When Should You See An Allied Health Professional at ChiroCure Clinic!?
How Can The ChiroCure Clinic Team Help With These Issues? At the ChiroCure Clinic we provide evidence-based treatment protocols that focus on improving the musculoskeletal system to help with the pain and discomfort people experience. This is accomplished by using different techniques and modalities of treatment based on patient requirements. Our experienced Chiropractors, Osteopaths and Massage Therapists will complete a thorough assessment of your condition / problem to ensure we know exactly how we are able to help. Our approach to treatment may include manual adjustments, handheld adjustments, manual assisted techniques, soft tissue techniques, rehabilitation exercises & personalised rehab manuals, depending on your problem/s and allied health professional you are with! How Does Osteopathy & Chiropractic Help With Your Pain? Dr. Matt Explains ABOUT PAIN Pain is our body’s mechanism of alerting us when there is something we are doing wrong for our bodies. Meaning that if we want to continue to operate to the best of our abilities, we must create a change in both our habits and behaviours. If we do not, the pain can return and at times worse than before! As pain disappears and the body begins to feel like it's as good as new again the question is… What will you be doing differently next time to avoid this pain!? If the answer is NOTHING, then using osteopathic or chiropractic treatment to your advantage to help decrease the severity of flare ups/relapses is ideal! Why? Because many of the injuries we manage are caused by poor posture and overuse injuries! We offer the rehabilitation needed to overcome these issues! HOW OSTEOPATHY & CHIROPRACTIC TREATMENT CAN HELP!? The Chiropractic and Osteopathic team at the ChiroCure Clinic understand that pain is best managed by creating long term changes! Firstly, the pain needs to be alleviated with adjustive techniques or low force techniques to the spine, soft tissue massage to the surrounding musculature and accompanied by an exercise regime to help make the changes needed to influence bad habits and behaviours! Many of our patients seek Chiropractic or Osteopathy care for conditions such as headaches, neck pain, back pain, sports injury and postural related issues! By creating a change to your musculoskeletal system, it will enable you to function to the best of your abilities. If you are seeking treatment which will help restore your structural and functional health our chiropractors and osteopaths at the ChiroCure Clinic are here to help get you back on track! Dr Matthew SamartzisDr Matthew is one of experienced chiropractors at ChiroCure Clinic StKilda. He has a specific interest in the treatment and management of sports injuries, degenerative conditions and acute pain presentations including headache & low back pain. Dr. Matthew is passionate about providing holistic care that includes manual adjusting.  Should you see a |
| CHIROPRACTOR Chiropractors are an allied health professional who will care for patients who experience neuro-musculoskeletal problems such as joints, muscles and nerves. Musculoskeletal conditions can include (but not limited to) headaches, neck pain. back pain, vertigo sports type injuries and more. Most Chiropractors use spinal manipulation techniques to adjust patients and help alleviate pain symptoms to help normalize function of the spine and the nervous system. Chiropractors are also trained professionals in providing patients with movements, stretches and lifestyle advice to avoid future aches and pains and decrease relapses. Our Chiropractors at the ChiroCure Clinic are driven on reaching your healthcare goals by alleviating symptoms and restoring function to the body. As we begin with a focus on pain that an individual is experiencing, people along the way report several other changes in their overall health and wellbeing from Chiropractic Care! | OSTEOPATH Osteopaths are an allied health professional who cares for patients who experience musculoskeletal system problems such as the bones, muscles, and other tissues that support the body and control bodily movement. When it comes to treating patients’ manual techniques, such as articulations, spinal manipulation and soft tissue massage/muscle stretches may be completed. Our Osteopath has a driven focus in areas such as neck pain, back pain, sciatica, shoulder pain and sports injuries! |
Regardless of who you choose you will be cared for by the professional to the best of their ability!
Often the best choice comes down to patient preference.
The team at the ChiroCure Clinic are always here to help you with any questions over the phone and will let you know if Chiropractic care or Osteopathic care is suitable for your requirements!
Feel open to Contact Us!
Our St Kilda clinic will reopen after lockdown for in-clinic patient treatments from Thursday 18th February
BOOKINGS AVAILABLE from 8am!
BOOKINGS AVAILABLE from 8am!
Don't stress about getting a booking, we will always make a spot available for you outside our normal working hours in coming weeks!
You can view all available services, appointment times, as well as login to our patient portal to change current bookings!
VISIT @ https://bookings.gettimely.com/chirocure/bb/book
ChiroCure Clinic is open sat & sun for appointments!
Saturday appointments 8am - 6pm
Chiropractic, Osteopathy, Massage, Dryneedling, Pregnancy Massage
Our Chiropractors - Dr. Jen and Dr. Matthew are available in the StKilda Clinic for Saturday appointments, along with our Osteopath Dr. Sebastien, for both new patients and return visits. Our Massage therapists are also available all day for weekend appointment bookings.
Sunday appointments 9am - 5pm
Chiropractic, Massage, Myotherapy, Pregnancy Chiropractic, Paediatric care
If you ever need treatment on a Sunday - Dr. Emily and Dr. Tania our Chiropractors are here for you!
They work along side - Dani, Alisa & Claudia our Massage Therapists, and accept new patients and return visits over the weekend.
