Denise graduated from Otago University with a Bachelor of Science Degree (Human Nutrition) and continued her education to become a registered physiotherapist in 1990.
In 1995 she jointly opened a physiotherapy private practice – Westend Physiotherapy. This business relocated and grew into include additional business partners and become what is now Te Ngae Physiotherapy and Pilates. Wanting more of a work-life balance with her husband and two sons, she sold out of the business in 2014.
Her passion has always been musculoskeletal physiotherapy in which she has extended her physiotherapy knowledge further by training in manual therapy, clinical pilates, sports strapping and acupuncture. She has attended numerous courses and conferences over the 35 years of practicing as a physiotherapist. She employs a combination of manual techniques, exercise, and education to achieve the best results for her patients.
Denise is available for appointments Mon-Thurs. View details »
Maddie graduated as a Physiotherapist in 2017 and since then has had a wide range of experience in both the public and private settings. Over this time, Maddie has developed a keen interest in working with musculoskeletal injuries in children (paediatrics) and young athletes, understanding the unique demands and challenges of our growing bodies. Her interest also extends to individuals recovering from knee and shoulder surgeries.
Maddie is also one of our Pilates instructors, taking reformer, mat, one-on-one and group equipment classes. Maddie often transfers Pilates principles across to her clinical work with her rehabilitation of clients.
With her own passion for staying active and the outdoors, through gym and Pilates, running, fly-fishing, snow skiing and dabbling in a bit of mountain biking. Maddie understands the importance of getting back to what you love and feeling your best. View details »
Brad graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from Auckland University of Technology in 2024. Before pursuing his degree, he spent time playing rugby overseas and earned a Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science in 2020 following his return to New Zealand. His extensive experience in high-level sports environments sparked a deep passion for sports medicine and musculoskeletal physiotherapy. Having personally dealt with numerous sports-related injuries, Brad has developed a unique understanding of the challenges people face when recovering from injuries.
Brad has recently joined our team and is particularly interested in all aspects of sports physiotherapy. Outside of work, Brad enjoys keeping fit and healthy through the gym, trail running, mountain biking, and hiking. Outside of work, you’ll often find him pursuing his passion in the outdoors, mountain biking, hiking, or training for his latest venture: ultra-marathons. View details »