This page features Canberra chiropractic clinics that also offer remedial massage or myotherapy on site, so you can see multiple types of care in one place. Below you'll find what these services involve, what to expect at a first visit, general pricing, and how to choose a clinic. Always check a practitioner's registration on the AHPRA public register and see your GP first if you have any red-flag symptoms.
Hawker Chiropractic offers chiropractic care including spinal and musculoskeletal adjustments, remedial massage, custom orthotics, and perinatal (pregnancy) care, alongside acupuncture and Chinese medicine. Open six days with before/after hours appointments; private health fund rebates available; located in Belconnen, Canberra.
Clinic offering chiropractic care for back pain, neck pain, whiplash, headaches and postural issues, plus remedial massage using techniques such as deep tissue massage, trigger point release, ART and TBM. Rehabilitation support offered. Phone booking available; HICAPS claiming on site.
Chiropractic clinic in Kambah, ACT offering chiropractic care using techniques including Sacro Occipital Technique, Applied Kinesiology, Cold Laser Therapy, and Neuro-Emotional Technique. Also provides orthotics, nutritional aids, and diagnostic tests. Appointments can be scheduled online or by phone.
Family-owned Canberra clinic offering chiropractic and massage therapy, plus acupuncture, soft tissue therapy, Chinese herbal medicine and physiotherapy. CCMI-certified concussion assessment available. Appointments bookable by phone; Saturday afternoon slots offered at Mitchell clinic.
Harmony Health offers chiropractic care and remedial massage among wellness services including homeopathy, naturopathy, counselling, Zenthai Shiatsu, Pilates, mindfulness, sound healing and art therapy across Curtin, Ainslie and Bermagui clinics. Bookings available online or by phone.
Ainslie clinic offering chiropractic and remedial massage among broader wellness services (sound healing, art therapy, counselling). Practitioners include Dr Judy Gebhart and Dr Charlotte McClure. Bookings via online form or phone; cancellation policy applies.
Multidisciplinary clinic in Tuggeranong offering chiropractic care, remedial massage, on-site X-ray imaging, custom orthotics, and Pilates/Yoga classes. Team involved with sports medicine organisations. Online booking available; private health fund claims accepted on-site.
Multidisciplinary clinic in Woden offering chiropractic care, remedial massage, naturopathy, craniosacral therapy, and kinesiology. Chiropractic services cover back, neck, sports injuries, and pregnancy support. Online booking available via Gettimely; phone bookings also accepted. Private health fund rebates, DVA and workers' compensation registration noted.
Many Canberra clinics combine chiropractic care with remedial massage or myotherapy under one roof. While they're distinct services, both focus on the muscles, joints and soft tissues of the body.
Chiropractic care usually begins with an assessment. A chiropractor will ask about your history and how your body is moving, and may carry out physical tests. Depending on their findings, care can include manual adjustment (a controlled movement applied to a joint), joint mobilisation (gentler, repeated movements), and soft-tissue techniques. The aim is described in terms of the movement and function being worked on, rather than promising any particular outcome.
Remedial massage and myotherapy are hands-on soft-tissue therapies. A remedial massage therapist typically assesses which muscles and areas you'd like addressed, then uses techniques such as deep-tissue work, trigger-point pressure, myofascial release and stretching. Myotherapy is a related field that may also include techniques like dry needling. These services are often provided by a separate massage therapist within the same clinic.
It's worth knowing that remedial massage therapists are not registered under AHPRA in the same way chiropractors are. Chiropractors must be registered with the Chiropractic Board of Australia; massage therapists are usually members of an industry association instead, which can be relevant for private-health rebates.
A first chiropractic consultation is generally longer than a follow-up. Expect a discussion of your health history, the reason for your visit, and a physical assessment. The practitioner should explain what they've found and talk through any proposed care before starting. You're entitled to ask questions and to give or withhold consent at any point.
For a first remedial massage appointment, the therapist will usually ask about the areas you want worked on and any medical history, then tailor the session. Sessions commonly run for 30, 45 or 60 minutes.
A good clinic will explain what a proposed plan involves, roughly how many visits they anticipate, and will be willing to refer you to a GP or other health professional if that's more appropriate for you.
Prices vary between clinics, so treat these as general guides only and confirm fees directly before booking:
Many private-health funds offer rebates through their extras cover for chiropractic and, separately, for remedial massage where the therapist has recognised accreditation. Check your level of cover and any annual limits with your fund.
Medicare doesn't generally cover routine chiropractic or massage. However, if you have a chronic condition, your GP may assess you for a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan, which can include a limited number of subsidised allied-health visits. This is arranged through your GP, who decides whether you're eligible.
With clinics across Belconnen, Woden, Tuggeranong, Weston Creek, the inner north and the newer western suburbs, you have plenty of options. A few things to weigh up:
Some symptoms need medical assessment before you consider chiropractic care or massage. See your GP first, or seek urgent care, if you have:
These can be signs of a condition that requires prompt medical attention. When in doubt, start with your GP, who can advise whether hands-on care is suitable for you.
This page is general information only and isn't a substitute for personal advice from a registered health professional.
Or read the full remedial massage guide, or browse all Canberra clinics.
Many extras policies include remedial massage rebates when the therapist holds accreditation recognised by your fund. Coverage, rebate amounts and annual limits vary, so check with your fund and confirm the therapist's accreditation before booking.
No referral is needed to book privately. If you want subsidised allied-health visits through a Medicare Chronic Disease Management plan, that must be arranged by your GP, who decides whether you're eligible.
Search the practitioner's name on the AHPRA public register at ahpra.gov.au. This confirms they're currently registered with the Chiropractic Board of Australia and shows any conditions on their registration.
Both are hands-on soft-tissue therapies. Myotherapy is a related field that may include additional techniques such as dry needling. Neither is regulated by AHPRA in the way chiropractic is; therapists usually belong to an industry association instead.
Several Canberra clinics offer both services on site, sometimes on the same day. Ask the clinic how they coordinate appointments and whether the chiropractor and massage therapist share information about your care.