Frequently Asked Questions

There's a popular misconception that chiropractic care just entails one type of treatment: spinal manipulation (spinal adjustment). Chiropractors, on the other hand, practise a patient-centred, multi-modal approach to treatment.

Most Australian chiropractors use a holistic approach to treatment that involves a variety of manual treatments, such as mobilisation, muscle and soft tissue techniques, electro-therapies, exercise prescription, rehabilitation, in addition to spinal adjustment.

Chiropractors are no different from any other health practitioner when it comes to treating patients (including GPs). They conduct an assessment and formulate a care plan based on the patient's needs, as well as provide recommendations on potential management strategies.

A chiropractic adjustment is the skilful application of a particular force in a precise direction to a fixated, or "locked up" spinal joint. This can help boost or recover joint mobility, allowing the spine to regain more natural motion and function over time.

The spine can be adjusted in a variety of ways. A brief and highly-accurate thrust is usually delivered by the chiropractor's hands or a specially built instrument. Some adjusting methods are quick, whereas others require a slow, constant or indirect pressure.

Mobility, vitality, and stamina can all be improved by restoring better spinal function.

Chiropractors perform precise chiropractic changes with experience rather than force or strength. Where applicable, various forms of manual therapy and low-force procedures are used. Chiropractic care has a low risk profile, particularly as compared to more invasive methods of spinal healthcare, but all types of chiropractic treatment can cause adverse reactions in some people.

It is recommended that you carry all previous imaging findings obtained during your life. This could be extremely useful information. The Chiropractor may refer out for additional imaging if required.

Medicare covers the majority of the cost of plain film X-rays, leaving just a slight out-of-pocket charge.

While MRI scans are not covered by Medicare, most private radiology practises provide very reasonable rates and can often accommodate on short notice.

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