Stretching vs Strengthening: What Actually Prevents Injury?
You’ve always been told to stretch to avoid injury—but what if that’s not the full picture? A major study found stretching might not be as protective as we think. Here’s what actually reduces injury risk—and how your Auckland CBD physio can help you stay active and pain-free.
D-Day for patient number 7
Can an ACL tear heal without surgery? At our physiotherapy clinic on Queen St in Auckland CBD, Patient #7 followed a physio-led Cross Bracing Protocol and reached a key milestone: their ACL is healing naturally. This could reshape ACL rehab for the right patients.
Matariki and Snow Season Tips
As Matariki rises in the winter sky, it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and reconnect—with whānau and with your own wellbeing. In this edition, we share the meaning behind Matariki, practical winter wellness tips, and how to get your body ready for the ski season.
Zapping Muscles & Stimulating Brains — Is This Physio’s Sci-Fi Future?
Could electrical stimulation of the brain help with balance, coordination, and recovery after injury? Discover how researchers are blending neuroscience with physiotherapy for a glimpse into the future of rehab.
Can The ACL Heal? Part two
Can a torn ACL really heal without surgery? Groundbreaking research and real-life case studies—like our own Patient #7—are challenging long-held beliefs in sports medicine. Discover how the Cross Bracing Protocol could reshape ACL rehab for good.
Can The ACL Heal?
Surgery or no surgery? We're diving into two real-life ACL rehab journeys—one post-op and one non-operative. Find out what’s possible, what’s changing, and what might work best for your knee.
Low Back Pain & Strengthening – So, What Should You Actually Do?
Struggling with low back pain? You’re not alone—and you don’t need to plank for hours to fix it.
This week, we’re sharing five simple, research-backed exercises that actually help build strength, support your spine, and get you moving again—without the fluff. Bonus: no gym selfies required (unless your dog insists).