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Habit East Tamaki »
50 Harris Rd East Tamaki, Auckland 2013
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Mr Aditya Thakur
Staff Physio
Aditya is a New Zealand trained Physiotherapist from Auckland University of Technology. He recently joined Habit Group and practices with a patient-centred approach. He has broad range of experience previously working with the U17 Vodafone warriors, Counterpunch for Parkinsons, COPD groups as well as Musculoskeletal patients. His main interest lies in treating knees and back pain. In his spare time he enjoys to do swimming and functional training. If you are unable to find a suitable time with Aditya, please call the clinic on 0800 557 559 as there may be another clinician available at your desired time. » View details
Ms Tara Kemp
Physiotherapist
Tara has over 7 years experience working as a physiotherapist in Melbourne prior to her move to Wellington. She has gained valuable experience in both inpatient and private settings with a strong focus in orthopaedic and neurological rehabilitation, sports injury prevention and rehabilitation, pre and post-surgical clients, while also developing a special interest in womens health. With an individualised and goal-focused approach she will help get you moving, keep you moving or have you moving better than ever. » View detailsHabit Evans Bay »
50 Tacy St, Kilbirnie 6022
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Ms Jacqui Farr
Senior Physio
Jacqui has 30 years experience working as a Physiotherapist in New Zealand, Canada and the United Kingdom. She enjoys working with all age groups in a variety of settings and has extensive experience with sports teams and individual sports people, ranging from the recreational to the elite athlete. » View details
Mr Philip Guthrie
Lead Physio
Philip has over six years experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, including three working in a private clinic in the United Kingdom. He has experience working with acute and chronic conditions, vocational rehabilitation and sports injuries. If you are unable to find a suitable time with Philip, please call the clinic on 04 387 2888 as there may be another physiotherapist available at your desired time. » View detailsHabit Hawkes Bay »
727 Heretaunga Street West, Hawkes Bay
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Miss Meg Watson
Senior Physio
Meg graduated from Otago University with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. She is now increasing her focus on vocational rehabilitation and injury prevention, emphasising the importance of patient education to prevent recurrent injuries. Much of her treatment involves exercise prescription and education in the gym setting. As well as this she has an interest in acute injury diagnosis and treatment, and pain management. » View detailsHabit Henderson »
52 Lincoln Rd Henderson, Auckland 0610
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Ms Clare Shaw
Senior Physio
Claire worked within both public and private healthcare settings in the UK prior to moving to New Zealand. Areas include MSK, rheumatology, neurology, cardio-respiratory and community rehab physiotherapy. Specialty areas include exercise-based rehabilitation, Acupuncture and Pilates. If you are unable to find a suitable appointment time with Clare, please call the clinic on 09 836 1777 and we can arrange something for you. » View details
Mr Roland Klaasen
Lead Physio
Roland graduated from the University of Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa. He has over 6 years of experience as a physiotherapist covering various conditions ranging from neurological to musculoskeletal rehabilitation. He gained 3 years of clinical experience at the third largest hospital in the world. He has essential physiotherapy skills in both public service and private practice. He aims to improve the quality of life of his clients by building a good working relationship with them as well as approaching their rehabilitation holistically. If you are unable to find a suitable time with Roland, please call 09 836 1777. » View detailsHabit Kapiti »
17A Ihakara Street, Paraparaumu 5032
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Ms Cindy Lagarde
Lead Physio
Cindy has over 10 years experience working as a musculoskeletal physiotherapist in the UK and South Africa. She enjoys treating acute and chronic sports injuries, especially knees and shoulders. Specialty areas include sports specific exercise rehabilitation, workplace ergonomics, sports and functional taping, dry needling and manual therapy. If you are unable to find a suitable time with Cindy, please call the clinic on 04 298 6491 as there may be another physiotherapist available at your desired time. » View detailsHabit Majestic »
100 Willis St Level P2 Majestic Centre , Wellington CBD 6011
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Mr Jimmy Tie
Staff Physio
Jimmy has experience in many different physiotherapy areas including orthopaedic and neurological ward rehabilitation, public hospital outpatients, as well as a stint in a private practice. He has worked as a medic for Otago University Football Club in the past, and he focuses on his sessions having a balance; performing the hands-on treatment that may be required whilst still strongly focussing on patient education and understanding to promote better recovery. » View details
Ms Jolene McLaughlin
Senior Physio
