Not All Assessments Are Equal When you book a “first session” for pain or injury, it can often feel like a routine exercise in ticking boxes. At Bodyreform, we approach diagnosis differently. We don’t believe in just treating your symptoms; we believe in a structured, evidence-based clinical pathway designed to identify the true driver of…
Why Your “Tear” Might Be Normal (and how to fix it) If you’ve recently had an ultrasound or MRI on a painful shoulder, hip, or heel, you may have been confronted with words like “severe degeneration,” “thickening,” or “tears.” For many patients, these results cause immediate fear. However, at Bodyreform, we look at the person,…
The Silent Shift: Oestrogen and Your Skeleton As women move through their 40s and 50s, the hormonal landscape shifts significantly. While symptoms like hot flushes or sleep disturbances get most of the attention, one of the most critical changes is happening internally: a rapid decline in bone mineral density. Oestrogen plays a vital role in…
Returning to the gym or running after a holiday? Learn the clinical signs of “Too Much, Too Soon” syndrome and how to rebuild your fitness safely with Bodyreform. Why do we get injured after a break? It is a common scenario: you return from a summer holiday feeling refreshed and ready to hit your pre-break…
Have you recently started feeling pain in your hip after exercise or activity? Or maybe your hip aches after sitting for too long or standing? Hip pain can be frustrating and confusing — especially when the source of the discomfort isn’t immediately clear. Hip Pain Doesn’t Always Start in the Hip The human body is…
At Bodyreform Physiotherapy, we’re proud to work alongside Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS) specialists to support patients with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Whether you’re recovering from jaw surgery or hoping to avoid it, our team provides expert, evidence-based care designed to improve jaw mobility, reduce pain, and support long-term function. What Is TMJ? Detailed Assessment: To…
At Bodyreform, we are committed to providing advanced physiotherapy treatments, including the use of ultrasound technology. However, it’s important to clarify that while ultrasound is a valuable tool in rehabilitation, it is not used for diagnosing spinal or other musculoskeletal injuries. How We Use Ultrasound in Physiotherapy Ultrasound in physiotherapy serves a different purpose than…
Careway: Faster, Fully Funded Healthcare for Injured New Zealanders available at Bodyreform If you’re dealing with pain from an injury, getting the right care quickly is crucial. That’s where Careway comes in. Careway is a fully funded ACC programme designed to provide injured New Zealanders with faster access to high-quality healthcare services—at no cost to…
Are you or someone you know experiencing pain at the front or side of the knee, especially during running or exercise? Knee pain is a common issue that affects many people, making everyday activities like squatting, climbing stairs, or even sitting for long periods uncomfortable. Understanding the underlying causes and how to treat them effectively…
Have you hurt your shoulder? Shoulder pain can be debilitating, and one of the common culprits is an injury to the rotator cuff—a group of four muscles responsible for stabilizing and moving your shoulder joint. These muscles play a vital role in your ability to lift, rotate, and perform everyday activities. What Is the Rotator…
Frozen Shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, is a condition that affects up to 5% of the general population and nearly half of those with diabetes. It is characterized by pain, stiffness, and a limited range of motion in the shoulder. Without treatment, Frozen Shoulder can last up to 30 months—or even longer—making early intervention crucial to…
Your pelvic floor muscles play a vital role in your overall health, supporting your bladder, uterus, and bowel. They help prevent incontinence, prolapse, and are essential for sexual function. Despite their importance, pelvic floor health is often overlooked—let’s change that! What Can Affect the Pelvic Floor? Pelvic floor muscles can be weakened by: Problems aren’t…
At Bodyreform, we’re proud to have a team of passionate, skilled, and inspiring Clinical Pilates instructors who bring their unique flair to every class. Whether you’re looking for rehabilitation, strength-building, or just a good old-fashioned endorphin boost, our team is here to guide you every step of the way. Let’s introduce you to the stars…
In the world of healthcare, the term “red flags” is both descriptive and essential. These warning signs raise the suspicion of potentially serious underlying conditions, helping health professionals double-check that nothing important is overlooked. However, the presence of red flags doesn’t always guarantee a severe issue, and their absence doesn’t always rule out hidden pathology.…
Can’t sleep on your shoulder at night? Pain shoots when you move or twist your arm in certain positions. Pain has been lingering for some time now. Don’t leave your shoulder pain for long. Why?…the sooner you have your pain managed, the quicker your shoulder or any injury will return back to normal functioning. Tendon…
