Dot Exam FAQ’s

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Dot Exam FAQs with Elberton Family Chiropractic in Elberton, GA

Those who are getting certain jobs may need to get a regular DOT/CDL exam. There are many places where you can get your Dot exam done. One of these places is at a chiropractor’s office. You can find a chiropractor at Elberton Family Chiropractic in Elberton, Georgia to give you one. Below are some DOT Exam FAQs.

What Is A Dot Exam?

A DOT exam is a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination needed for jobs in this department. A DOT exam can only be done by a licensed “medical examiner.” A licensed “medical examiner” includes doctors of osteopathy (DO), doctors of chiropractic (DC), advanced practice nurses (APN), and doctors of medicine (MD).

What Can A Dot Exam Help?

A DOT exam can help determine if you are fit for a CDL related job. Federal law states that CDL holders must take periodic physical examinations, termed “Department of Transportation Medical Examination”. This exam is given to drivers to make sure they can safely drive a commercial vehicle. This ‘Medical Examiner’s Certificate’ is referred to as a ‘DOT medical card’ by truck drivers and trucking companies. There are certain medical requirements you must pass, according to the US Department of Transportation. These requirements include:

  • Cardiac insufficiency

  • 20/40 vision in each eye

  • Below 160/100 for blood pressure

  • You cannot be using a habit-forming drug such as narcotics or amphetamines

  • Diabetes that is monitored with medication taken orally or diet

  • Blood pressure medication

  • If you had a cardiovascular disease, you must have taken and passed a stress test within the last 12 months.

Make sure to tell the examiner of any recent surgeries or injuries that could affect your test results.

Why Do Chiropractors Perform Dot Exams? 

Chiropractors perform DOT exams since they are considered a  licensed “medical examiner.” Some conditions that may disqualify a person when taking this test is if they have issues such as a back injury that happened recently. A chiropractor can help you pass this part of the test by doing adjustments to help you quickly recover from your injuries in a timely manner. Talk to a staff member at Elberton Family Chiropractic to get the process started.

Visit Elberton Family chiropractic Today in Elberton, GA!

Make an appointment today with one of our chiropractors at Elberton Family Chiropractic to get a DOT Exam. You can visit us at Elberton Family Chiropractic, 14 Laurel Dr, Elberton, GA 30635. You can also call us at (706)213-7246