Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral from a GP to see a chiropractor at Meadows Life Chiropractic Health & Wellness Centre?
Can I claim my private health insurance on the spot?
Yes! Our Altona Meadows clinic is equipped with HICAPS, allowing you to process on-the-spot private health insurance claiming. If you have private health insurance cover and have Extras Cover that includes Chiropractic, simply bring your physical or digital provider card (on your phone) to your appointment, and you will only need to pay the remaining gap fee.
Can Medicare pay for any Chiropractic visits?
The Federal Government’s Chronic Condition Management Plan (CCMP, previously Enhanced Primary Care) can subsidise up to 5 chiropractic visits to a chiropractor within a calendar year. To obtain a CCMP from your GP, you must visit (or have a TeleHealth appointment with) your doctor and request for a CCMP. Without a Chronic Condition Management Plan from your GP, Medicare does not bulk bill Chiropractic visits.
What conditions can chiropractic care help with?
We treat a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions. Our Altona Meadows team frequently helps patients find relief from lower back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica, shoulder pain, and pregnancy-related discomfort. (see “Conditions We Treat” page)
What should I expect on my Chiropractic first visit (Initial Consultation) at Meadows Life Chiropractic Health & Wellness Centre?
At Meadows Life Chiropractic Health & Wellness Centre, our chiropractors firstly determine your suitability for Chiropractic care on your first visit by listening to your concerns and conducting a Chiropractic specific examination. If necessary, they will refer for x-rays.
Will I get treatment on my first Chiropractic visit to Meadows Life Chiropractic Health & Wellness Centre?
Do your chiropractic techniques always involve a "cracking" sound?
Not at all. While traditional manual adjustments can cause a gentle joint release sound, Dr. Alfie and Dr. Yvette specialise in tailored care. We offer gentle, low-force techniques utilizing specialized instruments or drop-tables that achieve excellent results completely without any “cracking”. These techniques include: Thompson Drop-piece technique, Activator techniques, Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT) and cranial techniques.
Do you accept Traffic Accident Commission (TAC) or WorkCover patients?
Is there parking available at the Meadows Life Chiropractic Health & Wellness Centre?
Yes, there are plenty of parking options at our Altona Meadows practice. We are located at 31 Central Avenue, right next to the Central Square Shopping Centre. There is ample on-site parking at the rear, convenient street parking available along Central Ave and also plenty of parking at Central Square Shopping Centre, next door.