What can I expect during the Report of Findings visit?

During the Report of Findings visit, you'll be walked through exactly what's going on in your body, how the chiropractic care can help, and what to expect, including timeline and costs.

How does holistic chiropractic care benefit my health?

Holistic chiropractic care provides more than just symptom relief through adjustments. It helps you work with your body's natural physiology for optimal health, leading to a stronger, healthier, and more vibrant version of yourself.

Chiropractor Alfred Cove

Nook Chiropractic sees patients from Alfred Cove at our Glenelg Street practice in Applecross.

We do not guess, we test for it. The first appointment is a full spinal and nervous system assessment, and at the Report of Findings visit we go through what we found, whether we can help, and what that would involve including timeline and cost.

We are only a few minutes from Alfred Cove, so an appointment does not have to take up half your day.

Travel time and appointment times

Being this close to Alfred Cove makes a difference to how care actually works. Chiropractic care is rarely a single visit, so the practical question is whether you can get to the follow-ups without rearranging your week. From Alfred Cove it is a few minutes each way, which means an appointment can sit inside a lunch break or before work rather than taking a morning off.

Appointments are available Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings and afternoons, Monday afternoons and Saturday mornings. Booking online shows live availability.

Alfred Cove residents we see are generally in the middle of an active week rather than sitting still, and that is exactly what they want to protect.

Repetitive activity like running, cycling or golf loads one side of the body more than the other, which is worth checking before it becomes the reason you stop.

None of that means the assessment is the same every time. It means we start with what your week actually asks of your body, then test rather than assume.

Assessing lower back pain

Most lower back pain builds up over time rather than arriving in one moment, even when one particular movement is what set it off.

For active people around Alfred Cove, lower back complaints often show up after a change in load — more kilometres, a new bike setup, or getting back into golf after a break.

The initial consultation is a full assessment: history, movement testing and a nervous system and spinal examination. At the Report of Findings visit we go through what we found, whether we can help, and what that would involve.

Call the practice and we will talk it through before you book anything.

A neck that is stiff, sore or not turning properly

Most neck complaints we see have built up gradually, through hours rather than through an incident.

Around Alfred Cove, cycling position and swimming are common contributors, and both are adjustable once you know what is loading what.

You will get a clear explanation of what the assessment showed before anything is recommended.

The starting point is an assessment, not a treatment plan. Book in and we will go from there.

Tension through the head, jaw and upper neck

Where a headache is associated with neck tension or restricted neck movement, that relationship is worth assessing properly.

Around Alfred Cove, headaches that arrive after a long ride or an intense training block are worth assessing rather than waiting out.

If the assessment suggests your headaches are not related to the neck, we will say so and refer you to your GP.

The starting point is an assessment, not a treatment plan. Book in and we will go from there.

Assessing neck involvement in migraines

Migraine and neck symptoms often occur together. Whether one relates to the other is an assessment question, and an honest answer sometimes means referring you back to your doctor.

For active people around Alfred Cove, we assess whether neck movement and load are involved. Where they are not, chiropractic care is not the right answer and we will say so.

If there are warning signs or your presentation is not typical, we refer you for medical assessment. That is not a formality.

Call the practice and we will talk it through before you book anything.

Assessing sciatica and hip symptoms

Sciatica describes symptoms — pain, tingling or numbness travelling down the leg — rather than a diagnosis in itself.

Around Alfred Cove, symptoms that come on during or after running or cycling need the hip and pelvis assessed as well as the lower back.

Where the assessment raises anything that needs medical review, we refer you. Where it does not, we explain what care would involve.

Book an initial consultation and we will assess it properly before recommending anything.

Questions we get asked

Do you see patients from Alfred Cove?

Yes. The practice is in Applecross, roughly 8 minutes from Alfred Cove outside peak, generally via Canning Highway or Leach Highway. Patients travel to us from right across this side of Perth. If the distance is a concern, call us first and we will tell you honestly whether it is worth the trip.

How many visits will I need?

That depends entirely on what the assessment shows, and we will not give you a number before we have done one. What we will do is set out the recommended plan, the expected timeline and the cost at the Report of Findings visit so there are no surprises.

Do you see children?

