KOWHAI PHYSIO & HAND THERAPY

Warkworth , New Zealand

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09.4259150

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PLEASE NOTE

DURING COVID 19 LEVEL 3 WE ARE STILL AVAILABLE FOR TELEHEALTH VIDEO CONSULTATIONS. PLEASE CALL US ON 09.4259150 AND WE CAN DISCUSS YOUR NEEDS.

We will also continue to offer video and phone consultations for both Hand Therapy and Physiotherapy as this maybe deemed necessary following our screening process.
Please be patient while we make these transitions , as your safety and that of our staff is important.

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Please contact us via email at info@kowhaiphysio.co.nz

Or call and leave a message on 09 4259150

and we will contact you as soon as possible to organise a consultation.

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WELCOME TO KOWHAI PHYSIO AND HAND THERAPY CLINIC, WARKWORTH

WELCOME TO KOWHAI

Hands on Caring

PHYSIOTHERAPISTS

At Kowhai Physio we care about you.

We are here to assist you in your recovery every step of the way,

and help you to achieve your goals

Our Therapists have post-graduate training in Manual Therapy, Spinal Manipulation, Sports Rehabilitation, Functional Movement Screening and Acupuncture.

Our Team of Physiotherapists work closely with Allied Health Professionals including Doctors, Sports Medicine Physicians, Orthopaedic Specialists and Surgeons where necessary to facilitate your care.

HAND THERAPISTS

Hand Therapists specialise in diagnosing and managing all upper limb injuries and conditions. Our Hand Therapists offer a wealth of knowledge and experience and have post-graduate qualifications in Hand Therapy.

Hand Therapists work closely with our Team of Physiotherapists, Doctors, Orthopaedic Specialists, Plastic Surgeons and Allied Health Professionals

At Kowhai Hand Therapy we care about helping you regain your independence and function for daily tasks, leisure, sport and return to work

Our Team of highly skilled and experienced Hand Therapists will guide you every step of the way with your rehabilitation

POST OPERATIVE & SPORTS REHAB CLINICS

For years, patients have depended on me to provide this valuable service. I offer this and other specialized options to anyone in need of a Physical Therapist they can trust. I’m Kowhai Physio and Hand Therapy, and I’m dedicated to building long-lasting relationships based on trust and medical integrity with every single patient.

MEET OUR FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL STAFF

DIRECTORS AND ADMINISTRATION

HEAD CLINICAL HAND THERAPIST

(Owner / Director)

Dip. Phys. (Otago), Reg. Hand Therapist (NZAHT), Registered Acupuncturist, MPNZ

Toni Wilson has extensive knowledge of Hand Therapy injuries. She has specialised in the management of hand and upper limb conditions for over 20 years and holds post-graduate qualifications in both Hand Therapy & Acupuncture

HEAD CLINICAL PHYSIOTHERAPIST

(Owner/Director)

Dip. Phys. (Otago), Post Grad. Dip. Manip. Therapy, Post Grad. Dip. Western Acupuncture, MPNZ

Scott Wilson is a New Zealand trained Physiotherapist that has worked for over 20 years in Private Practice ,in both New Zealand and the United Kingdom. He offers a wealth of knowledge and experience in the fields of spinal problems and sports injuries. He has worked closely with people of all walks of life as well as elite and professional sportsmen and women. Scott also holds post graduate qualifications in Manipulation and Acupuncture.

ADMINISTRATION MANAGER

Liz Coomber
I'm here at Kowhai to run the team of friendly, professional, efficient administration/ reception staff.
I'm also here to assist with queries regarding ACC/Administration and any other client matters.
I have lived in the Warkworth area for the past 13 years and my family and I enjoy the local beaches and surrounding outdoor areas with our two dogs.

PHYSIOTHERAPISTS

OLIVIA

Olivia is a post-graduate trained musculoskeletal physiotherapist and experienced strength and conditioning coach. She is Rehabilitation Manager at Kowhai Physio, and enjoys working with patients both in the clinic and in the gym, especially for post-operative rehabilitation. Her clinical skill set includes spinal manipulation, acupuncture, manual therapy, and exercise prescription. Olivia also has a passion for injury prevention. She was involved in developing the nationwide ACC NetballSmart injury prevention programme and now works with Netball NZ to “coach the coaches” on how to implement this proven injury prevention warm-up. While she was an intern at EXOS in Arizona, USA, she worked with NFL football players, MLB baseball players and Olympic athletes. As a sports physio, Olivia has worked with the NZ Hockey Junior Black Sticks Women, NZ Hockey Women “As” and Netball NZ U21 Team. Her areas of speciality include gym-based rehab for osteoarthritis and post-operative rehab after total knee and hip replacement, rehab for ACL injuries, post-operative shoulders and low backs. Outside of work, Olivia enjoys any active pursuit out in nature, especially water-related. She and her partner are also kept very busy chasing after her young twin boys.

