Hands-on healthcare
Personalised care for the whole family at Norfolk Clinic
The Norfolk Clinic Osteopaths in central Whangarei take a holistic, whole-body approach to pain management and injury treatment. We appreciate that every person is unique, with different jobs, lifestyles, and personal history. Your treatment will be specific to you, as we aim for the best results possible in your recovery.
Our Services
We offer a range of treatment styles and modalities to suit your needs
Our Team
At our Whangarei Osteopathic clinic, you can expect expert care from our highly experienced team, boasting over 50 years of combined expertise. Each practitioner brings their own field of specialty to provide comprehensive and tailored healthcare.
Martin Ludwig
Osteopath
Martin has been practicing osteopathy for over 15 years and is experienced in treating a wide range of people and presentations, from school-aged children, pregnant and postpartum clients, and individuals with complex or persistent pain. His key area of interest is Pain Management, and he has completed post-graduate study in this field at Otago University.
He has a strong focus on clinical diagnostics and exploring the personal experience of pain with clients. This allows him to meet you where you are at and resolve the problem together, rather than just treating the symptoms.
Originally from Germany, Martin has called New Zealand home for many years now. He completed his osteopathy training at Unitec Institute of Technology in Auckland. Outside the clinic, Martin is a long-time soccer player and runner, and he enjoys craft beer brewing and carpentry in his spare time.
Nina Ludwig
Osteopath
Nina is our Mum & Baby specialist Osteopath. She’s a warm and caring person with a real passion for working with women’s health, pregnancy, postpartum, and new babies. Nina completed a Masters in Osteopathy in 2017, and has since pursued a range of post-graduate training. As such, her treatment style can vary widely to best fit your needs on the day. She has a strong foundation in structural osteopathy, and often compliments this with more subtle techniques such as cranial osteopathy and visceral (organ) manipulation.
Nina is also a certified Birth Doula, which has allowed her to support a variety of women during their births. Outside of work, Nina enjoys hiking, yoga, and reading with good cup of tea!
Tessa Saraeva
Osteopath
Tessa is passionate about holistic wellbeing and helping others improve their quality of life – whether recovering from an injury, wanting to move better, be stronger or simply feel more energised. Tessa works with mums and infants, children and teens, and the everyday working adult. She is dedicated to continued learning and expanding on her practice. Tessa completed her Master of Osteopathy in 2015, and went on to train as a Clinical Pilates Instructor and Nutrition Coach. She has also completed postgraduate education in paediatric and obstetric osteopathy. These are skills that Tessa uses alongside Osteopathic treatment to provide a holistic and individualised approach for her clients.
Tessa is particularly interested in early child development, neurodivergence and hypermobility and is a participating member of The Ehlers Danlos Society.
Justin Miller
Osteopath & Acupuncturist
Justin is an experienced osteopath with a passion for hands-on therapeutic techniques. He has 25 years of experience in bodywork, combining different styles of acupressure massage with joint manipulation (Chinese Tui Na), Japanese Shiatsu, Traditional Thai Massage, myofascial release and sports massage. He has qualifications in Anthropology, Acupuncture, Acupressure Massage, Herbal Medicine, and a Masters in Osteopathy. His Masters research thesis explored the use of acupuncture by New Zealand Osteopaths.
Justin is from the States, but has lived in New Zealand for several years now. When he’s not at the clinic, he enjoys practicing martial arts, yoga, and archery, and spending time with his family.
Haidee Olliver
Receptionist
Haidee is our friendly and helpful receptionist who will greet you with a smile when you visit our Whangarei clinic. She is also a qualified naturopath, medical herbalist, aromatherapist, massage therapist and grief facilitator. Haidee is passionate about helping people and she has huge experience working with plant-based medicine, spiritual healing, and helping families who have experienced loss. More about Haidee
Karen Howlett
Receptionist
Kaz is our awesome Friday receptionist, bringing energy to the end of the week! With a background in massage therapy and experience in client services in the health and disability sector, Kaz brings both expertise and a warm, welcoming presence to our team. Always up for a good chat, she is here to ensure your visit runs smoothly and to make you feel right at home.
Adrian Turner
Osteopath
Adrian (Turner Osteopathy) has shifted to a new location. You can now find him at 12 Wrack Street. Please follow the following link to his website: Turner Osteopathy.