Dr Haresh Patel

Haresh is an experienced and dedicated chiropractor who discovered his passion for chiropractic care during his first year of university after attending an inspiring health talk. Since that pivotal moment, he has been deeply fascinated by the dynamic nature of the human body and the significant role chiropractic care plays in enhancing overall well-being.

Specializing in spinal and extremity manipulation, Haresh employs a variety of soft tissue therapies, including Myofascial Release, Graston (IASTM), and Trigger Point techniques. He tailors exercise prescriptions and uses taping methods to optimize patient outcomes. Haresh is driven by the goal of identifying the root cause of musculoskeletal dysfunction, going beyond mere symptomatic relief. He believes in addressing the whole person, taking into account their lifestyle, habits, and overall well-being. His commitment to advancing his field is evident in his research, particularly in treating persistent concussion symptoms, where he has published several case studies that have won awards.

Haresh’s diverse background in various sports has given him a unique insight into the needs of individuals seeking chiropractic care. He has had the privilege of working with athletes representing New Zealand on the global stage, providing support and enhancing their performance. He has always been involved with sports chiropractic organisations, providing his time, expertise at sporting events and functions. He has made pivots in the sports chiropractic scene in New Zealand while being the president and has made considerable gains for the future generation.

• Experience working with international athletes in New Zealand both privately and collaboratively with sports physiotherapist with high performance teams in various sporting disciplines. Been on call for various international sporting events and have been part of national games as sports chiropractor again in various sports disciplines.
• Distinguished Member - Sports Chiropractic New Zealand (SCNZ) - Awarded for completing the requirements under member categories for services to sport chiropractic in New Zealand.
• David Russell Case Study Excellence Award - New Zealand Chiropractic Association (NZCA) - This is given to the best case study research article and research poster for case study: https://journal.parker.edu/index.php/jcc/article/view/196
• House Leader - Rongotai College
• Scholarship of NCEA Level One Graphics

• Published two case studies in journals:

THE IMPACT OF CHIROPRACTIC MANAGEMENT ON A 15-YEAR-OLD MALE DIAGNOSED WITH POST-CONCUSSION SYNDROME AND WHIPLASH: A CASE REPORT | Journal of Contemporary Chiropractic | July 2020 | Link: https://journal.parker.edu/index.php/jcc/article/view/119

RESOLUTION OF OPIOID MEDICATION USE FROM CHIROPRACTIC MANAGEMENT OF NONUNION HIP FRACTURE, POST-SURGICAL PELVIC FUSION AND SEVERE TBI: A CASE REPORT | Journal of Contemporary Chiropractic | April 2022 | Link: https://journal.parker.edu/index.php/jcc/article/view/196

• Published two articles in chiropractic reports

The World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) | WFC Quarterly Report - Oct 19 | Page 50 | Link: https://www.wfc.org/website/images/wfc/qwr/2019/QWR2019D.pdf

The International Federation of Sports Chiropractic (FICS) | FICS Quarterly Report - Sept19 Page 40-41 | Link: https://issuu.com/ficsport/docs/ficsenewsseptember2019-compressed

• International Federation of Sports Chiropractic (FICS)
• Sports Chiropractic New Zealand (SCNZ)
• Australian Chiropractic Association (ACA)
• AICE Sport and Exercise (Sports Chiropractic)
• Sports Medicine New Zealand (SMNZ)

• Complete Concussion Management (CCMI) | 2021 | Complete Concussion Management
• FAKTR - Online Diagnostics
• Watson Headache Course - Level 1
• Certified Neuro-Linguistic Programming Practitioner (Associate) | 2019 | American Board of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (ABNLP)
• Cricket Physiotherapy Course | 2019 | Cricket Physiotherapy
• First Aid Level 1
• NCEA Level 1-3 | 2009-2013 | Rongotai College

National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA)

Level 1 (Excellence), Level 2 (Excellence), Level 3 (Achieved)