Physio Pilates NP

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Advanced Physiotherapy care for a healthier, happier YOU🚶‍♀️‍➡️💫
• Physiotherapy • Reformer Pilates
• Women’s & Pelvic Floor Health
• Pre/Post Natal
• Cancer Rehab

We’re now a Southern Cross Easy-Claims Provider, making it quicker and simpler for you to access your physiotherapy insu...
07/12/2025

We’re now a Southern Cross Easy-Claims Provider, making it quicker and simpler for you to access your physiotherapy insurance.

This means you can claim your Southern Cross cover on the spot, right here in the clinic — no more sending in receipts, no waiting, no follow-up admin. Just book your appointment & let us know you have Physio cover, attend as usual, and we’ll take care of the rest🙌

If you’re a Southern Cross member, you can now enjoy a smoother, faster experience with us. Access your physio insurance quickly and simply, and get back to feeling your best.

We’re here to deliver exceptional health care today✨

Low Back Pain ⚡️ Studies show that motor control training — which restores timing and variability — outperforms core-sti...
04/12/2025

Low Back Pain ⚡️

Studies show that motor control training — which restores timing and variability — outperforms core-stiffening programs for people with chronic low back pain. Much like what we are teaching in our Back Pain Reformer Classes🤩

In other words, instead of chasing constant activation or “always switch on your core,” what the research shows we need is control, coordination, and adaptability. So no, sucking in your belly button constantly doesn’t make for an adaptable core system.

Here’s how that looks in practice:

→ Breath is part of the stability system.
Your diaphragm, pelvic floor, and abdominal wall work together to create internal pressure that supports the spine. As load increases — a heavier spring, a deeper hinge, or more weight — your breath naturally adjusts & the tension you create within this system needs to too.

→ Movement that feels safe.
When the nervous system feels threatened (through pain, fatigue, or fear), it protects you by co-contracting muscles — a kind of bracing that limits movement and variability. Gentle, confident movement helps to retrain this, restoring natural coordination and easing protective guarding.

→ Adaptable strength and coordination.
Muscles that never switch off are like brakes that never release — they eventually fail. True spinal support comes from the deep stabilisers (like multifidus and transverse abdominis) working with the breath, while the bigger global muscles engage only when needed, then relax again.

Remember your spine is a strong, robust structure & needs to be trained to properly adapt to the load being placed on it 💪

*Reference: O’Sullivan, P. B., Fersum, K., & Hodges, P. (2023). Movement system-based classification and targeted motor control training for chronic low back pain: restoring variability and control. British Journal of Sports Medicine.

Christmas & New Year Hours🎄As we inch closer to the end of the year, we wanted to let you know that our Clinic will be c...
02/12/2025

Christmas & New Year Hours🎄

As we inch closer to the end of the year, we wanted to let you know that our Clinic will be closed from 21 December until 4 January so our team can enjoy a well-deserved break.

We’ll be reopening on Monday 5 January, and all classes will resume as normal.

For those on memberships, an extra two weeks will be added to this billing cycle to cover our holiday closure. If you’re going to be away in January or need any further adjustments made, please reach out — we’re always happy to help💞

01/12/2025

Thank you to this wonderful group of wahine💞

The thing about a good team is that they walk with you through the challenging moments. They give you space to pull back when you need it, so you can move forward with strength. The growth, lessons, and rewards we witness every day through our work shape who we are as people.

Listening deeply, holding space, and making others feel heard is a skill we nurture in our workplace. But it’s not something we reserve only for our clients — we do it for each other too. We check in, we support, and we look after our teammates to ensure we’re well cared for too 💫

Thank you for all that you do. You are the unsung heroes, and we truly could not do any of this without you🙏

Thankyou to for a wonderful evening, who knew we had some artists amongst us aswell🧑‍🎨 🤩

We’re not another fitness trend or hype — and we’re proud of that. We believe in mindful, progressive movement- backed i...
23/11/2025

We’re not another fitness trend or hype — and we’re proud of that.

We believe in mindful, progressive movement- backed in science. Our focus is on realistic, achievable goals that help you build strength, confidence, and resilience over time.

We’ve seen firsthand how fitness hypes can lead to injuries and setbacks. That’s why we take a different approach — one grounded in evidence-based training, individualised care, and a deep understanding of the body, especially for those managing injury or illness.

Our mission is simple: to help you move well, feel better, and live the best version of you 💫

It’s our Physio student Sidney’s last day with us💞Your kind, mature, and professional approach over the past 5 weeks has...
19/11/2025

It’s our Physio student Sidney’s last day with us💞

Your kind, mature, and professional approach over the past 5 weeks has been impeccable. It’s been our honour to watch you grow and develop your clinical skills, and to see the confidence and care you have found in your practice.

We wish you all the very best with the rest of your studies — you’re going to make a wonderful Physio✨

Nui rawa tā mātou mihi ki a koe mō tōu manaakitanga kia whai wāhi to mana motuhake mo te haumanu korikori.
Mā te Atua me ou tupuna hei tiaki i a koe 💫

19/11/2025

Reformer Pilates has a way of pulling you back in — not out of obligation, but because of how good it makes you feel ✨
It’s mindful movement, control, stretching and strength all in one. The perfect combination for tired, sore bodies. You leave feeling lighter, clearer, and refreshed, with a spring back in your step.

There’s something uniquely powerful about it. The smooth resistance, the lengthening, the control, the way your whole body wakes up and your mind settles. It’s fun, motivating, and it just feels so good.

Reformer meets you exactly where you’re at — whether you’re stressed, stiff, low on energy, or ready to build strength. It challenges without overwhelming and always leaves you feeling better than when you arrived💞

That’s why you’ll keep coming back.

