The Body Network
Remedial Massage & Exercise Therapy for Health & Performance
At The Body Network we provide a Massage Therapy and Exercise Therapy service for all.
Our professional and friendly staff focus on your needs and are committed to providing you with a quality and effective service. The sessions we provide aim to improve our clients performance, Physical Function and Overall Wellness.
We're located in the heart of Anglesea Clinic, within the Anglesea Sports Medicine Clinic, Gate 2.
Anglesea Clinic's integrated environment enables us to utilise other medical and allied health professionals which include Physiotherapists, Sports Medicine Professionals and Podiatrists.
Services We Provide
Massage Therapy
- Sports Massage is designed to help you prepare for an upcoming event and/or aid recovery after a workout or competition. Utilising a sports massage therapist as a part of your training program can help you to reduce the chances of injury and speed up your recovery times. Join the growing number of top athletes and amateur sports people around the world that are discovering the benefits of sports massage.
- Remedial Massage Therapy targets specific muscles utilising advanced massage techniques. This approach is great for the relief of trigger points, sub-acute and chronic pain associated with Work or Sport. These sessions focus on muscle dysfunction and postural imbalances and may include specific stretching and exercises to assist the soft tissue work carried out during the session.
- Relaxation Massage is a soft flowing style of massage that allows the body and mind to let go of tension and stress. Perfect for those who want some time-out for themselves or can make the perfect gift for a friend or member of your family.
- New Zealand Academy of Sport Massage Service Provider (Stephen Burden)
- Remedial Massage Therapist (RMT) with Massage New Zealand
Exercise Therapy
- Performance Stability Accredited Trainer - Movement and Performance Screening and Re-training Service (Karen Lowe)
- Movement Efficiency
- Injury Prevention
About Us
Karen Lowe - (RMT)
Performance Stability Accredited Trainer and Tutor Trainee,
PGcert SpExSci (Exercise Rehabilitation)
BSc Sports Therapy (1st Class hons)
Originally from the UK, Karen started The Body Network in 2007. Karen is a Performance Stability Accredited Trainer and Trainee Tutor. Her key services include Exercise Therapy utilising the Performance Stability Movement Screening, and Retraining as well as Sports and Remedial Massage Therapy service. She is also a registered Remedial Massage Therapist (RMT) with Massage New Zealand.
Karen's areas of interest includes Injury Prevention in Sport and Occupation settings, Cycling and Movement therapy including adolescents involved involved in sposrt. In her spare time she love mountain biking, kayaking and walking and the odd multisport event.
Stephen Burden - (RMT)
Remedial Massage Therapist (RMT [MNZ])
MSERP (SESNZ)
MSc (Medicine) Exercise Science
Stephen initially trained as a Biokineticist (musculoskeletal exercise rehabilitation practitioner) and then as a remedial massage therapist. With over 16 years experience, Stephen will tailor and individualised exercise therapy session to address injuries or muscle imbalances or use a combination of therapeutic massage techniques to address your problem. Stephen is a service provider for the NZ Academy of Sport and has worked with NZ's elite athletes for over 10 years. He has travelled with the NZ Rowing team to World Cup events and was appointed to the NZ Health Support Team for the 2010 Commonwealth Games in New Delhi, India.
Contact Us
For more information or to book you appointment please contact us direct on:
Karen Lowe
Tel/txt: 021 89 55 40
Stephen Burden
Tel/txt: 021 543 709
Website: www.thebodynetwork.co.nz
Clinic Location: Anglesea Sports Medicine Clinic, Gate 2, 7-9 Thackeray Street, Hamilton