TBI Health Group New Zealand

Our wonderful physio Desiree, supported the Old Boys University team to victory in the first round of premier club rugby in Wellington to win the Swindale Shield. Congratulations Des and the Boys, and good luck to all of the other teams in round two!

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Hauora Connect is based on the Māori holistic model of health Te Whare Tapa Whā, which encourages you to take care of all the different aspects of your life that support your wellbeing.

Hauora Connect can support you by:
▪️ Connecting you to Māori, Pacific Island and cultural health providers
▪️ Ensuring your cultural needs are supported
▪️ Delivering a culturally appropriate service

For more information about Hauora Connect and how we can help you, please visit www.tbihealth.co.nz/services/hauora-connect/

The TBI Health Group New Zealand Tri Challenge returns in 2024!

This team event emphasises well-being for workplaces and schools (years 7 - 13). Step out of the office and connect with colleagues through this friendly physical activity challenge.

Join in teams of three to complete a 1.5km row, 3km spin bike, and 1.5km run. The event is at the Hill City-University Clubrooms, next to Sport Otago, 40 Logan Park Drive. Entry is $30 per team.

Dates: August 20-22. Book your team's 45-minute time slot between 9am and 5pm over these three days. Only four teams can participate at a time, so secure your preferred slot quickly.
https://form.jotform.com/241887300133047

Entries close on Wednesday, August 14, or when fully booked.

We are thankful for having the support of TBI Health sponsoring this event, as well as the Otago Polytechnic Institute of Sport, Exercise and Health supplying the equipment and student helpers.

Our Christchurch Clinic, Well at Work, and Rehab at Home teams all came together to celebrate Matariki last month. They shared a breakfast while completing artwork and reflecting on the year that has passed while setting intentions for the year to come. 🙏

Members of the Te Matau-a-Māui team attended the Whānau Marama Light Show on late last month. This was a sensory spectacle and taught us about the local voyagers to the region. We all absolutely loved it!

Another good victory to the Harbour Old Boys! Hamish, our Upper North Island Regional Clinic Manager and Jono, Physio at TBI Health Rosedale with Dr John Mayhew providing medical support for the North Harbour Knights vs the NZ Parliamentary Team at Onewa Domain a couple of weeks ago (21st June). Photo credit: Kathryn Nobbs Photography

Introducing our new Whanganui clinic that has recently moved locations! We can now be found at 53D Wilson Street, next to Speedy Signs.

Pop in to chat with our clinicians or phone 06 222 3001 to book an appointment now.

The medial collateral ligament (MCL) is a thickened band-like structure on the inside of the knee that attaches to the bottom of the thigh bone (femur) and crosses the knee joint where it attaches to the top of the shin bone (tibia). It is one of the four main ligaments responsible for maintaining the stability of the knee joint and functions to resist force applied from the outer surface.

An injury to the MCL can be caused by:
▪️ A sudden force to the outside of the knee while it is slightly bent e.g. a heavy tackle in rugby
▪️ A twisting force to the knee while the knee is slightly bent

Due to the varying grades of MCL injury, it is very important to get comprehensive assessment and treatment from a physiotherapist. Isolated mild-moderate MCL injuries are managed conservatively with physiotherapy and may take 4-6 weeks to return to full function. For more severe MCL injuries, return to higher-level activity may take 10-12 weeks of rehabilitation.

In rare cases, surgical intervention may be required when the injury involves multiple ligaments/structures within the knee joint. After surgery, physiotherapy management similar to low-grade MCL injuries is essential for rehabilitation. Your physiotherapist will guide you in a graduated return to play program once the injury has healed correctly.

Book online www.tbihealth.co.nz or call 0800 824 432 - we have clinics nationwide 👍

Has this sport season been a bit tough on the old body? 🤕

TBI Health’s Injury Rehab service offers effective physiotherapy designed to help you swiftly return to your favourite sports, work, and daily activities. Our skilled physiotherapists and multidisciplinary team work together to treat a wide range of conditions, including sports injuries, back, neck, and shoulder pain, headaches, as well as muscle and joint issues. From head to toe, we provide comprehensive care for all of your niggles and injuries.

TBI Health is an ACC registered provider. Our friendly team can help lodge your injury claim and provide you with immediate treatment. You may qualify for ACC subsidised or fully funded treatment depending on your specific injury or circumstance. Your physio will be able to discuss this at your first appointment.