Chiropractic, Osteopathy, Massage, Dryneedling, Pregnancy Massage
Our Chiropractors - Dr. Jen and Dr. Matthew are available in the StKilda Clinic for Saturday appointments, along with our Osteopath Dr. Sebastien, for both new patients and return visits. Our Massage therapists are also available all day for weekend appointment bookings.
Sunday appointments 9am - 5pm
Chiropractic, Massage, Myotherapy, Pregnancy Chiropractic, Paediatric care
If you ever need treatment on a Sunday - Dr. Emily and Dr. Tania our Chiropractors are here for you!
They work along side - Dani, Alisa & Claudia our Massage Therapists, and accept new patients and return visits over the weekend.
Clinic Phone (03)9013 5133
Online bookings @ chirocure.net
Online bookings @ chirocure.net
Our imaging referrals and services
ChiroCure Clinic® offers state of the art digital X-ray services for your convenience. X-rays are bulk billed directly to Medicare, saving you time and money.
Our practitioners will refer your to have X-rays taken by a qualified radiographer in Balaclava. Referral allows us to view your X-ray images immediately online to assess the results. During your X-ray report of findings consult, our Chiropractor's will explain the results and provide a detailed written report for you to take home.
We can guarantee you will be receiving a safe and accurate diagnosis from the X-rays, which will aid your chiropractor’s recommended course of treatment.
Our practitioners will refer your to have X-rays taken by a qualified radiographer in Balaclava. Referral allows us to view your X-ray images immediately online to assess the results. During your X-ray report of findings consult, our Chiropractor's will explain the results and provide a detailed written report for you to take home.
We can guarantee you will be receiving a safe and accurate diagnosis from the X-rays, which will aid your chiropractor’s recommended course of treatment.
| Why do I need an X-ray? X-rays are a great non-invasive tool which can give your health practitioner an insight into what is going on inside your body. Your practitioner may refer you to get an X-ray if you present with any of the following clinical indications: - Scoliosis - Osteoporosis - Specific trauma - Over 50 years of age - Chronic lower back pain - Recurring headaches As well as a number of other miscellaneous factors which may alert our practitioners to suspect an existing health conditions. | What will an X-ray indicate? All of the X-ray images taken at our clinic are sent to an external radiology company where they are reported on by a qualified Radiologist. The report is sent back to your practitioner and will indicate to them if you have any existing health concerns. It will outline a complete analysis of the area X-rayed and it will indicate any abnormalities present, such as a fracture or dislocation. From this report you will have a proper and accurate diagnosis of any existing conditions and this will in turn allow our Chiropractor's to tailor treatment according to your specific requirements. In certain cases our Chiropractor's may also need to refer you onto other specialists for further imaging and / or treatment. |
Is having an X-ray dangerous?
Modern X-ray facilities such as ours pose very little risk to adults and are considered to be a safe dose of radiation. X-ray imaging is only deemed harmful for a developing foetus.
For this reason you should inform us if you have any reason to believe you may be pregnant. In which case, alternate testing methods which do not involve radiation will be sought.
Modern X-ray facilities such as ours pose very little risk to adults and are considered to be a safe dose of radiation. X-ray imaging is only deemed harmful for a developing foetus.
For this reason you should inform us if you have any reason to believe you may be pregnant. In which case, alternate testing methods which do not involve radiation will be sought.
ChiroCure Clinic is open this holiday period!!
Clinic hours for xmas 2020 and new year 2021 can be seen below.
For more information and appointment bookings please call the clinic.
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Dr Tania Leski
Chiropractor @ChiroCure Clinic
Massage Treatment Explained...
Our Massage Therapists are highly skilled, knowledgeable & qualified practitioners that offer a range of massage services & techniques specific to your presentation. With many years of clinical experience, they are excited to help support your body & health. Treatment is suitable for patients of all ages.
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Massage styles we offer:
- Remedial Massage
- Deep tissue
- Myotherapy
- Thai Massage
- Dry Needling
- Reflexology
- Cupping
- Relaxation
- Shiatsu
- Sports therapy
- Pregnancy specific massage
 | Massage & Myotherapy treatments are returning to ChiroCure Clinic from SEP 30! |
We are excited to announce that from September 30, all of our massage services are returning!
This includes remedial massage, myotherapy, dry needling, pregnancy care, therapeutic cupping, rehabilitation, kinesiology and more.
The end of the year is fast approaching, so don't forget to use your private health benefits before they run out.
This includes remedial massage, myotherapy, dry needling, pregnancy care, therapeutic cupping, rehabilitation, kinesiology and more.
The end of the year is fast approaching, so don't forget to use your private health benefits before they run out.
We would like to warmly welcome our newest Chiropractor - Dr Matthew to the ChiroCure clinic team!
Available during COVID lockdown
 We are very excited to be able to offer Dr Matthew's clinical experience and passion for health care to our patients and the local community. Dr Matthew is a registered Chiropractor with a double degree from RMIT, who grew up in the Northern suburbs of Melbourne. | Appointment Availability: Mon 2pm - 9pm Wed 12pm - 9pm Thurs 10am - 8pm Sat* 12pm - 6pm |
​What is Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition that often causes debilitating pain and associated symptoms including emotional stress and headaches.
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7 common symptoms of fibromyalgia, and how we can help!!
