Golf Chiropractor Auckland

Auckland Wellness Centre provides TPI-certified golf chiropractic at our North Shore Auckland clinic in Rosedale. Dr. Jun holds TPI Level 1, Medical Level 2, Fitness Level 2, and Power Level 2 certifications — New Zealand’s most comprehensive TPI stack in a single chiropractor. Golf injuries covered by ACC at $40 per visit. No GP referral required.

TPI L1 · Medical L2 · Fitness L2 · Power L2 ACC Golf Injuries — $40 No GP Referral Needed

Golf Chiropractor in North Shore Auckland —
TPI Certified Performance Care

Biomechanical screening, golf injury treatment, and performance-focused chiropractic from New Zealand’s most comprehensively TPI-certified chiropractor. Dr. Jun holds TPI Level 1, Medical Level 2, Fitness Level 2, and Power Level 2. ACC covered at our Rosedale clinic.

TPI Certified (4 Pathways) ACC Golf Injuries $40 Open 7 Days ART & SFMA Certified

Last medically reviewed: March 2026 by Dr. Jun, Disc & Sports Chiropractor, Auckland Wellness Centre

A Different Standard of Golf Chiropractic

TPI-certified across four pathways. The most comprehensive golf-specific qualification held by any chiropractor in New Zealand.

NZ’s Most Comprehensively TPI-Certified

Dr. Jun holds TPI Level 1, Medical Level 2, Fitness Level 2, and Power Level 2 — the full clinical stack. This means he connects your physical limitations directly to swing faults, treats the injury, and designs corrective exercise — all in one integrated plan.

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ACC Registered — No Referral Needed

Golf injuries occurring on the course or during practice qualify for ACC coverage. AWC registers your claim directly at your first visit. Co-payment is just $40 per session. No GP visit, no wait — bring your NHI number and we’ll handle the rest.

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Body to Swing, Tissue to Movement

TPI’s foundational principle: every swing fault has a physical cause. Dr. Jun’s 16-point physical screen maps your body’s restrictions directly to your swing characteristics — then treats both the physical problem and its performance consequence.

ART, SFMA & FMS — Complete Skill Set

Beyond TPI, Dr. Jun holds Active Release Technique (ART) certification for precise soft tissue work, SFMA for movement pattern assessment, and FMS for functional screening. For complex golf presentations, this breadth is clinically decisive.

Dr. Jun — TPI Certification Stack

Additional qualifications: SFMA · FMS · ART Certified · CrossFit Trainer · NZCC Registered

L1
TPI Golf
Foundation golf biomechanics & swing–body connection
M2
TPI Medical
Clinical-grade injury assessment & treatment protocol
F2
TPI Fitness
Golf-specific corrective exercise design & programming
P2
TPI Power
Swing speed, force development & power optimisation

Common Golf Injuries We Treat

Golf places repetitive rotational stress on the spine, hips, and upper limbs. These are the most common injuries we treat in golfers across all handicap levels.

Lower Back Pain

The most prevalent golf complaint. Often caused by lumbar compression, restricted hip mobility, or reverse spine angle at address. TPI screening identifies the exact driver so treatment is targeted, not generic.

Hip Tightness and Restriction

Limited hip internal or external rotation forces compensatory movement through the lumbar spine. Releasing hip capsule restrictions improves rotation and reduces spinal load during the swing.

Shoulder and Thoracic Restriction

Stiffness in the thoracic spine and glenohumeral joint restricts backswing and follow-through. Adjustment and mobility work restores range of motion for a fuller, less effortful swing arc.

Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)

Repeated gripping and club impact loads the forearm flexors. Active Release Technique combined with loading rehabilitation resolves golfer’s elbow without requiring extended rest from play.

Wrist and Hand Strain

Impact-related wrist injuries and tendinopathy of the wrist extensors and flexors. Dr. Jun uses ART protocols specific to the wrist and forearm for golf-pattern strain.

Neck Stiffness

Cervical restriction limits the ability to maintain a steady head position at address and through impact. Chiropractic adjustment to the cervical and upper thoracic spine improves rotational freedom.

How TPI Assessment and Treatment Works at AWC

A six-step clinical process connecting your physical findings to your swing — then treating both.

Golf and Injury History

Dr. Jun begins by understanding your current injury, handicap, years playing, typical swing faults you are aware of, and any training you undertake off-course. This context shapes the entire assessment direction.

TPI Physical Screen

The 16-point TPI movement screen evaluates pelvic rotation, hip mobility, thoracic rotation, shoulder mobility, wrist and ankle flexibility, and core stability. Each test is standardised and scored against known norms.

Identify Physical Limitations

Failed screen tests are mapped to known swing characteristics. For example, a failed seated trunk rotation test correlates with “over-the-top” or “loss of posture.” This provides a direct clinical rationale for each treatment decision.

Chiropractic and ART Treatment

Spinal or peripheral joint restrictions are addressed with precise adjustment. Soft tissue restrictions — tight hip flexors, thoracic erectors, forearm flexors — are released using Active Release Technique. Both tools work together for complete physical correction.

