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3 clinics - Takanini, Karaka, Pukekohe. Physio Mechanics is an industry leading physiotherapy clinic, gym and pilates studio.

We deliver excellence in total body rehabilitation and facilitate successful achievement of patient goals, whatever they may be. We deliver excellence in individualised total body rehabilitation in a professional, friendly and effective way encouraging injury rehabilitation and prevention. Our services range from massage therapy to exercise prescription, acupuncture to self management education, postural/biomechanical assessments to headache/migraine treatment and many more. Visit our clinics today for immediate relief of your aches and pains.

10/11/2025

💪 Strength = Stability ⚖️
Did you know one of the best ways to improve your balance and prevent falls is by getting stronger?
Balance isn’t just about coordination — your muscles play a huge role in keeping you upright and reacting when things throw you off.
By building strength in key areas like your legs, hips, and core, you:
✅ Improve your ability to control your body position
✅ React faster when you lose balance
✅ Build confidence in everyday movements
✅ Reduce the risk of slips, trips, and falls
Some of our go-to balance-building strength exercises include:
🏋️‍♀️ Sit-to-stands or box squats
🦵 Step-ups and lateral step-downs
🧍‍♀️ Heel raises and single-leg stands
🏋️‍♂️ Resistance band hip abductions or bridges
🤸‍♀️ Functional balance challenges (e.g. single-leg deadlifts or reaching tasks)
Strong muscles = steady movement.
Pair strengthening with balance training, and you’ll have a solid foundation for both everyday life and performance.
📞 Not sure where to start?
Book in with one of our physiotherapists for a personalised strength and balance plan to keep you moving safely and confidently.
https://nzappts.gensolve.com/physio_mechanics

07/11/2025

⚖️ Objective Balance Testing — Turning “Wobbly” Into Measurable Data 🧠
Balance isn’t just about staying upright — it’s a mix of strength, coordination, vision, and inner ear control all working together.
As physiotherapists, we use objective balance testing to measure how well those systems are performing, rather than relying on observation alone.
Some of the assessments we might use include:
✅ Tinetti Balance Assessment – to evaluate balance and gait stability
✅ Berg Balance Scale – a gold standard for identifying fall risk
✅ Y Balance Test or Star Excursion Balance Test – to assess dynamic control and asymmetries
✅ Single Leg Stance or Romberg Test – for static balance and postural control
We can also use technology-based tools, such as the AXIT system or force plates, to provide objective data like centre-of-pressure shifts and reaction times.
This helps us identify:
📊 Which systems might be contributing to imbalance
📉 Asymmetries or weaknesses between sides
📈 Improvements throughout your rehab or training
Objective balance testing gives us the full picture — helping tailor your program to improve stability, confidence, and performance.
📞 Not sure how your balance stacks up?
Book a balance assessment with one of our physiotherapists and get a clear picture of where you stand — literally!
https://nzappts.gensolve.com/physio_mechanics

05/11/2025

🚶‍♀️ Falls Prevention — Stay Steady, Stay Independent ⚖️
Falls are more common than you might think — but the good news is, most are preventable. 🙌
As physiotherapists, our goal is to help you stay confident and independent on your feet.
By understanding your balance, strength, and movement patterns, we can identify where your risk lies — and how to reduce it.
Here are some key ways to prevent falls:
✅ Build lower limb strength – strong legs and hips give you the power to recover when you lose balance
✅ Challenge your balance safely – practice single-leg stands, heel-to-toe walking, or balance exercises with support
✅ Check your footwear – stable, supportive shoes make a huge difference
✅ Keep moving – regular physical activity maintains coordination and confidence
✅ Review your home environment – remove trip hazards, improve lighting, and use handrails if needed
At Physiomechanics, we combine objective balance testing, strength programs, and footwear or orthotic assessments to give you a full picture of your stability and how to improve it.
💬 If you’or someone you know has had a recent fall or feel unsteady, don’t wait.
Book a falls risk assessment and let’s build your balance back up — safely and confidently.
https://nzappts.gensolve.com/physio_mechanics

