CTP/workers comp
Our team is SIRA accredited and have treated numerous CTP/Workers compensation. Just need a referral from your treating GP and a valid claim number and upon assessment we can discuss if our services are suitable for you.
Chronic disease management
We treat anyone who is on a Chronic Disease management program (formally known as EPC/ Enhance Primary Care). This program enables you to get upto 5 medicare funded visits where you need to pay the difference in the consultation fee. You need to see your GP to see if you’re eligible for the program.
Mobility Assessment
With six years of experience in aged care, we have assessed a multitude of residents on their entry into the facility. We are competent in recommending the correct walking aid following the completion of a mobility assessment. Additionally, our scope of practice covers all types of injuries, regardless of size or severity.
Manipulations
Manipulations is a high velocity low amplitude force that is a applied to the joint via the chiropractors hands or a chiropractic tool which helps unlock the joint allowing more free play of the joint and relaxation of the muscles and ligaments.
Mobilisation
At times when a manipulation or adjustment may not be suitable, mobilisation techniques can be employed as an alternative. These gentle movements help to guide the joint back into motion with minimal risk.
Dry Needling
Dry needling should not be mistaken for acupuncture, which is a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine. While there are resemblances, dry needling is grounded in Western medicine and is used to treat musculoskeletal and sports injuries. This technique involves inserting non-medicated needles into trigger points of the muscle to relax it and promote a localized inflammatory response to facilitate healing.
Cupping
There are two forms of cupping, dry and wet. Our preferred method is dry cupping. This does not form any bleeding but bruising may be observed afterwards due to the expansion of the blood vessels. Suction cups are placed on the skin which may help with circulation, inflammation and pain. It can also be used as a form of deep tissue massage.
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation is a key component of treatment, restoring the affected area and associated areas to their pre-injury state in order to reduce pain. Our patients receive tailor-made rehabilitation programs, consisting of stretches, strength and conditioning, as well as retraining the brain to process pain differently.
Keniso/sports taping
There are three types of tapes used in our clinic:
Kenisology tape is great for bruise recovery and works by sending messages to the sensory motor system allowing the sensory nervous system to be used.
Dynamic tape increases the push in your range of motion by sending a propriocetive sensation to your brain via your skin and muscles. This is similar to someone pushing your muscle a little further which assists with performance
Rigid taping is used when there is a sprain or strain and we need to
immobilise the joint so the muscles and ligament can recovered without unnecessary loading.
Special interest in chronic pain
Chronic pain is pain that’s ongoing and lasted more than 3 months. At Unified Chiro we look we listen and address the issue as a whole as pain is more and is more than just the physical injury. With our sessions if we believe that further referral is needed to other health professions we will suggest it for your best interest.
Injuries
We treat all sort of injuries in our scope of practice. No injury is too little or too big for us to address.
Shockwave Therapy
It’s a non-invasive method used to target and reduce painful areas with acoustic waves. Studies have shown that it is a safe and effective treatment option with no serious side effects.
Cold Laser Therapy
Cold laser therapy is a safe and effective treatment for pain relief! Studies have shown that it can reduce inflammation and improve circulation, making it an ideal treatment for chronic pain, musculoskeletal pain, and nerve pain.
Nutrition
Nutrition is an important part of recovery. Chiropractors are trained in nutrition. Joseph our chiropractor is also furthering his studies and is in the process of becoming a qualified nutritionist so you know you’ll be in trusting hands.