Golf-Specific Corrective Exercises

A targeted exercise prescription reinforces mobility and stability improvements made in-clinic. Exercises are selected based on your specific screen results and designed to be practical at home or at the range.

Progress Review and Return to Golf

Follow-up screen results are compared against baseline. Measurable improvement in range of motion, strength, and golf performance markers confirms the effectiveness of the plan. A maintenance schedule is established for the season.

Golf Chiropractic Fees

ACC-covered patients pay a flat $40 co-payment. Private patients receive expert TPI-certified care at clear, fixed rates.

ACC Co-Payment $40 Per visit — no GP referral needed
Private Initial $105 Includes full TPI screen
Private Follow-up $70 Subsequent sessions

Golf Care at AWC

New Zealand’s most comprehensively TPI-certified chiropractor — combining four TPI pathways with ART, SFMA, and FMS.

What Our Patients Say

★★★★★

“I can only speak highly of Jun and Dr Robin, I literally struggled to walk. I was diagnosed with having very aggressive Rheumatoid arthritis and after having an MRI this showed that I also have 4 bulging discs in my lower spine. With hand on heart with 1 session of acupuncture every week on the 3rd–4th week I felt good, my body finally felt like everything was in its right place and more importantly I was pain free.”

Vicki — Google Review

★★★★★

“Dr. Jun is outstanding. He identified exactly why my lower back was giving out on the downswing — limited hip rotation on my trail side. After three sessions of treatment and his exercise prescription I was back to full practice within the week. Best sports chiro I’ve seen in Auckland.”

James — Google Review

★★★★★

“Had golfer’s elbow for over a year before coming to AWC. Dr. Jun used ART and within four visits the pain had gone. He also spotted a thoracic stiffness issue contributing to my swing compensation — something no other practitioner had identified. Highly recommend.”

Sarah — Google Review

Golf Injuries Covered by ACC

Golf injuries that occur as a result of an accident, strain, or specific incident during play are covered by ACC. AWC registers your claim directly on your first visit — no GP referral required. The co-payment is just $40 per session. This applies to all NZ residents, workers, and eligible visa holders.

$40 ACC co-payment per visit
$105 Private initial (incl. TPI screen)
$70 Private follow-up visits

Golf Chiropractic — Frequently Asked Questions

TPI certification means Dr. Jun has been trained in the specific relationship between physical limitations and golf swing faults. Rather than treating your back pain as a generic complaint, he connects your physical restrictions to the swing mechanics causing them — and treats both. Medical Level 2 is a clinical-grade certification requiring both written and practical examination, held by relatively few practitioners globally.
For golfers whose swing limitations are physically driven — restricted hip rotation, stiff thoracic spine, tight shoulder capsule — improving mobility through chiropractic and manual therapy can directly translate into a longer, more consistent swing arc. Many patients report measurable distance improvements and reduced effort after resolving their physical restrictions. The effect is most significant when the physical limitation is the primary limiting factor in swing performance.
In most cases, no. Unless you have an acute structural injury — such as a disc prolapse or acute muscle tear — most golf chiropractic care is designed to be delivered alongside continued play, with load modification where needed. Dr. Jun will advise on a management plan specific to your condition and handicap so you can continue playing during recovery.
Yes. Golf injuries that occur as a result of an accident, strain, or specific incident during play are covered by ACC. You do not need a GP referral — AWC can register your claim directly on your first visit. The co-payment is $40 per session. Overuse conditions without a specific injury event may be assessed differently; contact us if you are unsure about your situation.
A TPI-certified golf chiropractor adds the specific connection between physical findings and swing mechanics — a framework that general physiotherapy does not typically use. Dr. Jun’s ART certification also allows direct intervention on soft tissue restrictions that require specific protocols rather than general massage. For a golfer, this specificity — body to swing, tissue to movement — is the key clinical difference.
For acute golf injuries, improvement is often noticeable within 3–5 sessions. Performance-focused cases involving mobility restriction and swing correction typically benefit from a 6–10 session course, followed by a maintenance schedule through the season. Dr. Jun will give you a realistic plan at your first assessment — we do not lock you into pre-paid packages.

Golf Chiropractor Near You

Located at E2/27 William Pickering Drive, Rosedale — central to all North Shore suburbs and close to major golf courses including Wairau Valley, Waitemata, and Northcote. Most patients reach us within 10–15 minutes.

Rosedale Albany North Shore Unsworth Heights Oteha Greenhithe Glenfield Windsor Park Pinehill Takapuna Milford Browns Bay Birkenhead Northcote Devonport

Book Your Golf Chiropractic Assessment Today

Same-day and next-day appointments available. ACC patients pay $40 — no referral, no paperwork. TPI screen included in initial consultation.

E2 / 27 William Pickering Drive, Rosedale, Auckland 0632 Open 7 Days a Week Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM