MELBOURNE & BAYSIDE CHIROPRACTOR · CHIRO NEAR ME

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A Brain First Approach to Chiropractic Care

Whether you're dealing with pain, recovering from injury, managing a neurological condition, or simply want to move and feel better, chiropractic care with a Brain First Approach™ starts by understanding why your body isn't functioning at its best, not just where it hurts.

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What does a Chiropractor do?

A chiropractor assesses and treats conditions related to the spine, nervous system, muscles, and joints. But at this clinic, the approach goes further.

The Brain First Approach™ recognises that most physical symptoms — pain, stiffness, dizziness, fatigue, poor coordination — are driven by how the brain and nervous system communicate with the rest of the body. When that communication breaks down, the body compensates. Those compensations become the problem.

By addressing the neurological root cause, not just the symptomatic site, care produces more lasting results — even for people who have tried other chiropractors, physios, or treatments without success.

Why choose Dr Tony Briggs Melbourne Bayside Chiropractor

Most people searching for a chiropractor near me want someone who will actually get to the bottom of what's going on — not just treat the area that hurts and send them on their way.


Dr Tony Briggs uses a functional neurology framework to assess the full picture: how your brain integrates balance, posture, movement, and sensory input — and where the breakdown is occurring. This is chiropractic designed to produce real, measurable change in how you move, feel, and function.



  • Neurological and movement-based assessment — not just spinal palpation
  • Care tailored to your specific findings, not a standard protocol
  • Addresses why symptoms persist, not just where they're felt
  • Suitable for complex cases that haven't responded elsewhere
  • Includes Medical LASER Therapy for tissue healing and recovery
  • Private health rebates available · No referral required

Heal Faster and Recover Better with Medical LASER Therapy

Medical LASER Therapy may be used alongside Neurological Chiropractic Care to support tissue health, circulation, inflammation reduction and nervous system recovery.

WHAT TO EXPECT

How your sessions work — from first appointment to lasting results


No GP referral required. Private health rebates available for all health funds.

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CHIRO FIRST APPOINTMENT | 60-90 MIN

Entails a comprehensive neurological, autonomic and balance assessment which involves testing your vestibular function, upper cervical mechanics, brainstem input, orthostatic response and more. Following this session you'll leave with a clear diagnosis and a personalised plan.


  • Full neurological and autonomic assessment
  • Vestibular, ocular and balance analysis
  • Upper cervical and postural assessment
  • Clear diagnosis and treatment plan
  • Hands on treatment and laser same day
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CHIRO REVIEW & TREATMENT  | 30-45 MIN

Here your treatment continues with hands-on Chiropractic care, Functional Neurology rehabilitation and Medical Laser Therapy, targeted to your specific neurological findings. Each session is built around what your assessment revealed and how you are responding.


  • Hands on chiropractic care
  • Functional neurology rehabilitation
  • Medical Laser Therapy
  • Take home exercises provided
  • Plan evolves as you improve
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CHIRO ONGOING CARE  30 MIN

As your nervous system begins to respond and regulation improves, your symptoms start to settle. At this point we have a clear picture of how your body is adapting, and your care plan will be adjusted to reflect your progress and support your ongoing health goals.


  • Minimum 6 sessions for lasting results
  • Collaboration with your medical team
  • Written summaries provided as needed
  • Referrals arranged as needed
  • Honest progress reviews throughout

WHO IS THIS FOR

You dont need to be in pain to benefit from Chiropractic

People come to this Melbourne chiropractic clinic for many different reasons. What they share is a desire to actually understand what's happening in their body, and to fix the cause, not just manage the symptom.


This approach may be right for you if you:

  • Have pain, stiffness or tension that keeps coming back
  • Have tried other treatments without lasting results
  • Feel off-balance, dizzy, fatigued or disconnected in your body
  • Are recovering from injury, concussion or whiplash
  • Want to move better, perform better, and feel younger
  • Have a neurological condition and want a complementary approach
  • Simply want to know your spine and nervous system are working as they should

THE BRAIN FIRST APPROACH DIFFERENCE

Not your average Chrio near me

When most people search "chiropractor near me," they expect a spinal adjustment and some advice to stretch more. Here's what makes this approach different.

CAUSE, NOT SYMPTON

Assessment begins with the neurological drivers of your condition — where the brain and body miscommunicate — not just where pain is located.

WHOLE SYSTEM VIEW

Your balance system, eye tracking, posture, coordination, and movement quality are all evaluated together — because they work together.

PERSONALISED CHIRO CARE

No standard protocols. Every care plan is built around your specific neurological and movement findings.

COMPLEX CASES WELCOME

Many patients arrive having already tried multiple practitioners. A different model of assessment often produces results where others haven't.

Chiropractor near me - FAQ

  • What does a chiropractor actually do?

    A chiropractor assesses and treat conditions involving the spine, muscle, and joint. Dr Tony Briggs extends this with a Brain First approach evaluating how the brain integrates posture balance and movement to find the neurological root cause of symptoms. 

  • Can chiropractic care help with POTS?

    A Brain First Chiropractic Approach™ does not treat POTS as a heart condition alone. Care focuses on improving how the brain and nervous system regulate posture, balance, circulation and sensory input, which can support symptom stability and functional improvement.

  • Is this chiropractic approach suitable if I feel easily overwhelmed or fatigued?

    Yes. Care is carefully paced and adapted to individual tolerance. Sessions are designed to support regulation without pushing the system into overload or symptom flares.

  • Do I need to stop exercising or weight training if I have POTS?

    No. Care does not require stopping exercise unless medically indicated. The focus is on improving nervous system regulation so tolerance to movement, posture and activity can gradually improve.

  • How long does it take for POTS to improve?

    This varies between individuals. Some people notice early changes in stability, clarity or tolerance, while others experience more gradual improvements as nervous system regulation and capacity build over time

  • Can this support dysautonomia or chronic fatigue alongside POTS?

    Yes. POTS commonly overlaps with dysautonomia, chronic fatigue and balance disorders. A Brain First Approach™ is designed to support nervous system regulation across these interconnected conditions.

  • Do I need a formal POTS diagnosis to start care?

    No. Care may be appropriate for people with a formal diagnosis or those experiencing symptoms consistent with autonomic nervous system dysregulation.

  • Can I claim back on private health?

    Yes, chiropractic care is covered by most extras policies including Medibank, BUPA, HCF, NIB and AHM. I process health fund claims on the spot. Rebate amounts vary by policy — worth checking with your fund before booking.

FIND US — CHIRO NEAR ME

Serving Bayside Melbourne & Beyond

Conveniently located in Highett, the clinic is easily accessible from across Melbourne's Bayside area — and welcomes patients from all of Melbourne and beyond.

Highett

Beaumaris

Hampton

Parkdale

Sandringham 

Brighton

Mentone

Moordialloc

Moorabbin

Cheltenham

Bentleigh

Chelsea

Black Rock

Elsternwick

St Kilda

Middle Park

New client offer: two sessions for $300. Book your first appointment with Melbourne's Bayside Brain First chiropractor today.

No GP referral needed. Claim back on Private Health.