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Sports Physio

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Meet Tanya Browne

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Sports Physio (NZ) Ltd established 1999. Company Director and Lead Physiotherapist BHScPhysiotherapy (1998) Post Graduate Diploma Sports and Exercise Medicine (with distinction) 2012.

Tanya has over 25 years clinical experience in Private practice physiotherapy. She has a holistic approach to Physiotherapy practice, ensuring accurate diagnosis, evidence informed treatment, individualised approach and effective care for all Musculoskeletal and Sports injuries and presentations. Treatment may include hands on/ manual therapy techniques and Exercise Rehabilitation alongside Patient education in self care, injury prevention and recovery.

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Tanya is focused on helping patients understand their physical injury/ challenge in a holistic way. Current medical science recognises that physical injuries and pain are influenced by multiple factors including mental health, social, lifestyle, occupation and activity specific factors and loading. Holistic Physiotherapy aims to assist you to not just recover from injury or painful conditions, but to prevent recurrence and enjoy an active lifestyle.

My Services

Physiotherapy

With over 25 years of clinical experience, Tanya provides expert care for people of all ages. Physiotherapy sessions cover musculoskeletal and sports injuries, injury prevention, pre- and post-surgical support, chronic pain management, tailored exercise prescription, manual therapy, dry needling, and Pilates-based rehabilitation.

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Sports Physiotherapy

Tanya is an experienced sports event and team physio and medic, passionate about athlete welfare, injury prevention, and education. She brings elite-level expertise from professional rugby and Olympic sport, is a World Rugby Medical Educator, and delivers workshops for teams and organisations. Get in touch to book support for your team or event.

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ACC Provider

We are an ACC-registered and Southern Cross Easy Claim provider, also working with Careway, private patients, and other insurers. Self-referrals are welcome, no doctor's referral is required, and ACC claims can be lodged directly for eligible injuries.

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Pilates

Physio-led Pilates is evidence-informed and highly effective for rehabilitation, pain management, injury prevention, and performance in both sport and daily life. It can be included as part of your physio rehab or enjoyed in small group classes.

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Physio Massage

Massage with Tanya is designed to help you recover, improve mobility, and keep performing at your best. With her extensive physiotherapy expertise, treatments may also include assessment, remedial advice, joint mobilisation, stretching, dry needling, or Pilates if needed. If you're simply after a passive massage, this may not be the right service — but if you want expert physio hands with real impact, you'll be in good care.

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Parnell Clinic

218 Parnell Road, Parnell, Auckland, 1052

Waitakere Clinic

187 Caton Rd, Waitākere, Auckland 0782

My Rates

ACC Surcharge

Initial Appointment (60 minutes)

$90 (Full Rate)

$70 (Discounted Rate)

Follow up Appointment (30 minutes)

$60 (Full Rate)

$45 (Discounted Rate)

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Private Fees

Initial Appointment (60 minutes)

$150 (Full Rate)

$120 (Discounted Rate)

Follow up Appointment (30 minutes)

$100 (Full Rate)

$85 (Discounted Rate)

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*Discounted Fees are available to ensure equitable access to Physiotherapy Services. Please enquire if you are a student, beneficiary or have a lower income to access these reduced fees. Affordable fees can be discussed to meet your injury needs.

ACC Coverage

ACC covers injuries sustained following accidental trauma or load, and Claims can be lodged at the clinic by the Physiotherapist. Apply to all services for Non-Accidental injuries, Massage, and Pilates.

Accelerated Care Pathways

Sports Physio (NZ) Ltd is a contracted supplier under the Careway programme. Several injury types and certain conditions are able to be cared for under an Accelerated care pathway, with no ACC surcharge. ACC has identified key injuries that require an Interdisciplinary approach, with typically longer periods of care with higher frequency of Physiotherapy appointments required for full recovery. Examples include: Knee ACL injuries, some Ankle ligament injuries, certain cervical spine, lumbar spine and shoulder injuries. Please enquire if your injury might be covered under this scheme.

Southern Cross Easy Claim

Sports Physio (NZ) Ltd is a contracted supplier under the Southern Cross Easy Claim programme. Just let your physio know if you have a Southern Cross policy covering Physiotherapy and we can invoice your insurer directly.

Other Insurers

We supply high quality Physiotherapy services for all healthcare suppliers. Typically we supply a receipt and you lodge for reimbursement with your Insurer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a doctor’s referral to see a physiotherapist?
No. You can self-refer to physiotherapy without a doctor’s referral. Physiotherapists in NZ are primary care practitioners who can lodge ACC claims, refer for radiology, and refer you to GPs, specialists, or other healthcare providers.
Is Sports Physio (NZ) Ltd ACC registered?
Yes. Sports Physio (NZ) Ltd is an ACC registered provider.
Do you help with private or non-insurance injuries?
Yes. We also treat private and non-insurance-covered musculoskeletal concerns and injuries.
Do you treat more than just sports injuries?
Yes. We assess and treat all injuries including accidents, strains, sprains, painful conditions, headaches, postural issues, occupational injuries, and overuse concerns.
Do you accept healthcare insurance?
Yes. We provide physiotherapy services under all healthcare insurance providers, provided your policy includes physiotherapy coverage.
Can you invoice Southern Cross directly?
Yes. Sports Physio (NZ) Ltd is a Southern Cross Easy-Claim provider. If your policy includes cover for physiotherapy, we can invoice Southern Cross directly.
What is the ICPMSK programme and are you registered?
Yes. Tanya Browne, Principal Physiotherapist, is an ICPMSK registered provider. Some complex injuries may qualify for no-fee physiotherapy under the ACC ICPMSK programme. We are also registered under the Careway programme.
Where are your clinics located?
Our main clinic is located in Parnell: The Convent, Level 1 Suite 4, 218 Parnell Rd, Auckland 1052. We also offer services in Waitakere (by arrangement), home visits, workplace visits, and support for sports teams and events.
What are your professional fees?
Fees vary based on insurance coverage, appointment length, and eligibility for discounts. Please visit www.sportsphysio.co.nz for full details. We offer discounts for students, beneficiaries, and to support equitable healthcare access.
Who is the physiotherapist and what is her experience?
Tanya Browne, Principal Physiotherapist, holds a BHSc in Physiotherapy (1998) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Sports Medicine (2012, with distinction). With over 27 years of experience, Tanya is known for her empathetic care, effective diagnosis, evidence-informed treatment, and 'magic hands'.
What other services do you offer?
We offer Pilates, sports taping, taping workshops, physio sports massage, acupuncture/dry needling, occupational health services, World Rugby medical education, and physiotherapy for sports events and teams.

Contact Me

via my phone number: 0274990539

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