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Physiotherapy

"A physio will use their in-depth knowledge of how the body works, combined with hands-on clinical skills, to assess, diagnose and treat your symptoms. They can even help you prevent many injuries and health conditions."   Physiotherapy New Zealand

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  • How can our physiotherapists help?
  • When to see a physiotherapist
  • Information to download
  • Related links
  • Professional registration
 

How can our physiotherapists help?

A physiotherapist will identify the cause of your difficulties and recommend practical solutions, such as:
  • individual or group exercise
  • use of equipment
  • advice on how best to move your body
They can also advise on how to prevent injury due to:
  • falls
  • repetitive tasks
  • poor posture
  • poor home/workplace design
  • lack of movement
  • reduced strength or poor mobility
 

When to see a physiotherapist

If you are experiencing difficulty with any of the following, a physiotherapist may be able to help:
  • mobility, e.g. walking, getting in and out of the car
  • falls or fear of falling
  • pain or stiffness in joints and muscles
  • weakness or paralysis in muscles
  • poor posture
  • getting comfortable when sitting or lying
  • regaining strength or movement after surgery, injury or illness
  • breathing, relaxation and stress management
  • choosing equipment - eg walker, wheelchair, lounge chair, mobility scooter
Conditions affecting movement
  • Arthritis 
  • Osteoporosis 
  • Asthma
  • Emphysema
  • Bronchitis
  • Stroke (CVA)
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Broken bones and sprains
  • Repetitive Strain injuries
  • Diabetes
  • Obesity (overweight)
  • Heart attack and heart failure
  • Pain
  • Anxiety and stress
 

Information to download

Physiotherapy Brochure
 

Related links

Arthritis New Zealand Resources and information about arthritis and how it effects New Zealanders.
Active Canterbury Ideas for keeping active and enjoying exercise everyday.
HealthInfo Search "falls" for a comprehensive overview of falls and how you can manage the risk.
HealthNavigator Exercise ideas and green prescriptions
Parkinson's New Zealand 
Physiotherapy New Zealand
 

Professional Registration

Our physiotherapists are registered with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand.
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Physiotherapy
Speech-Language Therapy
Music Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Dietetics
Phone: (03) 377 5280
Email:   [email protected]
Hours:  8:30am-4pm, Monday-Friday
Office: 12 Coronation St, Christchurch 
Postal address: PO Box 7807,
​                             Christchurch 8240
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