To Book an appointment please call
 09 4314 070 Mangawhai or 09 437 0238 Whangarei.
Postural assessment, Deep Tissue Massage, Manual Therapy, Lymphatic Drainage, Rehabilitation.

Professional Osteopathic Consultations available in Level 1.
But first The COVID 19 questions:
Do you have new or worsening respiratory symptoms including one of the following: cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, coryza (runny nose) or temporary loss of smell, with or without fever?
In the last two weeks, have you been in contact with others who have been unwell with respiratory symptoms or fever, or are suspected or confirmed to have COVID-19?
Are you at increased risk from COVID19 with a suppressed immune system or over 75 years?
If Yes to any of the above then please phone the clinic to discuss your case Before attending in person.
Hi, welcome to my website. I provide osteopathic treatments at Kakariki, Mangawhai. Next to the Bennetts Cafe 52 Moir Street.  And now also 75 Whau Vally Kamo.
 The majority of my patients are people suffering from aches, pains and injuries but I do also however work with sports people, children the elderly and the unwell. 

Appointments are 45 minutes, $75 for private and $45 for ACC. You do not need a referral to see me, and I can file your ACC claim.
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 Job satisfaction is paramount to me and my day only gets better when my patients get the break through they were looking for. I love my job! I treat with a hands on style, generally massaging the soft tissues in the body and moving the joints. Even if I really like you I will not try and sell you a course of treatments or try and keep you coming back any longer than is necessary! 
Your progress is reviewed and if things do not improve as expected we will discuss a different approach or a second opinion. 

A list of some common conditions that may respond well to treatment:
• generalised aches and pains • joint pains including hip and knee pain from osteoarthritis • arthritic pain, 
• general, acute & chronic backache, back pain •  neck pain •  headache arising from the neck (cervicogenic) / migraine prevention• frozen shoulder/ shoulder and elbow pain/ tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) arising from associated musculoskeletal conditions of the back and neck • circulatory problems • cramp • digestion problems• joint pains • lumbago • sciatica • muscle spasms • neuralgia • fibromyalgia • inability to relax • rheumatic pain • sports injuries • breathing problems and tensions.

I have a wide range of techniques to treat my patients and every individual requires a slightly different approach. Treatment is generally relaxing and pleasant. However, a small amount of discomfort can sometimes be experienced, this is usually a "good kind of pain" like when a tight muscle is massaged. My overall focus is to address the joint mechanics in conjunction with the muscular and soft tissue structure. During treatment I am looking to:

  • Reduce pain and inflammation.
  • Facilitate a healing response from the body.
  • Restore joint mobility.
  • Improve muscular tone/flexibility & reduce spasm.
  • Balance and enhance fluid dynamics.
  • Normalise Nerve output and stimulation.

Treatment will involve a mixture of the following, depending on what is appropriate for you and your condition:

  • Soft Tissue Massage: Muscles, Tendons, Ligaments and Fascia are massaged or stretched.
  • Articulatory treatments: a gentle mobilizing movement taking a joint through its range of motion. This can be applied to most joints in the body.
  • Specific Manipulation or Thrust: Sometimes described as high velocity technique (HVT). This is the technique most frequently associated with osteopathy and is what can give the characteristic 'crack' or 'pop'. Some patients can be alarmed by this but it is always discussed with the patient beforehand. Some momentary discomfort may be experienced but patients normally say that it is not at all painful.
  • Stretch & MET. Various stretch techniques can be used. These range from gentle assisted stretches, through to stronger ‘Muscle Energy Techniques’, which can be very beneficial when relaxing muscles and breaking down muscle scarring.
  • Exercises: It is very likely that I will recommend some exercises to you. This will help you to manage the condition yourself and help to support treatment that I give you. Individual exercise plans are often provided.
  • It is important to emphasise that you do not have to undertake any treatment you do not like or feel is not helping you

    Please wear suitable loose fit clothing.