As summer approaches in New Zealand, many Aucklanders are eager to return to their favourite outdoor sports and activities. Whether you're preparing for beach volleyball, cricket, tennis, or touch rugby, optimal mobility and joint health are essential for peak performance and injury prevention. At Auckland Physiotherapy, we understand that proper preparation can make the difference […]
Gift-giving occasions throughout the year—birthdays, Christmas, Mother's Day, Father's Day, anniversaries, or simply showing appreciation—often leave us searching for meaningful presents that go beyond material possessions. In an era where health and wellbeing have become paramount, wellness gifts offer lasting value that extends far beyond the unwrapping experience. At Auckland Physiotherapy, we believe the most […]
Excessive Yawning: Your Body is Trying to Tell You Something We all yawn—but when yawning becomes constant, it might be more than just tiredness. Your body has clever ways of telling you something isn’t quite right, and excessive yawning is one of them. The Science Behind the Yawn: Yawning is often linked to nervous system […]
By Auckland Physiotherapy | Evidence-Based Injury Recovery When you're recovering from an injury, whether it's a sports injury, workplace accident, or post-surgical rehabilitation, you've likely heard your physiotherapist emphasize the importance of rest. But what many people don't realize is that quality sleep isn't just about feeling refreshed—it's one of the most powerful tools your […]
By Auckland Physiotherapy | Holistic Health and Wellness In today's fast-paced world, stress has become an almost constant companion for many Aucklanders. Between demanding jobs, family responsibilities, traffic congestion, and the general pressures of modern life, it's no wonder that stress-related health issues are on the rise. While most people associate massage therapy with physical […]
Understanding the Mind-Body Connection in Physiotherapy If you've ever noticed your shoulders creeping up toward your ears during a stressful workday, or felt your neck muscles tighten during a difficult conversation, you're experiencing firsthand how stress affects your body. At Auckland Physiotherapy, we see a wide variety of patients whose muscle pain is significantly influenced […]
How altered breathing patterns—diaphragm inhibition, accessory-muscle overuse and forward-head posture—can cause or worsen chronic neck tension (and what to do about it). This week in clinic I kept noticing a theme: patients arriving with persistent neck tension that just wouldn’t shift, even after stretching, strengthening, or manual therapy. And I felt it in myself too. […]
Are you stuck in the endless cycle of light weights and high repetitions, wondering why your recovery feels like it's crawling along? It's time to flip the script on traditional rehab thinking. The latest research is revealing a game-changing truth: heavier loads with fewer reps can accelerate your recovery by up to 61% compared to […]
Whether you’re an athlete, a desk worker, a busy parent, or simply someone who values self-care, regular massage therapy can be a powerful tool for maintaining your physical and mental wellbeing. But a common question we get is: How often should I be getting a massage to get the most benefit? The answer depends on […]