Yes. Care for children uses gentle, low-force technique and a parent stays in the room throughout. Where a child’s presentation is outside what chiropractic care is appropriate for, we refer to your GP or paediatrician.

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Shelley Staddon 2 months ago

5 out of 5 from me! I’ve been seeing Dr Kyle since March to help with my headaches and vertigo. Dr Kyle genuinely cares about helping me become the best version of myself. I highly recommend.

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for the kind words Shelley! It\\\'s been great working with you, and I\\\'m so glad your headaches and vertigo have improved so much much. Thanks for trusting us with your care!

Constanza Roa Vaca 2 months ago

Highly recommended,100%Dr. Kyle is an Incredible and amazing professional!!7 months ago after a car incident. I started visiting Doctors Kyle Clinic in Applecross.I don\'t have enough words to express… Read more

Response from the owner

Thank you Constanza so much for this incredibly heartfelt review! I remember when you first came into Nook after your incident, and continue to love how much energy you bring to the practice. Thank you for trusting me with your care from that very first visit, and for your kind and generous words. It\'s been an absolute privilege being part of your health team.

Mani Pruthi 2 months ago

Kudos to Kyle for his amazing knowledge. He sorted me out in 2 sessions. Highly recommend Nook Chiro.

Response from the owner

Thanks so much for the review Mani! I\'m really glad we could sort things out. Desk work and training can both take their toll. Keep up the running! 🙂

Aaron Fisher 2 months ago

Dr Kyle is the first Chiropractor I\\\'ve ever seen and he has set a high standard for the rest of his profession to follow. He has taken the time to explain my issues and been very patient with me ar… Read more

Response from the owner

Really appreciate your feedback Aaron. Glad you\\\'ve had a positive experience with Chiropractic and have noticed an improvement.

Nick DC 2 months ago

I’ve been getting exceptional care from Dr Kyle at Nook Chiropractic in Applecross. Helping me straighten out my neck, back & shoulders.He’s professional, friendly, thorough, and takes the time to ex… Read more

Response from the owner

We really appreciate the review Nick thank you! Glad you're feeling the difference.

Ellie Devaney 2 months ago

I can’t recommend Kyle highly enough. From my very first appointment, he has been professional, caring and incredibly thorough. I’ve had wonderful results in just a few weeks and have noticed such a p… Read more

Jim Poignand 2 months ago

Dr Kyle is far and away the best Chiropractor I've ever seen. He is thorough, explains in great detail what's going on with your body, and ensures you are comfortable at all times. Most importantly, I… Read more

Sean Staddon 2 months ago

Nook Chiropractic is every bit a proactive empowering service that has delivered to me long lasting mobility.Thanks Dr Kyle!

Response from the owner

We've loved looking after you Sean and seeing how passionate you are about your health, thanks for the feedback.

Marc POSER 5 months ago

Kyle is very professional. He explained everything, it's make you relaxed before realigned you ! Thanks again for your emergency operation. Marc

Response from the owner

Thanks Marc, good luck in Vietnam!

Dale Carter 6 months ago

I started visiting Nook Chiropractic at the beginning of 2026. I have been super happy to be a patient. Dr Kyle Duncan has high attention to detail, thorough analysis of issues, detailed care action p… Read more

Jack Rosa 8 months ago

Kyle did a thorough examination and identified the cause of different issues I had. My whole body is feeling more relaxed and mobile since I have been receiving chiropractic care here.

Steven Hawley 9 months ago

Dr. Kyle is very thorough and explains everything in detail. Appointments never feel rushed, and he has been great at working around my busy work schedule. I appreciate the care and attention I’ve rec… Read more

Response from the owner

Thanks Steven! We are happy to help.

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As you progress through our holistic chiropractic care, you’ll experience more than just symptom relief through adjustments. You’ll learn how to work with your body’s natural physiology for optimal health—developing into a stronger, healthier, and more vibrant version of yourself.

Chiropractor Alfred Cove

Travel time and appointment times

Assessing lower back pain

A neck that is stiff, sore or not turning properly

Tension through the head, jaw and upper neck

Assessing neck involvement in migraines

Assessing sciatica and hip symptoms

Questions we get asked

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