Takapuna Physiotherapy

19/08/2026

A great listen for any budding physiotherapists out there, about a women's journey to become a physiotherapist.

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In this episode of The Guest Speaker, Jessica takes us inside the pathway to becoming a physiotherapist: from choosing high-school subjects and applying for university, to practical exams, clinical placements and navigating those first years in the workforce.

She also breaks down the different areas of physiotherapy many students may never have considered - including musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and neurological physiotherapy - and shares how her own career evolved from private practice and sideline rugby into concussion rehabilitation and chronic pain management.

Jessica also opens up about a side of healthcare that isn't always taught in the classroom: the emotional weight of spending every day with people experiencing pain, learning to create boundaries, and recognising that being a great physiotherapist requires far more than simply understanding the human body.

For students considering physiotherapy, healthcare, sport or rehabilitation, this episode offers an honest look at what studying and working as a physiotherapist can really look like — and why communication, empathy and connecting with people may be some of the most important skills you can bring to the profession.

07/06/2026

Kazuki Jahana has been part of our team for over a year now! Patients appreciate his thorough and caring approach to treatment. Thanks Kazuki for all you do to help your patients recover from injury!

03/03/2026

Now open on Saturdays! Michelle Hermanta is our Saturday physiotherapist available from 9-3pm. Come and get those niggles looked at before they become chronic! Book here https://nzappts.gensolve.com/takapuna_physio

31/10/2025

Come and see Nikki at the Takapuna Wellness Market, on today from 8-2pm.

10/02/2025

Osteoarthritis exercise classes starting soon. Suitable for those with either hip and/or knee osteoarthritis. Small group sessions, 2 x week, under the supervision of an experienced physiotherapist. Contact Nikki at [email protected] to express your interest!

03/11/2024

We have moved! After many years at Lake Road, we have moved around the corner to 2 Burns Ave (on the corner of Burns and Byron). We are loving our new space which includes 5 treatment rooms and a light filled reception area. Come and check us out if you are passing. We have 3 patient carparks outside as well as street parking nearby.

29/04/2024

This would be amazing for any mums and young daughters looking to exercise together.

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Join Gemma for our Mother and Daughter Pilates class. The groups will be small with only 4 couples. Gemma is an experienced physio, Pilates and Yoga instructor. The class will suit girls aged 10 years and older. Classes will run for 45 minutes every Thursday at 4.30 pm, in our Milford clinic. $30 per couple.

10/12/2023

All ready for Christmas at the clinic - come and grab a stocking stuffer if you're passing!

14/11/2023

Introducing Michelle Hermanta to our physiotherapy team! Michelle has been working with us for 4 months now as a senior physiotherapist. She has a particular interest in using Pilates principles with a reformer apparatus to help with her patients rehabilitation and body awareness to empower them to have better control and build resilience to prevent future injuries. Michelle enjoys playing Badminton and doing regular strength training, which helps her to keep up with her 1 year old son and 4 year old golden retriever!