Led by Pain Specialist Dr Sheela Perumal and National Rehab Lead Sinead Ennis, the group includes representatives from centres across the country. Members bring a wide range of clinical experience...
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A renewed push is underway to revive New Zealand’s chapter of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO) – with Clinical Orthotist and advocate Sean Tickner leading the charge....
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When Jeremy Speight joined Peke Waihanga, there were around 55-60 staff across the country, supported by a national team of just five people. Stock was tracked on paper clipboards, and...
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Rotorua physiotherapists trained in removable rigid dressing fabricationRotorua patients will soon have improved access to essential post-amputation care, following a hands-on training session at the Rotorua regional clinic in November....
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A growing interest in digital workflows was evident at this year’s international conferenceA team of staff presented the organisation’s leading approach to digital workflows in prosthetic and orthotic care –...
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Locals from St Luke’s Church in Hamilton came together to quite literally give us a hand – and a foot – to support patients who need silicone prosthetics When one...
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Amputees are enjoying new rehab classes run by the Auckland teamAfter a long break, rehab classes for amputees have restarted in Auckland. Four weeks in, all six participants are fully...
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It’s not often the Hamilton team hosts students, so they were especially excited to welcome Daimon Leilua-Paekau for a 30-hour observational placement during April and May this year. Daimon, a...
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Retiring Chair George Reedy has been recognised for his 10 years at the head of the Peke Waihanga Board Mr Reedy says the opening of the new Christchurch Centre was...
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The Peke Waihanga Graduate Programme tackles the difficulties the organisation has recruiting Prosthetists/Orthotists – an essential role in the organisation Additionally, the world is witnessing significant increases in musculoskeletal conditions...
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