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Your first chiropractic visit in Modbury North
Your first visit is about understanding what’s going on and, in most cases, starting treatment the same day. You’ll have one-on-one time with your chiropractor in a private room to talk through your symptoms, your goals and your health history, followed by a thorough examination and a clear explanation of what we find. No referral needed, and no prepaid packages.
Same-day appointments often available · Not sure yet? Ask for a free Clarity Call
Day one
Treatment from your first visit, in most cases
Open till 7pm
8am to 7pm Monday to Thursday, plus Saturday mornings
Same day
Same-day appointments often available
Claimed for you
Your health fund rebate claimed on the spot
Your first visit
What happens at your first chiropractic visit?
Your first visit takes about 30 minutes and follows five steps: a welcome at reception, a one-on-one conversation about your pain and health, a hands-on examination, a clear explanation of what we’ve found, and treatment on the day when it’s appropriate. You’ll know what’s happening, and why, at every stage.
1
A welcome at the front desk
Karen, Paige or Mel will greet you and confirm your details. Your health questionnaire is usually done by then, because we send it online before your visit. If you’ve brought scans or reports, hand them over here so your chiropractor can look through them before you start.
2
Time to talk
In a private room, your chiropractor will ask about your pain: where it is, when it started, what makes it better or worse, and what it’s stopping you from doing. They’ll also ask about your health history, your work and your goals, whether that’s getting through a shift without pain, getting back on the golf course or keeping your body moving well.
3
A thorough examination
Your chiropractor checks your posture and how your spine and joints move, then tests your muscles, reflexes and nerves where needed. Everything is explained before it happens, and nothing is done without your consent.
4
A clear explanation
Before any treatment, your chiropractor explains what they’ve found, what’s most likely driving your pain and what they recommend, in plain language. That way you can make an informed decision about your care from the very first visit. If an X-ray or scan would help, we’ll tell you why and arrange the referral.
5
Treatment, when it’s right for you
Most people have their first treatment on the day. You can choose hands-on adjusting or gentle, low-force techniques such as the Impulse instrument, drop-piece table and flexion distraction, and your chiropractor will guide you on what suits your condition. If you need extra support, or chiropractic isn’t the right fit, we’ll refer you to the right practitioner, whether that’s your GP, a physio or another health professional, and work alongside them where it helps.
What to bring
- X-rays, scans or reports, if you have them
- A list of the medications you take
- Your health fund card
- Comfortable clothing
Once you’ve booked, we’ll send you a short online health questionnaire to fill in at home. Prefer a paper form? Arrive 10 minutes early and complete it at reception.
After your first visit
What happens after your first visit?
At your second visit, your chiropractor takes you through your findings in more detail, including how your body has responded to your first treatment, and explains what they recommend from here, including anything you can do between visits where it helps. You’ll know exactly what we recommend and why.
Some people come to us for short-term relief. Others choose regular visits to stay on top of flare-ups, or to keep moving and performing well at work, in sport and at home.
Pay-as-you-go care · No prepaid packages · No lock-in contracts
The Health First way
Why patients choose Health First
Private treatment rooms
Every consultation and treatment is one-on-one with your chiropractor, in a private room.
Open early, late and Saturday mornings
8am to 7pm Monday to Thursday, 8am to 5pm Friday and 8am to 12pm Saturday.
Same-day appointments
Often available, so you’re not left waiting days to be seen when something flares up.
We claim your rebate for you
Our reception team claims your health fund rebate on the spot through HICAPS, so there’s nothing to lodge later.
A team behind your care
Four chiropractors, male and female, offering hands-on or gentle techniques, plus remedial massage.
Honest, pay-as-you-go care
You pay for each visit on the day, with no prepaid packages or lock-in contracts. If you’d like to, you can book ahead at times that suit you.
Health funds
Can I claim my first visit on my health fund?
Yes, if your extras cover includes chiropractic. We claim your rebate on the spot through HICAPS, so you only pay the gap. We claim with all major health funds, and Health First is a Bupa Members First provider for chiropractic.
Location & parking
Easy to find, easy to park
We’re at 8 Deborah Grove, Modbury North, just off Montague Road behind the Caltex, with free parking at the clinic entrance. We’re open until 7pm Monday to Thursday, and on Saturday mornings.
Opening hours
| Monday | 8.00am – 7.00pm |
| Tuesday | 8.00am – 7.00pm |
| Wednesday | 8.00am – 7.00pm |
| Thursday | 8.00am – 7.00pm |
| Friday | 8.00am – 5.00pm |
| Saturday | 8.00am – 12.00pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
8 Deborah Grove, Modbury North SA 5092
Inside the Health First Centre building.
Free on-site parking
Park right outside the entrance.
(08) 8396 2929
info@healthfirstchiropractic.com.au
Questions
New patient questions
Not sure if chiropractic is right for you? Ask for a free 10-minute Clarity Call. Call us and we'll arrange a time for one of our chiropractors to phone you. They'll listen to what's going on and tell you honestly whether we can help. It's free and there's no obligation to book.
Book an appointment
Ready to book your first visit?
Book online in a couple of minutes, or call the clinic and we'll find a time that suits you.
No referral needed · Same-day appointments often available