Physiotherapy

Dry needling by Rangiora Physiotherapists & Podiatrists

Dry Needling is a western form of acupuncture used to target largely musculoskeletal conditions. It is useful in reducing muscle spasm and tightness by focusing directly at points of muscular adhesion. This may be used to good effect with hands-on physiotherapy techniques and exercise-based rehabilitation in cases of repeat “pulled” calf muscles or hamstrings. It is also particularly useful in situations where lifestyle and work cause increased tightness of specific muscles. This can often be the case in the front of the hip and gluteal muscles in sitting occupations or shoulders and back in work roles that involve a lot of lifting.

Susan Larson

Physiotherapist

BPhty (credit)

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Susan has been a physiotherapist for over 20 years and has studied and worked in New Zealand, Australia and the USA. She spent the early part of her career working in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and developed strong manual therapy skills. On moving to America, Susan studied for and gained a Certificate of Advanced Study in Physical Therapy (Orthopaedics) and a Clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions in Boston.

Jeremy Poff

Physiotherapist

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Sophie

Sophie podiatrist

Podiatrist

BHSc (Pod)

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Sophie graduated as a podiatrist from AUT in 2016. After working in Auckland for the past eighteen months, she made the move back to Canterbury to join the Active Health team.

Sophie has been involved in a wide range of sports over the years such as rowing, track cycling, hockey and horse riding to name a few. She first saw a podiatrist herself when she was younger to help her with her gait pattern and was intrigued by the process of making orthotics and helping people walk with comfort.

Sophie has a keen interest in all areas of podiatry.

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