Our 3 treatment rooms are in the Allied Health Suite upstairs at the integrated Longhurst Health building at 53 Caulfield Ave, Longhurst.
This modern building has Doctors, Dentists, Pharmacy and Allied Health Practitioners all in the same building.
With us in the Allied Health suite are Hand Therapists, Chiropractor, Podiatrists, Psychologists and Speech and Language Therapists. We have the capacity to run our GLAD and Performance Pilates classes out of here.
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday
Tuesday & Friday
Saturday & Sunday
Tuesday
Friday
5:30pm – 6:30pm
1:45pm – 2:45pm
Monday
Thursday
10:30am – 11:30am & 5.30pm – 6.30pm
10:15am – 11:15am & 6pm – 7pm
Qualifications: Diploma of Physiotherapy, Otago, 1990. Currently studying for a Post Grad certificate in rehabilitation
Biography: I am a NZ trained physio who has worked in NZ, Michigan (USA) and for 18 years in a private practice in London (UK). 30 years of full-time physio means I’ve seen nearly everything that would come through a physio’s doors! I returned to NZ with my family in 2014 and we made our home in Christchurch. I stepped off the plane, went to an interview at You First Physio and started working for them the following week.
Clinical interests: Hip, knee and ankle injuries, Osteoarthritis, Health and wellbeing in the over 40s, Running rehabilitation
Hobbies/interests: International food and travel (though I’m now looking forward to getting to know NZ a whole lot better), Keeping fit, music, reading and perpetual learning
Why you love being a physio/part of the team: I love the variety and diversity of people I meet and being a part of their journey through injury. I especially get a kick out of seeing people realising they can achieve so much more than they think and helping them exceed their goals. The team we have at You First Physio are a wonderful group of people who support and nurture each other. I feel like I have another family in this environment!
Book With Cate
Qualifications: Diploma of Physiotherapy 1988 ATI School of Physiotherapy Post Graduate Diploma of Manipulative Physiotherapy 1995 – University of Otago
Biography/ Experience: I have enjoyed working in musculoskeletal physiotherapy for 30 years. I initially worked at Christchurch Hospital then spent 3 years in the UK working in various musculoskeletal settings. On returning to NZ I completed a year of post grad study in Dunedin and worked over a period of 15 years at SportsMed in Christchurch where I gained a lot of sports physio experience and worked with various national and regional teams including: NZ Womens Academy and U18 Girls Hockey; Canterbury Mens and Womens Hockey; Netball World Cup and NZ Womens Cricket. Following that I worked in a London sports physiotherapy clinic which specialised in running. On my return to Christchurch I worked in an occupational health physiotherapy role before joining the fantastic team at You First Physio in 2011. Over this time I have continued my professional development by attending numerous courses and conferences.
Clinical interests: I have experience in, and enjoy, treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. My areas of special interest include: sports injuries, back and neck pain/ injuries, pregnancy and post-natal related back pain, hip pain, and rehabilitation including Pilates. I take our Performance Pilates classes at Longhurst.
Why you love being a physio/part of the team: You First Physio is a fantastic place to work and I love being part of a team of people who are motivated and passionate about doing the best for their clients. We are committed to treating every client as an individual and providing the best evidence-based care. The most rewarding part of being a physio for me is connecting with people and helping them achieve their goals.
Book With Sally
Qualifications: Diploma of Physiotherapy, Otago School of Physiotherapy Post Graduate Certificate Manipulation, Post Graduate Certificate Acupuncture
Biography: For the last 16 years I have worked in Private Practice in Lincoln (Lincoln-Sportsmed-Motus) and joined the team at You First Physio at their Longhurst site in February 2020. Being a senior Physiotherapist, I have completed many post graduate courses on muscle and joint injuries. If appropriate, I can manipulate and use acupuncture as part of my treatment.
Clinical interests: I enjoy treating all types of injuries and am experienced in diagnosing and treating with a “Hands On” approach plus exercises.
Hobbies/interests: Outside work, I enjoy biking, netball and keeping busy on our 10-acre block.
