Health Within Osteopathy

19/02/2026

Room spinning? Head dizzy when you get up? It could be BPPV, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.

A common type of vertigo easily diagnosed & treated with osteopathy.

Book an appointment time with Rebecca, Maria, Kate or Fartuma at Health Within Osteopathy: https://healthwithin.co.nz/secure/login

You don’t have to live with dizziness.
Book or message us to find out more.

09/02/2026

Health Within Founder Maria de Roo returns to the clinic for 2026. We’re delighted to share some special news. Health Within’s founder and cranial osteopathy specialist, Maria de Roo, will be returning to the clinic for 2026.

Many of you will remember our founders Maria de Roo and her husband Matt who spent 12 years in Osteopathic practice here in the Westmere clinic before relocating to the Sunshine Coast in Australia.

Now after 18 years in practice in Australia, Maria will be in New Zealand for 2026 and available for appointments at the Health Within Clinic every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. from 9 February 2026.

BOOK NOW.

Holistic osteopaths in Westmere, near Ponsonby, Auckland, offering cranial, sports and pregnancy care with gentle treatment for the whole family.

24/08/2025

✨ Our biodynamic cranial osteopathy is one of those treatments that surprises people. It’s gentle, calming, and yet incredibly effective for neck pain. By easing muscle tension, improving blood flow, and calming the nervous system, it helps your body reset and restore balance. Patients often walk out feeling lighter, clearer, and more at ease… all while you’re lying there deeply relaxed.

📅 If your neck feels tight, stuck, or sore, it might be time for a check-in.
💬 What’s your go-to quick fix for neck pain? Stretching, heat, massage, or “ignore it and hope it goes away”?

20/08/2025

⚠️ Neck pain is rarely just neck pain.
It can also bring:
💥 Headaches
💥 Shoulder or upper back stiffness
💥 Restricted movement
💥 Numbness or tingling in the arms
💥Jaw pain

If you’ve been feeling these, your neck may be trying to tell you something. Osteopathy works to release tension, restore alignment, and reduce inflammation gently and effectively.

📍 Ponsonby | Westmere | Grey Lynn
💬 Comment below if you’ve ever been surprised by a symptom that turned out to be linked to your neck.

15/08/2025

🚫 Neck pain is not a personality trait.

Some easy fixes:
✅ Sleep on your side or back (sorry stomach sleepers, you're twisting your neck)
✅ Make sure your bed is not so firm it hurts, or so soft you sink like a marshmallow
✅ Use the right pillow height so your neck stays straight or neutral
✅ Take breaks from your phone or computer
✅ Don’t carry your life in one shoulder bag
✅ Breathe better (yes, you might be doing it wrong. Belly breathing creates less tension in your neck)

Need local yoga studio recommendations in Ponsonby, Westmere, or Grey Lynn? We’ve got the list. DM us "yoga" if you want it.

📌 Save this post for future-you when your neck starts grumbling.

25/06/2025

1–1. What a game. ⚽

Auckland City held Boca Juniors, one of the biggest clubs in the world, to a draw! Part-time players versus professional footballers!

For a team from our little corner of the world, that’s something to be proud of. Watching them out there, holding their own with heart and grit, felt bigger than just football. It was a reminder of what’s possible with commitment, community, and care.

Whether you’re playing on the world stage or just chasing the ball with your kids, how your body moves and feels matters. Look after it.

10/06/2025

Got neck pain from all that desk time? 😣 Here are 3 quick stretches you can do right now—no equipment needed. These stretches help improve posture and may reduce tension that contributes to a neck hump
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💬 Which stretch helped you the most? Tell us below!
⁣1. Upper traps stretch: Anchor one hand under your seat, gently sidebend your head away, and use the other hand to deepen the stretch. Hold for 30 seconds each side.
2. Anterior neck muscle stretch -SCM, scalenes - Stretching the front of your neck: Hands anchor below collarbone, gently tilt head away and back. Hold for 30 seconds each side.
3. Chin tucks - Sit tall, gently draw your chin straight back—like making a double chin—without tilting your head. Hold for 3 seconds and do 2 sets of 10 reps.

Need more help with your neck pain or a posture check? Book online and see our osteopaths. https://bit.ly/3Dpmg31
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19/04/2025

🐣 Easter Special for New Patients! 🐣
We're offering a FREE first treatment for new patients who book before April 30th with either Fartuma or Anneke — just mention this post when you book!

📞 Call us or message us to book your spot.
📍Located in Westmere, Auckland
🎁 Don’t wait — this offer is only available for a limited time!

Register a patient account with Health Within Osteopathy to see available appointment times and make bookings online.

17/04/2025

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10/04/2025

Discover how osteopaths can help ease your knee pain and improve your movement. Recent research in The American Journal of Sports Medicine shows that for patellofemoral knee pain, muscle retraining, joint mobilisation, and specific exercises work effectively to reduce pain and improve movement. At Health Within Osteopathy in Auckland, we use these techniques to support your recovery. Take care of your joints and enjoy life with less pain today!

02/04/2025

🌟 Exciting News! We’re thrilled to welcome Anneke Barrington, Registered Osteopath, to our team at Health Within! 🌿

🎓 With a Bachelors degree in Communication, and a Master’s of Osteopathy from Auckland, Anneke is well-equipped to assist clients of all ages in their wellness journeys.

💪 Anneke is dedicated to enhancing your body’s natural healing capabilities. She specialises in Biodynamic Cranial Osteopathy, using a gentle approach to relieve tension and pain, guiding your body towards optimal health.

🧘‍♀️ A dedicated yoga practitioner, Anneke incorporates tailored exercises and stretches into her treatment plans where needed, to enhance the therapeutic experience

📅 Ready to start your journey to better health? Book your appointment with Anneke today!

🌐 For more details and to schedule your visit, check out our website at https://bit.ly/3Dpmg31 or give us a call at 09 376 1980.

11/03/2025

Looking for gentle exercise options? These chair yoga sessions for $13 per class are perfect to enhance wellness and flexibility. You will need a referral from a health practitioner such as ourselves. Please contact our osteopaths if you're interested.