Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 23rd March, 2026

  1. Our Commitment to You

At Complete Health Chiropractic we believe trust is the foundation of great care. A key part of that trust is how we look after your personal information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your information in a secure, transparent and responsible manner.

This policy outlines our ongoing obligations to you in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

You can find more information about the APPs via the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC): https://www.oaic.gov.au.

  1. What is Personal Information and Why We Collect It

Personal Information is information or an opinion that identifies you as an individual.

The types of personal information we may collect include:

  • Name, date of birth, and contact details (phone, email, address)
  • Health information relevant to your care
  • Emergency contact details
  • Payment and billing information
  • Any other details you choose to share with us

We only collect what we genuinely need to care for you, to communicate effectively with oyu  and to support your experience with our practice.

  1. How We Collect Your Information

We aim to keep things simple and transparent. Your personal information may be collected in a variety of ways, including:

  • When you complete forms in practice or online
  • Through conversations, phone calls, or emails
  • When you opt in to receive emails or updates from us
  • Via our website (including cookies and analytics tools)
  • From referrals or other third parties (where appropriate)

Where reasonable and practicable, we will collect your information directly from you. If we receive information from a third party, we will take reasonable steps to ensure you are aware.

  1. Why We Collect It

We collect and use your personal information primarily to:

  • Provide chiropractic care and related services
  • Manage your appointments and records
  • Communicate with you about your care
  • Share helpful health information and updates
  • Send marketing communications (only with your consent)
  • Meet our legal and professional obligations

We may also use your information for secondary purposes closely related to your care, where you would reasonably expect this.

You can opt out of marketing communications at any time.

  1. Email Communication & Consent

When you provide your email, you’re giving us permission to stay in touch with you in helpful and relevant ways, including:

  • Appointment confirmations and reminders
  • Health tips, education, and updates
  • Practice news and occasional promotions

You’re always in control — you can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the link in the email or contacting us directly.

  1. Sensitive Information

Sensitive information (including health information) is given a higher level of protection under Australian law.

We will only use sensitive information:

  • For the primary purpose for which it was collected
  • For a directly related secondary purpose
  • With your consent; or
  • Where required or authorised by law
  1. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy and will never sell your information.

Your personal information may be disclosed:

  • To other health professionals involved in your care
  • To trusted service providers who support our systems (e.g. software platforms)
  • Where required or authorised by law

We take reasonable steps to ensure any third parties handle your information in line with Australian privacy laws.

  1. Keeping Your Information Safe

We take the protection of your information seriously.

Your information is stored securely and protected from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure through:

  • Secure digital systems with controlled access
  • Password protection and restricted access
  • Safe handling and storage of physical records

When your information is no longer required, we will take reasonable steps to destroy or de-identify it. Health records are retained as required by law (generally a minimum of 7 years).

  1. Accessing or Updating Your Information

You have the right to access the information we hold about you and to ask us to correct it if needed.

If anything has changed or doesn’t look right, just reach out — we’re happy to help.

To protect your privacy, we may ask for identification before releasing information.

  1. Website Cookies & Analytics

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve your experience and better understand how visitors use our site.

You can adjust your browser settings at any time if you prefer not to use cookies.

  1. Overseas Disclosure

Some of the systems we use may store data overseas (for example, cloud-based software). Where this happens, we take reasonable steps to ensure your information is still protected in line with Australian privacy laws.

  1. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact:

Complete Health Chiropractic
Suite 103, 1 Spring St, Chatswood, NSW 2067
(02) 9413 3090
admin@completehealthchiro.com.au

If needed, you also have the option to contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).

  1. Updates to This Policy

This policy may be updated from time to time and will always be available on our website.

Your trust matters to us. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your family’s health journey.