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Bulk-billing for COVID19 suffers & people directly affected by COVID19    (No out of pocket costs for chiro consults) Get Referral over the phone

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
(Item 91814) 
Supplements / Nutrition Advice 30 mins  =   $0 Gap
(Item 91813)
​Ergonomics Advice 15 mins  =   $0 Gap
(Item 91812) 


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ChiroCure Clinic is still open for appointments

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.


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Clinic update from staff during CoV19

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 and 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.

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.

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Isolation…

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.

PictureDr 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.


PictureDr 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.

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 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 have practitioners available for appointments at the clinic every day!


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​Lower cross syndrome and treatment

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

  • 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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Clinic is open normal hours this Australia Day Long Weekend

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Brendon explains Myotherapy, Dry Needling  & Acupuncture & the different treatment outcomes

A little about our Myotherapist – Brendon…

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Brendon’s passion for myotherapy, dry needling, soft tissue work, rehab and recovery was heavily influenced when he injured his own knee as a young child. Brendon not only works with us at ChiroCure Clinic, but also works within a soft tissue Medical treatment team at the Western Bulldogs (AFL), Northern Blues (VFL) & Victoria Fury.

He has completed further training for Myofascial Dry Needling, Cupping & Taping, with a strong passion in the application of taping for sport, function, and prevention. He has a special interest in lower limb conditions, postural dysfunction and pain. He hopes to continue to offer his specialised care to ChiroCure Clinic patients.​



Dry Needling Vs Acupuncture
​What is the difference between Dry Needling and Acupuncture?

When our practitioners suggest dry needling for a client, the response is commonly: “oh is this the same as acupuncture?” Believe it or not, Acupuncture and Dry Needling are very similar, and yet also completely different!

Acupuncture was found over 5300 years ago, by the ancient Chinese. This form of treatment was and currently is used to treat several medical pathologies and conditions, including: allergies, nervous and respiratory issues, and gastrointestinal disorders. Practitioners subtly and gently insert needles into specific acupuncture spots over the body, to treat the patients specific complaint. These specific spots are found along the meridian lines of the body. Acupuncture is more focused toward relaxation, with treatment lasting between 15-30 minutes.

In the early 1930’s a Doctor named John Kellgren (Rheumatologist), noticed that a distinct pain referral pattern was produced when injecting a saline substance into the muscle. Due to the pressure of the needle, pain was found to be relieved. Later in the decade, Dr Janet Travell, who was a Cardiologist, started studying Dr Kellgren’s work, and particularly questioned the use of saline. Dr Travell removed the saline from the injection, and still found that pain within the muscles was removed, reduced and relieved, thus ‘Dry Needling’ therapy was born.

Dry Needling has since had more research and practice, with a fine specific application now being used. Needles are inserted into taut bands (tightness) of muscular tissue and trigger points. Depending on how quickly the muscles positively respond, needles stay in each muscle for up to 10 minutes at any given time. Treatment with dry needling can require between 30-60 minutes, depending on how many muscle groups are being targeted and how large the area of pain or dysfunction.

Dry needling compliments Chiropractic Adjustments and is very effective when releasing muscles that do no release completely after a chiropractic treatment. 


Below is a table that quickly points out some differences, and similarities between the two techniques.

Book an appointment with Brendon for Myotherapy & Dry Needling today!! 

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Group Fitness Classes…

We are now offering sports specialist and group fitness classes with our qualified Chiropractors, Osteopaths & PT’s.

​Only $45.00 per class.


Read more about our practitioners biographies on our ‘Practitioners Page‘ 

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ChiroCure Clinic welcomes Dr Jennifer Lew to the team!

Welcoming our new ChiroCure Chiropractor – Dr Jen Lew

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Dr Jennifer Lew has been practicing Chiropractic in Sydney for the past 5 years at an integrated health clinic. Ultimately it was a combination of growing up in a Medical family (both parents are GPs) and the love of sport, health, fitness and performance that lead her to pursue a career as a Chiropractor. From a young age Dr Jen has has had a passion for an array of sports and has competed at the National level in Athletics. She has been involved with several Sydney football clubs, and is currently pursing her dream of playing in the womens AFL.

Dr Lew believes that Chiropractic is about total wellbeing, and the health benefits of Chiropractic treatment span well beyond acute pain relief. She applies several chiropractic treatment techniques into her treatments including the use of structural techniques including Diversified and Thompson, drop-piece adjusting, along with more gentle techniques such as SOT, Activator and soft tissue therapy.

Dr Jen also applies the Denneroll and Scoliroll blocks during some treatments, as well as implementing the Webster technique as required. She is focused on providing patients with home care advice to compliment her care by including a home care plan that addresses nutrition, lifestyle advice, ergonomic assessment and rehab exercises.


Read more about our Chiropractors on our ‘Practitioner’ Page

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Clinic Opening Hours this festive season

ChiroCure Clinic is open during the x-mas period and we do not close over new year!

See ChiroCure Clinics Dec 2019 and Jan 2020 Clinic hours below.

​Please call to book your next appointment during the holidays. 

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Dr Tania Leski
Chiropractor @ ChiroCure Clinic