Donvale Chiropractor
Chiropractic care delivered with careful attention and a patient-first mindset
Why we follow the Gonstead method in our chiropractic care
Gonstead chiropractic care offers a specific and scientific way to find the right treatment for you.
Focused on targeted care without ongoing sessions, the Gonstead method supports you with a thoughtful and individualised philosophy.
We focus on finding the reason behind your pain so we can deliver tailored care and specific treatments to fix the source of the problem.
“The power that made the body heals the body”
– B.J Palmer
Ways the Gonstead method may support your health
We focus on relieving pain with a straightforward approach and well-considered adjustments.
Gonstead chiropractors undergo many years of training and ongoing learning to master their practice and learn how to deliver highly-skilled, meticulous adjustments based on your specific needs.
Rather than using generic care plans, we focus on crafting a chiropractic approach that fits your situation, with no unnecessary appointments.
We find it
We take a detailed look at your spinal and nervous system health to uncover what’s really causing the issue.
We adjust it
Our chiropractic care is grounded in the Gonstead method, using focused techniques to support proper alignment.
We leave it alone
We allow your body the opportunity to rebalance and support natural nerve flow following an adjustment.
Gonstead chiropractic conditions
Though back pain is commonly associated with chiropractic care, our Gonstead approach may assist with pain in a range of areas, including:
- Back and neck pain
- Limb and joint pain
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Nerve pain
How Gonstead care is applied
The Gonstead technique is specific, thorough and precise. Using meticulous analysis, we explore the interaction between nerves, muscles and bones using various assessment tools for a detailed diagnosis – it’s not just about cracking the spine.
When chiropractic care is the right fit, we create a focused care plan designed to support improvement without excessive treatment.
Taking your history
Understanding your background, symptoms, and goals helps shape our approach, and we make sure your voice is heard from the start.
Visual assessment
As experts in posture and movement, we watch you move as we look for subtle signs of issues or imbalances in your musculoskeletal system.
Instrumental analysis
The nervoscope helps us pick up on subtle temperature variations along your spine that may reveal deeper nerve issues.
Static palpation
Using a careful and trained touch, we examine your spine for areas of swelling or sensitivity that may signal referred pain.
Motion palpation
As we guide you through gentle movements, we’ll feel for unusual motion patterns between different spine segments to locate areas that need adjusting.
X-ray imaging
We use on-site X-rays to examine spinal alignment and disc condition, adding another layer of insight to support our in-depth chiropractic assessment.
Focused chiropractic realignment
Once we’ve run our thorough assessment, we’ll recommend whether you need any chiropractic care. If you do need adjustments, we’ll explain our plan and give you a chance to ask questions.
Once you’re comfortable with the proposed treatment, we’ll carry out your adjustment using the Gonstead approach—focused, accurate movements designed to support alignment and ease discomfort.
Gonstead care is personalised to suit your needs, with the goal of helping you feel your best—physically and emotionally.
Where the Gonstead method began
Dr Clarence Gonstead introduced his chiropractic method in the 1940s with a focus on biomechanics and the relationship between spinal discs and nerve pressure. His research led to the development of a comprehensive analysis system that examines the entire spine for a more accurate and thorough understanding of spinal issues.
As his practice continued to expand through the 1950s, Dr Gonstead’s team began teaching his method to other chiropractors and established the Gonstead Clinic of Chiropractic in Wisconsin in 1964.
The Gonstead system is now taught at leading universities and used by chiropractors worldwide, widely regarded as a benchmark in chiropractic practice.
As members of the Gonstead Chiropractic Society, our team at Chiropractic Symphony takes a detailed and caring approach to your treatment using the Gonstead system.