Tauranga Chiropractor Pat Wigley
Pat the Chiropractor completed a Bachelor of Physical Education at Otago University, then continued his studies to graduate as a Chiropractor (NZ Chiropractic College). Since then he has gained a Certificate of Proficiency in the Chiropractic Management of Extremities, Advanced Kinesio Taping Certification and is trained in Integrated Dry Needling.
Pat first observed a Chiropractor when he was working as a SNC Trainer for a regional rugby team. This was his first insight into working on the spinal biomechanics using chiropractic manipulation. The integration of Chiropractic Care and Sports was the driver for Pat to set up “Chiropractic & Sport” in Auckland. This clinic went on to win the Auckland Regional Business Awards in the following categories: the Excellence in Service Delivery, Best Emerging Business and Overall Supreme Excellence Awards.
Looking for a change in lifestyle, Pat moved with his family to Tauranga. He believed Tauranga needed a multi-disciplinary team of healthcare practitioners providing patients treatment and care in one convenient single location. What has resulted is Bay SportsMed (another award winning clinic) where chiropractors and physiotherapists work as a team for the patient.
Pat is the only Chiropractor in New Zealand to have dual success in two different cities. His chiropractic philosophy is simple, provide patients with affordable and results driven chiropractic care in a friendly environment!
About Chiropractic Care
If you have back pain then a chiropractic spinal manipulation may help. Pat’s chiropractic care focuses on identifying any spinal misalignment’s (from injury or life stress) that is affecting and individuals performance. Once an area of the spine is identified then Pat will use spinal manipulation to help with biomechanics of the area concerned. The goal is to help people feel better.
Chiropractic care is about helping your body work at its best
If you live in Tauranga and have injured your neck or back, or have areas of your spine that may not feel right then try Pat’s chiropractic care. He has helpled everyone from babies, adults, seniors, pregnant women and athletes.
Bay SportsMed does not do onsite x-rays. If the chiropractor (as a result of a thorough initial consultation) requires a medical x-rays then they can refer you to Med Ex Radiology (specialist medical radiographers) who are located within 2 minutes of the clinic.
My Chiropractic Appointment
The Initial Chiropractic examinations consist of comprehensive health history, which may comprise muscle, othopaedic and neurological tests. These are usually carried out through light clothing or you will be appropriately gowned. If you require further tests (e.g. x-rays) you will be referred accordingly (Bay SportsMed has x-ray services only 2 minutes away).
If your case is not suitable for Chiropractic care, you will be advised and referred to the appropriate health care provider.
• Initial appointment are up to 30 minutes
• Follow up appointments are up to 15 minutes
Your injury will be covered by ACC if it meets the criteria as set by ACC:
• You have suffered a personal injury
• The injury occured at a specific moment in time
• It involves an external force
• Your injury has occured within the past year
Your Chiropractor will lodge your ACC claim for you if appropriate, you do not need to do this prior to your visit.
There are certain injuries that ACC may cover that do not meet the above criteria. If you think you have such an injury, you will need to discuss this with your Bay SportsMed practitioner.
Wear clothes that are comfortable. Please bring along any additional important information you may have e.g. x-rays, previous treatment plans or referrals from another specialist.
Call Bay SportsMed and we should be able to offer you an appointment on the day.
(07) 577 9222