With 16+ years' experience in her field, Deane is a highly skilled Hand and Scar Therapist. Deane’s extensive experience includes working in orthopaedics, child development and out-patient rehabilitation. Prior to joining Align Health, Deane worked in the Hand Therapy, Burns & Scar Management Team at Waikato Hospital. Deane works closely with local plastic and orthopaedic surgeons to treat clients with a range of upper limb conditions including acute trauma (e.g. fractures, dislocations), nerve conditions (e.g. carpal tunnel) , post-operative care and overuse and pain conditions (e.g. tennis and golfers’ elbow, De Quervains). View details »
Kate is a highly accomplished Hand Therapist with 17+ years’ experience helping clients recover from a range of conditions including post-surgical rehabilitation of the hand, nerve compressions, acute trauma and overuse and pain conditions.
Originally from the United Kingdom, Kate holds a Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) with Honours from Coventry University and a Masters in Health Practice (Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy) with Distinction from AUT. Kate is also qualified in Western Acupuncture and incorporates this into her treatment plans.
Kate enjoys helping a wide variety of clients, from professional athletes within High Performance Sport New Zealand to children's hand injuries. View details »
Lydia is a highly experienced Pelvic & Women’s Health Physiotherapist, with over 18 years’ of experience working in a variety of clinical settings in the UK, Australia and New Zealand. Her areas of expertise include Musculoskeletal and Women's Pelvic Health, and she is also a qualified Pilates instructor. Lydia takes a holistic approach to treatment, focusing on the symptoms, the cause, and the body as a whole to provide exceptional care to her clients. View details »