Chiropractor in Newcastle for back, neck and sciatica concerns
Start with a 45-minute assessment with Leo, a registered chiropractor. He works out what is driving your symptoms and talks you through your options. The clinic is on Darby Street, Cooks Hill.
November SpecialInitial Consultation $89 (usually $150) · new patients · terms
- No referral needed
- 45-minute first visit
- Health-fund rebates on the spot
- B.Chiro.Sc & M.Chiro, Macquarie University
- Registered chiropractor (Ahpra)
- Darby Street, Cooks Hill
- WorkCover, DVA & EPC patients seen
What brings you in?
Pick the one closest to yours. Each starts with the same 45-minute assessment, so Leo can check whether chiropractic care suits you or whether someone else would be better placed to help.
Lower back pain
Pain or stiffness when you sit, bend or lift. Leo checks how your back, hips and pelvis move, then explains what he finds.
Book for lower back pain →Neck pain and stiffness
A neck that catches when you turn, or aches after desk work or driving. The upper back and shoulders are checked too.
Book for neck pain →Sciatica-type leg pain
Pain, tingling or heaviness running from the back into the leg. Includes a neurological check, and referral if anything needs medical review.
Book for sciatica →Headaches linked to the neck
Headaches that build with neck tension or posture. Leo screens for warning signs that need your GP first.
Book for headaches →Disc-related back pain
Back or leg pain linked to a disc injury. Care is planned around what you can do now and what aggravates it.
Book for disc-related pain →Shoulder pain
Pain reaching overhead or behind you. Neck and shoulder-blade movement is checked as well, as they are often linked.
Book for shoulder pain →Hip and knee pain
Aching or stiffness with walking, stairs or running, assessed alongside how your back and pelvis move.
Book for hip or knee pain →Sport and gym injuries
Strains and overload niggles from running, lifting or field sport, with a plan for getting back to training.
Book for a sports injury →
Kinisi looks after musculoskeletal (muscle, joint and nerve-related) concerns in adults. If something needs a different practitioner, Leo will tell you.
How the first appointment works
Book online or call
Choose the Initial Consultation (45 minutes, $89, November Special, usually $150$150) in online booking, or call the clinic. No referral is needed for a private appointment.
History and examination
Leo asks about your symptoms and history, then runs orthopaedic, neurological and movement tests.
Findings and a plan
He explains what he found in plain words, the options available and roughly how many visits to expect. Then you agree on a plan together.
45 minutes · $89$150 · No referral needed
Care chosen for you, not a set package
Leo explains each technique, what you may feel and any risks before he starts. You can say no to any part of it.
Hands-on care
Chiropractic adjustments, joint mobilisation and soft tissue work, chosen to suit you.
Dry needling, if suitable
Used for some muscle-related pain, after assessment. About dry needling.
Exercise and rehab
Exercises to continue between visits, drawing on Leo's strength and conditioning training.
Referral when needed
If something needs a GP, scans or another practitioner, Leo will tell you and refer you on.
Meet Leo Koutsiouroumbas
Leo is the practice owner. He has worked with rural communities, veterans and defence personnel, and combines hands-on care with active rehabilitation so you know what to do between visits.
- B.Chiro.Sc and M.Chiro, Macquarie University
- Advanced Dry Needling Levels 1 & 2
- Shockwave Therapy Provider Module A
- Registered chiropractor (Ahpra)
Learn more about Our Team.
Fees and health funds
Initial Consultation
$89$150$150
45 minutes · November SpecialFor new patients, or for a new injury. Includes your assessment and plan.
Follow-up treatment
$90
15 minutesStandard treatment for existing patients. A 30-minute extended treatment is $150.
Health funds
Kinisi accepts major private health funds, with rebates on the spot. What you get back depends on your extras cover, so check with your fund.
WorkCover, DVA & EPC
Patients are also seen under WorkCover, DVA (claimed directly, no gap) and EPC plans. Mention it when booking. Veterans can read the DVA information.
Fees as listed in the clinic's online booking system, November 2026. See all services and fees.
November Special terms: Initial Consultation (45 minutes) $89, usually $150. For new patients only, for appointments attended from 4 to 30 November 2026. One per person. Not available with DVA, WorkCover or EPC-funded appointments. Health-fund rebates depend on your cover.
Chiropractic FAQs
Do I need a referral?
No GP referral is generally needed for a private appointment. DVA, EPC and WorkCover claims have their own referral rules, so mention these when you book.
What happens at the first visit?
The Initial Consultation is 45 minutes. It covers your history, orthopaedic and neurological tests and a check of how you move. Leo then explains what he found and your options. If treatment is appropriate and you agree, it can start in that visit.
Do adjustments hurt, and what is the cracking sound?
Most people feel pressure rather than pain. The sound is gas released from the joint, and it doesn't mean a bone has been "put back". Mild soreness for a day or two is common. Adjustments are only one option, so tell Leo if you would rather avoid them.
Are there risks?
Like any treatment, chiropractic care has risks. Temporary soreness, stiffness or headache are the most common, and serious complications are rare. Leo screens for these and talks you through the risks before treatment.
How many visits will I need?
It depends on your concern and your goals. Leo gives you an estimate after the assessment and reviews it as you go. You decide whether to continue at each stage.
Can I claim on my health fund?
Kinisi accepts major private health funds, with rebates on the spot. How much you get back depends on your extras cover, so check with your fund.
Send an enquiry
Not sure chiropractic is right for your problem? Leave your details and the clinic will call or email you back during opening hours.
For the quickest appointment, book online or call 0433 539 389.
Your chiropractor in Cooks Hill
Kinisi is on Darby Street in Cooks Hill, a short drive from Newcastle West, Hamilton, Merewether and The Junction.
KINISI CHIROPRACTICSuite 9, 235 Darby Street
(located within Crown Dentistry)
Cooks Hill, Newcastle NSW 2300
0433 539 389
Leo@Kinisichiropractic.com.au
Opening hours
| Monday | 8AM – 7PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8AM – 12PM |
| Wednesday | 8AM – 7PM |
| Thursday | 8AM – 3PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | By appointment |
Other care at Kinisi
Dry needling
Fine needles into tight muscle, used for some muscle-related pain after assessment.
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Back and neck pain
From recent flare-ups to pain that keeps coming back, starting with an assessment.
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Shockwave therapy
An option for some persistent heel and tendon problems, with prices up front.
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Book your chiropractic assessment
New patients book the 45-minute Initial Consultation ($89, November Special, usually $150$150) online, or call the clinic.