Institute Of Sport Physiotherapy

General information

At the Institute of Sport Physiotherapy we are passionate about helping our clients recover quickly and return to the activities and lifestyle that they enjoy. Our friendly and helpful team are only too happy to have a chat with you about your needs, and can help you to devise a plan that gets you motivated and on the road to recovery.

Your first ACC appointment is free, which saves you money and allows you to establish if we are the right treatment specialists for you.

You have many demands on your time, so our clinics are open early and late so you can undertake your rehabilitation sessions at a time that fits in with your lifestyle. Conveniently located in the heart of Takapuna, on the main strip, you can fit your appointments in and around your commitments.

Our experienced physiotherapists are highly qualified and regularly treat all manner of injuries - for all age groups and interests. Whether your pain has come on gradually, you’ve injured yourself at work, home or just being active – we can help to get you back out doing the things that you love – faster and safer.

Our team treat all manner of injuries, accidental, deterioration and sports injuries or pre and post-surgery rehabilitation.

Graham Hayhow - NZRP Dip.M.T.MNZSP
Manipulative Physiotherapist
Graeme has worked with the NZ All Blacks, NZ Maori All Blacks, Americas Cup Fremantle, NZ Cricket Team, NZ Athletics, NZ Badminton, NZ All Whites, NZ Royal Ballet and Oceania Amateur Athletic World Cup.

Brendan King - Brendan graduated in 2006 with a Bachelor in Health Science (Physiotherapy) from AUT and has been working for the Institute of Sport Physiotherapy since January 2007 running the Takapuna clinic as the sole fulltime Practitioner. Born and bred in Auckland, New Zealand he lives on the North Shore with his partner and baby daughter Ruby Kate born March 2014.

Brendan has also completed a Diploma in Sport and Recreation and Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Science and Medicine. As well as certificate in Acupuncture.

A keen rugby player Brendan has been a physiotherapist for various Rugby teams over the last ten years including Northcote Restricted Grade for six years, Northcote 7s and North Harbour Restricted 2012/13 and 2013/14. He also enjoys soccer and golf among other sports.

Clare Shepherd – Clare has a Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) from AUT. Originally from the Lake Taupo region, Clare grew up with extreme sports on her door step that resulted in a love for the outdoors.

Having over 10 year’s experience as a professional snowboarder, Clare understands how frustrating injuries can be. Having suffered several injuries over her decade in the sport Clare also understands the importance of conditioning for injury prevention as well as rehabilitation post injury.

In her spare time Clare also enjoys kitesurfing, wakeboarding, horse riding and running. Clare also plays golf...badly. She has an energetic Chocolate Labrador called Brixton, who keeps her busy exploring all of Auckland’s off leash dog walking areas.