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#1 Chronic Pain
Fibromyalgia patients experience a condition known as central sensitisation. This means that the body is constantly in a state of wind-up where stimuli are perceived as far more painful than they should be. Central sensitisation causes the body to categorise non-dangerous stimuli as dangerous, leading to widespread pain in the body. #2 Overwhelming Sensory Responses For fibromyalgia patients touch is not the only sense that is easily overwhelmed, you may also experience changes in sight, smell, and hearing. Thus, a loud noise, bright lights, or pungent odour may prove exhausting, or trigger a flare-up in symptoms. Unfortunately, sensory overload is often unavoidable for a fibromyalgia patient. #3 Extreme Exhaustion The exhaustion associated with fibromyalgia can be debilitating. Exhaustion may be caused from the stress of dealing with pain on a continual basis. This may in turn cause sleeping problems. incorrect sleeping posture or pillow support - we can help you with this at the clinic. #4 Difficulty Sleeping For someone suffering from fibromyalgia, sleep problems can result in a debilitating cycle. Lack of sleep actually causes a person to experience higher pain levels. However, that pain can also make it difficult to sleep. Our practitioners can offer recommendations on lifestyle changes that may help improve sleep habits, including therapeutic pillows and sleep posture. We can also offer support to help you find your best environment for sleep. 
#5 Associated Conditions
​Research has found a link between fibromyalgia and an increased risk of IBS - irritable bowel syndrome. Patients may also be at greater risk of suffering from emotional conditions including depression and anxiety. Whether the pain or uncertainty of the fibromyalgia symptoms and create negative effects in a patients social life, personal life or career. #6 Cognitive Symptoms For many fibromyalgia patients, this can be one of the toughest parts of the condition to deal with. Pain can make it difficult to focus. This can affect both work and home life. Short-term memory issues and information retention problems are common. You may wander the house for half an hour looking for your keys only to forget what you needed to go to the store for in the first place. It can be tough to explain to family and friends what it is like to feel as though you are in a fog at all times. #7 Chronic Headaches or Migraines Fibromyalgia patients are at risk of experiencing for more frequent migraines or headaches, including tension headaches, as chronic pain and stress can lead to tension in the neck and shoulders and spine. Our practitioners can help with specific treatment techniques and home care exercises to relax the muscles around your tension areas. |
Treatment options...
​Our practitioners can offer you chiropractic, osteopathy and remedial massage treatments to help manage your condition and symptoms.
Our Chiropractors and Osteopaths will focus treatment around the cervical region, specifically the top two bones in the neck, being the C1 and C2 vertebrae, as well as the cranial region. ​ To learn if upper our cervical specific treatment is the right option for you, please come and see us at ChiroCure Clinic in StKilda. Our therapists will take a patient history and perform a physical examination. We may refer you to have some diagnostic imaging, which may help to determine the degree and location and extent of any upper cervical misalignments that are present. We will discusstreatment options and a plan of care can be determined to meet your specific needs. |
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ChiroCure Clinic is excited to introduce and welcome our newest Chiropractor to the clinic team - Dr Jinal Rana!
MONDAY 12pm - 3pm
TUESDAY 2pm - 9pm FRIDAY 9am - 2pm SATURDAY 9am - 5pm |
Dr. Jinal graduated with distinction with an undergraduate and postgraduate degree in chiropractic from RMIT university.
She is highly passionate and motivated about patient care and is committed to providing high quality patient care for people of all ages.
In the past years of chiropractic curriculum and practice, Dr. Jinal has had wide range of experience working with patients in variety environment and conditions, which has helped her broaden her knowledge and skill set for providing holistic chiropractic care. She routinely continues to further her education with ongoing seminars and courses in chiropractic adjusting and treatment techniques, to keep abreast of new developments within the medical field.
Dr. Jinal is passionate about treating patients with acute neck and back pain, and has an interest in headaches, migraines, TMJ, sinus related conditions. She is excited to offer ChiroCure Clinic patients her expertise and advice on how to optimise health and wellness. Dr Rana enjoys including home care support to help her patients accelerate in their recovery.
We warmly welcome her to join our team.
She is highly passionate and motivated about patient care and is committed to providing high quality patient care for people of all ages.
In the past years of chiropractic curriculum and practice, Dr. Jinal has had wide range of experience working with patients in variety environment and conditions, which has helped her broaden her knowledge and skill set for providing holistic chiropractic care. She routinely continues to further her education with ongoing seminars and courses in chiropractic adjusting and treatment techniques, to keep abreast of new developments within the medical field.
Dr. Jinal is passionate about treating patients with acute neck and back pain, and has an interest in headaches, migraines, TMJ, sinus related conditions. She is excited to offer ChiroCure Clinic patients her expertise and advice on how to optimise health and wellness. Dr Rana enjoys including home care support to help her patients accelerate in their recovery.
We warmly welcome her to join our team.
​You can schedule an appointment online with Dr Jinal via our online booking system.
Simply visit: https://bookings.gettimely.com/chirocure/bb/book?staff=313787
ChiroCure Clinic will remain open for the duration of this second lockdown period.
Our practitioners will be available to patients for all treatments via appointment booking.
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Dear Patients,
At ChiroCure, we place your health and wellbeing as our highest priority, as such we will be open during the coming COVID-19 lock down, operating under a strict continuity plan.
Remaining open enables us to continue to manage your condition with consistent treatments to get you back to the best version of you.
