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Chiropractic First At Chiropractic First, we help whānau thrive with nervous system focused chiropractic care that boosts posture, energy, and overall wellbeing. Proudly supporting our Mt Eden community

"Chiropractic First is a family-focused chiropractic clinic in Mount Eden, Auckland, led by Dr Ihaia Swann and Dr Tamzin Motion.
We provide holistic, evidence-based care for every stage of life, from gentle paediatric adjustments and pregnancy support to sports performance and injury recovery.

Dr Ihaia draws on a strong background in Māori health and wellness; Dr Tamzin brings a focus on holistic health.

Using techniques including Diversified, Gonstead, Activator and Webster, we take time to understand your goals and build a personalised care plan. We also run regular community health workshops and spinal checks. Book your first appointment with Auckland's trusted family chiropractors"

22/10/2026

Coming in only when it hurts treats the flare-up, not the cause — and heading into spring, that's exactly when the cause tends to catch up with you.

A care plan exists because correcting something that's built up over time takes more than a single adjustment — it takes a series, tapering off as your body holds the correction for longer.

It's not about locking you in. It's about being genuinely ready for the season ahead, not just patched up after it's gone wrong.

19/10/2026

This is when you know you should see a chiropractor and it might not be what you think.

Most of these signs don't look like "back pain, neck pain or headaches” at all. That's because they're often your nervous system in a dysregulated state dealing with consistent stress rather than being calm and steady. And regulating your nervous system is exactly what chiropractic care is about.

Some signs to look out for: frequent headaches, disrupted sleep, low energy every day, tingling or numbness in your arms or legs, restricted movement, stress that seems to "live" in your shoulders and jaw, or just feeling off, even without any actual pain.

If any of that sounds familiar it might be time to get assessed by a chiropractor.

It's not always obvious, and that's exactly why we recommend not waiting until it is.

15/10/2026

The questions we get asked the most in practice.

Do you have a question we didn't cover?

Drop it below and we'll answer it next time. 👇

12/10/2026

3 things I'll never do as a chiropractor 🚫

1. Ignore what my body is telling me
2. Go more than a day without moving
3. Reach for a "quick fix" when a problem shows up, usually the answer is doing more of something, or less of something, not masking it

These are the same standards I hold for my own body that I hold for yours.

Small healthy habits, every time.

09/10/2026

Most people never think about how their body is positioned while they sleep. If you wake up with a stiff neck, a nagging ache in your lower back, or a hand that feels numb before you’re even out of bed, the position you sleep in might be working against your spine every night without you realising...

08/10/2026

Here are some green flags to know you're in the right place (chiropractic edition)

1. A thorough assessment before any adjustment takes place

2. Progress checked objectively, regularly, throughout your care

3. A care plan built around your goals and current complaints — not a one-size-fits-all

4. At-home and lifestyle advice, not just what happens in the practice.

5. Lastly and most importantly, a team that genuinely cares and listens to you.

If your chiropractor ticks all five, you're in good hands. If not, it's worth asking why.

05/10/2026

Daily habits, ranked 1-10 for your spine. Some are good, some not so good but none will replace nervous system focused chiropractic care. This is because it's the one that finds and corrects what the other six can't reach on their own. Where do your habits sit?

01/10/2026

Getting adjusted is the best thing you can do for your health, even Leo knows this!

30/09/2026

Natural health news published monthly by Chiropractic First | October 2026 Issue

29/09/2026

Propping a child on one hip while you cook dinner, answer the door, or just walk across a room, is one of the most natural movements a parent or caregiver makes. But that same natural habit, repeated day after day, can eventually reshape how your spine and hips carry your own weight.

Address

693 Mt Eden Road
Auckland
1024

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 12pm
3pm - 7pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 12pm
3pm - 7pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 11am
Thursday 8:30am - 12pm
3pm - 7pm
Friday 8:30am - 1pm

Telephone

+6498454640

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