Chiropractic in Unley – Hands-On Care for Joints, Movement & Posture
At Southside Clinic in Unley, our chiropractors provide hands-on care with a focus on spinal health, posture, and everyday movement. We support people across different stages of life — from office workers with stiffness, to parents managing busy routines, to older adults wanting to stay active and mobile.
Our approach combines joint and spinal techniques with soft tissue care, movement advice, and education, looking at how the spine, nervous system, and muscles all work together. Treatment is tailored to your needs, whether that’s addressing postural tension, supporting mobility, or easing discomfort that affects daily activities.
Conveniently located just outside the Adelaide CBD, our clinic offers a welcoming, family-friendly environment with a team of practitioners who bring different perspectives on movement and recovery.
Chiropractic is a form of allied health care that focuses on how the spine, joints, muscles, and nervous system interact. It is often associated with spinal adjustments, but modern chiropractic care can also include joint mobilisation, soft tissue techniques, movement retraining, and posture education.
At Southside Clinic, our chiropractors take a practical, evidence-based approach. Instead of a one-size-fits-all method, we look at how different parts of the body may contribute to your concern and choose techniques that best support your comfort and goals.
For some people, this may mean gentle spinal mobilisation; for others, it may involve exercise and advice to improve strength and posture. The aim is to help you move with more ease and confidence in your day-to-day life.
What is Chiropractic care?
What Chiropractic Care Helps With
Most people don’t think much about their spine, posture, or joints until they start to feel stiff or uncomfortable. That’s often when they walk through our doors in Unley. While every person’s situation is different, there are some common reasons people choose chiropractic care:
Back and neck discomfort – from long hours at a desk, lifting, or everyday strain
Postural issues – supporting better alignment and reducing stiffness
Headaches linked with muscle or joint tension
Sporting and overuse injuries – from active lifestyles or repetitive tasks
Pregnancy-related changes – easing the physical stress of carrying and recovery
Everyday mobility concerns – stiffness, imbalance, or difficulty with movement
People across Adelaide choose chiropractic care for these reasons because it combines hands-on techniques, posture support, and movement advice — aiming to improve mobility, comfort, and day-to-day function.
Chiropractic Care at Southside Clinic
At Southside Clinic, our chiropractors provide care that reflects the everyday needs of our community. With a focus on musculoskeletal health, they support people with posture concerns, workplace stiffness, sporting injuries, and general joint or spinal discomfort.
Our chiropractors take a hands-on approach that combines joint mobilisation, spinal techniques, soft tissue care, and movement advice. Treatment is always tailored, with an emphasis on clear explanation and practical steps you can use beyond the clinic.
As part of our multidisciplinary allied health team, chiropractors at Southside Clinic work alongside osteopaths, physiotherapists, and exercise physiologists to provide a well-rounded perspective on movement and recovery. Conveniently located in Unley just minutes from the Adelaide CBD, we’ve been supporting Adelaide families for over 15 years in a welcoming, family-friendly environment.
One of the most common questions we hear is: “What’s the difference between a chiropractor, a physio, and an osteo?” The truth is, there’s plenty of overlap — but each profession brings its own style and focus.
Chiropractors often start with the spine, joints, and posture, looking at how these influence the way your body moves and feels.
Physiotherapists are known for structured exercise programs and rehab, helping people build strength, restore movement, and prevent re-injury.
Osteopaths tend to take a whole-body view, considering how posture, muscles, and daily habits connect and using a variety of hands-on techniques.
Exercise physiologists specialise in exercise prescription to manage chronic health conditions and build long-term physical capacity.
The best part? At Southside Clinic in Unley, you don’t have to choose just one approach. Our chiropractors work side by side with physios, osteos, and exercise physiologists, so you can benefit from a team that brings different perspectives — all focused on helping you move and feel your best.
Chiropractors vs Other Professions
Why Choose Southside Clinic?
Choosing where to go for care is an important decision. At Southside Clinic, we’ve built our approach around making that choice easier.
15+ years in the community – supporting families across Adelaide since 2008.
A team approach – chiropractors, osteopaths, physiotherapists, and exercise physiologists working together under one roof.
Care for all stages of life – from pregnancy and post-natal support to workplace injuries and healthy ageing.
Convenient location – in the heart of Unley, with easy parking and access from the Adelaide CBD.
Health fund rebates – most private health funds accepted, and Medicare rebates available with a GP care plan.
When you visit Southside Clinic, you’ll find a welcoming, family-friendly environment and a team committed to helping you move with more comfort and confidence.
Chiropractic Care FAQs
Do I need a referral to see a chiropractor?
No referral is needed. You can book directly, although Medicare rebates under a GP care plan may require a referral.
Will I always get “cracking” with chiropractic care?
Not necessarily. While spinal adjustments are one option, our chiropractors also use mobilisation, soft tissue work, and exercise advice. Techniques are always discussed with you first and only used if appropriate and with your consent.
Is chiropractic safe for everyone?
Chiropractic care is tailored to the individual. Your chiropractor will take a full history and assessment before recommending any techniques, and if something isn’t suitable, we’ll discuss alternative options.
Can chiropractic work alongside physiotherapy or osteopathy?
Yes. Many people benefit from combining different approaches. At Southside Clinic, our chiropractors work closely with physiotherapists, osteopaths, and exercise physiologists to provide well-rounded care.
Book an Chiropractor in Unley
If you’d like to explore how chiropractic care could support your health, our team at Southside Clinic is here to help. You can book an appointment online or call us directly to speak with our reception team.
We’re located on Hughes Street in Unley, just minutes from the Adelaide CBD, with easy parking nearby. Most appointments can be claimed through private health funds, and Medicare rebates may be available with a GP plan.
Take the first step toward moving more comfortably — book your appointment today.
1300 10 11 22
hello@southsideclinic.com.au
1 Hughes St, Unley SA 5067
