Aaron graduated as a physiotherapist in 1991 then completed a second science degree from Canterbury University in 1994 and also has a Post Grad Certificate in Vocational Physiotherapy.
Aaron worked as a physiotherapist in a variety of contract roles in the US for 7 years then on his return to NZ worked in older persons health and private practice musculoskeletal physiotherapy, most recently for the Riccarton Clinic.
He joined the team at In Touch in 2022 as an Associate Hand Therapist and is working towards becoming fully registered.
In his spare time he enjoys catching up with his family and getting outdoors; when the weathers no good reading or playing music( not that the neighbours are particularly happy about this) View details »
Kevin graduated from the University of Otago as a physiotherapist in 2014. He started his Postgradate diploma in Physiotherapy in 2015 and worked in Dunedin for a year before moving to Christchurch in 2017.
Since then Kevin has consolidated his physiotherapy skills in private practice before deciding to focus on therapy for the upper limb, joining In Touch Hand Therapy in January 2018.
Kevin’s treatment approach uses “hands-on” therapy techniques along with exercise prescription. His pleasant, caring manner enables him to build a good rapport with his patients. Kevin also speaks Mandarin Chinese. Kevin completed a Postgraduate Hand and Upper Limb Training Programme through Auckland University of Technology.
Kevin has appointments available at our Wigram, Rolleston and Ashburton branches. View details »
Cherie graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Otago in 2011. Cherie has worked across a variety of areas of Physiotherapy - private musculoskeletal practise, inpatient rehabilitation, and acute inpatient care at the Christchurch Public Hospital prior to specialising in Hand Therapy and the management of upper limb injuries. It was during her time working at Christchurch Public Hospital she developed an interest for working in Hand Therapy whilst working on the Burns and Plastic Surgery ward and Hand Therapy outpatients. Cherie then specialised in upper limb rehabilitation for 5 years in a leading Melbourne Hand Therapy private practice where she gained expertise in treating and managing a magnitude of upper limb injuries alongside surgeons and specialist prior to moving home to New Zealand and joining the Intouch Hand Therapy team.
Cherie loves working alongside individuals to return to function and sport and has a special interest in treating elbow and shoulder injuries as well as scar management.
When not at work, Cherie enjoys spending time with her family and getting outdoors running or hiking. View details »