Many Gold Coast chiropractic clinics also offer remedial massage or myotherapy on site, which can be convenient if you want manual and soft-tissue care in one place. This guide explains what care typically involves, what to expect at a first visit, general pricing, and how to choose a clinic. It features a selection of local clinics ranked by their Google ratings.
Multidisciplinary Gold Coast clinic offering chiropractic, physiotherapy, osteopathy, acupuncture, remedial massage, naturopathy, and psychology. First visits include discussion, physical assessment, recovery plan, and hands-on treatment such as active release, soft tissue work, and dry needling. Online booking via Jane App.
Chiropractic clinic in Coomera offering assessment and diagnosis, chiropractic adjustments, digital posture analysis, and treatment for back, neck, headaches, sciatica, disc issues, sports injuries and posture. Offers online booking, new patient consultation offer, and modern facilities with digital scheduling.
Gold Coast chiropractic clinic in Varsity Lakes offering onsite X-rays, spine and nervous system assessments, and remedial massage. First visit includes consultation, assessment, and explanation of findings. Online booking available via appointment link.
Chiropractic clinic offering spinal adjustments, decompression therapy, and remedial massage/myofascial release addressing back pain, neck pain, headaches and sciatica. On-site X-rays, health insurance/DVA/MBS accepted, extended hours, online booking available.
Southport clinic offering chiropractic care and remedial massage therapy (including abdominal massage, Tok Sen, Chi Nei Tsang). Consultations include health history review, physical/neurological exams, and personalised care plans. Appointments bookable online via booking system or by phone.
Chiropractic clinic offering adjustments for back pain, neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, pregnancy wellbeing and general maintenance for patients of all ages, with some massage incorporated into treatment.
Clinic offering injury assessment, bulk billed x-ray referrals, orthopaedic testing, hands-on therapy, remedial massage, dry needling/musculoskeletal acupuncture, and rehabilitation including stretching and strengthening exercise prescription.
Gentle chiropractic clinic in Robina offering family, paediatric, and pregnancy chiropractic care using activator technique, pelvic blocking, soft tissue release, cranial techniques, and Rebozo support. Sports chiropractic for young athletes also offered. Online booking via Cliniko; lactation consultancy available with visiting practitioner.
Chiropractors are university-trained, AHPRA-registered practitioners who focus on the musculoskeletal system — the muscles, joints and soft tissues. Some clinics also employ remedial massage therapists or myotherapists so you can access both manual therapy and soft-tissue work at the one location.
A typical visit starts with an assessment. The practitioner asks about your history, your daily activities, any past injuries and what has brought you in. They may carry out a physical examination looking at posture, range of movement and how particular joints and muscles move. Some clinics have on-site imaging such as X-rays, which they may use where clinically appropriate.
Care can involve a range of techniques, described here in neutral terms:
A chiropractor or massage therapist should explain what they propose to do and why, and answer your questions before any hands-on care begins.
Your first appointment is usually longer than a follow-up because it includes the history-taking and examination. The practitioner should discuss what they found, outline any proposed approach, and explain how many visits they think may be involved and roughly what it will cost. You are entitled to a clear explanation of any care plan, and you can ask for it in writing.
Be cautious of any clinic that pushes a long, pre-paid plan before assessing you, or that discourages questions. A good practitioner is happy to explain their reasoning and to adjust the plan as you go.
Prices vary between clinics and change over time, so treat the following as a general guide only and confirm current fees directly with the clinic:
If you have private health insurance with "extras" cover, you may be able to claim a portion of chiropractic and remedial massage fees, depending on your policy and annual limits. Check what your fund covers before booking.
Medicare does not routinely cover chiropractic or massage. However, if you have a chronic condition, your GP may set up a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan that can include a limited number of subsidised allied-health visits. This requires a GP referral, so speak to your GP first if you think you may be eligible.
This page features clinics across the Gold Coast including Mermaid Beach, Coomera, Varsity Lakes, Surfers Paradise, Southport, Ashmore and Burleigh Heads. Location and opening hours may matter for regular visits, so factor in convenience.
Some symptoms need medical assessment before you consider massage or manual therapy. See your GP first — or seek urgent care — if you have any red-flag symptoms, including:
These can point to problems that require a doctor's attention. When in doubt, start with your GP, who can examine you and refer you on if appropriate.
If you are considering care for a child or during pregnancy, discuss it with your GP first. The Chiropractic Board of Australia provides specific guidance on the care of children, and practitioners are expected to practise within it. Care in these situations should be described in neutral, cautious terms, and any practitioner should be open about the evidence and the approach they propose.
Or read the full remedial massage guide, or browse all Gold Coast clinics.
No, you can book directly without a referral. A GP referral is only needed if you are seeking subsidised allied-health visits under a Medicare Chronic Disease Management plan, which your GP would arrange if you are eligible.
Often yes, if you hold "extras" cover that includes remedial massage and the therapist has a recognised provider number. Cover, rebate amounts and annual limits vary by fund and policy, so check with your insurer and the clinic before booking.
As a general guide, an initial chiropractic consultation is often around $90–$180, and remedial massage around $90–$140 per hour. Prices vary between clinics and change over time, so confirm current fees directly with the clinic.
All practising chiropractors in Australia must be registered with AHPRA. You can verify any practitioner's registration for free on the public register at ahpra.gov.au before you book.
See your GP first if you have red-flag symptoms such as numbness, weakness, fever, unexplained weight loss, or loss of bladder or bowel control. These need medical assessment. For care involving children or pregnancy, also speak with your GP first.