Essential Chiropractic & Healthcare Clinic

Welcome to Essential Chiropractic & Healthcare Clinic

Essential Chiropractic and Healthcare Clinic first opened its doors in 2005.  Founded by Reservoir chiropractors Dr. Michael Carbone and Dr. Damien Nagalingum, who saw a lack of high-quality natural health care in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, Essential Chiropractic and Health Care are here to look after a wide variety of your health needs.  Initially practising from a small house in Reservoir, in 2010 Essential Chiropractic & Health Care upgraded to a purpose-built modern facility and expanded to include a team of reception staff and practitioners from multiple disciplines.  With a high level of patient satisfaction and excellent health results, Essential Chiropractic & Health Care offer a practical philosophy that promotes a natural healthy lifestyle.

Our Vision

Essential Chiropractic and Healthcare Clinic will be recognised and respected as the leader in natural health care within the local community and beyond.

Our Mission

We are inspired to work with integrity and professionalism, providing an exceptionally high level of natural health care that strives to improve and optimise each patient’s quality of life. We will strive for this by:

• Providing ethical and efficient care to all members of the community, ranging from the young to the elderly.
• Applying the Gonstead system of Chiropractic
• Offering a variety of natural health services that encompasses all health conditions.
• Utilising modern techniques, state of the art equipment and current research to strive to achieve highly effective and lasting results.
• Consistently updating our knowledge with continual education and seminars.
• Creating a professional and friendly office to make each consultation an exceptional health experience
• Committing to the health of every patient with the utmost dedication by using a personalised approach; and
• Informing our patients on the true principles of Chiropractic in order to educate themselves, their family and friends about the important relationship between the spine and nervous system for optimal health and well-being.

Meet Our Team

Chiropractic

Dr. Michael Carbone
CHIROPRACTOR – B.CHIRO.SC. B.APP.SC.(CLIN) / DIRECTOR

Dr Michael is a member of the Gonstead Chiropractic Society of Australia and regularly attends seminars to develop his skills and understanding as a chiropractor both locally and nationally. He successfully manages sporting teams at all levels, in particular soccer, in which he has a very keen interest. Dr Michael is a also a father of 3 healthy children who regularly receive chiropractic care.

Dr. Damien Nagalingum
CHIROPRACTOR – B.APP.SC.(CLIN) B.CHIRO.SC. B.SC. / DIRECTOR
 
Dr Damien holds a Bachelor of Science and a double degree in Chiropractic and Applied Clinical Science. With his diverse knowledge of the human body, Dr Damien is dedicated to delivering safe, specific and effective chiropractic treatment to his patients. He practises the Gonstead System of Chiropractic, Gonstead Extremity Technique and paediatric chiropractic and continues to enhance his skills and knowledge at both national and international chiropractic seminars.

Podiatry

Bronwyn Winnell
PODIATRIST

Bronwyn is a qualified Podiatrist, with a Bachelor of Podiatry from LaTrobe University and a Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement) from RMIT University.  She is a member of the Australian Podiatry Association (Vic).  She has undertaken extra studies and is qualified in dry needling of the lower limb.  Bronwyn is interested in all aspects of podiatry, including general footcare for skin and nail complaints, nail surgery, musculoskeletal injuries, biomechanics and orthotic management.   Bronwyn is keen to help all patients have comfortable and functional feet.

Georgia Jackson
PODIATRIST

Georgia is a qualified Podiatrist who obtained her Bachelor of Podiatry from Charles Sturt University in Albury. Georgia has a keen interest in footwear, particularly sporting footwear having spent some time as an ambassador for Mizuno Australia. Georgia is a member of the Podiatry Association of Australia (Vic)with expertise and experience in all areas of podiatry. Georgia can provide a range of treatments in areas of podiatry including; general nail and skin care, diabetes, paediatrics and has a particular interest in treating and preventing sporting injuries. Georgia is a keen runner who also enjoys skiing at Hotham during the winter months.

