Charlene graduated from Auckland University of Technology in 2018 and has worked in Tauranga and Palmerston North at busy musculoskeletal clinics since. She enjoys treating a variety of general musculoskeletal and sports injuries including runners, triathletes and getting people back to their everyday lives.
Charlene has over 16 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, working as a personal trainer and physio assistant before studying Physiotherapy. She has a passion for exercise and overall health and loves to empower her patients to get the most out of life. Charlene uses her passion for exercise and wellbeing to get people back to the things they love as well as using manual therapy, dry needling and education.
When she is not in clinic, you’ll find Charlene at the top of the Mount, at the beach or at a local playground with her young daughter. She is excited to join the team at Mount Physio and is looking forward to helping her local community.
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Chris graduated from AUT in 2003 and has been working in the musculoskeletal physiotherapy field since. He has spent time working in New Zealand, Ireland and in the UK. Chris has completed further training in Acupuncture & Pilates and has found great benefit to his patients' when incorporating these treatment methods. He also has further clinical interest in Running Biomechanical Assessments and Shoulder rehabilitation. Chris believes in a hands-on treatment approach but also feels that education is key to injury management.
Chris has played rugby most of his life, including semi-professionally in Ireland and England. Now that his playing days are behind him you will see Chris out running around the Mount and surfing any chance he gets. Chris also has interests in Triathlon, skiing/snowboarding, and fishing. View details »
Esteban brings over a decade of expertise having both a Physiotherapy and and Osteopathy degree specialising in physical rehabilitation. With his extensive background, he is adept at providing comprehensive care and personalised treatment plans to address a wide range of pathologies and promote overall wellness.
Esteban finds great fulfillment in caring for individuals with complex symptoms, where he can apply his extensive knowledge and skills in hands-on therapy. Utilising techniques such as manipulations, joint mobilization, therapeutic exercises, soft and deep tissue massage, as well as cranial and visceral therapy, he aims to restore balance to the body's stress axis, autonomic nervous system, immune system, metabolic functions, and endocrine system.
In addition to hands-on therapy, Esteban employs a multifaceted approach to promote holistic healing/coaching. He devises individualised strategies that may include dietary interventions, supplementation recommendations, tailored physical exercise regimens, and lifestyle modifications such as intermittent living. View details »