shoulder pain, etc., or from an injury prevention perspective, taking the whole individual into consideration, examining posture, habits, daily routine, etc.. This may include interpretation of laboratory tests or imaging, and/or offering second opinions. A general musician’s exam is also available in which the musician will perform on their instrument while Doctor Kertz evaluates and offers suggestions on injury avoidance by observing the way they are holding the instrument, their posture, and playing technique as the player is performing in real time. This can be done either for a specific issue or from a complete injury prevention perspective. If this is not practical, evaluation of taped performance is also an option. Treatment options will be offered based on condition necessity, and communication with other health care providers is feasible as/if appropriate. These consultations are designed to be appropriate for the professional, amateur, and beginning musician alike, regardless of age or skill level, and/or for those recovering from injury or surgery.

Consultations and exams of a more thorough nature are available in person by special arrangement.

Teleconsultations for non-musicians

Dr. Kertz offers similar services from a non-musical perspective, including but not limited to dance, various work-specific type injuries, general wellness, and second opinions.

Fees

Fees for these services are as follows and may be paid by credit card with or through Paypal or by arrangement with Dr. Kertz.

$100 for the 1st thirty minutes, with each 15 minute increment afterword an additional $50 U.S..

As this is on an evaluation/consultation basis, many issues are able to be handled in the 30 minute increment, with most of the postural exam/evaluations going more toward the 30-45 minute mark. Sessions may be recorded if so desired.

Submission of questions or testing/imaging results prior to consultation is encouraged to maximize your time with the doctor. The sessions may be recorded if one wishes for future reference. For questions about Skype/Zoom or phone consultations or to book a time, contact us!

Many issues that come up in teleconsultations are discussed in Dr. Kertz’s books, which can be ordered here.

Disclaimer: Dr. Kertz is a chiropractic physician and offers these consultations/evaluations only within the scope of his practice. These private consultations via phone or Skype/Zoom are for informational purposes only. Dr. Kertz cannot assume clinical care for patients who have not been seen or treated in his office, nor assume responsibility for their clinical condition or cause. Those who take advantage of this service are encouraged to retain a primary care physician for clinical care and diagnosis.