Chiropractic

Chirs is a certified Sports Chiropractor originally from Napier, Hawkes Bay, where he spent his youth consumed with sports and education. He went on to complete his Chiropractic degree in 2009, then spent time working in Auckland, Dublin, and London, before returning to NZ to join Sports Clinic’s collaborative approach.

Chris has gained the International Sports Chiropractic Certificate (ICSC) qualification from the International Federation of Sports Chiropractic (FICS).

He has years of experience in treating a wide variety of conditions causing musculoskeletal or limb pain and has a keen interest in treating people with headaches, post-concussion, neck, shoulder, back and hip pain. As well as providing athletes with optimal performance and gains. He has had the privilege of working with athletes of all levels including International and NZ representatives.

Chris uses chiropractic, muscle release techniques, dry needling, and taping methods.

Charlotte has a strong interest in helping people resolve spinal disorders, including neck pain, back pain, and headaches. She is proficient in manual and gentle adjusting, dry needling, soft tissue therapy, and Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT), all of which are beneficial in reducing pain and promoting flexibility and stability. Charlotte is passionate about looking at the whole picture to identify the root cause of your pain and takes an analytical, detailed approach to determine the best way to help you achieve your goals.

Charlotte enjoys working with a diverse range of individuals and has encountered a wide variety of conditions and injuries in practice. She integrates self-management strategies, corrective exercises, posture improvement, lifestyle changes, and biomechanics to tailor her approach to each individual and help them return to the activities they enjoy.

Born and raised in Christchurch, Charlotte is thrilled to be back in her hometown. In her free time, you’ll find her in Diamond Harbour, where she enjoys kayaking, walking, and water skiing.

Dr Chad Esaiah is a chiropractor with a deep focus on posture correction, perineural injection therapy, and the unique physical demands faced by water sports athletes. With over 25 years of clinical experience, he has worked with a wide range of individuals—from those managing chronic nerve pain to elite aquatic athletes performing at the highest levels.

Chad views posture as more than just appearance—it’s the structural foundation of how we move, function, and feel. For over two decades, he has applied the principles of Chiropractic Biophysics (CBP) to help patients improve spinal alignment, biomechanics, and long-term musculoskeletal health. His commitment to precision and individualised care now also extends to Perineural Injection Therapy (PIT), a gentle treatment using 5% dextrose injections to reduce inflammation, calm irritated nerves, and restore mobility for those living with chronic pain.

With a strong personal and professional background in water sports—including surf lifesaving, Army water polo, and triathlon, as well as current passions in surfing, wing foiling, and foil surfing—Chad brings unique insight into the injury patterns, performance demands, and recovery needs of aquatic athletes. Whether it's postural assessment, injury rehab, or performance optimisation, he tailors care to help his clients move better, recover faster, and thrive both in and out of the water.

Margie completed a five-year Chiropractic degree in Melbourne in 1989 and initially practiced in Perth, Western Australia. It was during this time her passion for working with sports teams was established and Margie found herself as a chiropractor for local and provincial cricket, rugby, and ice hockey teams.

Margie returned to New Zealand in 1994 and completed her Masters and Post Graduate Sports Science Diploma, creating a more solid foundation for her interest in maximizing the potential of the athlete.

Since then she has worked with many local and elite level athletes with attendance at the Olympics being a highlight.

Margie enjoys being part of a multi-disciplinary team which she believes is crucial to facilitate the optimal performance of the athlete.

Sarah has over 20 years of  knowledge in the diagnosis and treatment of neck pain, back pain and headaches. She is well respected in these areas and has undertaken many postgraduate studies to complement her practical skills. 

Sarah understands the role that poor posture and ergonomics have on causing persistent pain and has extensive knowledge in the best approach and exercises to improve both posture and function.

Sarah began her career in Melbourne, Australia in 2001, after completing a 5 year University degree in Health Science and Chiropractic. She later worked in a number of clinics in Hamilton, Waikato focusing on both acute and chronic injuries. 

Everyone is different, and it is important to Sarah that treatment is individually determined based on the client's age and their symptoms.

Sarah appreciates the opportunity provided at Sports Clinic to integrate chiropractic with other health disciplines.