Anna Cherry Acupuncture & Physiotherapy

19/08/2025

Physiotherapy NZ has been lobbying hard over the last several years to allow suitably trained physiotherapists to write work certificates for patients. At present only medical specialists/GPs/some nurse practitioners can give work certificates, and given the current wait times to see GPs this disadvantages patients who are injured and require time off work or have a reduced work capacity. The final details are being ironed out with ACC/Health NZ but it will happen which is a win for everyone! Watch this space ❤️

09/06/2025

Back at work today after an incredible trip to Japan! Great to meet practitioners from all over the world at the World Physio Congress in Tokyo, and so wonderful to catch up with old friends in Gunma, Hiroshima and Miyazaki!! ❤️

25/05/2025

I’m heading to Japan this week for the World Physiotherapy Congress in Tokyo woo hoo! Then a bit of travel visiting friends in Gunma, Hiroshima, and Miyazaki ❤️ I spent a few years living in Japan and I can’t wait to see it again in its hot, humid, early summer glory! Back at work on June 10th.

15/04/2025

I saw this recently and felt strongly enough about it to share! This is such an important read, both from the perspective of being open to and receptive of other people’s viewpoints, and also to understand when a conversation with someone is futile. This takes huge self-awareness and emotional maturity! Sometimes acceptance and letting go of a dispute is the best approach, and the inner peace that follows is worth it x
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11/04/2025

I’m seeing quite a few clients with gluteal tendinopathy at the moment … often in peri or post-menopausal women, characterised by pain in the gluteal/hip region which occasionally refers down the thigh. Symptoms are often worsened with certain movements (ie. stairs, squats), or moving after prolonged sitting. Tendinopathy isn’t an inflammatory condition, rather it is a chronic wear-type of injury to the gluteal tendon(s). There is excellent evidence regarding progressive exercise therapy to help the tendon heal, although it may take many months and sometimes up to a year (so it takes perseverance!). Massage, acupuncture, stretches and heat are also great ways to help the tendon repair itself.

22/03/2025

I saw this this morning and wanted to repost as it’s certainly wise advice! When I lived in Japan these mindsets were absolutely ingrained into everyday Japanese life …
The other that isn’t mentioned is the awareness of how your actions influence others/group harmony. As a result Japan has an exceptionally low crime rate and I found the locals to be considerate, polite and generous ❤️ Food for thought!

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23/01/2025

I’m back into the full swing of things after a lovely summer break!! Hoping you’ve all had a safe holiday season ❤️
Just a reminder that you don’t need to go to your GP for new ACC claims/referrals for musculoskeletal injuries. Practitioners such as physios, osteopaths and chiropractors can assess and treat injuries, write new ACC claims, and refer you for X-rays/scans or to orthopaedic specialists if necessary. With many GP clinics experiencing delays in appointment openings, it’s important to know that you can go straight to your therapist for treatment :)

13/12/2024

It’s summer (yay!!)! ❤️❤️❤️
In Chinese Medicine this is the fire/heart season, which is the Yang peak of the year’s seasonal cycle (the opposite is winter, peak Yin). Summer is the time when things are moving the fastest, there’s lots to do, the days are long and we accomplish a lot! I love this season of celebration and fun!
But, we all should remember to take a pause from the hurried busyness, which means switching off - from screens, emails, and the incessant to-do list. Appreciate a sunset, an evening walk, a swim … to be in the now and appreciate all we have - including our bodies and minds. They too need care, and appreciation for all they achieve, every second of the day. Have a wonderful Christmas and holiday season everyone!!! ###

17/11/2024

Pain is often a hard thing to describe, but pain location, quality and severity gives therapists useful information about your injury. It also lets us know whether a medical referral is necessary. We will ask you to rate your pain out of 10, which gives us an idea of how severe the pain is according to you. We can use this rating as a comparison at later treatments to assess progress. Pain isn’t fun but usually isn’t long lasting!

03/10/2024

Peripheral neuropathy (PN) is a chronic condition of the sesnory nerves that affects the hands or feet leading to numbness, tingling, burning and/or pain. It can occur as a side effect of chemotherapy treatment, or a sequela of diabetes and other conditions. For cancer survivors, PN can be a frustrating ongoing result of their treatment. Studies show that acupuncture can be effective to help prevent and treat periphery neuropathy through encouraging the regeneration of nerves. Treatment course however needs to be longer than for pain conditions due to the slow healing timeframe of nerves.
Ref: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35785559/

29/08/2024

I love these kind of breakfasts! In TCM theory, your digestive organs are most active and efficient in the morning. Eating a low carb/high fat-high protein breakfast gives sustained energy so you don’t get a mid morning energy slump. Avocado, olive oil, eggs, nuts are all great options. Bon appetit!

08/08/2024

Investigations such as ultrasound scans, Xrays and MRIs can be useful tools to help diagnose conditions, however it can be daunting for clients to hear terminology they don't understand. Part of my job as a practitioner is to explain results to my clients in a way they can understand them, and help them not to catastrophise abnormal findings. Abnormal structures don't always give rise to pain, in fact a recent study, results showed that in patients in their 50s with rotator cuffs tears, 50% were asymptomatic! (ref: https://www.saspublishers.com/article/14181/download/)
As we get older it is normal to have some wear and tear, and although it is fantastic we have investigative tools to help determine issues, we need to focus on the bigger picture such as functional ability. We also need to be patient with healing, because as we age our speed of healing slows down too!