Every pain has a backstory. Let's find yours.
Whether it's a back that went lifting the kids, a neck that aches by 3pm or a knee that won't let you run, Scott takes the time to work out why. Then he treats it.
$100 first visitHealth fund rebates on the spotNo referral needed
Scott Leabeater - Principal Chiropractor
Most people come in because they're in pain. Some have just hurt themselves, some have seen other practitioners without success, and some have just moved to the area. Either way, they want to understand why it hurts, and they want to fix it.
When new patients come in, we discuss how the pain started and what it's stopping you doing. I examine the injury and anything nearby that might be contributing, then explain what I think is happening in plain English, including how long it should take to settle. Unless you need a scan first, treatment starts that day.
Since opening The Backstory in Caringbah in 2017, I've treated everyone from local office workers to Olympic athletes. The approach is the same for all of them: take the time, find the cause, and give you a plan you can actually stick to.
Bachelor of Chiropractic Science and Master of Chiropractic, Macquarie University · International Sports Chiropractic Certification · SOT · GEMT
Back, neck and everything from the jaw to the ankle
Choose what's bothering you to read how we approach it.
- Low back painMild ongoing stiffness to new severe pain
- Neck painStiffness, pain with movement and muscle tightness
- SciaticaPain, tingling or numbness down one leg
- HeadachesThrobbing migraines and dull headaches
- Shoulder painImpingement, stiffness, or pain reaching overhead
- Hip painSI joint, groin and hip pain, at a desk or in sport
- Knee painStairs, squats, running, or a knee that gives way
- Elbow painTennis elbow, golfer's elbow and forearm pain
- Jaw pain (TMJ)Clicking, clenching and jaw tension
- Hand and wrist painWrist, thumb and hand pain from work or a fall
- Ankle and foot painOld sprains, heel pain and plantar fasciitis
- Sports and performanceNiggles, recovery and moving better for your sport
An hour that's about you
The first appointment runs for 60 minutes, so nothing is rushed.
We listen
How it started, what it's stopping you doing, your work, your activity and your health. Then Scott examines the injury and anything nearby that could be contributing.
We explain
What's causing your symptoms, what treatment Scott recommends and why, and roughly how long it should take to settle. In plain English.
We start
Unless you need a scan first, treatment begins that day, and you leave with a few simple exercises to keep it going at home.
Simple, and claimable on the spot
Bring your health fund card and your rebate comes off at the desk, so you only pay the gap. Dry needling and the other techniques used in your session are included.
- First visit60 minutes: assessment, explanation and treatment$100
- Follow-up visitTreatment and a check on your progress$70
- No GP referral needed
- Medicare CDM accepted with a GP care plan
- SIRA (WorkCover) approved
Hands-on care, then a plan you can follow
Techniques are chosen for your condition and what you're comfortable with. If you'd rather not have adjustments, that's fine.
Chiropractic adjustments
Gentle movement of a stiff joint through its range to reduce pain and improve mobility.
Personalised rehabilitation
An easy-to-follow exercise plan that targets the weakness and tightness behind your pain.
Joint mobilisation
Gentle, passive movement of a joint to improve mobility, for the spine and every major joint.
Targeted massage
Releases the specific muscles and trigger points contributing to your symptoms.
Dry needling
Ultra-fine single-use needles to release tight muscles. No extra charge on top of your consult.
Questions people ask before their first visit
What happens at my first appointment?
Scott will ask about your condition and general health, then examine the injured area and any other areas that may be contributing. He'll explain where your symptoms are coming from, what's causing them and what treatment he recommends. Unless an X-ray or MRI is needed first, treatment starts on your first visit.
How much does it cost?
An initial consultation is $100 and a regular consultation is $70. We don't charge extra for dry needling or other techniques used during your treatment.
Can I claim on my private health fund?
Yes. Bring your health fund card and your rebate is claimed on the spot, so you only pay the gap.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. You can book directly. If you have a GP Chronic Disease Management plan, we're registered with Medicare for CDM appointments.
How many treatments will I need?
It depends on your condition. Some resolve quickly, others take longer. You'll be given an expected recovery timeframe at your first appointment, so you know what to expect before you commit.
Do I need X-rays?
Usually not. Only a small number of patients need imaging. If your condition requires it, we'll refer you.
On Denman Avenue, Caringbah
4/153 Denman Avenue, Caringbah NSW 2229. We're 30 metres from Caringbah station, and there's street parking in front of the clinic.
| Monday – Friday | 7am to 7pm |
| Saturday | 8am to 1pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Ready when you are
Book online any time, day or night. Or call, and we'll find a time that suits you.