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 Perth

If you are looking for a chiropractor near Perth, Nook Chiropractic is in Applecross, 16 minutes or so away.

The first visit is an assessment rather than an adjustment. If chiropractic care is right for you we will show you how it works; if it is not, we will tell you and point you where to go.

Applecross is roughly 16 minutes from Perth outside peak, and we book by appointment so you are not sitting in a waiting room afterwards.

Getting here from Perth

From Perth it is roughly 16 minutes, usually via the Kwinana Freeway and the Narrows. Peak hour will add to that, so most people coming this distance book either the 8am start or Saturday morning and avoid the problem entirely.

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

People coming to us from Perth are usually in professional roles with long seated days and a commute stacked on top.

Sustained sitting tends to load the neck, upper back and hips in a predictable way, so that is where the assessment starts.

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.

Lower back pain and stiffness in Perth

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 people coming from Perth, the usual contributor is hours of sitting rather than a single lift — which is why the assessment looks at hips and mid back as well as the lower back itself.

We start by testing rather than guessing. If the assessment says chiropractic care is appropriate, we will show you how. If it does not, we will point you where to go.

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

Neck and upper back care for Perth patients

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

From Perth this is the most common presentation we see. Screen height, a shoulder bag and long meetings load the neck and upper back in a fairly predictable pattern.

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.

Headache and neck assessment

Headaches have many possible causes. Some involve the joints and muscles of the upper neck, and those are the ones a chiropractic assessment can look at.

For people from Perth with a desk-based week, headaches that build through the afternoon and ease on the weekend are a pattern worth mentioning at the assessment.

The assessment establishes whether there is a neck component worth addressing. If there is not, chiropractic care is not the answer.

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

Migraines and the role of the neck

If you experience migraines, your GP or neurologist leads that care. Our role is limited to assessing the neck and upper back, where some people have a contributing component.

For people from Perth, we will look at whether the neck and upper back are contributing. If your assessment does not point that way, we will tell you and refer you back to your doctor.

We assess the neck and upper back only, and we work alongside your GP rather than instead of them.

If you are not sure whether this is something we can help with, ring us and ask. We will tell you honestly.

Assessing sciatica and hip symptoms

Leg symptoms can come from the lower back, the pelvis or the hip, and telling those apart is the point of the assessment.

For people from Perth, prolonged sitting is a common aggravator of these symptoms, and the assessment includes how your working day is set up.

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

If you are not sure whether this is something we can help with, ring us and ask. We will tell you honestly.

Questions from Perth patients

Do you see patients from Perth?

Yes. The practice is in Applecross, roughly 16 minutes from Perth outside peak, generally via the Kwinana Freeway and the Narrows. 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.

What happens at the first appointment?

The initial consultation is a full assessment: your history, movement testing, and a spinal and nervous system examination. You are not committing to a course of care by booking it. At the Report of Findings visit we explain what we found and what the options are, including timeline and cost, and you decide from there.

Can I book online?

Yes, the online booking system shows current availability and you can book an initial consultation directly. If you would rather have a quick conversation first, call the practice and we can talk through whether we are the right fit.

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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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From Pain to Full-Body Wellbeing

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.

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Getting here from Perth

Lower back pain and stiffness in Perth

Neck and upper back care for Perth patients

Headache and neck assessment

Migraines and the role of the neck

Assessing sciatica and hip symptoms

Questions from Perth patients

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