03/11/2025

⚠️ Falls Risk — More Than Just a Trip or Slip ⚠️
Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and hospitalisation in older adults — and sadly, a major contributor to loss of independence and even death as we age.
As physiotherapists, we take falls risk seriously. We use a range of assessments to understand your balance and mobility, including:
🦵 Strength testing – lower limb power and control play a huge role in staying upright.
⏱️ Balance and gait assessments – such as the Timed Up and Go (TUG) or single leg stance tests. A TUG time under 12 seconds generally indicates a low falls risk, while 12 seconds or more suggests an increased risk of falls.
🧠 Reaction time and coordination measures – assessing how quickly your body can respond to instability.
👣 Postural and sensory testing – understanding how your eyes, inner ear, and body awareness contribute to stability.
By identifying these risk factors early, we can help reduce the chance of serious injury, improve confidence with daily activities, and keep you moving safely for longer.
It’s never too early (or too late) to start improving your balance. 💪✨
Please get in touch if you’d like support to reduce your own or someone you know’s risk of falling

30/10/2025

⚖️ Finding Your Balance – Inside & Out

This month, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked aspects of movement and performance — balance.

Whether you’re recovering from an injury, preventing falls, or chasing better performance in sport or everyday life — your balance tells us a lot about how your body moves.

Throughout November we’ll explore:
👣 Orthotics – How foot mechanics influence your posture and stability
📊 AXIT Assessments – Using objective data to identify imbalances and track progress
⚠️ Falls Risk – Understanding the key warning signs and how to reduce your risk
💪 Muscle Imbalances – Why small weaknesses or tightness can throw your whole system off

Stay tuned for education, in-clinic testing, and practical tips to help you move with more confidence and control.

29/10/2025

⚽ Season Wrap-Up! ⚽
That’s a wrap on the 2025 football season with Franklin United 🙌

Our team has loved providing sideline physiotherapy support for both the Men’s and Women’s teams throughout the season — helping players stay fit, recover strong, and get back on the field when it mattered most 💪

The both teams put together some great performances, showing real grit and resilience week after week 👏

We also wrapped up the year supporting the U19 squad at their tournament in Napier, where the team gained valuable experience and showed huge effort across five challenging matches 🔴⚪
A big thanks to all the players, coaches, and staff for welcoming us again this season — it’s always a privilege to be part of the Franklin United family ❤️

17/10/2025

🎉 Quarter 3 Team Catch-Up! 🎉
Our team enjoyed a great night out with dinner, drinks, and dessert at Melba in Karaka — the perfect way to celebrate another busy and rewarding quarter at Physiomechanics!
👏 A huge congratulations to Jane, our incredible Admin Manager, for taking out Employee of the Quarter! Jane’s dedication to audit preparation, her constant support for both our physios and reception team, and her ability to hold everything together truly make her the glue of Physiomechanics. 💪✨
💐 We also farewelled Talia as she begins her maternity leave — we’ll miss her energy around the clinic but can’t wait to meet the newest member of her family soon!
🎓 And a big well done to Nicola, who has completed her final placement with us and will officially be joining the Physiomechanics physio team next year!
We’re so grateful for our hardworking, fun, and supportive crew — and we’re already looking forward to our Christmas party to wrap up 2025! 🎄🥂

14/10/2025

💪 “You can’t go wrong with getting strong.” 💪

When it comes to the upper limb, strength is one of the best forms of injury prevention and rehabilitation.
Whether you’re recovering from shoulder pain, elbow tendinopathy, or wrist strain — progressive strength training helps restore balance, stability, and control through the arm.

✨ Remember: strength isn’t just for athletes — it’s for anyone who wants to move better, feel stronger, and stay active without pain.

Address

157 Great South Road
Takanini
2112

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 7pm
Tuesday	7am - 7pm
Wednesday	7am - 7pm
Thursday	7am - 7pm
Friday	7am - 7pm
Saturday	8am - 12pm

Telephone

+6492997677

Website

http://www.physiomechanics.co.nz/

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Physio Mechanics is an industry leading physiotherapy clinic, gym and pilates studio. We deliver excellence in individualised total body rehabilitation in a professional, friendly and effective way facilitating injury rehabilitation and prevention. We have a highly experienced huge team so are able to specialize in a wide range of rehab needs from headache and migraine treatment, womens health, pilates, chiropractic care, custom orthotics prescription, acupuncture and dry needling, massage therapy, and so much more. Visit one of our clinics today or call on 09 299 7677 (Takanini), or 09 296 7677 (Karaka) for immediate relief of your aches and pains.