CHIROPRACTIC

We offer family and sports chiropractic services to improve mobility, stability and strength for children, adults and athletes.

We use a Chiropractic approach to assess, diagnose and treat neuro-musculoskeletal problems safely and effectively, empowering people to build their capacity to engage in the things that are most important to them in life, sport or work. 

We use contemporary, evidence-informed techniques. Using an integrated approach supports consistent results, allowing us to get our patients the best results, in the safest and fastest way possible.

MEET THE TEAM

ANDREW LIM SPORTS CHIROPRACTOR

M.Chiro., B.ChSc.

Andrew’s interest in Sports Chiropractic has led him to treat athletes from junior to elite levels in many sports including tennis, golf, athletics, cycling, pole dancing, Crossfit, bodybuilding, powerlifting, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA. Andrew's expertise extends to working at prestigious events such as the Australian Open, World Masters Games, Oxfam Trailwalker and Ironman events. Andrew is also a Tennis Performance Specialist (CTPS) certified by the International Tennis Performance Association and fully certified ART (Active Release Techniques/) provider.

  • Andrew also lectures in Human Anatomy at Macquarie University.

    Andrew provides corrective exercise rehabilitation, injury management, and biomechanical correction as part of performance-based chiropractic care – incorporating innovative techniques such as video analysis, muscle dynamometer and force plates, specifically aiming to reduce and prevent injuries.

    ART (Active release Techniques) Provider (Full Body Certified)

    CTPS (Certified Tennis Performance Specialist)

    ASCA (Aust. Strength and Conditioning Assoc. -Level 1)

    Advanced Certified SFMA (Selective Functional Movement Assessment)

    Advanced Musculo-skeletal Dry Needling

    FNOR (Functional Neuro-Orthopedic Rehabilitation)

    Sports chiropractic

    Biomechanical assessment

    Pain management

    Injury rehabilitation

    Mobility issues

    Shoulder, hip and ankle injuries/strains

    Soft tissue complaints, strains or tears

AARON HENNESSY OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST  + TITLED SPORTS & EXERCISE CHIROPRACTOR (AICE)

B.ChSc., M.Chiro., ICSSD(FICS)., M.OccThy

Aaron is the only titled Sports and Exercise Chiropractors in the Hunter region. Dual-qualified as a Sports Chiropractor and Occupational Therapist, Aaron has also served on the clinical service teams at the CrossFit® Pacific Regionals, Australian Championships, Ironman® events.

  • Aaron holds post-graduate qualifications in Strength and Conditioning, Pilates, Sports medicine, rehabilitation, paediatric development and various soft tissue therapies and has also worked across multiple Universities as an Anatomy and Sports Medicine tutor.

    He is one of the few dual-qualified Chiropractors and Occupational Therapists working in Australia.

    As an Occupational Therapist, Aaron specifically cares for children with musculoskeletal issues, developmental delays, sensory processing issues, retained neonatal reflexes and self-regulation.

    • SPORTS CHIROPRACTIC

    • PAEDIATRIC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

    • SHOCKWAVE THERAPY

    • SOFT TISSUE THERAPY

    • CUPPING

    • DRY NEEDLING

    • STRENGTH & CONDITIONING

    • REHABILITATION

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SHAE FAMULARO CHIROPRACTOR

B.ChSc., M.Chiro.

Shae has worked on the clinical teams for Sydney’s City to Surf, The Townsville Triathlon & Multi-Sport Festival and CrossFit Pacific Regionals, Her real-world experience helps her achieve optimal results with minimum intervention. 

  • Starting her career in a sport and performance-focused multi-disciplinary clinic, Shae was able to expand on her existing skill set while continuing to build on her education through a number of post-graduate qualifications. 

    Shae enjoys working with all her patients and has a passion for helping those with musculoskeletal injuries and migraine treatments. 

    • SACRO-OCCIPITAL TECHNIC

    • SHOCKWAVE THERAPY

    • STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING

    • REHABILITATION (DNS, FRC)

    • DRY NEEDLING

    • CUPPING

    • SOFT TISSUE THERAPIES

 

INNOVATIVE TECHNIQUES

 
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MOBILISATION + MANIPULATION

Corrections used to aid individuals with pain, stiffness and associated symptoms like headaches, nerve irritation and referred pain.

