BHSc (Pod)
PLEASE DO NOT BOOK ONLINE FOR GENERAL NAIL / FOOTCARE. Please call us on 03 383 6290 if you require routine foot, skin, nailcare or diabetes services. Limited appointments are available for these services with Kirwan and are only available on specific days and times. Any online bookings for general care will be contacted and scheduled in line with the availability for these appointments.
Kirwan has over 15 years’ experience working with overuse and sporting injuries as well as post-operative management. With a passion for biomechanics and a depth of knowledge in footwear and orthoses prescription he can provide tailored advice, rehabilitation and diagnostic insight into the best management strategies for your concerns. This can be provided for all ages and stages of life. In his free time, Kirwan is often backcountry fly-fishing. When in Christchurch he spends his time out and about on adventures with his young family.
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Growing up in a small town on the Kapiti Coast, Ryan moved down south to carry out his studies at Otago University, gaining a bachelor of physiotherapy.
Ryan appreciates the value of a close-knit community, and the importance of fostering good connections, listening to clients’ stories, and collaboration – properties that make him a great fit for Active Health Rangiora.
Ryan’s passion for physiotherapy was sparked through his involvement with multiple sports, with a special focus on rugby and volleyball. This gave Ryan an appreciation towards the biomechanics of body movement, rehabilitation, and the role of physiotherapy in helping clients achieve their goals.
Ryan has a keen interest in upper limb physiotherapy, with a particular emphasis on shoulder rehabilitation. His ability to work with people of all abilities and life stages allows him to tailor his approach to each individual's unique needs.
When he’s not immersed in physiotherapy, Ryan loves making the most of his free time -whether it’s spending time with family and friends, going to the gym, or relaxing at the beach. View details »
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PLEASE DO NOT BOOK ONLINE FOR GENERAL NAIL / FOOTCARE.
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PLEASE CALL US ON 03 383 6290 FOR routine foot, SKIN / NAILCARE or DIABETES services.
Limited appointments are available for these services with Sophie and are only available on specific days and times. Any online bookings for general care will be contacted and rescheduled in line with the availability for these appointments.
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Sophie (BHSc Pod) graduated from AUT in 2016 with a Bachelor of Health Science in Podiatry. Since then, she has gone on to work in aged care before moving back down to Christchurch to join the Active Health team in 2018 until 2022. Sophie then relocated to Wellington temporarily, where she worked as a sports and general podiatrist in Lower Hutt and the Kapiti Coast.
Now she has returned to her hometown of Rangiora and has rejoined us here at Active Health.
Sophie has completed a post graduate diploma in Sport and Exercise Medicine through Otago University in 2022 and has side line experience as a sports medic. Her passion is helping people understand their bodies and return to their activities without pain. She works within all areas of podiatry from general and diabetic care to nail surgeries and sports injuries both ACC and Private.
When she not at work Sophie is often walking her dog Spud, at the gym or with her family and nieces and nephews
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