The development and implementation of this plan has been a collaborative effort between our entire team.
The effectiveness of the plan requires all of our team to take ownership and responsibility for their personal safety and in turn the ongoing viability of our medical essential service.
Please contact the clinic if you have any concern or would like to know more. Don’t delay treatment during this time, we are here to help.
Yours in good Health,
ChiroCure Team
At ChiroCure, we place your health and wellbeing as our highest priority, as such we will be open during the coming COVID-19 lock down, operating under a strict continuity plan.
Remaining open enables us to continue to manage your condition with consistent treatments to get you back to the best version of you.
The development and implementation of this plan has been a collaborative effort between our entire team.
The effectiveness of the plan requires all of our team to take ownership and responsibility for their personal safety and in turn the ongoing viability of our medical essential service.
Please contact the clinic if you have any concern or would like to know more. Don’t delay treatment during this time, we are here to help.
Yours in good Health,
ChiroCure Team
Our treatment techniques
Below is a brief description of the primary chiropractic adjustment techniques we use.
Each method of chiropractic treatment has its advantages and our chiropractors will work with you to determine if one or a combination of methods are right for you.
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Each method of chiropractic treatment has its advantages and our chiropractors will work with you to determine if one or a combination of methods are right for you.
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Spinal Manipulation Therapy
| Also known as manual chiropractic manipulation, this chiropractic adjustment technique is the most commonly used of all techniques and is the one probably most familiar to patients. It involves a quick, yet gentle, pressure to the joint using the chiropractor’s hands. It often results in an audible ‘pop’. This sound is created by the change of pressure within the joint that results in gas bubbles being released. |  |
Activator Adjusting
| The Activator adjusting instrument provides a low force approach to adjusting within chiropractic care. The Activator instrument assisted treatment has been used on patients of all ages since the late 1960s and has a steadfast reputation for bringing relief to people with a variety of health concerns including back pain, neck pain and headaches. It is gentle and pleasant in application, and an audible 'pop' may be heard. |  |
Impulse Adjusting
Impulse Adjusting is a new technique purposely created to deliver gentle, controlled and precise chiropractic adjustments to the joints of the spine and extremities to relieve pain and restore function.
The Impulse Adjusting Instrument is specifically tuned to the natural frequency of the body, thus allowing the creation of more bone movement with less force. Effective for low force chiropractic adjustments with great results.
There is no popping or cracking with these adjustments, but rather very precise and targeted adjustments designed to specifically care for just the right areas.
The Impulse Adjusting Instrument is specifically tuned to the natural frequency of the body, thus allowing the creation of more bone movement with less force. Effective for low force chiropractic adjustments with great results.
There is no popping or cracking with these adjustments, but rather very precise and targeted adjustments designed to specifically care for just the right areas.
Drop Piece
This specialised chiropractic technique uses a special table with sections that move up and down under your body to lightly unlock specific segments of your spine. Drop table adjustments allow our chiropractors at ChiroCure Clinic to minimise the force used for the adjustment and avoids any twisting positions.
Flexion distraction
Flexion distraction therapy is a lighter technique utilising a specialised table that provides flexion and traction to specific areas of the spine to aid in the recreation of lost movement and the decompression and realignment of the spine.
This chiropractic technique is primarily used to manage:
This chiropractic technique is primarily used to manage:
- disc injuries, such as slipped discs and bulging discs
- osteoarthritis
- spinal stenosis
- back, buttock and leg pain
- mobility of spinal joints
Our StKilda Clinic Location
DRY NEEDLING TREATMENTS
Accredited practitioners
Our practitioners education in dry needling is Chiropractic Australia and Osteopathy Australia accredited. Chiropractors and Osteopaths alike, have extensive anatomical knowledge of the body and vast training in the management of neuromusculoskeletal problems, so they are well placed to deliver dry needle therapy.
Patients should enquire during an appointment as to whether or not Dry Needling or Myotherapy would be an appropriate treatment for them.
Our Osteopaths, Chiropractors, and Myotherapist's who practice dry needling, have undergone appropriate postgraduate training beyond their chiropractic degree that allows them to perform dry needling.
Patients should enquire during an appointment as to whether or not Dry Needling or Myotherapy would be an appropriate treatment for them.
Our Osteopaths, Chiropractors, and Myotherapist's who practice dry needling, have undergone appropriate postgraduate training beyond their chiropractic degree that allows them to perform dry needling.
Dry Needling Explained
- Sterile, single use needles
- Needle placement specific to condition or pain
- Gentle application to ensure minimal soreness
- Deep muscle release
Since dry needling in our practice will be performed by a registered practitioners as part of a comprehensive musculoskeletal treatment program, treatments are eligible for rebates by private health funds with extras cover and benefits.
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Are you working from home? Ergonomic Tips to maintain a healthy posture in your new workstation.
9/5/2020
Starting to get restless and can’t sit still for more than 5 minutes?
Getting some back pain?
There may be many reasons why you answered the above questions with a resounding yes. Moving your workstation home can present many challenges. Whether it’s distractions from kids, Netflix or the need to get outside and exercise one thing that is within your control is your workstation.
With so many of us working from home now, making sure it is well maintained and ergonomically sound can make a huge difference to your spinal health.
First of all, what is Ergonomics? And why is it important?
