Chiropractic at Ambrose Chiropractic Care Tuggerah
Chiropractic is an Allied Health Service that is dedicated primarily to the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, in particular those of the spine. A Chiropractor may also provide basic exercise, rehabilitation, nutrition and lifestyle advice where indicated.
Modern Chiropractic can be essentially described as a type of manual physical therapy, elements of which may be considered an evidence based practice supported by scientific research.
At our practice we have a variety of effective methods to suit a wide range of conditions, this also provides you with a choice of what you may feel is more comfortable or effective for you given your personal preference or previous experience.
Treatments are comprehensive and thorough, and most often consists of the most appropriate application of one or a combination of the following: joint and or muscle manipulation stretching or mobilization, various massage techniques, acupuncture/dry needling, deep vibration therapy and electro-physical therapy.
Some of the musculoskeletal conditions that Chiropractors commonly manage include:
Back and neck pain or stiffness
Lumbar disc problems and sciatica / 'pinched nerves'
Scoliosis and postural concerns
Some types of headaches
Mid back pain / pain between the shoulder blades
Muscle strains and joint sprains
Pins and needles or numbness
Sports and work injuries
Whiplash, frozen shoulder and rotator cuff problems
Tennis and golfers elbow
Knee injuries and degeneration
Hip pain and bursitis
Mechanical foot problems and plantar fasciitis
Wrist and RSI problems such as carpal tunnel syndrome
Chiropractic is also widely used as an adjunct to a healthy lifestyle by world class athletes and elite performers as well as those with physically demanding or stressful lives. Whether it's pain management and restoration of function or part of a healthy lifestyle, how you chose to benefit from Chiropractic is up to you.
Our fees for Chiropractic treatment reflect our many years of experience and expertise and may vary according to treatment duration and inclusions, eg Chiropractic plus dry needling.
Schedule of Fees:
Initial Consultation and Treatment $85.00 (Comprehensive history taking, physical examination and treatment if appropriate).
Subsequent Examination and Treatment $75.00.
Treatment sessions qualify for Health Fund Rebates, WorkCover, and Medicare EPC/CDM rebates* (see your G.P). *Please note: WorkCover requires a Doctors referral and contact details for your case manager, treatment may not commence until confirmation of the insurer's liability is confirmed. Medicare Plans require up-front full payment and a receipt is issued to claim your reabte from Medicare.
If you feel Chiropractic can help you book in online via the link on our main page or call 0404 671 323.