Why you love being a physio/part of the team: There is a great team environment at Longhurst. Also being able to work alongside Podiatry and Hand Therapy gives us the benefit of their skills if needed
Book With Mary
Qualifications: Physiotherapist, University of Heidelberg 1995
Biography: I grew up in Germany and after graduating worked at the University Nurnberg, in a Rehab hospital in the Black Forest and in private practice. In 1999 I moved to New Zealand and worked at Timaru Hospital and Older Persons Health in Christchurch before joining You First Physio in 2007. In 2019 I completed my Yoga Therapy Teacher training. Over my years working in Germany and NZ I have worked in orthopaedics, neurology, psychiatry, older person’s health, amputee care and an acute care/rehab hospital
Clinical interest: Back and Upper Limb/Shoulder/elbow injuries with focus on hands-on techniques, especially myofascial release and trigger point treatments and exercise prescription
Hobbies/interests: yoga, reading, music, dance, travel, hiking, walking and riding my bike,
Why you love being a physio/part of the team: I enjoy being part of a dynamic, dedicated team. I have worked out at the Longhurst site for the past 5 years and love the team approach there. We have a multidisciplinary team that have gelled into great friends as well as work colleagues.
Book With Michaela
Qualifications: BHSc Physiotherapy AUT, Women’s Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Level 1 and 2 APA, Women’s health Through the Life Stages APA, Prolapse and Stress Urinary Incontinence – an Advanced Level 3 Course WHTA, Pelvic Pain – an Advanced Level 3 Course WHTA Dr Melissa Davidson Internals, Dr Melissa Davidson Advanced Pelvic Health Introduction to Female Urinary Incontinence SandS training, Introduction to Pelvic Pain SandS training, Introduction to Pelvic Organ Prolapse SandS training, Personal Training Cert NZIS, Nat Dip Dance Performance, NZSD, BSY Pilates.
Biography: I am a pelvic health and musculoskeletal physio. Prior to life as a physio I was a contemporary dancer, teacher and choreographer while also working in the field of health and fitness in NZ, London and Edinburgh as a personal trainer. On return to NZ I studied physio at AUT in Auckland and then moved back home to Christchurch joining You First in 2018. Since then, I have been building my knowledge and experience in pelvic health and helping women within this incredibly special field of physio.
Clinical interests: I enjoy working with clients at all stages of their lifespan helping women during pregnancy through to recovery postnatal and then with peri and post-menopausal changes. Pelvic pain is also an area that is really rewarding, I absolutely love helping women achieve each goal no matter how big or small it can make a huge difference to their quality of life. Within musculoskeletal physio I love working with artistic athletes helping them rehabilitate and return to their performance and competition goals.
Hobbies/ interests: I enjoy weekend adventures with my young family and our crazy dog. I also enjoy weekly yoga classes and gym sessions. I have also recently learnt to crochet
Why I love being a physio/part of the team: I enjoy being able to incorporate my love for movement into helping people recover from injury. I also enjoy guiding people to reach their movement goals.
Book With Kate
Qualifications: Bachelor of Physiotherapy – University of Otago (2019)
Biography: I am a proud Cantabrian through and through, and was present for all of the earthquakes, floods and fires. Since graduating I have worked in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and have taught Mat Pilates classes for the last couple of years. I have joined the team at You First Physio in 2022.
Clinical interest: Mat and Reformer Pilates, Pelvic health, post-operative rehabilitation, return-to -work planning, management of hypermobility.
Hobbies/interests: I enjoy clocking some hours at the gym or running on the Porthills. Coffee is a bit of a passion and I will happily discuss all the best places to buy coffee in town. You will also find me involved in my local church community.
Why you love being a physio/part of the team: Restoring hope through restoring movement is a powerful part of being a Physio. I love that the values of You First Physio reflect my own. The team is super friendly across all sites, driven to be update-to-date on best practice and all about empowering people.
Biography: I am married with two children aged 18 and 16 and have lived in Christchurch all my life. I am involved with netball as a games official and also support my son in his rowing journey with his school. I have been working with You First physio for the last five years and I love the interactions that I have with our clients, and the variation within my role.
Why I love being a physio/part of the team: The team here are amazing to work alongside as they are very passionate about their role in helping clients to achieve their goals. It is a very friendly, fun and positive environment to be working in.
Coming Soon
Biography: I have recently joined the team, working on Reception part time at both the Longhurst and Riccarton clinics.Being very much a people person I enjoy welcoming, interacting and assisting clients. I feel privileged to be part of a very friendly, happy environment, working with a passionate team of professionals.
Hobbies/interests: Outside of work I enjoy walking, tennis, dancing and spending time with family and friends.
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