Jolene is an Irish physiotherapist with an Honours Degree from University College Dublin. She has a strong interest in sports, and has worked with Gaelic football and soccer teams in Ireland and New Zealand. Jolene is passionate about musculoskeletal rehabilitation and incorporates her active lifestyle and sporting experience into a dynamic approach to treatment. If you are unable to find a suitable time with Jolene, please call the clinic on 04 499 9940 as there may be another physiotherapist available at your desired time. » View details
Mr Manson Williamson
Massage Therapist
Manson has experience with a wide variety of clients, having joined us from a busy community clinic in Tauranga. Previously working with mainly; retirees, semi-professional athletes, and chronic musculoskeletal disorder management, his interest in massage therapy and other complimentary therapies means he is always striving to provide the best level of care he can provide. Areas of Specialty include Deep Tissue Massage,Therapeutic Massage, Sports Specific Massage, Pain and Posture Management, Relaxation Massage If you are unable to find a suitable time with Manson, please contact the clinic on 04 499 9940 and we may have another provider available. » View details
Ms Zoe Groves
Staff Physio
Zoe has recently graduated from AUT University. She has gained experience in musculoskeletal outpatients, paediatrics and neurological outpatients. Zoe also has experience in acute orthopaedics and stroke. If you are unable to find a suitable time with Zoe, please call the clinic on 04 528 0749 as there may be another provider available at your desired time. » View detailsHabit Manawatu »
117 Ruahine Street, Roslyn
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Habit North Wharf »
Level 1, ASB Building, 12 Jellicoe St Wynyard Quarter, Auckland 1010
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Mr Nick Van Driel
Staff Physio
Nick has experience in working with Musculoskeletal conditions, as well as Neurological and Orthopaedic conditions, in both private practice and public health. Nick also has experience as a Personal Trainer, having worked here at Habit previously before becoming a Physiotherapist. Nick has worked with football teams in the past and has a keen interest in sporting injuries particularly in the lower limb. If you are unable to find a suitable time with Nick, please call the clinic on 09 357 6301 as there may be another physiotherapist available at your desired time. » View detailsHabit Petone »
16 Union Street Petone, Lower Hutt 5012
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Ms Aine Egan
Senior Physio
Aine is an Irish physiotherapist with an Honours Degree and MSc from University College Dublin. She has gained experience working within the neurosurgical spinal service and ED musculoskeletal physiotherapy service at Beaumont Hospital, Dublin. Aine is passionate about musculoskeletal rehabilitation and pain management where she employs evidence-based best practice to get optimal outcomes for her patients. » View details
Ms Julia Flick
Senior Physio
Julia is a German Physiotherapist who made the move to New Zealand with her partner in 2017. She has experience in hospital and community settings, in addition to private practice where her true passion lies. Julia works collaboratively with her clients to create rehabilitation programmes that incorporate education, manual therapy and exercise prescription to help clients to achieve their goals. » View detailsHabit Platinum »
Level 1 24 Johnston St, Wellington 6011
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Ms Zoe Groves
Staff Physio
Zoe has recently graduated from AUT University. She has gained experience in musculoskeletal outpatients, paediatrics and neurological outpatients. Zoe also has experience in acute orthopaedics and stroke. If you are unable to find a suitable time with Zoe, please call the clinic on 04 528 0749 as there may be another provider available at your desired time. » View detailsBirkenhead »
124A Birkenhead Ave, Birkenhead
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Mr Simon Rajwer
Physiotherapist
BHSc (Physio) Simon graduated from AUT Univeristy with a Bachelor of Health Science in Physiotherapy in 2017. Simon decided to get into physio after spending a lot of time with multiple physio's for multiple injuries which he received playing multiple sports. Throughout his studies, Simon has developed a passion for injury prevention and return to sports rehabilitation. Outside of work Simon enjoys staying active with cricket, football, basketball and getting away snowboarding over winter. » View detailsByron Ave »
2 Byron Ave, Takapuna
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Miss Karen Shannon
Physiotherapist
BHSc (Physio), Member of PNZ, PINC and STEEL Provider Karen is one of our Senior Physiotherapists, she has been working at KneeCare the past year after returning from the birth of her twin boys. Karen has over 10 years experience of musculoskeletal experience, 5 of which were working at and managing a Physiotherapy and Pilates practice in Auckland. She has also worked in various medical clinics across London. As a result, she has experience in treating a wide range of musculoskeletal pathologies and sports injuries. As a qualified PINC and STEEL Cancer Rehab Physiotherapist, Karen also bring with her a wealth of experience, empathy and knowledge in regards to treating patients going through or just completing their treatment. » View details
Mr Kevin Franklin
Physiotherapist
