The Approach
The Dr. Sarlie approach
Not just where it hurts, but how you move, recover and cope.
A personalised process that looks at the whole picture, and keeps adapting as you do.
Six steps
How care works with Dr. Sarlie
Steps one to three happen mostly in the clinic. Steps four to six carry on between visits.
- 01
Understand
We listen first: your history, lifestyle, work, stress and goals.
What happens
A conversation before any examination. What matters to you shapes everything that follows.
You leave with
A shared picture of what is going on and what you want from care.
- 02
Assess
We look at how your body is moving, functioning and adapting.
What happens
Movement, posture, joint and nervous system assessment. Further tests only if they are needed.
You leave with
A plain-language explanation of what we found, and why it matters.
- 03
Restore
We treat what is needed to reduce pain and restore function.
What happens
Hands-on care chosen for your presentation, not a fixed protocol.
You leave with
An explanation of why we chose it, and what to expect as you recover.
Front, side, movement and back views: an example of what an assessment looks at. Every assessment is tailored to you. - 04
Build
We build strength, capacity and resilience for life’s demands.
What happens
A short, specific programme of movement and exercises to do between visits.
You leave with
Exercises you understand, and a plan to build your capacity over time.
- 05
Educate
We give you the tools and knowledge to stay in control.
What happens
Plain-language guides and simple tools you can use between visits.
You leave with
Practical know-how to manage flare-ups and everyday stress between visits.
- 06
Adapt
We adjust the plan so you keep moving forward.
What happens
We review progress and change the plan as your life, work and body change.
You leave with
A plan that keeps pace with you, not one that is set once.
How I think
Health is more than the absence of pain.
The whole person, not just the symptom
Movement, capacity, recovery, lifestyle, environment and the individual in front of me all shape how you feel.
Capacity and recovery, not only relief
Easing pain is where it starts. The aim is a body that can handle what your life asks of it.
You, taking an active role
Chiropractic is one part of the picture. The broader aim is to help you understand your body and take an active role in your health.
Understand your body. Know what to do.
Who it is for
Common reasons people come
What to expect
Before you book
First visit
60 minutes · R800. A conversation and assessment come first.
Follow-up visits
30 minutes · R600.
Care chosen for you
Treatment is selected according to your individual presentation, not a fixed protocol.
Medical aid
Not claimed directly by the practice. An invoice is provided for your own submission.
Ready to start with a conversation?
Book a first visit, or ask us a question first. There is no pressure either way.