Ergonomics is the assessment and adaptation of a person’s workspace, products and habits so it suits them specifically. The main components incorporated are your computer screen, keyboard, mouse and chair. It also incorporates the type of tasks and your workplace habits throughout your day.
Below are some great tips to help you assess and modify your home workplace setup and habits to decrease discomfort and improve posture:
Getting some back pain?
There may be many reasons why you answered the above questions with a resounding yes. Moving your workstation home can present many challenges. Whether it’s distractions from kids, Netflix or the need to get outside and exercise one thing that is within your control is your workstation.
With so many of us working from home now, making sure it is well maintained and ergonomically sound can make a huge difference to your spinal health.
First of all, what is Ergonomics? And why is it important?
Ergonomics is the assessment and adaptation of a person’s workspace, products and habits so it suits them specifically. The main components incorporated are your computer screen, keyboard, mouse and chair. It also incorporates the type of tasks and your workplace habits throughout your day.
Below are some great tips to help you assess and modify your home workplace setup and habits to decrease discomfort and improve posture:
- Chair – Make sure your chair is not touching the desk, giving you freedom to move with clear leg space – Your feet flat on the floor or a raised foot rest if you can’t reach – Your legs at a 90-degree angle – Make sure it can be adjusted to an upright position, so you aren’t slouching
- Lumbar Support - If your chair doesn’t have one, use a small pillow to create the necessary curvature in your lower spine
- Screen – Make sure your eyes are in line with the top edge of the screen. You can use household items like books or boxes to elevate it to the appropriate height. Outstretch your arm and make sure it is an arm’s length away from your body.
- Eyes – Increase or decrease brightness to make sure there is no glare or strain on your eyes
- Mouse – You want your arms at a 90 degree, with the ability to move the mouse with your elbow by your side
- Keyboard – Similar to your mouse you want it to be roughly 5cm away from the edge of the desk. Make sure it is central with the screen so there is no need to twist your head or body to see the screen
Finally… Look after yourself and create some daily habits to follow
- Have a break for 2 minutes every 20 minutes
- Make sure to get outside ☀️ on these breaks and get your vitamin D for at least 15 minutes per day
- Stay Hydrated💧 keep a water bottle at your workstation. Try to drink 2-3 litres per day
We are so thankful to our amazing Chiropractic team for offering patients this update.
We have a passion for injury rehabilitation, and our therapists aim to help you reach your health goals.
Get in touch with us at the clinic on (03)90135133 to get on top of your workstation.
We have a passion for injury rehabilitation, and our therapists aim to help you reach your health goals.
Get in touch with us at the clinic on (03)90135133 to get on top of your workstation.
We would like to introduce our new Osteopath to the ChiroCure Clinic team!
Osteopathy goes beyond being a form of evidence-based manual therapy or complimentary medicine.
Osteopathy is getting you back to what you love doing and keeping you there.
Our holistic approach to treatment and management helps us to achieve this and 'create a meaningful change'.
Our team look forward to meeting with you and introducing Osteopathy treatment to the ChiroCure patients, local community and team!
Osteopathy is getting you back to what you love doing and keeping you there.
Our holistic approach to treatment and management helps us to achieve this and 'create a meaningful change'.
Our team look forward to meeting with you and introducing Osteopathy treatment to the ChiroCure patients, local community and team!
THIS WEEKS CLINIC UPDATE FOR PATIENTS...
- WE are Bulk-billing for COVID19 suffers & people directly affected by COVID19.
- Get your Medicare Referral over the phone or via telehealth from your GP today.
- Access in clinic or online consults and claim with medicare
- Clinic in StKilda will remain open for appointments at this time
ONLINE CONSULT FEES for non bulk billed patients
Standard Visit (30 mins) = $42 Gap
Extended Consultation (45 mins) = $34 Gap
Supplements/Nutrition (30 mins) = $35.30 Gap
Ergonomics Advice (15 mins) = $39 Gap
CLINIC CONSULTS FEES WITH REFERRAL
Initial Visit $60.00 out of pocket cost
Standard Visit $6.00 out of pocket cost
Extended $30.00 out of pocket cost
BULK BILLED PATIENTS (any one positive with COVID19 or living with someone with COVID19
Standard Visit 30 mins = $0 Gap
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Extended Consultation 45 mins = $0 Gap
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Supplements / Nutrition Advice 30 mins = $0 Gap
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Ergonomics Advice 15 mins = $0 Gap
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Standard Visit (30 mins) = $42 Gap
Extended Consultation (45 mins) = $34 Gap
Supplements/Nutrition (30 mins) = $35.30 Gap
Ergonomics Advice (15 mins) = $39 Gap
CLINIC CONSULTS FEES WITH REFERRAL
Initial Visit $60.00 out of pocket cost
Standard Visit $6.00 out of pocket cost
Extended $30.00 out of pocket cost
BULK BILLED PATIENTS (any one positive with COVID19 or living with someone with COVID19
Standard Visit 30 mins = $0 Gap
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Extended Consultation 45 mins = $0 Gap
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Supplements / Nutrition Advice 30 mins = $0 Gap
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Ergonomics Advice 15 mins = $0 Gap
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WE ARE STILL OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR CHIRO & OSTEO APPTS
As suggested by the Australian Department of Health, we are doing everything possible to minimise the risk of spreading CoVID.
