Highly-experienced hand therapist with over 20 years experience. Hand therapy is a specialised field which evaluates and treats injuries of the upper limbs such as shoulder, arm, elbow, forearm, wrist as well as the hand, and requires a physio or occupational therapist to hold advanced training and hands-on knowledge.
In between her clinic days she helps her husband on the farm, and enjoys spending time with her two children fishing, farming and playing sport. View details »
Debbie has been working in the private physiotherapy sector for 19 years. She has worked in clinics in Wellington, London, Sydney, and Auckland before moving to Mangawhai in 2016. Debbie enjoys treating conditions that involve the lower back and pelvis as well as treating people who suffer from headaches and migraines.
Debbie is a qualified Pilates instructor and enjoys working on improving posture and muscle imbalances. Debbie has a very hands-on approach to treatment and always looks at treating the whole person to improve their injuries. View details »
Bridget is a highly experienced general and sports physiotherapist with a passion for restoring and improving health and wellness to people from all walks of life. She has devoted 30 years evolving her career in Physiotherapy and Research Management in associated health and wellness fields. Aside from her 25+ years experience as a physiotherapist, Bridget is also an accomplished researcher and published author, and completed leading edge research investigating aspects of head and neck control in whiplash patients for her Masters of Health Science Degree in 2003. One of her special interests and areas of expertise is treating whiplash and head and neck pain and dysfunction. A desire to broaden her research skills and knowledge, and the practical application of research insights within the corporate world, saw her take on various roles for Les Mills International over five years from 2006, including Education and Research Management positions. Bridget then returned to physiotherapy in 2011 and has been working in Mangawhai since then. Bridget lives in Mangawhai with her husband and son and is coordinator and coach for Mahurangi Junior Hockey. View details »