BHSc (Physio) Kevin graduated from AUT University with a Bachelor in Health Science in Physiotherapy in 2017. He has been involved with Shore Physio since 2016, assisting with the physiotherapy management of theTakapuna Rugby Club. Having grown up on the North Shore himself, Kevin looks forward to developing his skills as a clinician under the guide of the Shore Physio team. Kevin has particular interested in sports physiotherapy and exercise based rehabilitation. Outside of work, Kevin enjoys staying active playing basketball and social volleyball. » View details
Miss Mel Roewen
Physiotherapist
BHsc (Physio), BPhEd, PGDipSEM Mel has joined the Habit team after being a physiotherapist and research assistant to at a specialised clinic KneeCare for the past year. Mel has an extensive background in exercise rehabilitation with a degree in physical education and a post graduate diploma in sports and exercise medicine, before qualifying as a physiotherapist. Mel used to play rugby at a provincial level, however following a serious knee injury, she was forced to give up her rugby career and in turn had her rehabilitation through the KneeCare Programme. This gave her first-hand experiece which now guides her treatment for her patients. » View detailsFred Thomas »
2 Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna
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Mr Oliver Barton
Physiotherapist
BSc (Hons.) Physiotherapy. I trained in Manchester, UK, graduating from Metropolitan University of Manchester in 2017 with a first class honours degree in physiotherapy. For the last two years I have worked in the NHS at North Manchester General Hospital where I completed rotations working on neurological rehabilitation, surgery, orthopaedics and musculoskeletal outpatients. Alongside my time in the NHS I worked one season with a semi-professional football team, Ashton United. I was drawn to New Zealand for my love of the outdoors and love of exercise. I hope to reflect this passion onto my patients and through their rehab I try to encourage my patients to engage in regular exercise in any form or capacity » View details
Ms Rachel Nicol
Physiotherapist
BHSc (Physio), Dip HSc Rachel graduated from AUT University in 2016 with a Bachelor in Health Science in Physiotherapy. Prior to this she completed a Diploma in Health Science. Rachel traded the Wairarapa country side on her parents farm to pursue a career in physiotherapy. In particular she has a passion in motivating and supporting people to adopt and embrace exercise into their daily lives, whether it be for rehabilitative purposes or challenging their current routine. Rachel enjoys the outdoors so when the hustle and bustle gets too much she enjoys running her dog along the Auckland beaches. » View details
Mr Tomu Hiratsuka
Clinical Manager
BPhty, COMT Tomu is originally from Japan and completed his undergraduate study through Otago University in 2009. He has a special interest in manual therapy and exercise based rehabilitation. His biggest passion is sports physiotherapy especially rugby which he has been playing for over 20 years including a stint of a professional career in Japan. Tomu plays touch rugby and plays for North Harbour age grade, he also made his debut in 2017 with the NZ Masters Touch Team. Tomu is currently undertaking his Post Graduate Diploma in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, so keeping himself busy and constantly learning so he can provide the best care for his clients. Tomu is also qualified and registered in dry needling. Please note: Dry needling is different to acupuncture, so please have a chat to him if you would like to get more info or to try dry needling. » View detailsMedplus »
327 Lake Road, Takapuna
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Miss Alysha Scott
Physiotherapist
BHSc (Physio) Alysha made the move up from Hamilton to be closer to all the beaches and to learn from the highly experienced team here at Medplus after her graduation. Alysha likes to take a holistic approach with patients to help them return to activity and prevent further injuries. Her interests lie in exercised based rehabilitation and musculoskeletal and sports physio. Outside of work she likes to have an active healthy lifestyle, when not working or studying new cases, she loves running outdoors, playing netball and gym classes such as boxing and pilates. This year, Alysha has been spending her time between the clinic and Takapuna Grammar School, you will also find her at the rugby grounds at trainings and games. » View details
Mr Nico Donnell-Brown
Physiotherapist
BHSc (Physio) Nico has a special interest in sports physiotherapy with an exercise based approach to rehabilitation. He has played Rugby, AFL and is a keen surf lifesaver and has a good knowledge of injuries surrounding these sports. Nico has recently travelled to Australia as a physio with the NZ Under18s AFL team. Nico is qualified and registered for dry needling. If you feel standard treatment (massage, mobilisation etc) have helped but not completely resolved pain or dysfunction, then why not ask Nico to try some dry needling. » View details
Ms Nuala Grace
Clinical Manager