We’ve recently done a deep dive into why we do what we do, what drives & motivates us as Health care professionals & wha...
18/11/2025

We’ve recently done a deep dive into why we do what we do, what drives & motivates us as Health care professionals & what makes us stand out as a space for health & wellbeing within New Plymouth. If you’re interested to know what drives us & what difference we can bring you then check it out ⬇️

▫️Excellence
We are committed to delivering the highest standards of clinical care and movement classes. Through ongoing professional development, evidence-based practice, and reflective learning, we continually strive to improve our knowledge and skills. Excellence for us means taking the time to listen, assess thoroughly, and deliver care that is both effective, evidence-based, and compassionate — ensuring every client feels confident in their path to recovery and wellbeing.

▫️Integrative Health
We believe in a whole-body, whole-person approach. Our practice bridges physiotherapy and exercise- based rehab to support lasting wellness. We help clients build strength, resilience, and balance across all aspects of health — physical, emotional, and functional. Collaboration with other health professionals is central to this integrative mindset, ensuring multidisciplinary care for each individual. Guided by Te Whare Tapa Whās’ four pillars of health, we recognise that wellbeing is multi-dimensional and deeply interconnected.

▫️Belonging
We want everyone who walks through our doors to feel welcome, safe, and supported. We value community and connection — creating an environment where clients and our team can thrive together. Belonging means celebrating progress, the small wins, and recognising that healing happens best when people feel seen, respected, and part of something meaningful.

▫️People-Centred Care
Every person’s story matters. We tailor our care to each individual’s goals, lifestyle, and stage of life. By listening first and treating second, we empower people to take an active role in their health journey. Our focus is not just on recovery, but on helping each client move better, feel stronger, and live a healthy, happy life.

The Treatment Cliff in Cancer Recovery 🏔️ In cancer rehab, many patients describe an unexpected drop in motivation, mood...
06/11/2025

The Treatment Cliff in Cancer Recovery 🏔️

In cancer rehab, many patients describe an unexpected drop in motivation, mood, or physical progress once active treatment ends — often referred to as the treatment cliff. During diagnosis, surgery, chemo, or radiation, the body is in survival mode. Adrenaline and cortisol stay high to help you “get through it.” Psychologist Joseph E. LeDoux found that emotional pain doesn’t peak during stress — it often peaks after. Once your brain decides you’re safe, your body finally releases the stress hormones it’s been storing, and the emotional turmoil begins. It’s often a time where people around you make the mistake in thinking everything’s back to normal, & can cause a lot of inner distress not knowing why you are feeling this way.

This is your nervous system processing, not failing. When treatment stops, the rush of appointments, scans, and goals suddenly quiets — and that silence allows your body to feel what it couldn’t before. This is called the “emotional aftershock.” It’s a biological, protective delay — designed to keep you alive first and let you feel second.

In cancer rehab, recognising this emotional and physical transition is vital. It’s not a setback, but a sign that healing is finally beginning. Support through movement, rest, counselling, and gentle rehabilitation helps patients navigate this stage safely — falling not apart, but back into their new self. We love supporting you through this transition, gently offering guidance to find yourself again💞

We are now stocking Scar & Stretch Oil for scar rehab, pregnancy and postpartum care is a Taranaki based clinical aroma...
05/11/2025

We are now stocking Scar & Stretch Oil for scar rehab, pregnancy and postpartum care

is a Taranaki based clinical aromatherapist, fascia and scar release therapist. She’s also an amazing human, & her product range is to die for🙌We’ve spoke about this scar oil for years now & when we crossed paths at a myofascial release course she was knew exactly what was needed.

If you’re recovering from surgery then give this a go- it’s never too late to learn how to release scars too! 💫

Last Prenatal & Postnatal Courses for 2025 ✨ Our final Prenatal and Postnatal Pilates courses for the year are starting ...
03/11/2025

Last Prenatal & Postnatal Courses for 2025 ✨

Our final Prenatal and Postnatal Pilates courses for the year are starting soon — don’t miss your chance to join! The Prenatal course begins this Thursday at 4:10pm, post natal begins next Monday at 11am & run for 6 weeks. Both programs are designed and led by experienced Physiotherapists to support you wherever you are in your journey.

These specific classes focus on helping you feel strong, mobile, and confident through pregnancy and beyond — ensuring your safety while promoting movement that supports your changing body. Spaces are limited.

Feel safe & supported to move, knowing you’ve got the very best knowledge & care from our experienced Physiotherapy team 💫

DM us if you have any questions/concerns or need help signing up

Having a prolapse doesn’t mean you need to stop exercising. In fact, staying active is one of the best things you can do...
27/10/2025

Having a prolapse doesn’t mean you need to stop exercising. In fact, staying active is one of the best things you can do, but it’s best to be informed on how to best manage it💪

Some helpful strategies include:
🔸Breathe out as you work hard – exhaling during the toughest part of an exercise reduces pressure on the pelvic floor.
🔸Look after your bowels – avoiding constipation helps prevent unnecessary straining.
🔸Support can help – for some, a vaginal pessary offers extra comfort and reassurance while exercising.
🔸Check in with a pelvic health physio – everyone’s body is different, and individual advice helps you exercise with confidence.

Exercise should feel safe, supportive, and not aggravate your prolapse symptoms. With the right approach prolapse doesn’t need to hold you back from doing the things you love 🏃‍♀️

Address

119 Vivian Street
New Plymouth

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 6:45pm
Tuesday 9am - 6:45pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 6:45pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 11am

Telephone

+64211992119

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