Mike McLeod Osteopathy

12/11/2025

The key isn’t about knowing the name of every single herb — it’s about understanding how to combine them in the right proportions to create a formula that precisely targets specific symptoms.
Traditional Chinese Medicine is a blend of knowledge, experience, intuition, and insight,
working together as one holistic system of healing.

11/11/2025

Boost your energy, support better metabolism, and bring your body back into balance!

11/11/2025

Boost your energy, support better metabolism, and bring your body back into balance! These herbs might just be some of the best you’ll find here in New Zealand 🌿
Each one is carefully selected from its place of origin, every formula is made just for you, and every dose is precisely measured.
When they all come together — that’s when the real healing magic happens ✨

11/11/2025

What you see here is a herbal formula made specially for sleep problems.
It’s got 8 different herbs, each in a unique amount — this pack is for 7 days of treatment.
Next, we’ll brew it into a herbal tea for the patient to take home.
That’s what Traditional Chinese Medicine is all about — your formula is built just for you, based on your body and your symptoms.
Unlike mass-produced pills, every TCM formula is personal and unique.

03/11/2025

Hay fever? Sinus pain? Back or leg ache? Migraine or neck tension?
Dr Zach has three last-minute openings this week — Wed 2:15 pm, Thu 11 am & 12 pm.

Feeling tight and need to unwind? Our massage therapist Philippa is also available Tuesday afternoon (tomorrow) and Thursday.

27/10/2025

After last week’s rather nerve-racking weather, we hope you’re all doing okay. It looks like the wind, cold and damp are still hanging around, so please take good care of yourselves — there’s still plenty waiting for us all to get done!

If you’re feeling a bit sore or could do with a reset, we’ve got a few last-minute openings tomorrow (28th, Tuesday):

Osteopath Damian – 9 am
Acupuncturist Zach – 9 am & 10 am
Massage Therapist Philippa – 1 pm – 3 pm

Book online or call 0800678366 if you’d like to grab one of these spots.
Stay warm, stay dry, and look after yourselves out there!😊

Get in touch with us to make a booking or have a question answered. Email, phone or book online now.

19/10/2025

Happy Monday! 🌧️
Due to the terrible weather, we’ve had a few last-minute cancellations this week.

If you’re in need of osteopathic treatment, Ella is available today at 12:00pm and 2:10pm – get in quick!

If you’re looking for a massage, Philippa still has some spots tomorrow and Thursday.

And for acupuncture or Chinese herbal medicine, Zach is available this Wednesday between 9:00am and 11:00am.

Booking online – stay warm and take care!

Get in touch with us to make a booking or have a question answered. Email, phone or book online now.

17/10/2025

We still have a few massage spots available next Tuesday and Thursday! 👐

Also, if you’re needing an osteopathy treatment, Ella has just opened a few appointments for next Friday （24th October) — get in quick before they’re gone!

https://www.mikemcleodosteopathy.co.nz/book-now

13/10/2025

We’re thrilled to introduce our new Massage Therapist！（Now available for appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays!)

After an 8-week selection, interview and training process, we’re absolutely thrilled to welcome Philippa White to our team at Mike McLeod Osteopathy!

Philippa is an experienced massage therapist from Gore. She first trained in Massage Therapy back in 2003 in Dunedin, and after spending years raising her three children and helping run the family farm, she’s returned to what she loves most — helping people move well, recover well, and feel their best.

Here’s what Philippa White says about her approach:

“As I’ve gotten older, I’ve learned the importance of really listening to what your body is telling you and taking time for yourself. As a Mum, I know how hard that can be — it’s easy to feel guilty for slowing down or putting yourself first. But I’ve learned that looking after yourself isn’t selfish, it’s essential.”

Her warmth, empathy, and deep understanding of the human body make her a perfect addition to our holistic team.

🗓 Appointments with Philippa White are now open for next Tuesday and Thursday — and they’re filling fast!
📞 Call us or book online to secure your time.

We’re so happy to have her on board, and we can’t wait for you to meet her! 🤩

Get in touch with us to make a booking or have a question answered. Email, phone or book online now.

13/10/2025

3 last-minute spots just opened up for acupuncture & TCM herbal tea this week!

📅 Tuesday: 11.30am (only for follow-up appts)
📅 Thursday: 11am & 12pm

Book online: https://www.mikemcleodosteopathy.co.nz/book-now

20/09/2025

Run-down? Low on herbs? Struggling with hay fever or pain? A few last-minute spots just opened up for acupuncture & TCM herbal tea next week!

📅 Tuesday: 12pm
📅 Thursday: 3pm & 4pm

Book online:

Get in touch with us to make a booking or have a question answered. Email, phone or book online now.

18/09/2025

Understanding Your Body’s Reaction to Acupuncture! Why do muscles sometimes feel sore after acupuncture?

1. When the needle goes into the muscle, it can cause tiny changes, a bit like what happens after exercise. This may make the muscle feel slightly sore for a day or two.

2. “Deqi” response: The heavy, achy, or tingling feeling during acupuncture (known as deqi in Chinese medicine) can sometimes last after the session, creating a temporary sore sensation.

3. The needles improve blood flow and start a small healing reaction in the body, which can sometimes cause a little swelling or soreness in the area.

4. The nerves react to the needle, which can make the muscles tighten a little and feel sore afterwards.

5. Some people’s bodies are just a bit more sensitive, or if you’re already tired, you might feel a bit more sore after treatment.