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 White Gum Valley

Nook Chiropractic is an Applecross practice led by Dr Kyle Duncan, seeing patients from White Gum Valley and across the surrounding area.

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 18 minutes from White Gum Valley outside peak, and we book by appointment so you are not sitting in a waiting room afterwards.

White Gum Valley to Applecross: what to expect

From White Gum Valley it is roughly 18 minutes, usually via Canning Highway. 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.

White Gum Valley households tend to be busy ones: work, school drop-offs, weekend sport and whatever needs doing around the house.

Repeated lifting and carrying, often on an already tired body, is a very different picture to a single injury and it gets assessed differently.

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 what we look at first

The first job with lower back pain is working out what is actually driving it, which is why the initial appointment is an assessment rather than an adjustment.

Around White Gum Valley it is usually cumulative: carrying children, unloading the car, and a weekend of gardening on a body that has been sitting all week.

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.

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

Stiff neck? Here is what we look at

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

Around White Gum Valley, carrying children on one hip and sleeping badly through a busy stretch are both common contributors.

The assessment covers the neck, the mid back and the shoulders, because they rarely act independently.

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

Headache assessment for White Gum Valley patients

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.

Around White Gum Valley, broken sleep and a full week are frequently part of the picture, and it is worth separating that from anything structural.

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

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

Migraines: what chiropractic assessment can and cannot tell you

We will not tell you that chiropractic care fixes migraines. We will tell you whether there is anything in your neck assessment worth addressing alongside your medical care.

Around White Gum Valley, the honest position is the same for everyone: we assess the neck, and we tell you plainly whether it looks relevant to your symptoms.

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

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

Sciatic symptoms and what to do about them

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

Around White Gum Valley, symptoms often start after a lift or a twist and then settle into a pattern, and that history matters at the assessment.

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 White Gum Valley patients

Do you see patients from White Gum Valley?

Yes. The practice is in Applecross, roughly 18 minutes from White Gum Valley outside peak, generally via Canning 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.

Can I claim on private health insurance?

Chiropractic is covered under extras cover by most Australian health funds, though the rebate depends on your policy and level of cover. Check with your fund, and we can process claims on the spot where your fund supports it.

What should I wear to the appointment?

Something comfortable that you can move in. The assessment involves movement testing, so clothing you can move freely in makes it easier.

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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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At your Report of Findings visit, we’ll walk you through exactly what’s going on in your body, how we can help, and what to expect—including timeline and costs. You’ll have all the information so you can decide what’s best for you.

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.

Chiropractor White Gum Valley

White Gum Valley to Applecross: what to expect

Lower back pain, and what we look at first

Stiff neck? Here is what we look at

Headache assessment for White Gum Valley patients

Migraines: what chiropractic assessment can and cannot tell you

Sciatic symptoms and what to do about them

Questions from White Gum Valley patients

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