DOT Physicals

DOT Physical Exam in Lower Lake, CA

If you are looking for a convenient office to complete your DOT Physical that is near me, then you’ve come to the right place.

We do daily exams for regional and long haul truck drivers, as well as bus drivers.  Anyone who needs a Class A or Class B CDL.

DOT EXAM STEPS

STEP 1. Fill out a 1-page brief health history

STEP 2. Complete your DOT physical exam with doctor David Miner, D.C. who is a certified medical examiner for the FMCSA.

• A brief review of your medical history
• Height, weight, blood pressure, pulse rate, range of motion,
• Check your breathing, ears, and eyes
• Discuss any special medical conditions
• Urinalysis for basic urinalysis test

STEP 3. We will complete your paperwork. A photo ID is required.

• You get a DOT medical card for your CDL to keep with you at all times when you are driving.
• You will get 2 copies of the DOT physical form, one for your CDL, one for your company. If you need it, we will also fax the DOT physical form to your company.
• We will keep a copy of your DOT physical form on file at our office.
• Payment is $110.00 for cash, credit, or company check.

Preparing for your DOT Physical Exam:

Things to Plan in Advance:

If you have a medical condition you’re going to need bring some paperwork:

• High Blood Pressure – Bring a list of any medications that you take and name of the prescribing doctor.
• Diabetic Condition – Bring a list of any medications you take and name of the prescribing doctor.
• Heart Condition – If you’ve had a heart attack or cardiovascular disease, you’ll need to bring a copy of your last stress test.
• Sleep Apnea – Bring a copy of your latest sleep test results, if you have one.
• Medications – List all the prescription medicines you take, including strength and dosage. If you regularly take over-the counter medications, such as antacids or allergy pills, please list them, too.
• Contact information – Have the names and phone numbers of your doctors in case you need to call and have them fax missing information.

DOT Physical Exam: Things To Do to Manage Your Blood Pressure:

• Make sure you don’t run out of your prescribed blood-pressure medication.
• Remember to take your medication on schedule. If you forget, most doctors recommend taking your medication as soon as possible.
• If you’re significantly late taking your medication, tell the doctor conducting the DOT physical you forgot to take your regular medication. If your blood pressure is too high, ask to have it rechecked later that day – or even the following day.
  Cutting back on caffeine and nicotine can help improve your blood pressure.
• Reducing the amount of salty foods you eat and avoiding adding salt to your food can also help to lower your blood pressure.
• The week before your DOT physical exam, do cut back on coffee, sodas, energy drinks, potato chips, etc, and don’t add salt to your food. Also reduce your use of nicotine as much as possible. Doing this can help lower your blood pressure reading.

The Day of the DOT Physical:

• Remember to bring the medical records you’ve prepared in advance, including your list of medications.
• Remember to bring eye glasses and /or hearing aid (very important).
• Drink water before arriving for your appointment.

Do you have Neck Pain, Back Pain, Shoulder Pain, or Leg Pain?

Repetitive strain injury builds up over time in long distance truck or bus drivers. Many drivers come in to see us with back pain. One of the injuries we see often is ‘truckers shoulder‘. Others come in with hip and leg pain. Chiropractic adjustment is a key treatment Dr. Miner uses to help his patients get out of pain and improve their ability to perform their work.

Tips For DOT Physical

At SouthShore Chiropractic and Natural Wellness Center, we do DOT Physical Exams.

These are quick, accurate, and hassle-free.

DOT Doctor Lake County, CA

Your DOT doctor at SouthShore Chiropractic and Natural Wellness Center is Dr. David Miner. Many drivers have taken their DOT Physical with him and have been treated for chronic pain caused by driving truck. Our goal at SouthShore Chiropractic and Natural Wellness Center is two-fold: To support you in protecting your livelihood, and to help you with improved lifestyle choices for your health and for your life. We do our best to help you prepare for your DOT physical exam and make your CDL medical certification as hassle-free as possible.

If you have any questions or concerns, please give us a call at 707-994-5204 today!