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Chiropractic · Chiropractor For Aged Care Workers Adelaide · Marion Road
Chiropractor for Aged Care Workers Adelaide
Aged care workers face some of the highest rates of musculoskeletal injury of any occupation. Lifting, transferring, and repositioning residents places enormous strain on the spine, shoulders, and hips. Safe Work Australia reports that health care and social assistance workers have the highest rate of serious musculoskeletal injury claims of any industry in Australia. No lock-in plans. The decision is always yours.
528 Marion Road, Plympton Park SA 5038 · Est. 1972 · Free on-site parking
About this concern
General information only. Your plan is confirmed after assessment. Individual responses vary.
Aged care workers face some of the highest rates of musculoskeletal injury of any occupation. Lifting, transferring, and repositioning residents places enormous strain on the spine, shoulders, and hips.
Safe Work Australia reports that health care and social assistance workers have the highest rate of serious musculoskeletal injury claims of any industry in Australia.
Transferring and repositioning residents - often in awkward postures and confined spaces - places extreme load on the lumbar spine. This is the leading cause of serious back injury in aged care workers.
Assisting residents with bathing, dressing, and mobility requires sustained arm and shoulder effort. This repetitive overhead and forward-reaching work may contribute to shoulder impingement and thoracic stiffness.
Long shifts and irregular hours disrupt recovery and increase susceptibility to injury. Physical fatigue compounds the biomechanical demands of manual handling, raising injury risk.
This page is general information only and is not a personal diagnosis or treatment plan. Care is provided subject to clinical assessment and individual suitability.
Why Aged Care Workers Experience Musculoskeletal Pain
Aged care workers face some of the highest rates of musculoskeletal injury of any occupation. Lifting, transferring, and repositioning residents places enormous strain on the spine, shoulders, and hips.
Safe Work Australia reports that health care and social assistance workers have the highest rate of serious musculoskeletal injury claims of any industry in Australia.
Transferring and repositioning residents - often in awkward postures and confined spaces - places extreme load on the lumbar spine. This is the leading cause of serious back injury in aged care workers.
Assisting residents with bathing, dressing, and mobility requires sustained arm and shoulder effort. This repetitive overhead and forward-reaching work may contribute to shoulder impingement and thoracic stiffness.
Individual responses vary. Assessment confirms whether care is appropriate for you.
Does this sound familiar?
These are some of the common patterns we see. If one sounds like your experience, tap it for more detail.
Manual handling of patients involves awkward postures, unexpected loads (when a patient shifts weight), and sustained flexion. These combined factors place significant stress on the lumbar discs and sacroiliac joints. Assessment helps identify which structures are most affected.
General information only. This is not a diagnosis and does not replace a proper clinical assessment. Individual presentations vary.
Individual responses vary. Assessment confirms whether care is appropriate for you.
How Chiropractic Care May Help Aged Care Workers
Dr Sam Johnson (Chiropractor) understands the physical demands of aged care work. Your assessment will focus on the specific movements and postures your role requires, with attention to the spine, shoulders, and hips.
Treatment may include spinal adjustments, soft tissue work, and practical injury prevention strategies.
A 2017 systematic review in the Journal of Occupational Health found that manual therapy interventions may reduce pain and disability in workers with musculoskeletal conditions.
Individual responses vary. This is general information only and does not replace a proper clinical assessment.
Individual responses vary. Assessment confirms whether care is appropriate for you.
Common questions
These answers are general information. Your plan is confirmed after assessment. Individual responses vary.
Is chiropractic care suitable for work-related injuries?
Chiropractic care may help manage many musculoskeletal injuries common in aged care work. Dr Sam will assess your condition and determine whether chiropractic care is appropriate for your situation.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed. You can book directly online or call (08) 8297 5277. Initial consultations are $69.
Can chiropractic help with my lower back pain from lifting?
Low back pain from manual handling is one of the most common presentations we see. Chiropractic care may help by addressing spinal joint dysfunction and muscle imbalances contributing to your pain.
How much does it cost?
Initial consultation is $69, standard visits are $60. The SA average is $122 initial and $71 standard - you save over 40%.
Do you offer early morning or late appointments?
Yes. We are open 7am-7pm weekdays and 8am-12pm Saturday. Early and late appointments suit shift workers and carers with irregular schedules.
Can I claim on my health fund?
Yes, most major health funds cover chiropractic care. We process health fund claims on-site with our EFTPOS terminal.
Will chiropractic help with my shoulder pain?
Shoulder pain in aged care workers may involve the rotator cuff, thoracic spine, and cervical spine. Dr Sam will assess the full kinetic chain to identify contributing factors.
Is there parking at the clinic?
Yes, free on-site parking right out front at 528 Marion Road, Plympton Park.
How often should aged care workers see a chiropractor?
This varies by individual. Your plan is tailored to how you respond to care and is reviewed regularly; individual responses vary.
Will I receive manual handling advice?
Yes. Part of your care plan includes practical strategies for safer manual handling, recovery between shifts, and injury prevention specific to aged care work.
This page is general information only and is not a personal diagnosis or treatment plan.
Book your first visit
Open the diary and pick a time that suits. No referral needed. No lock-in plans.
Dr Sam Johnson (Chiropractor)
B.Sc.(Chiro), M.Chiro.(Macq) · AHPRA registered
$69
Initial consultation
Choose a time that works for you
- $69 first visit
- Weekdays 7am-7pm
- Saturday mornings
- Free parking
- All major health funds
- No lock-in plans
Prefer to call? (08) 8297 5277
All care is provided subject to clinical assessment and individual suitability. Individual responses to treatment vary. The decision is always yours.