Frequently Asked Questions
What do we mean by holistic chiropractor?
A Holistic Chiropractor is a chiropractor who uses traditional chiropractic techniques, like manual adjustments, to improve the function of the body as well as incorporating a range of other holistic techniques into the treatment. These may include remedial massage, dry needling, nutritional and supplement advice, cranio sacral therapy, rehabilitation, lifestyle and exercise advice, mind body spirit.
What can you expect from your first appointment?
Your first appointment involves an initial consultation regarding your overall health. This includes information about the primary complaint, any pre-existing medical conditions as well as information about your current exercise routine, lifestyle, sleep habits and diet. The consultation is followed by a structural analysis and a review of any previous scans. You will receive your first treatment during this appointment. The treatment will be individually tailored to address your presenting complaint as well as aiming to restore balance and alignment to your entire body. Treatment may include remedial massage, joint mobilisation and adjustments, cranio sacral techniques as well as dry needling and muscle stretching techniques. A treatment prescription with rehabilitation exercises will be discussed at your next visit.
How long will my consultation take?
Initial consultations are between 60-75 minutes.
Subsequent consults will be 30-45 minutes.
What is an adjustment?
A chiropractic adjustment is a safe, painless and non-invasive procedure in which chiropractors use their hands or a small instrument to apply a controlled force to a spinal joint. It helps to improve spinal motion and helps to improve the body’s physical function. Sometimes when an adjustment is performed you will hear an audible crack or pop. This cracking or popping sound is a release of a bubble of gas between the joints as they gap.
What is Dry Needling?
Dry needling is a treatment designed to ease muscular pain. During dry needling the practitioner inserts very fine needles into your skin. The needles are inserted into areas of tight knotted muscles and/or around areas of tight knotted muscles. The insertion of the needles causes a small histamine reaction which then encourages an increase in blood flow to the area. The new fresh blood brings oxygen and nutrients to the muscles which in turn promotes healing.
What is the cost of treatment?
Please contact us for prices.
Discounts are available when booking 10 and 5 visit packages.
Do you have health fund rebates?
Yes, we have a HICAPS machine which allows you to claim your rebate on the spot.
What about Medicare?
You can request an allied healthcare plan from your doctor which will allow you to claim a rebate for five sessions from Medicare.
Do you need a referral from a doctor?
No, you do not.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Recent Xray reports
Recent MRI reports
Recent Ultrasound reports
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable clothes or bring some shorts to change into. You may be face down for at least part of the treatment so be mindful of wearing lots of makeup as it may smudge.
What is the expected course of treatment?
Your course of treatment will depend on your condition and its severity. However, you can expect to have 6-12 treatments over 4-12 weeks to stabilise your condition. Some people choose to continue with monthly or quarterly treatments as part of their selfcare strategy and maintenance of chronic conditions.