Restoring Movement, Strength, and Wellbeing

Our physiotherapy services employs evidence-based techniques to help individuals regain mobility, strength, and function after injury, disability, or illness.

Our highly trained physiotherapists  can assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of conditions. Beyond rehabilitation, we also provide preventative care to help you avoid injuries and maintain optimal health.

While physiotherapy is commonly associated with injury recovery, our practitioners also address and prevent issues related to:

✅ Musculoskeletal system (joints, bones, soft tissue)
✅Cardiovascular health ( heart)
✅ Respiratory function ( chest and lungs)

All our physiotherapists hold university degrees and are registered with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand, ensuring they meet strict competency standards and engage in ongoing professional development.

High-Performance Sports Physiotherapy

Mountside Physio + Wellness has supported elite and developing athletes as regional high-performance specialists in assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation.

Our team has extensive experience across international sports, applying advanced biomechanics and anatomical expertise to athletic demands. Through close collaboration with sports medicine doctors and specialists, we ensure swift, accurate diagnoses and seamless referrals when needed.

Key services include:

⚕️ Return-to-Play Programs – Structured rehab for safe, efficient recovery
⚕️ Sports-Specific Assessments – Tailored to your discipline
⚕️ Injury Prevention Strategies – Minimising downtime

Our directors are actively involved in research, teaching, and national physiotherapy governance, regularly presenting at Sport BOP events and national conferences. We also offer custom workshops for athletes, coaches, schools, and sports organisations.

With a decade of experience at the highest levels of sport (both in NZ and internationally), we prioritise:

✅ Rapid, precise diagnosis
✅ Evidence-based treatment (backed by global research)
✅ Seamless communication with your support team (coaches, managers, etc.)

Education & Injury Prevention

At Mountside Physio + Wellness, patient education is a cornerstone of care. We empower you with personalised guidance on:

• Understanding your injury
• Preventing future issues
• Optimising movement, nutrition, and hydration

Every client receives advice and actionable plans for long-term recovery and performance.
 

Specialised Treatment Techniques

Mobilisation

A gentle, safe manual therapy technique applied to joints and soft tissues to reduce stiffness and improve mobility with minimal side effects.
 

Manipulation

For more persistent joint restrictions, our postgraduate-trained therapists use controlled, precise adjustments (particularly in the spine, neck, and back) to alleviate pain and restore range of motion. You’ll always be informed before any advanced techniques are used.
 

Rehab and Prehab Programmes 

Many injuries recur due to incomplete rehabilitation. Our customised exercise programs target strength, stability, and flexibility to ensure full recovery and prevent future issues.
 

Acupuncture & Dry Needling

• Traditional Acupuncture (Western approach): Uses fine needles at specific points to reduce pain, swelling, and inflammation.
• Dry Needling: Targets trigger points in tight muscles to relieve tension, commonly used for sports injuries, headaches, and chronic pain.

Strapping

We offer multiple strapping techniques designed to protect muscles and joints, reduce strain, enhance posture, and prevent injuries. Whether you need stabilisation post-injury or proactive support for physical activity, we’ll customise the approach for your needs.

Want to learn self-strapping? We’ll teach you the proper techniques—plus, you can revisit the step-by-step tutorials anytime on  sister clinic Bureta Physio YouTube Channel for a quick refresher.
 

Muscle Balance Assessment

Critical for recurring injuries, athletes, and growing teens, this 60-minute evaluation identifies muscle imbalances contributing to pain or dysfunction.
 

Postural Analysis

Persistent one-sided pain? We assess for leg length discrepancies, pelvic misalignment, or other postural issues—often mistaken for simple "leg length differences."
 

Deep Tissue Massage

For targeted relief, our on-site massage therapist (Diploma in Advanced Therapeutic Massage) works on specific areas to reduce pain, tension, and promote recovery. Read more

Gait Scan Analysis

Our pressure-plate technology analyses foot function during standing/walking, identifying hidden issues that cause pain. Results guide custom orthotics (backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee)
 

Running Assessment

Using video analysis (treadmill or outdoor), we detect technique flaws leading to injuries or poor performance. Solutions include strength training, rehab drills, and form corrections.
 

Worksite Assessments

We provide on-site workplace assessments across Tauranga to optimise desk setups and prevent strain in today’s sedentary work environments.