At ChiroCure Clinic we are taking every precaution; all currently working staff are being screened and tested weekly, we are screening patients before appointments, limiting the number of clinic appointments, staff are self isolating except for going to work and upholding excellent hygiene.
On top of this we will also be extending our care to include Skype and Telehealth online consultations for chiropractic home care and advice.
Consultations assist with continuity of care and include home care education and personalised rehab programs with prescribed and demonstrated exercises and stretches, monitoring, supplement and sleep advice, ergonomic support and more.
Please contact us at ChiroCure Clinic on (03) 9013 5133 during office hours, or email us anytime.
At ChiroCure Clinic we are taking every precaution; all currently working staff are being screened and tested weekly, we are screening patients before appointments, limiting the number of clinic appointments, staff are self isolating except for going to work and upholding excellent hygiene.
On top of this we will also be extending our care to include Skype and Telehealth online consultations for chiropractic home care and advice.
Consultations assist with continuity of care and include home care education and personalised rehab programs with prescribed and demonstrated exercises and stretches, monitoring, supplement and sleep advice, ergonomic support and more.
Please contact us at ChiroCure Clinic on (03) 9013 5133 during office hours, or email us anytime.
Do you need a helping hand during isolation and social distancing?
If you can’t go to the gym or do outdoor exercise, but still want to stay strong and healthy... why not let us help you?
Our therapists can formulate a program that allows you to continue to work on your health and fitness with stretching, strengthening and movement rehab!!
Here at ChiroCure Clinic our practitioners can provide advice and recommendation about several exercise options including rehab tools and equipment that can help you maintain your health at home! We can pair this with an individualised program prescribed by one of our Chiropractors that will focus on your main area of concern and help you stay focused while in isolation!!
The Foam Roller The Foam Roller is great for increasing mobility throughout your spine and extremities. You can focus on loosening tight and tender muscles, through direct pressure or stretching over the foam roller. It is a great tool that you can easily store and use anywhere at home that will help you strengthen and protect your body. We offer a detailed manual with images and descriptions, created by one of our chiropractors, to assist you to create a personalised rehabilitation program. Manuals can be purchased online and mailed out, as well as supplied in PDF form so you can view it on your phone or tablet!!! Ask Your Chiropractor about these products and how they can help you reach your health goals while at home. | The Resistance Band A tool prescribed regularly by your Chiropractor to help correct postural abnormalities, strengthen weak muscles or muscle groups and stretch those that are tight and tender. Resistance Bands are a great alternative when you are not able to attend the gym, as it gives you the ability to strengthen or stretch specific muscles or muscle groups anywhere in your own home. The Resistance band can be accompanied by detailed direction through rehabilitation from your Chiropractor. Exercises aim to: Increase range of motion through specific movements, improve muscle Strength through Isometric, eccentric or concentric exercises & decrease Muscle tightness through stretching | Spikey Ball Last but not least, the Spikey ball is fantastic at pinpointing specific muscles that are tight and causing restrictions through movement. It plays a similar role to your Foam Roller, but with more specificity. Through correct application the spikey ball can be used to complete self myofascial release exercises as well as trigger point therapy and massage in your own home. Exercise manuals aim to: Release tight and tender muscles, prevent muscular pain and spasms, & lengthen muscles to reduce pull causing misalignment. |
ALL OF OUR PRODUCTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE THROUGH OUR ONLINE STORE INSTANTLY, OR BUY FROM OUR ST.KILDA CLINIC.
For more information and pricing please the clinic on (03)90135133
For more information and pricing please the clinic on (03)90135133
Attention valued patients & friends:
Chiropractic is considered an essential health service. Because of this, we are currently OPEN as usual.
The role chiropractic has to play in the current climate is one of importance - bearing the load and reducing an influx to the local GPs and or the emergency department.
Chiropractic Care is aimed at helping the nervous system flourish so that our immune systems can work optimally. Please note that during this time we will continue to strictly enforce the high cleaning and safety procedures, in addition to thorough screening protocols. We are receiving constant updates and information from the Australian Health Department and Australian Chiropractors Association.
We understand that you may not be able to physically come into our office, therefore we are offering Online Telehealth Appointments that can be booked either through our website or calling us on (03) 9313 5133.
The Australian government has released new health care medicare claim codes that help alleviate some of the financial stress so you can access these services. Please see below a schedule of the fees and the out of pocket gap.
A description of each service is available through our online booking portal to see which best suits you @ https://www.chirocure.net/gclid=CjwKCAjwvOHzBRBoEiwA48i6AqUKGTIiC2xUV2ti6AJ0yX_PhF1c_g8tpPThNx3EznoO2OdzqEXZWBoCuv4QAvD_BwE
We look forward to continuing to deliver care to our community and do whatever we can to help during this time.
Chiropractic is considered an essential health service. Because of this, we are currently OPEN as usual.
The role chiropractic has to play in the current climate is one of importance - bearing the load and reducing an influx to the local GPs and or the emergency department.
Chiropractic Care is aimed at helping the nervous system flourish so that our immune systems can work optimally. Please note that during this time we will continue to strictly enforce the high cleaning and safety procedures, in addition to thorough screening protocols. We are receiving constant updates and information from the Australian Health Department and Australian Chiropractors Association.
