Chiropractor in Sydney

Chiropractor in Sydney – Located just 15 minutes from the CBD, Ryde Natural Health Clinic is the place to go if you’re looking for a great Chiropractor in Sydney. Our Chiropractors Dr Angelo Marketos and Dr Johanna McFadgen have experience in treating a wide range of problems in patients of all ages, from newborns to the elderly.

The Benefits of Chiropractic

The nervous system is made up of the brain, spinal cord and nerves, and this system controls every part of your body. This includes the function of muscles, ligaments and joints, internal organs as well as functioning at the individual cell level. When an interference to your nervous system is present, it therefore makes sense that this will cause numerous adverse effects to your overall health. Chiropractors are specifically trained to detect and correct changes in your spine that can interfere with your nervous system as a whole, and in turn effect your overall well-being.

Regular Chiropractic treatments will optimise the functioning of your nervous system, which will then in turn enhance your overall health and well-being and help to prevent mechanical disorders and musculoskeletal concerns. How? Well Chiropractors work with the spine to ensure the spinal vertebrae and joints are in the ideal positioning. This creates a system where nerve signals are able to flow freely throughout your body, reducing the likelihood of illness and pain. Your Chiropractor does not use drugs or surgery but rather uses gentle ‘adjustments’ that allow for greater mobility of your spinal joints and correct the position of your vertebrae. The chiropractic adjustment has been proven to be both a safe and effective means of achieving this state of good health.

By enhancing joint mobility and optimising vertebrae positioning, interferences to your nervous system are removed. Health concerns and complaints that can often be managed by removing such interferences may include:

Headaches, migraines and neck pain
Lower back pain, Hip pain, Sciatica and disc symptoms
Pregnancy and pediatric related symptoms
Reduced flexibility and coordination, balance, strength and rehabilitation
and much more!

Chiropractors

Dr. Lucinda Slavin
	Lucinda graduated from The University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Science (1995) and from Macquarie University with a Masters of Chiropractic (1998). She has been in private practice on the Northern Beaches for the past 27 years, running a practice that focuses on the body’s natural healing mechanisms by working with the spine, extremities, biomechanics and nervous systems. Lucinda has also been a lecturer and tutor at Macquarie University for the past 22 years to the 4th year Chiropractic students, teaching Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation. Her background in teaching extends to clinic, as she enjoys educating her patients about their condition, treatment plans and options to achieve their functional goals. She uses a combination of techniques including gentle manipulation and mobilisations, soft tissue work, dry needling and exercises, being adaptable to treat and manage a wide range of conditions and presentations. As a mother of three children herself, she has a passion for treating children and families and has vast experience in the management of scoliosis. Whether seeking relief from acute or chronic discomfort or striving for enhanced function, her tailored personalised plans can help you attain your goals.
Dr. Coco Ho
	Having experienced chronic back pain from a young age, Coco was introduced to the benefits of chiropractic treatments early in life, and it was from this experience that lead her to applying for, enrolling in, and eventually completing the 5 year Bachelor of Chiropractic Science & Master of Chiropractic program at Sydney’s Macquaire University. Coco provides chiropractic care to adults of all ages. She is able to easily adapt her technique to treat a wide range of conditions to meet her patient’s needs. Coco is fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
Dr. Scott ‘Hung Jae’ Lee
	Scott completed his Bachelor of Chiropractic Science and Master of Chiropractic at Macquarie University. During his study, he was awarded numerous academic awards including Macquarie University Academic Excellence Award and Chiropractic Student of the Year (Dux). Scott has extensive experience in managing various conditions including lower back pain, neck pain, headache and sports injuries. He thoroughly enjoys caring for patients of all ages and provides optimal care to maintain a healthy life. In conjunction with thorough history taking, Scott utilises the Gonstead Chiropractic System to enhance his diagnose and to provide a tailored treatment for each patient. Scott strongly believes that right chiropractic adjustment can correct dysfunction, improve the condition and enhance the body’s ability to repair and heal itself naturally. In addition to working as a chiropractor, Scott also tutors both undergraduate and postgraduate chiropractic students at Macquarie University. Scott is fluent in both English and Korean.
Dr. Johanna McFadgen
	Johanna graduated from Macquarie University in 2005, after completing 5 years of study for her Bachelor of Chiropractic Science and Masters of Chiropractic degrees. She is registered with the AHPRA and is a member of the Chiropractors & Osteopathic Association of Australia. She has also continued her chiropractic education with further studies in acupuncture, pediatrics and pregnancy care. Johanna’s philosophy focuses on gentle chiropractic care for all ages. With a highly adaptable approach, she is able to treat a wide variety of patients and conditions. With 3 children herself, Johanna has a real passion for helping children and families get their health back on track with chiropractic care.
Dr. Angelo Marketos
	Angelo utilises a gentle and conservative chiropractic treatment approach for pain associated with a busy lifestyle, such as back pain and headaches. He is registered with the NSW Chiropractors Registration Board and is a member of the Chiropractors Association of Australia. He has completed both a Bachelor of Chiropractic Science & Master of Chiropractic, within which Angelo undertook and successfully completed research into the effects of Chiropractic treatment on neck pain, back pain and balance. Angelo focuses on pain relief and rehabilitation especially in desk workers, students and labourers.

Your First Consultation – What to expect

Your first visit with Angelo or Johanna will involve a full medical history, spinal examination and postural assessment, orthopedic testing, muscle testing, neurological testing & treatment. This consultation will be approximately 45 minutes in duration. If required, Johanna or Angelo may refer you for x-rays in order to have better idea of the current state of your spine.

During your second consultation, there will be discussion of any changes to your condition, report of findings, reassessment and treatment. This usually takes about 15 minutes.

Ongoing visits are generally 15 minutes long and entail treatment & periodic comparative re-assessments of your condition.