PAIN MANAGEMENT
Persistent pain.
Comprehensive care.
Telehealth consultations for Australians living with persistent pain. Our AHPRA-registered practitioners take the time to understand your full history before discussing any management options.
Persistent pain is complex.
Your treatment should match that.
How plant-based treatment may help manage persistent pain
Research suggests cannabinoids interact with receptors throughout the central and peripheral nervous system, modulating pain signal transmission. For patients with persistent pain that hasn't responded to conventional analgesics, this mechanism may offer a meaningful alternative pathway.
- May help reduce neuroinflammation driving neuropathic pain
- May help modulate pain signals before they reach the brain
- May reduce reliance on opioids and NSAIDs over time
- Addresses co-occurring sleep disruption and anxiety
Full medical history review
We review your existing diagnoses, imaging, previous medications, and every treatment you've tried — building a complete picture before any recommendation is made.
Eligibility assessment
An honest clinical determination of whether plant-based treatments are appropriate for your specific presentation and history.
Tailored prescription
If deemed medically appropriate, your prescriber selects the product type, formulation, and dosage that fits your condition — not a template.
Ongoing monitoring
Follow-up appointments at 4–6 week intervals review your response, adjust dosage, and renew scripts. Your care doesn't stop at the first appointment.
Types of pain concerns we see
If your pain presentation isn't listed below, book a consultation anyway — your practitioner will assess your specific case.
Persistent Everyday Pain
Pain that has continued for more than three months and limits your ability to work, rest, or engage in daily activities.
Get assessed →Pain After Injury or Surgery
Ongoing discomfort that persists well beyond the expected recovery window, where standard management hasn't provided lasting relief.
Get assessed →Nerve-Related Pain
Burning, shooting, or tingling sensations that conventional analgesics often struggle to address.
Get assessed →Widespread Body Pain
Diffuse musculoskeletal discomfort affecting multiple regions, accompanied by fatigue and disrupted sleep.
Get assessed →Inflammatory Pain
Chronic inflammation-driven discomfort from conditions affecting joints, soft tissue, or connective structures.
Get assessed →Pain Affecting Quality of Life
Any persistent pain presentation that is significantly affecting your wellbeing, relationships, work, or mental health.
Get assessed →
Who is plant-based treatment
suitable for?
Plant-based treatment is not appropriate for everyone. Our prescribers make an honest assessment at every consultation. You are likely a suitable candidate if:
Chronic pain is defined clinically as pain lasting longer than 3 months. Plant-based treatment targets persistent, treatment-resistant pain — not acute injuries expected to resolve naturally.
Prior treatment history is central to our assessment. This includes physiotherapy, medications, or specialist management. A genuine attempt at prior treatment matters.
A formal diagnosis helps your prescriber make accurate recommendations, though it's not always mandatory. Bring any imaging, referral letters, or specialist reports if you have them.
THC-containing products are generally contraindicated for people with a personal or family history of psychosis. CBD-only formulations may still be appropriate in some cases.
All prescribed plant-based products are contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Discuss timing with your prescriber if you are planning a pregnancy.
The brain continues developing until approximately age 25. Plant-based treatment may still be prescribed for younger patients in specific circumstances — assessed individually.
"If it's not right for you, we'll say so — and suggest alternative pathways."
Alternative Balance prescribers Why Choose
Alternative Balance
Australian Registered Practitioners
All our clinicians are AHPRA-registered and experienced in working with persistent pain presentations. Your care is always in qualified hands.
Australia-Wide Telehealth
Consultations from the comfort of your home via secure video call. No travel required, no waiting rooms, no matter where you are in Australia.
TGA-Approved Treatments
Where deemed medically appropriate, any prescribed treatment meets strict TGA pharmaceutical-grade quality and consistency standards.
Genuinely Compassionate
We listen first. Our practitioners take the time to understand your unique pain situation with empathy and without judgement.
Affordable & Transparent
Clear pricing with no hidden fees. Initial consultations from $79, follow-ups from $59. You know exactly what you're paying before you book.
Fast Appointments
No long waiting lists. Book your consultation and get seen quickly so you can start addressing your persistent pain concerns.
Pharmacy Delivered
If deemed medically appropriate, medication is dispensed by a partnered pharmacy and delivered discreetly to your door anywhere in Australia.
Frequently asked
questions
Everything you need to know about pain management consultations.
Talk to UsNo. Our prescribers make an honest clinical assessment at every consultation. If plant-based treatment isn't appropriate for your presentation, they will say so clearly and suggest alternative pathways.
No GP referral is required. You can book directly with Alternative Balance. Bring any relevant medical records, imaging, or specialist reports — they help your prescriber build a complete picture.
Once a prescription is approved (typically within 3–7 business days of your consultation), your pharmacy will dispense and post the medication directly to you.
In Australia, it is currently illegal to drive with any detectable level of THC in your system. Products containing THC may restrict driving. CBD-only products do not typically affect driving. Your prescriber will discuss this in detail.
These consultations and products are not currently covered by Medicare or most private health insurance policies. Your prescriber will discuss costs transparently during your consultation.
That's often exactly why patients come to us. We assess cases where standard interventions haven't provided adequate relief. Prior treatment history is a key part of the clinical assessment.
Ready to start your
pain relief journey?
Initial consultations from $79. No GP referral required. Australia-wide telehealth.