Naturopathy

Angela Cali
NATUROPATH

Angela is qualified Naturopath, with a Bachelor of Health Sciences in Naturopathy. She has worked in clinical practice for over 10 years and strives to resolve the underlying causes of illness.
Angela regularly attends seminars to keep up to date with the latest in herbal and nutritional medicine. She formulates treatment plans that are achievable for each individual. Angela guides and motivates her clients on the path to optimal health.
She is a mother of three children, whose passion is to educate and lead by example.

Massage & Myotherapy

Natasha Sofkarova
REMEDIAL MASSAGE THERAPIST

Natasha is a qualified remedial massage therapist, registered with the Australian Association of Massage Therapists. Natasha discovered the benefits of remedial massage after sustaining injuries from general fitness training and poor postural habits. The ability to drastically make a difference in people’s lives along with her interest in human anatomy drew her to the profession. Since leaving university, Natasha has worked in various clinical settings treating migraines, low back, neck and shoulder pain, sciatica and sporting injuries. She has spent time working with Melbourne City FC assisting players with post match recovery, as well as treating competitors of the Ironman triathlons, pre and post race. Natasha is always looking to expand her knowledge and skills as a practitioner. When she is not working, Natasha enjoys keeping fit with Boxing, Pilates and Surfing.

Donna Nicolaidis
REMEDIAL MASSAGE THERAPIST

Donna has over 18 years of experience in the remedial massage therapy profession. Originally from USA, Donna has settled in Melbourne and earned her credentials at RMIT. Donna possesses the necessary skills and tools to assist patients with all their muscular problems. Donna takes a holistic approach in treating her patients using postural & joint assessment, soft tissue treatment, stretching, corrective & strengthening exercises along with healthy lifestyle recommendations.

Reception

Charlotte Perfect
RECEPTION

Anna Hannon
RECEPTION

Sage Napolitano
RECEPTION

Essential Chiropractic & Healthcare Clinic in Reservoir, Melbourne, VIC is listed under the best Chiropractors, Massage, Physiotherapists with expertise in Podiatry, Massage, Aromatherapy Massage.

Some other services offered by Essential Chiropractic & Healthcare Clinic include Indian Head Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Relaxation Massage, Back Massage, Swedish Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Physiotherapy, Facial Massage.

Call the staff at Essential Chiropractic & Healthcare Clinic to make an appointment with our helpful staff.

Services

Massage

Massage therapy can provide relief by targeting different tissue groups including muscles, tendons, skin, ligaments, joints, or other connective tissue, as well as lymphatic vessels, or organs of the gastrointestinal system.

Myotherapy

Myotherapy can relieve muscular dysfunction caused by trauma, overload or misuse of muscles arising from occupational, sporting or recreational activities.

Chiropractic

Our chiropractors use a methodical, thorough and unique system to analyse each individual patient to fine the cause of their problem and provide a total health solution.

Podiatry

Podiatry aims to diagnose, treat, prevent and rehabilitate medical conditions of the feet and lower limbs.

Naturopathy

Naturopathy aims to find and treat the cause of illness through a range of diagnostic techniques including iridology, tongue and nail assessment, functional testing, hair, urine and saliva analysis.

Reviews

“Great team , very professional chiropractors , highly recommended

“The first chiro I’ve visited and they took great pains to explain the whole process to me. They have a lovely team and I’d be sure to recommend them to my friends and family.”

“Very professional and caring healers. Great range of holistic services available. Excellent chiropractic treatment. Great reminder service, swipe for health insurance refund and easy parking. Highly recommend.”

“Had my first visit to a chiropractor today and came out feeling much better and positive about the service provided by the caring and friendly staff. Looking forward to resolving my back problems.
Would recommend to anyone in need.”

“A clinic with fantastic staff and a warm environment which exceeds all your expectations! For all ages, you will not be disappointed! Look forward to my babies appointment tomorrow :)”