In order to be at our best we need to be able to use our
bodies to the way they are designed to move. Many factors, such as
injury, improper technique, poor habits or inactivity can lead to
altered movement patterns, which in turn can lead to pain and further
injury to body tissue. Appropriate biomechanical feedback on safe
movement patterns and techniques, can be used to treat and preve
nt
injuries caused by altered biomechanics. For example improved running
and training regime to achieve longevity in the sport and peak
performance. By improving movement patterns in the body as a whole
when treating any condition, rather than solely focusing on the
injured part of the body, I believe is the most effective treatment. Phone 021 114 0304
Crossfit Gym, 172 Princes St
katrina@biomechanic.co.nz
www.biomechanic.co.nz
Katrina Anne Potiki Bryant: Owner of thebiomechanic, physiotherapist and Professional Practice Fellow at University of Otago School of Physiotherapy.
• 17 years experience as Physiotherapist.
• Springboard diver, National representative. _Presently coaching.
• Worked with University of Otago School of Physical Education, New
Zealand - Academy of Swimming and Diving Otago on biomechanical
analysis of swimming and springboard diving techniques.
• Developed Safe Running Technique and Biomechanical Analysis, for
recreational runners _as physiotherapist in New York.
• Studied physiotherapy skills to improve golf swing _in New York.
• Implemented golf swing and running biomechanical analysis as a
physiotherapist at Les Mills, Dunedin. Services:
• Physiotherapy - treatment for any injury.
• Musculoskeletal analysis: muscle imbalance testing, joint range of
movement throughout spine and peripheral joints.
• Video analysis of running gait, golf swing and underwater swimming.
• Safe technique training.
• Individualised stretching and strengthening programme to enhance
safe movement patterns.
• Soft tissue massage, joint mobilisation, postural taping and straping.
• Postural analysis. Benefits:
• Promotes safe movement patterns.
• Improvement of movement patterns, which leads to more efficient
sports technique and better training.
• Motivation and goal setting for recreational and competitive sport
participation.
• Improved postural alignment.
• Decreases predisposition to future injury.
