Feel well, live well
Forward Chiropractors Napier, Hawke's Bay
Our Mission is to provide the Hawkes Bay community with excellent chiropractic care focused towards achieving greater health and an optimal quality of life, while maintaining a professional and friendly environment. We aim to help you feel well, be well, and live well. We are a family focused practice, seeing family members of all ages, including newborns. We also provide chiropractic care to sports teams and to the corporate sector.
Meet the team
Dr Richard Pinto
I am originally from the sunny Hawkes Bay where I spent the first 20 years of my life consumed with education and sports. Initially, completing a Bachelor’s degree in Anatomy & Physiology at the University of Otago, I then went on to complete my Bachelor of Chiropractic degree at the world renowned NZ College of Chiropractic in Auckland. My goal has always been to work with people and ways of improving their health and quality of life naturally.
After Practicing in Auckland and Tauranga for 3 years, Sundhya and I married and we moved back to Napier in 2011. Together we have three beautiful children, Jiah, Shay, and Aadi. We have all been under chiropractic care for a very long time now and fully understand the importance of regular care for the family dynamics and overall quality of life.
Dr Sundhya Pinto
I was born and raised in Auckland, did a bit of travelling which slowly lead me to becoming a Chiropractor. I completed my Bachelor of Chiropractic degree at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic. Soon after, Richard and I got married, and moved down to the beautiful Hawkes Bay. We now have three amazing children, Jiah, Shay, and Aadi.I am very passionate about caring for pregnant women, new-born babies, and children. Having a healthy pregnancy allows for an even healthier birthing process, and helps provide your child with the best possible start in life.
After having my children, I really understand the importance of getting adjusted, helping their bodies’ function, grow and develop to their full potential. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
How we can help
Lower Back Pain
Neck Pain
Headaches and Migraines
Sciatica
Joint Pain
Shoulder Pain
Fibromyalgia
Sports Performance
Knee Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Poor Posture
Whiplash
MORE
TMJ Conditions (Jaw)
Mobility
Flexibility
Injury Rehabilitation & Prevention
Overall Wellness
Stress Relief
Chronic Pain
Quality of Life
Pre & Post Pregnancy Care
Growing Pains
Newborns
Children
Chiropractic care is a holistic approach to health that focuses on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal disorders. This treatment often involves spinal adjustments and manual therapies aimed at restoring proper function, relieving pain, and enhancing overall health.
Chiropractic care is generally considered safe for many people when performed by a qualified and licensed chiropractor.
Chiropractors commonly treat conditions such as lower back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica, joint pain, sports injuries, and certain chronic conditions like fibromyalgia, and much more.
A chiropractic adjustment typically involves a chiropractor applying controlled force to a specific joint or area of the spine to improve alignment, mobility, and function. This process may produce a popping or cracking sound, which is normal and often results from the release of gas in the joint.