  • At Hunter Functional Health, manipulations and mobilisation (low force techniques) are always used in conjunction with exercise and soft tissue therapy to improve joint movement, aid body awareness (proprioception) and desensitise inflamed tissues.

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COMPRESSION FLOSS

Compression floss is used to increase joint mobility, decrease pain, and speed up recovery. Thus, optimising performance and improving movement quality.

  • Compression floss is used to create positive subjective changes to our joints and soft tissues through compression + tension + movement.

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DRY

NEEDLING

Trigger point dry needling is effective in reducing pain and treating acute and chronic orthopaedic and musculoskeletal conditions.

  • Trigger point dry needling is a treatment technique, which uses small filament type needles to release tight muscles with the goal of permanently reducing muscle pain and dysfunction. It is effective in treating acute and chronic orthopaedic and musculoskeletal conditions.

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ACTIVE

RELEASE

Active release is a soft tissue method that focuses on relieving tissue tension.

  • Active release works via the removal of fibrosis / adhesions which can develop in tissues as a result of overload due to repetitive use and may lead to muscular weakness, numbness, aching, tingling and burning sensations.

 
 

INTERESTED IN CHIROPRACTIC?

Call or text us on 0466 074 208 or book an appointment online.

 
 
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IASTM


Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation is a new range of tool which enables clinicians to efficiently locate and treat individuals diagnosed with soft tissue dysfunction.

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KINESIO


TAPING

The Kinesio Taping® Method is a definitive rehabilitative taping technique that is designed to facilitate the body’s natural healing process.

  • This taping technique provides support and stability to muscles and joints without restricting the body’s range of motion as well as providing extended soft tissue manipulation to prolong the benefits of manual therapy administered within the clinical setting.

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PERCUSSIVE
MASSAGE

We use state-of-the-art vibration massage devices that relieve muscle stiffness and soreness, increase circulation and range of motion, and improve the overall health of the body's soft tissue.

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EXERCISE +
TRAINING

We use contemporary training and loading strategies as soon as we safely can, this means getting you off the table and back to the activity you want to do.

  • Loading strategies and exercise are the best way to get the most out of your treatment and build your bodies capacity to grow, helping you adapt to work, exercise and play and reduce the frequency of your appointments.

 

SHOCKWAVE THERAPY

Shockwave Therapy is a highly-effective treatment for pain management and injury rehabilitation.

 

Shockwave Therapy is non-invasive, highly-effective and relatively pain-free solution to treat pain and promote healing in conjunction with other therapies.

Shockwave is effective in relieving pain intensity and increasing the functionality and quality of life in various indications such as:

  • PLANTAR FASCIITIS

  • SHOULDER ‘ROTATOR CUFF’ TENDINOPATHY

  • ACHILLES TENDINOPATHY

  • ELBOW TENDINOPATHY ‘TENNIS ELBOW’

  • HIP BURSITIS AND LATERAL HIP PAIN

  • HAMSTRINGS

  • PATELLAR TENDINOPATHY

  • FROZEN SHOULDER

  • CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME

  • CHRONIC NECK PAIN

 

INTERESTED IN SHOCKWAVE THERAPY?

Contact us on 0466 074 208 or book an appointment online.

 
 

MORE SERVICES

 
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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

We offer conservative, safe and effective Occupational Therapy. Our focus is to provide treatment and therapy that is time effective, cost effective and impactful.

  • Musculoskeletal complaints

  • Developmental delays

  • Postural control

  • Sensory processing issues

  • Self-regulation difficulties

  • Gross and fine motor control

  • Co-ordination and planning difficulties

  • Retained neonatal reflexes

  • Rehabilitation

SPORTS CHIROPRACTIC

The focus of sports chiropractic is to provide care in the conservative management, rehabilitation and performance optimisation of the neuromusculoskeletal system for athletes.

  • Biomechanical assessment

  • Strength & conditioning

  • Mobility issues

  • Shoulder, hip and ankle injuries/strains

  • Soft tissue complaints, strains or tears

  • Shockwave therapy

  • Cupping

  • Dry needling

  • Pain management

  • Injury rehabilitation

  • ART Provider (Full Body Certified)

  • CTPS (Certified Tennis Performance Specialist)

  • ASCA (Aust. Strength and Conditioning Assoc.)

  • Advanced Certified SFMA (Selective Functional Movement Assessment)

  • Advanced Musculo-skeletal Dry Needling

  • FNOR (Functional Neuro-Orthopedic Rehabilitation)