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An ‘Adjustment’ is the application of a precise force to a specific part of the involved spinal segment, using the hands, instrument, blocks or drop piece, (often accompanied by an audible ‘pop’) to restore optimal joint function leading to improved movement and normal nerve transmission.

Scientific reviews of the literature report that spinal manipulation is a safe approach for spine pain. As there are many technique options for delivering an adjustment, your Chiropractor will choose the appropriate techniques based on your age, size, condition, and preference, allowing safe and effective treatment.

Will I have to get X-rays?
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Not necessarily. Dr Matt will assess your condition first, and that decides whether X-rays are needed. X-rays help check your spinal alignment, show any longer-term wear and tear, and rule out other underlying problems or injuries. If you are pregnant, you won't be X-rayed, and children are only X-rayed if it's medically necessary. If you do need X-rays, they're taken right here in the clinic and bulk billed through Medicare, so there's no need to go anywhere else.

Your Chiropractor will give you his best and honest recommendation for your presenting condition, however, how you choose to go forward with your spinal care is always up to you! Your Dr will educate you on the differences between alleviating pain, improving function, to allowing your body to achieve and maintain optimal health and well-being.

Chiropractors treat every joint in the body, but the most important are the ones in the spine as they affect the entire nervous system. This means that it can affect more than just one part of the body and more than just pain!

Just as you would get your teeth checked by a dentist for cavities you didn’t know about, or take your car to the mechanic for a service to keep it functioning at its best, Chiropractors recommend regular maintenance check-ups of your spine to detect joint movement problems before they become painful or cause an interruption to your nervous system.

Dysfunction of the spinal joints can happen silently and pain is often the last symptom to appear – so keeping it tuned up helps to prevent this.

Children have spines just like adults! An assessment will determine if the child has any spinal dysfunction which could lead to abnormal movement patterns or neurological stress which may have health implications.

Yes, a modified treatment plan may be required for a pregnant woman, but studies show a large majority of women who receive Chiropractic care enjoy reductions in pain and experience an easier birthing process.

Yes, depending on where the spinal surgery has taken place, a careful assessment must take place to address adjacent segmental dysfunction. Treatment of other areas of the spine will still be important for maintaining the lifespan of the joints. The area of spinal surgery may not be directly treated in some cases.

Yes. We bulk bill Medicare plans referred by your GP, DVA White and Gold card holders, and WorkCover and CTP (car accident) claims with a GP referral. If you're paying privately, chiropractic care is covered by all private health funds when your policy includes chiro in your extras.

No, you can book an appointment with a Chiropractor at any time without a referral from your GP. You'll only need a GP referral if you're claiming through a Medicare plan, DVA, WorkCover or CTP. A thorough diagnostic assessment will be performed by your Chiropractor on your first visit, and relevant care or inter-professional referral may take place after that.

It is important to notify your Chiropractor of any injuries including motor vehicle accidents you experience between visits. This is important not only for maintaining optimal care for you, but for appropriate note taking in case you need to make an insurance claim.

Exercises recommended by any practitioner will always be of benefit to the effectiveness of your care. It may be as simple as walking before sitting again at work or in your car, or a small list of strengthening exercises to complement your adjustment.