M and N Complete Rehab 1
5/212 Victoria Avenue, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand
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Mr Merlin Naidoo
Physio
Merlin is the co-owner and director of M and N Physio, as well as a proud husband to Nishantha and a busy dad to two wonderful children. With nearly two decades of experience, Merlin brings a deep level of expertise and care to his practice. He successfully ran a private physiotherapy clinic in South Africa for 13 years before bringing his skills to Aotearoa. Merlin holds extensive training in dry needling, vestibular and vision rehabilitation, cervical spine and concussion management, and GLAD (Good Life with osteoArthritis: Denmark) training for osteoarthritis care. He currently works in a dual role at Health NZ Whanganui as an Advanced Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapist, collaborating closely with the local orthopaedic surgical team. Merlin blends the best of both worlds in his treatment approach—combining effective “old school” hands-on techniques such as massage, joint and soft tissue mobilization, and manipulations with modern “new school” strategies like exercise-based rehabilitation, condition education, and self-management techniques. His approach is tailored, practical, and results-driven. View details »
Mrs Janani Kumar
Physiotherapist
Janani Kumar is a compassionate and highly experienced physiotherapist from India, with over six years of clinical expertise. Her passion lies in helping individuals regain comfort, confidence, and control—whether they're navigating chronic pain, recovering from childbirth or surgery, or simply aiming to improve their quality of life. Janani has a particular interest in pelvic health physiotherapy and works with clients experiencing a range of deeply personal and often complex concerns. These include urinary and fecal incontinence, pelvic pain, urgency and frequency issues, constipation, and difficulties with bladder emptying. She also supports people experiencing pain related to endometriosis, interstitial cystitis, and vaginismus, as well as those recovering from pelvic organ prolapse surgery or hysterectomy. Postpartum recovery and pelvic floor weakness are also areas where Janani offers gentle, informed care. She brings a thoughtful, hands-on approach to her work, drawing on advanced skills in manual therapy and Kinesio Taping (K-taping) to relieve pain, improve mobility, and support the body’s natural healing. Known for her warm, attentive manner and commitment to personalized care, Janani blends clinical expertise with genuine empathy. Whether you’re dealing with a recent issue or a long-standing condition, Janani is here to guide you with tailored treatment strategies that prioritize your health, dignity, and overall well-being. View details »
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