WE ARE A SPECIALIST HAND THERAPY PROVIDER

PHYSIO AND REHAB MASSAGE

SPORTS REHAB WITH OLIVIA

HAND THERAPISTS

HELLE

Helle comes from Denmark and immigrated to New Zealand in 1996. She qualified as a Physiotherapist at AUT in 2000 and initially worked at Middlemore Hospital in the Orthopaedic ward. Soon after she moved to Warkworth and started at Kowhai Physiotherapy and after working in Manual therapy for a number of years she became fascinated by Hand Therapy and has worked with Hands since 2004.

It is a very exciting area to work in and we have a very dynamic team and are looking after a large variety of injuries,including post surgery, sports, work and age related problems.

It is all about interacting with the client at their level of work, sport or life situation and for the patient to take control no matter how severe the injury or circumstance is. The hands are very special to us all as these are our way of communication, touch and function, so it is all about getting back to normality with confidence and as safe as possible. I have a special attachment to the area of chronic pain and CRPS and for the individual to learn that there is always a way forward and regaining confidence in the hand and upper limb function.

My special interest lies in the outdoors that I enjoy with my husband and our two boys. We enjoy water sports and fishing and I enjoy my gardening and bringing the goods from there to the table.

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SPORTS & POST OPERATIVE REHAB CLINICS

Kowhai Physio specialises in gym-based rehabilitation:

- after surgery

- for return to sport after injury and to improve sport performance

- for return to work after an injury

- for management of long-term musculoskeletal conditions like chronic back pain, chronic shoulder problems,

- to delay or prevent the need for joint replacement due to knee or hip osteoarthritis

We deliver rehabilitation programmes funded by ACC, Insurance companies or funded privately.

Book in for an assessment at Kowhai Physio with Olivia or Victoria.

GET BACK TO BEING YOURSELF FASTER WITH A KOWHAI GYM BASED REHAB PROGRANMME

POST OP REHAB CLINIC WITH OLIVIA

Watch here to see how beneficial and fun it is to join one of our rehab classes.

Post-Operative Joint Replacement Rehabilitation Gym Classes

Have you recently had Joint Replacement surgery (including Total Knee Replacement, Partial Knee Joint Replacement, Total Hip Replacement, Birmingham Hip Resurfacing) or are you an older adult recovering from a lower limb fracture?

Would you like to regain your leg strength, fitness, balance and confidence, to help you make a full return to your previous activities and sports?

Kowhai Physio offers small group, physio-supervised gym classes to help you get back on your feet after your operation or fracture.

What is Post-operative Joint Replacement Gym Rehab?

- Circuit-based gym exercises, with both machines and free weights, that are scaled up or down depending on each participants' individual requirements, fitness, strength and functional capacity.

- Small group class, with a maximum of 6 participants to ensure that each person gets sufficient attention and instruction on correct technique

- Classes are supervised by post-graduate and master's qualified physios with many years of strength and conditioning experiencing

-We focus on regaining strength, balance, agility, confidence and functional capacity for things like, getting up from a low chair, squatting, stepping up, carrying things, walking on uneven surfaces, playing with grandkids, return to golf and tennis etc

- The sessions are designed to be fun and inclusive. Get to know other people who are also recovering from a joint replacement.

Who can participate:

- suitable from 4-6 week after knee replacement and 12 weeks post-op THR; or even years after surgery, if you are still having pain, joint stiffness, or functional difficulties

- pts can have had their surgeries in the public or private system

- Suitable for any age, fitness or functional capacity.

- Suitable for people with other medical conditions.

How do I book in?

Patients are seen for an individual assessment at Kowhai Physio Clinic before commencing (cost $80) or can come directly through to class if you've had your immediate post-op physio in clinic at our clinic. There may be a wait time of a few weeks for a slot to become available for you.

Do I need a referral from my surgeon or doctor?

No you can book with us directly. Depending on your circumstances we may ask your surgeon or GP for clearance prior to commence participating.

Where is it run?

Full Spectrum Training Facility, 28 Baxter Street (upstairs)

When are the classes?

Tues and Thu 10-11am

What is the cost?

- $350 for 2 classes per week, for 6 weeks.

- Cost may be covered by your Health Insurance (depending on your insurance coverage)

Can I continue supervised gym- strengthening once my classes are completed?

Full Spectrum gym offers a supervised class for "graduates" of our programme to continue if desired.

A physio can design a programme for you and supervised your rehab at the gym.

We work closely with Full Spectrum Training Facility and Warkworth Fitness. We have also worked with most other gyms in the Warkworth area and are able to do so on a case-by-case basis.

We deliver rehabilitation programmes funded by ACC, Insurance companies or funded privately.

Book in for an assessment at Kowhai Physio with Olivia or Victoria.

TO MAKE A BOOKING

Phone: 09. 4259150
Email:

BRIDGIT

PAULA

SHELLEY

HOW TO FIND US

WE ARE LOCATED IN THE KOWHAI MEDICAL CENTRE, FLOOR NEXT TO KOWHAI SURGERY
10 PERCY ST.
WARKWORTH
(JUST UP THE HILL FROM NEW WORLD SUPERMARKET)

WE ARE OPEN FROM

Mon - Fri: 8.30-5.00

CONTACT US

10 PERCY ST. WARKWORTH

09-425 9150