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Fees, Concession rates & ACC
You will find a price range indicated beside the type of appointment below. The lower fee is for those where ACC and/or a concession rate is applicable.
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ACC is available where an injury has occurred as a result of an accident. No GP referral is necessary, simply apply in the office. ACC reduces the cost by $20 per visit until you are back to your pre-injured state.
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Concession rate - a discount per visit is available to children under the age of 18 and full-time students.
Please also ask about our family fee which can help make chiropractic care more affordable for families. Plus ask how you can get two free chiropractic visits!
Our care is truly unique. There are very few health care professionals who offer such a range of services and techniques for a thorough, holistic approach to any number of health concerns.
Initial Consultation - Chiropractic
This involves a thorough chiropractic health history, posture assessment and examination. An adjustment is usually given at this first visit but is dependent on the results of the health history and exam as further information may be required prior to care. (eg. xrays).
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Who's it for?
Those with joint, muscle, back or neck discomfort/stiffness with no other major health concerns they are wanting to identify the root cause(s) of. Or for those keen to improve their mobility, posture, brain and body function with highly specific & personalized chiropractic care.
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Applied Kinesiology (AK) muscle testing is often used within a chiropractic appointment to look further into structural issues but for a thorough assessment of all aspects of your health (nutritional, emotional and biochemical), it is best to select the Applied Kinesiology or Functional Medicine Initial Consult.
$90-130 NZ
Adult $130
Student/child $110
ACC - less $20
Initial Consultation - Applied Kinesiology
For total body, holistic health care for any & all health concerns.
This appointment involves a thorough health history and examination looking to identify the underlying cause/s of your health and/or spinal concerns.
It utilizes applied kinesiology (AK) muscle testing techniques and a functional medicine approach to get to the root cause.
This approach also addresses nutritional & lifestyle changes necessary to heal efficiently & effectively.
A chiropractic adjustment or cranial therapy may or may not be included in this visit. It is dependent on the health history, exam, and presenting complaint(s).
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Allow at least one hour for this consult.
$250-280 NZ
Adult $280
Student/Child $270
ACC - less $20
Second visit - Report of Findings - Chiropractic
In this visit, we will discuss the findings from your initial consult and give you a care plan, including suggested lifestyle changes. You will also receive a chiropractic adjustment and if indicated cranial therapy and/or extremity (i.e. arm, shoulder, leg) adjustment.
The technique selected will be best suited to your age, size & condition. We have the experience and training to care for all ages and conditions.
$40-70 NZ
Adult $70
Student/Child $60
ACC - less $20
Second visit - Care Plan - Applied Kinesiology (AK) & Chiro ( or AK Reactivations)
At your first visit, the aim is to work out what could be at the root of your health concern or challenge. In this second visit, you will be given a care plan, including lifestyle or dietary changes and nutritional supplementation recommendations, all with the aim to have you at your best in the shortest possible time.
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A chiropractic adjustment and/or cranial therapy is often included in this visit. The technique used will be best suited to you and your needs.
$160-190 NZ
Adult $190
Student/Child $180
ACC less $20
Standard visit - Chiropractic care
For your regular chiropractic adjustment visits. This visit can also include cranial therapy, extremity (arm, shoulder, leg joint) adjustments and some myofasical trigger point work. We offer a range of techniques appropriate for your age and condition. Gentle techniques such as Sacro-occipital technique (SOT) & activator
are also available.
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Nutritional supplementation and organ function are not assessed in these visits. Please choose an applied kinesiology (AK) option for that.
$30-60 NZ
($40 on ACC,
$30 if on ACC & concession rate).
Regular visit - Applied Kinesiology (& often Chiropractic adjustment)
Ongoing or follow-up visits aimed to keep you at your best and functioning optimally.
The focus during this visit will depend on your health concern and an assessment of the priority using applied kinesiology muscle testing. For some, dietary changes and nutritional supplementation are the most important. For others, emotional support or biomechanical adjustments may be the priority. It depends on your needs at the time.
This visit often includes a chiropractic adjustment and/or cranial therapy, along with nutritional and lifestyle recommendations. Lab reviews are not included in this appointment.
You need to have had an initial consult & 2nd care plan visit before booking this appointment.
$110-140 NZ
Functional Medicine Consults (online or in person)
Functional medicine consults combine a thorough health history with advanced laboratory testing to uncover and address the root causes of your health concerns for lasting results.
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This option is ideal if you want a comprehensive review of your health history and lab results — from your GP, specialist, or previous functional tests — with a personalized care plan that includes natural supplementation, dietary, and lifestyle advice.
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All results are assessed using optimal functional ranges, not just standard “normal” values.
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Online consultations are also available, offering the same high level of care and convenience for clients across New Zealand or overseas.
Initial Consult
Follow-up consults
$470 NZ
$320-380 NZ
standard or extended/ ROF
Children <18 years minus $100 off initial & followups.
Although functional medicine consults are more expensive than applied kinesiology (AK), when combined with specialized lab tests they offer objective evidence of your underlying health concern. For those with chronic health issues, this can be very comforting & improve results. Email support is also included for a period of 30 days post-consult.
First appointment? Which appointment should you choose?
It depends on your goals and the depth of care you’re seeking.
At Cherish Chiropractic & Functional Health, you can choose the level of support that best fits your needs — from chiropractic adjustments to deeper functional medicine testing and analysis.
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Chiropractic Care
Ideal for maintaining spinal, joint, and nervous system function, or managing specific aches, pains, and injuries. -
Applied Kinesiology (AK) Consult
Best for those wanting a deeper look at how structural, chemical, and emotional factors influence their health. AK uses gentle muscle testing to identify imbalances and guides natural corrections through adjustments, diet, and supplementation.
(More intuitive and body-based — ideal if you’re not ready for lab testing but want a holistic assessment.) -
Functional Medicine Consult
Recommended if you’d like to explore the root causes of chronic or complex symptoms through a more investigative, evidence-based lens. This includes reviewing your existing lab work or ordering specialized testing to identify biochemical and physiological imbalances.
(Best if you would like any labs reviewed, or want clear, objective data in the form of specialized lab testing to guide your care.)
Many clients use a combination of these approaches — for example, starting with Functional Medicine to investigate underlying causes and continuing with Chiropractic or AK care to support ongoing physical balance and healing.
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Still unsure which service is best for you or how we can help?
Please take advantage of our FREE 10 minute DISCOVERY Chat. (Held either in-person or via video call).
