Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Chiropractic care is a non-invasive, hands-on, regulated health care profession focused on your spine, muscles, joints and nervous system. We use the best available evidence and clinical expertise to diagnose your body’s movement and function. We utilise gentle and effective adjustment techniques without the use of medication or surgery and aim to prevent them from reoccurring. Blossom’s chiropractic care promotes holistic and vitalistic health care and aims to improve your quality of life, as well as alleviate pain.
Yes — chiropractic treatment and adjustments are considered safe when performed by a trained and licensed chiropractic practitioner. Serious complications are rare.
Chiropractors are trained and qualified primary health care practitioners. At Blossom Family Chiropractic, our chiropractors have completed university training and continued postgraduate study across pregnancy and paediatric care, applied kinesiology and NET, amongst other techniques.
No — you do not require a referral to see a chiropractor. As primary health care providers, you can contact us directly for an appointment.
Yes. We see many pregnant women. Our chiropractors are trained to adapt their techniques to the patient’s size, weight and stage of pregnancy, and we hold postgraduate training in pregnancy care.
Your first visit is used to establish what may be the cause of your symptoms. A series of tests are performed to determine the best course of care. If required, you will be referred for imaging and provided a report at your next visit.
We have many adjustment techniques that do not involve manipulation of the neck. We assess indications of risk and adapt treatment accordingly. If there is any technique you prefer not to have, let us know and we will cater for you.
“Slipped disc” is a generic term for a range of back problems. A disc cannot slip due to anatomy, however it can tear, herniate, bulge, thin or collapse. Your chiropractor can help determine what’s going on and advise the best next steps.
A pinched nerve is quite rare. In many cases pain originates from the spine and the impact it is having on joints, muscles or ligaments. Your chiropractor can help find the cause and determine if further assessment is needed.
Appointment durations range from 30–45 minutes for your first visit and 10–15 minutes for standard appointments. We offer extended 30 minute appointments for NET and other sessions.
Yes. You will be given a receipt that you can then claim with your insurance provider.
This depends on your condition, goals and response to care. After your first visit and assessment, your chiropractor will outline a recommended plan and frequency tailored to you.
Please bring any relevant imaging or medical reports if you have them, plus any information you think may be helpful. Comfortable clothing is recommended.
In many cases, yes. Please let us know about any pre-existing medical conditions so we can ensure your care is appropriate and coordinated with your other health providers if needed.
Where possible we do our best to accommodate urgent appointments. Please call the practice to check availability and we will help you find the soonest suitable time.
Yes — we offer early morning and late afternoon appointments around office hours, plus weekend appointment times.
Yes — you can book online. We also offer online NET sessions. If you would like to arrange one, please email us and we will find a time. Chiropractic adjustments are conducted in our Northcote practice.
Yes. If you would like to meet with the chiropractor before commencing care, please contact us and we will organise an appropriate time.
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