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ARC, Active Rehabilitation & Chiropractic, while being a new name, was started over 40 years ago, as Nambour Chiropractic Centre by Peter Vanderwerff.

Our vision for Rehabilitation came about after Richard sustained a fall which saw him in a halo due to fractured neck and 18 other bones.

Frustrated by the slower pace of other modalities he turned to Pilates/Yoga and his training in the nervous system to help get him back on his feet and working again.

We believe that every person is unique. That is why we endeavour to bring about a wholistic approach to your musculoskeletal concerns. By integrating, Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Massage, Physical Rehabilitation, Pilates, Yoga and supplementation to help you at where you are at.

We believe we have to be actively engaged in our health matters and we are here to help you with these matters. To show you what we know can work and has worked for ourselves and for others.

We also believe that when we invest in our health today we are investing in our future. Movement is the key. Perfect practice makes perfect.

Our Clinicians and therapists are highly motivated by movement with each of them including our reception all actively engaged in movement, from Pilates, Karate, Swimming, Walking, Yoga, Gym and Chiropractic care. We are more than happy to help you along your way to better living.

OUR THERAPISTS

Richard Arkins
Richard ArkinsChiropractor/Acupuncturist/Functional Movement
Richard has been working in the health industry for over 15 years. He combines his knowledge of traditional chinese medicine (TCM) with the art of Chiropractic to help bring a holistic approach to his treatment.

(Currently in the UK. Return TBA)

Fabian Mendoza
Fabian MendozaChiropractor
Fabian’s experience base is within sports chiropractic and biomechanics, with a focus on correcting movement patterns and the restoration of proper function…
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Hayley Elmsly
Hayley Elmsly Chiropractor
Hayley is from New Zealand and like most other kiwis, she and her partner made the move across the ditch for the warmer weather early September 2023…
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Jeremy Atkinson
Jeremy AtkinsonChiropractor

From a young age, Jeremy has relied on chiropractic care as a cornerstone of his personal health and well-being. He was treated by the same chiropractor who…
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Natalie Bowie
Natalie BowiePilates/body movement/Functional training/Personal Trainer
Nat joined ARC last year and has been teaching our functional movement classes. With 22 years of classical ballet, 15 years Jazz ballet training and dancing for Royal New…
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Clarissa (Lou Lou) Arkins
Clarissa (Lou Lou) ArkinsPractice manager/Pilates
Clarissa has been working at ARC for over 9 years now. She was brought up with chiropractic care from a young age. She knows the ins and outs of chiropractic care…
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Kate Hudson
Kate Hudson Pilates instructor
Kate is a local girl growing up right here on the Sunshine Coast. Kate is a Reformer Pilates instructor who loves to practice movement for wellness…
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Renata Kuper
Renata KuperRemedial Masseuse
Renata Renata has been a masseuse for over 10 years, working with people from all different cultures and backgrounds. She enjoys increasing her knowledge in the…
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Rhada Atkinson
Rhada AtkinsonReceptionist
Rhada grew up under chiropractic care and often brings her two little girls in for their treatment. Rhada takes over the reins from her Mother Lyn. Rhada lived in the UK…
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Brooke Kither
Brooke KitherReceptionist
Brooke has been under ARC care since she was just a few weeks old. She was first adjusted by Peter and continues to get regular adjustments from the team at ARC…
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