Aligning Strength And Kindness At Move It Chiropractic

The air at Move It Chiropractic doesn’t carry the usual sterile hush of a medical clinic; instead, it hums with vibrant energy, a space that feels more like a wellness retreat for the soul. At the heart of this Mackay practice are two women who have turned professional collaboration into a local art form: Dr Suzanne Kippen and Remedial Therapist Teresa Abela.

Suzanne, a Mackay local who returned home after completing her chiropractic degree at Murdoch University, provides the clinical heartbeat of the practice. Her approach blends integrity with deep-seated expertise, underpinned by her values as a leader.

“Independence, drive, and a passion for chiropractic have shaped me into the leader I am today,” she says. “Leadership to me is about having the right support, caring, and listening, and respecting everyone on your team.”

Teresa, with twenty years of hands-on experience, brings an intuitive, seasoned touch to every session, guided by her commitment to kindness.

“You just never know what is happening in someone’s world, so we always aim to be kind to each other, as well as everyone who walks through our doors,” she says.

“Building each other up, whether male or female, boss or colleague, is essential. If you’re not doing that, something’s not right.”

Together, they operate in seamless harmony. Suzanne restores alignment to the spine and nervous system, while Teresa works through the muscles and connective tissues that support that structure. It is a complementary dialogue, each treatment enhancing the other, creating a holistic path to resilience and vitality for a community that works hard and plays harder.

Chiropractic and massage care are essential for everyone. In a world where long hours, physical strain, and stress are the norm, these treatments restore balance, relieve tension, improve mobility, and maintain overall wellbeing. Every adjustment and massage is a step toward stronger posture, an increase in range of movement, and renewed energy.

Beyond the adjustments and massage oil, it is the culture these women have built that defines the practice.

“We like to encourage each other to be the best we can possibly be,” says Suzanne.

Their partnership is marked by mutual respect and a healthy dose of playful banter.

“Teamwork is extremely important in business. We also like to have a bit of fun and laugh here and there,” they add, noting that a thriving team creates thriving patients.

Trust and integrity are non-negotiable.

“Once you lose your trust, you have nothing,” they say. “We have a strong team here – we enjoy each other’s company and we’re big on communication. I think that’s what makes us a great team,” says Teresa.

For both ladies, leadership is defined by service – to each other, to their team, and to their community.

Suzanne credits her mother as a source of inspiration, while Teresa draws strength from her daughters. Together, they demonstrate that skill, compassion, and collaboration can elevate both a practice and the people it serves.

“Here at Move It Chiropractic, it is our family caring for your family,” says Dr Kippen.