You do not need a referral to book an appointment with us. Book online www.tbihealth.co.nz or call 0800 824 432 👍

Every July is Mindfulness Month, an initiative to encourage small new daily habits that have a big impact on your wellbeing and also to raise funds to help the Mental Health Foundation of NZ uplift the mental health and wellbeing of our rangatahi/young people.

This year they have four weekly challenges to take on and Week 1 is all about journalling. That is, putting pen to paper to help process your thoughts and emotions. Have you tried journalling before?

Why: The daily task of writing, drawing or noting your thoughts, emotions or things you're grateful for is proven to improve mental wellbeing, help you process difficult life events and increase self-awareness and understanding.

How: Use any journal you like, or your Month Done book with daily prompts. You can write, draw, doodle or make a list. Do whatever works for you.

Find out more here: https://mindfulnessmonth.co.nz/how-it-works

Today June 28, 2024 marks Matariki, a very special day in our calendar - Maori New Year in Aoteroa, New Zealand.

The theme this year is Matariki heri kai and comes from the Māori proverb ‘Matariki whetū heri kai’ meaning ‘Matariki, the bringer of food’.

A call to return to your whānau and your people, wherever and whoever that might be. Celebrate, eat and be with one another. Reconnect with where you are from - the mountains, rivers, ocean and land and reflect on our relationship with your environment and gratitude with the food we take from it.

Mānawa maiea te putanga o Matariki.
Mānawa maiea te ariki o te rangi.
Mānawa maiea te Mātahi o te tau.

Celebrate the rising of Matariki.
Celebrate the rising of the lord of the sky.
Celebrate the rising of the New Year.

On behalf of the TBI Health Team
Chris Gregg, CEO

Did you know that our Rehab at Home service provides in-home assessments and rehabilitation for people of all ages?

That means we can support your recovery from injury, surgery, illness, neurological event or a fall in your home.

How much will it cost?
There are a number of funding options available to support our Rehab at Home services, including full or partial ACC funding for those with injuries, and health insurance coverage for those who have had surgery in private hospitals. Please contact us if you would like to discuss your situation. We will work with relevant agencies to help you access any available funding.

Phone us on 0800 824 432 and select Rehab at Home services or email [email protected].

TBI Health wishes everyone a safe and happy long weekend celebrating Matariki, the marking of the Māori New Year!

The themes of Matariki ✨ Celebrating the present. Learning more about the themes of Matariki can help you to create your own traditions with loved ones. How might you celebrate the present? For many whānau, this is by coming together and sharing kai.

Did you know that over 80% of New Zealanders will experience some form of back pain in their lifetime? If you've experienced back pain, then you'll know what a struggle it can be. It can impact on your work and your general ability to keep moving and enjoy life.

TBI Health’s SpineCare service provides effective treatment for people suffering from acute and chronic back pain, neck pain and spinal pain. We are a registered ACC provider and can support you in lodging your injury claim.

Our SpineCare service can help you by:
• Identifying and explaining the nature of your pain.
• Developing a customised rehabilitation programme that works best for you.
• Giving you the ability to manage your pain so you can remain active.

Check out the link below to find out more about TBI Health SpineCare and how we can help you:
https://loom.ly/pHBJvt8

Spine Care Services | Back Pain, Neck Pain, Spinal Pain | TBI Health TBI Health SpineCare provides treatment for people suffering from acute and chronic back pain, neck pain and spinal pain. Find out about how we can help you

A BIG thank you to the legendary team at TBI Health Group New Zealand (Tauranga) for their incredible fundraising efforts during the Aotearoa 100k’s in 30 Days challenge! It was a pleasure to meet such a lovely group of people. 💛

🎉Our Mana clinic has been revamped! Thank you to everyone that joined to bless and open Te Whare Ora no Mana. We are looking forward to the next chapter within the clinic free of drills, hammers, and construction!

It feels great when you’re able to get back to the things you love - like playing with your kids!

Give us a call if you've got a nagging injury or pain that's stopping you from all the game play with your little ones! We're NZ wide and here to help you get back to doing what you love without the discomfort - 0800 824 432 or book online.

Pass it on - it's Bowel Cancer Awareness Month in Aotearoa.

Bowel cancer is the second-highest cause of cancer death in New Zealand, but it shouldn’t be – it’s beatable and treatable if diagnosed early enough. Head to www.bowelcancernz.org.nz for a wealth of information and resources💚

Know the symptoms. Get checked. Take action this Awareness Month!