We understand that you may not be able to physically come into our office, therefore we are offering Online Telehealth Appointments that can be booked either through our website or calling us on (03) 9313 5133.
The Australian government has released new health care medicare claim codes that help alleviate some of the financial stress so you can access these services. Please see below a schedule of the fees and the out of pocket gap.
A description of each service is available through our online booking portal to see which best suits you @ https://www.chirocure.net/gclid=CjwKCAjwvOHzBRBoEiwA48i6AqUKGTIiC2xUV2ti6AJ0yX_PhF1c_g8tpPThNx3EznoO2OdzqEXZWBoCuv4QAvD_BwE
We look forward to continuing to deliver care to our community and do whatever we can to help during this time.
Medicare Cover & Fees:
Standard Consult 30mins - $42 Gap / $38 covered
Extended Consult 45mins - $34 Gap / $61 covered
Supplements/Nutrition Advice 30mins - $35.30 Gap / $44.70 covered
Ergonomics Advice 15mins - $39 Gap / $21 covered
For Online Appointments, these will have to be claimed back through the Medicare portal or through HPOS Website post consultation.
A service code will be provided on your invoice dependant on the service you receive.
Please see the links below as to how to claim.
Standard Consult 30mins - $42 Gap / $38 covered
Extended Consult 45mins - $34 Gap / $61 covered
Supplements/Nutrition Advice 30mins - $35.30 Gap / $44.70 covered
Ergonomics Advice 15mins - $39 Gap / $21 covered
For Online Appointments, these will have to be claimed back through the Medicare portal or through HPOS Website post consultation.
A service code will be provided on your invoice dependant on the service you receive.
Please see the links below as to how to claim.
How to Claim:
https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/organisations/health-professionals/services/medicare/mbs-and-telehealth/claiming/bulk-billing-telehealth-video-consultation#a1
https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/organisations/health-professionals/services/medicare/hpos/services/submitting-medicare-bulk-bill-webclaims
For any New Patients to the Clinic we will also require you to fill out the below form and email back, this consent form.
https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/organisations/health-professionals/forms/db4e
We thank you for your patience in these unprecedented times, and wish to continue to support you, your family and your health.
For any questions please feel free to call our office on (03) 90135133, or if asymptomatic please make a booking to visit our office.
https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/organisations/health-professionals/services/medicare/mbs-and-telehealth/claiming/bulk-billing-telehealth-video-consultation#a1
https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/organisations/health-professionals/services/medicare/hpos/services/submitting-medicare-bulk-bill-webclaims
For any New Patients to the Clinic we will also require you to fill out the below form and email back, this consent form.
https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/organisations/health-professionals/forms/db4e
We thank you for your patience in these unprecedented times, and wish to continue to support you, your family and your health.
For any questions please feel free to call our office on (03) 90135133, or if asymptomatic please make a booking to visit our office.
So, as we all know, Corona Virus is everywhere. People are panicking, buying all the toilet paper they can and ducking for cover when they hear a cough. I thought, it’s not worth panicking, just be smart, practice excellent hygiene habits, especially at work where I see so many different people, people who have different health problems that could put them or their families more at risk of serious complications with this virus.
Then I found out I was potentially exposed to it by someone else. And then I started to get sick, so i followed the guidelines, called the hotline, talked to the GP, got tested and am now self-isolating until I get my results.
Then I found out I was potentially exposed to it by someone else. And then I started to get sick, so i followed the guidelines, called the hotline, talked to the GP, got tested and am now self-isolating until I get my results.
Dr Rach tested negative... While it was a welcome few days off at first, I am already bored and struggling. It is hard to go from speaking to, being around and connected to people every day, to suddenly being by myself. I can’t grab a cup of coffee (HORROR), I can’t go to work (stressful), and I can’t go to the gym (that one might be a relief for now!).
Once I started feeling better, I started trying to do things that were somewhat productive. My room has literally never been this clean, I’ve finished a book I’ve long been meaning to read and have binged a LOT of Netflix.
However, it can be stressful, boring and lonely. I am very thankful for my friends and family, who have been very supportive – offering to bring me food, or just calling for a chat or messaging to check on how I’m doing.
That is the best thing you can do for someone if they are in isolation – let them know they aren’t alone, that you’re there for them if they need someone. If you are the one in isolation, and are feeling this way, reach out to someone. Keep yourself busy, eat healthy fresh food to support your body, keep moving, and if you need to, switch off from all the corona virus news.
Once I started feeling better, I started trying to do things that were somewhat productive. My room has literally never been this clean, I’ve finished a book I’ve long been meaning to read and have binged a LOT of Netflix.
However, it can be stressful, boring and lonely. I am very thankful for my friends and family, who have been very supportive – offering to bring me food, or just calling for a chat or messaging to check on how I’m doing.
That is the best thing you can do for someone if they are in isolation – let them know they aren’t alone, that you’re there for them if they need someone. If you are the one in isolation, and are feeling this way, reach out to someone. Keep yourself busy, eat healthy fresh food to support your body, keep moving, and if you need to, switch off from all the corona virus news.
Dr Tania demonstrating some rehab exercises We at ChiroCure have been brainstorming ideas on ways we can provide the best support for you, our patients. We know getting adjusted helps the function of your nervous system, which regulates everything including your immune system and we have practitioners available for appointments at the clinic.
