Health Performance Chiropractic

Name: Health Performance Chiropractic
Address: 5/699e Wairere Dr, Hamilton, 3210, NZ
Telephone: +6478557687

5/699e Wairere Dr, 3210, Hamilton

Family-focused Hamilton chiropractor providing personalised care for all ages—chiropractic, gut, hormonal, sports and paediatric support. Book today.

Led by Hamilton chiropractor Dr. Michael Hooker, our team takes time to listen, test and explain what we find so you always know why we're recommending care.

When one pillar is out of balance, it affects the others. A child struggling to focus at school may have a retained reflex (biomechanical), food sensitivities (biochemical) or anxiety (emotional)—or all three. An adult with chronic fatigue might be dealing with poor gut function, spinal misalignment and prolonged stress.

Who is it for? Anyone seeking a whole-person approach to their health, particularly those whose concerns haven't been fully explained by symptoms alone.

Benefits  Individualised assessment beyond symptoms  Non-invasive nervous system evaluation  Guides personalised care decisions  Considers physical, emotional, and biochemical factors

Who is it for? People of all ages who are seeking support for back and neck discomfort, headaches, postural tension, joint issues, recurring strains, or general movement limitations.

Benefits Improved spinal mobility and movement Personalised care plans that evolve over time Whole-person perspective on posture and lifestyle Collaborative care with other health providers

Who is it for? Babies and children experiencing colic, reflux, feeding difficulties, developmental delays, clumsiness, focus or ADHD-type behaviours, sensory sensitivities, or frequent emotional outbursts.

Benefits Support for developmental milestones Help with focus, behaviour, and learning Gentle, non-invasive techniques for all ages Whole-child approach including gut and emotional health

Who is it for? Expecting mothers at any stage of pregnancy experiencing back or pelvic discomfort, muscle tension, postural changes, or seeking proactive support for comfort and mobility throughout pregnancy.

Benefits Gentle care adapted to each stage of pregnancy Support for spinal and pelvic mobility Whole-body perspective including stress and digestion Can improve comfort throughout pregnancy

Who is it for? Active adults managing muscle strains, sprains, joint discomfort, back or neck issues, or movement patterns affecting training and recovery, as well as non-athletes wanting to move with more ease.

Benefits Whole-body approach to injury and movement Personalised plans based on activity demands Practical recommendations for recovery and resilience

What is it? Senior care uses low-force chiropractic techniques adapted to each person's health history and physical capacity. Applied Kinesiology may be used to assess muscle function, neuromuscular balance, and movement patterns, helping guide a truly personalised plan. The whole-person approach also considers nervous system function, digestion, and lifestyle habits as connected factors in how the body moves and feels.

Who is it for? Older adults experiencing stiffness, reduced joint flexibility, balance changes, postural shifts, or everyday aches that are limiting their ability to stay active and independent.

Benefits Low-force techniques suited to older bodies Support for balance, stability, and posture Personalised plans reviewed and adjusted over time Focus on maintaining independence and daily activity

Dr Hooker's approach is grounded in the principle that when the body is given the right physical, emotional and biochemical environment, it is well placed to adapt to the demands placed upon it. His role is to identify and address functional interference that may be limiting that adaptive capacity.

Dr Julia Thomson is a Hamilton-based chiropractor who brings a strong academic foundation and a genuine commitment to the Waikato community. Originally from Auckland, she has practised in Christchurch and Wellington and now calls the mighty Waikato home. She graduated from the New Zealand College of Chiropractic with the Research Excellence Award and has since earned certification in Applied Kinesiology®.

Dr Thomson takes a thorough and attentive approach to patient care, drawing on both chiropractic and Applied Kinesiology to assess each person as an individual and work with their body's own signals.

Dr Coleman also holds a Diplomate in Chiropractic Paediatrics and incorporates Retained Neonatal Reflexes assessments into her practice. She takes a whole-person approach, considering each person's individual presentation rather than symptoms alone.

Dr Turner is interested in building an honest and collaborative relationship with each person she sees, taking the time to understand the structural, chemical and emotional factors at play before determining a course of care.

Many parents are told colic, reflux, vomiting or a baby who "just won't settle" is normal, but you know when something isn't right. We see many babies with gut-type issues and use gentle cranial work, upper neck care and visceral techniques, which aim to calm the autonomic nervous system and support better digestion and comfort. For older children, we often assess retained reflexes using a program developed from Applied Kinesiology called Retained Neonatal Reflexes; this looks at primitive reflexes that may affect learning, behaviour, movement and emotional control.

By helping the brainstem and "new brain" work together more effectively, many children find it easier to sit still, listen, read and cope with everyday stresses.

Care plans are tailored to your individual needs and health history. Because many conditions develop gradually, the recommended frequency and length of care will vary depending on your specific situation and how long the condition has been present. Some patients choose to continue with regular chiropractic visits after their initial concerns have been addressed, as part of an ongoing approach to their general health and function. Any ongoing visits are discussed with you and based on your goals, preferences and clinical presentation.

Yes. For Southern Cross members, we can check your level of cover directly through the provider portal using your policy number and invoice Southern Cross on your behalf. Please let our front desk team know when you book or arrive so they can arrange this for you.

Digestive concerns can involve many factors. Our chiropractors take a whole-person view and may discuss lifestyle, nervous system function and musculoskeletal factors that could be relevant to your presentation. We will refer you to another health professional where appropriate.

Yes. Our chiropractors see patients during pregnancy and provide gentle care options tailored to each stage. We also see babies and young children, using age-appropriate assessment and care.

This is one area our applied kinesiology-trained doctors are well placed to help. The combined neurological and biochemical approach can bring about big changes