PG Dip Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (AUT); BSc (Physiotherapy) (UCD, Ireland); Member of PNZ and NZMPA Nuala is one of our Senior Physiotherapists who completed her Postgraduate Diploma in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at AUT in 2016, and is currently completing her Masters in Health Science. Nuala is originally from Ireland, but has lived and worked here in Auckland since 2009. She brings a broad mix of experience to Shore Physio, Nuala has previously worked in stroke rehabilitation and care of the older adult at Counties Manukau Health. She has also worked extensively in chronic pain rehabilitation and spinal physiotherapy. Nuala has a passion for helping people to self-manage their injuries and prevent recurrence of injuries in the longer term through exercise and rehabilitation. Nuala is an avid rugby fan and a keen All Blacks supporter, unless they are playing Ireland, where her Irish roots come back to the fore and she can be found donning her green jersey. She enjoys playing Gaelic Football and Camogie, and has recently taken up Road Cycling and Triathlons. » View detailsHabit Te Rapa »
Unit 12, 2 Pukete Rd Te Rapa, Hamilton 3200
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Mr Carl Glyde
Senior Physio
Carl has clinical experience in orthopaedic, musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, neurological and sports physiotherapy, in both private and public health settings. He is also the current physiotherapist for a Wellington based premier league football team, gaining valuable experience in field side physiotherapy. A dabbler in sports himself, Carl has participated in a wide variety of different codes ranging from Ultimate Frisbee to Kung Fu, and has sustained and/or seen injuries in all of them, contributing to his breadth of firsthand knowledge. If you are unable to find a suitable time with Carl, please call the clinic on 07 850 8369 as there may be another physiotherapist available at your desired time. » View details
Mr Harry Long
Staff Physio
Harry graduated from Auckland University of Technology. As part of his studies, he gained experience through being in private practice setting, managing musculoskeletal conditions, post-operative rehabilitation, osteoarthritis group classes, and exposure to chronic pain. He has also gained experience in providing rehabilitation for stroke patients in their homes and working with patients in the acute respiratory and general medicine wards in the hospital. If you are unable to find a suitable time with Harry, pleaes call the clinic on 07 850 8369 as there may be another provider available at your desired time. » View detailsHabit Upper Hutt »
Upper Hutt Health Centre 8-16 Sinclair St , Upper Hutt 5018
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Mr Alex Ormerod
Lead Physio
Alex has three years experience working for the NHS in the UK where he completed all core junior rotations in orthopaedics, neurology, cardio-respiratory, MSK outpatients and community rehab. Alex specialises inmusculoskeletal physiotherapy, Pilates and sports physiotherapy. If you are unable to find a desired time for Alex, please call the clinic on 04 528 0749 as there may be another therapist with space available. » View details
Ms Olivia Rawlinson
Senior Physio
Olivia graduated from Sheffield Hallam University in 2012. She has experience in acute injuries, fracture clinic, temporomandibular joint disorders, hydrotherapy, breast cancer care patients, chronic pain, ACL and lower limb classes. Alongside the NHS, she worked privately with sports injuries and desk-based injuries and specialises in sports massage. If you are unable to find a suitable time with Olivia, please call the clinic on 04 528 0749 as there may be another clinician available at your desired time. » View detailsHabit Vero »
Level 5 48 Shortland St, Auckland 1010
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Mr Chris Smith
Lead Physio
Chris graduated in 2007 with a First class degree in Physiotherapy from the University of the West of England in the UK. Chris has worked in the UK for the NHS for 11 years and in the private sector for 9 years gaining knowledge of a large range of conditions throughout the body. In recent years he has developed a specialist interest in the treatment of knee conditions. Chris has undertaken various post-graduate courses in soft tissue release, taping and lower limb biomechanics. In February 2018 he completed his Master’s degree in Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy which has developed his assessment and treatment skills of patients with a range of complex complaints. He is enthusiastic about sport personally and has a keen interest in sporting injuries also. » View details
Mr Harry Long
Staff Physio
Harry graduated from Auckland University of Technology. As part of his studies, he gained experience through being in private practice setting, managing musculoskeletal conditions, post-operative rehabilitation, osteoarthritis group classes, and exposure to chronic pain. He has also gained experience in providing rehabilitation for stroke patients in their homes and working with patients in the acute respiratory and general medicine wards in the hospital. If you are unable to find a suitable time with Harry, pleaes call the clinic on 07 850 8369 as there may be another provider available at your desired time. » View details
Mr Nick Van Driel
Staff Physio
Nick has experience in working with Musculoskeletal conditions, as well as Neurological and Orthopaedic conditions, in both private practice and public health. Nick also has experience as a Personal Trainer, having worked here at Habit previously before becoming a Physiotherapist. Nick has worked with football teams in the past and has a keen interest in sporting injuries particularly in the lower limb. If you are unable to find a suitable time with Nick, please call the clinic on 09 357 6301 as there may be another physiotherapist available at your desired time. » View details
Ms Vandhana Tularam