We are taking every precaution we possibly can – cleaning and sanitizing between every patient, encouraging best hygiene practices, education on Corona Virus and following very closely what the government and health groups are saying.
However, for those of you who are unwell or are in isolation, or if you can’t get to our clinic, we are offering online Skype sessions to at least help you get through the next few weeks. These will include rehab exercises, stretches, ergonomic advice for working at home and home care advice, especially those of you in acute or severe pain.
We are happy to listen to your concerns, can answer any questions you may have and make sure you are doing the best exercises for you and properly. We even have personal trainer Louise McDonald on board, who is providing consults and PT programs over Skype as well.
If you need to book an appointment, or want to talk to one of us to find out more, please call us on 9013 5133, book online at chirocure.net or jump onto our social media pages.
We are taking every precaution we possibly can – cleaning and sanitizing between every patient, encouraging best hygiene practices, education on Corona Virus and following very closely what the government and health groups are saying.
However, for those of you who are unwell or are in isolation, or if you can’t get to our clinic, we are offering online Skype sessions to at least help you get through the next few weeks. These will include rehab exercises, stretches, ergonomic advice for working at home and home care advice, especially those of you in acute or severe pain.
We are happy to listen to your concerns, can answer any questions you may have and make sure you are doing the best exercises for you and properly. We even have personal trainer Louise McDonald on board, who is providing consults and PT programs over Skype as well.
If you need to book an appointment, or want to talk to one of us to find out more, please call us on 9013 5133, book online at chirocure.net or jump onto our social media pages.
Lower Cross Syndrome / Incorrect Lumbar Curvature
Lower cross syndrome
Lower Crossed Syndrome is a muscular imbalance syndrome, which results in postural changes, postural dysfunction and visible unleveling; particularly in the lower spine, that our Chiropractors are trained to identify. We will complete an assessment, posture scan and posture report during your first visit.
Muscular imbalance can lead to an unstable back, which increases the risk of injury and dysfunction in the joints in the lower back and pelvis as well as the hip joints. It may also impair your sporting performance as a result of reduced core stability and stride length.
Causes
This condition is often caused by poor posture, prolonged sitting or standing, and a lack of core stability for the spine. Lower Cross Syndrome is characterised by weak or inhibited abdominal and buttock muscles with tight, overactive low back extensors and hip flexors.
Often the gluteal and hamstring muscles becoming inactive or weak due to remaining in a sustained incorrect lengthened position. And one or both hip can become tight or stiff, caused to the muscles spasms from prolonged shortening of the muscles that cross the hip joint.
Symptoms
X-ray findings and outcome
We can refer you for imaging and provide you with a management program and treatment plan.
Treatment
ChiroCure Clinic offers treatment that can help you to manage lower cross syndrome including Chiropractic, Remedial Massage and Myotherapy treatment.
Our practitioners offer specific adjustments and a treatment to regain normal function in the joints in the lower back and pelvis. They will also address the muscular imbalance by relaxing the over-tightened muscles and ensuring you have a programme of self-help exercises to specifically target the weak muscles causing the imbalance. You will also be given advice of your posture and how to correct it whether it be at home, work, whilst driving or sleeping.
It is not normally enough to just keep stretching and massaging the tight muscles. This will only give short-term relief. Chiropractic treatment is aimed at dealing with the underlying cause of the tight muscles, which is the joint problem.
Lower Crossed Syndrome is a muscular imbalance syndrome, which results in postural changes, postural dysfunction and visible unleveling; particularly in the lower spine, that our Chiropractors are trained to identify. We will complete an assessment, posture scan and posture report during your first visit.
Muscular imbalance can lead to an unstable back, which increases the risk of injury and dysfunction in the joints in the lower back and pelvis as well as the hip joints. It may also impair your sporting performance as a result of reduced core stability and stride length.
Causes
This condition is often caused by poor posture, prolonged sitting or standing, and a lack of core stability for the spine. Lower Cross Syndrome is characterised by weak or inhibited abdominal and buttock muscles with tight, overactive low back extensors and hip flexors.
Often the gluteal and hamstring muscles becoming inactive or weak due to remaining in a sustained incorrect lengthened position. And one or both hip can become tight or stiff, caused to the muscles spasms from prolonged shortening of the muscles that cross the hip joint.
Symptoms
- Protruding abdomen
- Arched back
- Flexed hips
- Lack of buttock musculature
- Low back pain
- Low back stiffness
- Lower limb pain
- Hip dysfunction
- Sciatica
X-ray findings and outcome
We can refer you for imaging and provide you with a management program and treatment plan.
Treatment
ChiroCure Clinic offers treatment that can help you to manage lower cross syndrome including Chiropractic, Remedial Massage and Myotherapy treatment.
Our practitioners offer specific adjustments and a treatment to regain normal function in the joints in the lower back and pelvis. They will also address the muscular imbalance by relaxing the over-tightened muscles and ensuring you have a programme of self-help exercises to specifically target the weak muscles causing the imbalance. You will also be given advice of your posture and how to correct it whether it be at home, work, whilst driving or sleeping.
It is not normally enough to just keep stretching and massaging the tight muscles. This will only give short-term relief. Chiropractic treatment is aimed at dealing with the underlying cause of the tight muscles, which is the joint problem.
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