Suffering from back pain? Can’t find the magic solution to manage or eliminate your back pain? Bodyreform assesses and treats back pain daily. The most effective management is obtaining the correct diagnosis. Once stabilized through x-rays, MRI, assessment and possible referral to Sports Physicians and Spinal Surgeons. Once we know exactly what is going on…whether…
Have you been limping for a while/or been using a moon boot? Getting pain walking uphill or upstairs or having trouble getting in and out of a car. Is your pain on the bony part of your lateral hip and deep into your buttock muscle? At our Grey Lynn physio clinic, we are assessing many…
PHYSIOTHERAPY FOR THE AUCKLAND MARATHON 2014 So you want to run the Auckland Half Marathon or even the Auckland Marathon? It’s not just about being cardiovascular fit, it’s about having muscular endurance and the mental drive to power through the tough bits and get to the finish line. Running the race is the easiest part,…
Physiotherapy in Grey Lynn/Ponsonby to keep you free from running injuries. So you want to run the 2014 Auckland Half Marathon? Would you like to run it well? or just get to the start line after all the winter training and long runs to get your feet used to the idea of running 21.1 km…
Homage to our Pelvic Floors It is crazy the lack of attention we give to our pelvic floor muscles. Many of my clients come into the clinic with no idea what they are or how to work them. My friends don’t worry about them thinking they will only need attention when they have children. They…
Training for the Auckland Half Marathon 2014 Hopefully, you successfully secured a ticket in the 2014 Auckland Marathon or Half Marathon. Now, just need to start training for the big event! Getting to the start line after months of training really is a success in itself. Physio’s at Bodyreform in Ponsonby Auckland treat people with…
Do you suffer from a sore achy lower back? Annoyed that your spine is sore in the morning, and takes a while to get moving. Maybe you have some pain referral that is problematic and making your spine weaker. Frustrated at not being able to lift the grandchildren, play golf or other sports, or fear-full…
Looking for a pilates class local to you? There is one right under your nose. Bodyreform has been offering a class outside of their Grey Lynn Physio Clinic in Auckland for nearly 1o years. Wow, that’s a long time! Our class runs at the Maungawhau School hall presently, at 6.30 -7.30 pm (Update: please refer to…
Patellofemoral Pain / Knee Pain / Anterior Knee Pain How Physio in Auckland, Grey Lynn, and Ponsonby can help you! Knee pain is common painful condition found in knees. People using feel pressure or pain right underneath the kneecap or patella. This pain is exacerbated by walking downstairs, repeated knee flexion such as squats and…
Knee Pain and Back Pain. Physiotherapists at Bodyreform in Ponsonby, Grey Lynn Auckland are here to help you! Anterior knee pain is a common orthopedic problem amongst runners, cyclists or anyone who has had a blow to the knee, or exercises often. It can cause problems sitting, walking up or down stairs, and even stop…
Running Case Study: Karen came to physiotherapy with pain in her right Achilles and heel pain after running. This is a new niggle, and as she is training for the Taupo half marathon in August, really wanted to ensure she was not looking down the long lonely barrel of Achilles tendonitis. Luckily for Karen, her right…
PREGNANCY CARE Peace pillows are still in stock at the clinic, $99 each. We also have specifically shaped pregnancy pillows, to help reduce any pain whilst side sleeping at night. Ligaments weaken with pregnancy, and as our pelvis is heavily made up of ligaments, pain can be a problem throughout the pregnancy term. Denton’s pregnancy…
Myths Around Running: As the Auckland marathon is approaching in November, Helen at Bodyreform thought it would be a great idea to address some myths that surround running, training and related injuries. Every year we have people coming to the clinic with pre-race pain and injuries. I think you know you are winning when you reach…
HALF MARATHON RUNNING PREPARATION if you are one of the lucky ones who managed to fight for a half marathon ticket in May for Auckland’s Half Marathon, well done! Hopefully, your training is right on target. In preparation, ensure you are: practicing at least one flexibility session per week and one strength session per week…
NEW TUESDAY NIGHT MAT CLASS – 7.30 PM Due to popular demand, we now have a summer, late evening mat class. Tuesday 7.30 pm – 8.30 pm. Mat class, using bands, weights, and rollers. Concessions are in 4-week blocks, $72 for a month. Class numbers limited. Please call or email clinic to book. First class starting…
ULTRASOUND IMAGING HAS ARRIVED IN OUR CLINIC Bodyreform is the proud owner of a near new Sonosite Ultrasound machine. To enhance the best practice for all our lower spine clients, we can take a look at what your abdominals are doing, in real time. Just like car mechanics can pop the bonnet, we can use…