TBI Health’s specialist Concussion service provides assessment and rehabilitation to support people that have had a mild to moderate traumatic brain injury/concussion. Our Concussion services are currently available in these regions:

▪️ Auckland
▪️ Bay of Plenty
▪️ Hawkes Bay
▪️ Wellington-Wairarapa
▪️ Nelson
▪️ Canterbury
▪️ Otago

To access TBI Health’s ACC-funded concussion services, you will need a referral from your GP, Urgent Medical Centre or hospital. Referrals should be sent to [email protected] or alternatively 👉 https://tbihealth.co.nz/referral/

As well, as an ACC registered provider, if your concussion is a result of an injury, we can also lodge your claim and provide immediate treatment. Please phone 0800 824 432 if you have any questions about our concussion service.

Falls which include slipping and tripping are the single largest cause of injury for New Zealanders across all age groups.

>>> Take this quiz (see images) to see if you or a relative are at risk of falling👇

If you answered YES to three or more of the questions then you could be at a higher risk of falling and could benefit from the help of a physio.

If you have fallen in the past, are afraid of falling or have an elderly relative afraid of falling, contact us on 0800 824 432 to book an in-home falls assessment and individualised exercise programme.

TBI Health’s hand therapy service provides assessment, diagnosis and rehabilitation of any condition, pain or injury of the upper limb (shoulder, arm, elbow, forearm, wrist and hand).

Our experienced hand therapy team have expert knowledge to manage the rehabilitation of hand and upper extremity injuries.

We work closely with orthopaedic surgeons and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure the best possible outcomes for you.

Our expanding team of Hand Therapists now covers 11 regions in NZ - these are all listed on our Hand Therapy page! Please contact a clinic near you if you'd like to book in with a Hand Therapist👍 www.tbihealth.co.nz/services/injury-rehab/hand-therapy/

🎉TBI Health are proud to have been one of the sponsors of the Te Tiriti Based Futures + Anti-Racism online conference in March earlier this year!

A message from the organisers reads: "Your support helped 4,858 people register, for free, to learn about Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Anti-racism. Over 9000 sessions were watched over the 10 days, and over 4000 messages were sent in the chat. 33 new webinars were added to our YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/), bringing the total number to 111 - an open-access resource available all year round for building the movement!"

What's your score? Check out the link to the quiz below to get your health score - small steps can make a huge difference to your life and that of your loved ones.

Men's Health Week (10th -16th June) is about getting men to start thinking more about their health and remind them there are ways to better manage health to live longer and better. You'll find lots of info on the Men's Health Week website including how to avoid some basic health problems. It's all about taking small steps - walk a little, eat a little better, drink a little less (alcohol) and so on - see and feel the changes and enjoy life more.

https://menshealthweek.co.nz/mens-health-survey/

TBI Health Dunedin is running a Sports Injury Clinic. If you sustain a sports related injury that is covered by ACC, there will be no surcharge for your physio assessment.

Book an appointment via the link below at our Sports Injury Clinic on Mondays 9am - 12pm: https://nzappts.gensolve.com/tbi/clinician/details/dunedin_sports_injury_clinic We are a registered ACC provider and can help you register your injury. Get in quick - limited appointment slots available.

Location:
TBI Health Dunedin North
Albany House
Level 2/27 Albany Street
Dunedin North
Dunedin 9059
Phone: 03 951 2666

Please note: Appointments must be booked in advance. Please call the clinic on 03 951 2666 if you need to cancel your appointment or for any queries.

One of the four pillars of Te Whare Tapa Whā is Taha whanau - where the health of our 'family' structures play a huge part in our hauora (wellbeing). If we feel safe, seen and supported by our whanau, (past, present and future) this gives us strength to believe in ourselves and where we fit in our wider world.

This is about who you feel you belong with, who you care about and share your life with. Whanau is about more than immediate family too, it includes relationships with our friends, colleagues and community.

It's an important piece to the overall picture of your wellbeing and one that we care about in our approach to your healing journey.

Our TBI Health Shop offers an incredible range of products tailored to support your rehabilitation. You'll find everything from braces, creams and waxes to exercise aids, tapes and items for footcare and hand therapy. Come take a look! 👀

If you're interested in having a browse, head over to www.tbihealthshop.co.nz or you can find the link on our website - just click on 'Shop' in the main menu.