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Lifestyles Neuromuscular & Massage Therapy
Welcome to Auckland's leading Soft-tissue and Massage Therapy specialist clinic, situated in New Lynn, West Auckland.

We are proud to offer you a wide range of soft-tissue & massage therapy solutions, to help you recover from pain or dysfunction & rehabilitate from conditions related to injury, chronic pain, soft-tissue related pathologies, postural dysfunction or muscle imbalance.
As well as working with you on breathing dysfunction, stress related conditions, pre / post pregnancy, oedema, headaches & migraines or you just enjoy looking after a yourself with a balanced lifestyle enhanced by a regular massage.

Our team of highly trained professionals are specialists on Clinical Neuromuscular Therapy, Sports Massage & training support, Exercise rehabilitation, Gait Analysis, Therapeutic, Relaxation & Stress management, Pregnancy & Hot Stone Massage, Lymphatic Drainage and Bach Flowers Remedies
Where are we 3121 Great North Road
New Lynn, Auckland
phone 09 826 5516
Bookings To make bookings you first need to register with Ezybook which only takes a couple of minutes.

Please select your massage duration under "Ezybook now" and you will be taken to our live availability calendar. When you make your booking you can enter in the "comment" about the type of treatment you'd like.

Once you have made your booking you will be able to change this yourself by logging into Ezbook and clicking on "My ezybook".

PLEASE ALLOW ONE HOUR NOTICE PRIOR TO ANY ON-LINE BOOKING MADE - to give Therapist notice of appointment.


PLEASE ADD WHERE YOU HEARD ABOUT US IN THE COMMENTS BOX WHEN MAKING AN ON-LINE BOOKING e.g. GP REFERRAL, YELLOW PAGES, INTERNET GOOLE SEARCH etc

CANCELLATION POLICY -THE FULL FEE MAY BE PAYABLE IF LESS THAN 24 HOURS NOTICE IS RECEIVED FOR CANCELLATION OF AN APPOINTMENT
Treatments Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT)
NMT helps achieve a balance between the nervous and musculoskeletal systems by targeting the possible cause and/or perpetuating factors leading to and keeping the body in its state of imbalance - this imbalance presented in the form of your pain or dysfunction.
We will use various assessment techniques to help achieve the most beneficial results for you including; Static Postural Analysis, Movement Analysis, Gait Analysis, Muscle length and strength testing, Orthopedic tests, Dietary and Psychosocial assessment and advice.

Therapeutic Massage
Swedish massage techniques involving the systematic manipulation of the soft tissues of the body, to achieve benefiical effects physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Sports Massage
Swedish massage and sports focused techniques combined with NMT to target the needs of the individual athlete or physically active person, together with training program advice or integration with your team coach/trainer or Personal Trainer @ the Gym. Dietary advice and support. Video Gait analysis and exercise rehabilitation in our on-site rehabilitation gym.

Hot Stone Massage
Long, soothing strokes using heated rocks, deeply warm and relax your overworked tissues stimulating local and systematic changes in the body. An exceptional gift to help the recipient gain deep relaxation and huge benefits associated with biomechanical, biochemical and psychosocial changes occuring in the mind and body as a reslut of your luxurious hot stone massage.

Relaxation Massage
Swedish massage technique using long, flowing strokes, to melt away the stresses that life throws at us on a daily basis.

Aromatherapy Massage
Massage techniques incorporating essential oils extracted from flowers, herbs, woods, roots and resin.


Pregnancy Massage
Incorporating swedish massage strokes appropriate to your individual situation, from the first trimester, throughout your pregnancy helping you through this most important journey for you and your baby. As well as adding important post natal support for you beyond the birth of your most special baby.

Lymphatic Drainage
Stimulatesthe movement of lymph enhancing the immune system. Research supports its’ effectiveness in treating inflammation, sinusitis, migraines, oedema, sprains, bruises and more.


Bach Flowers
Herbal essences extracted from 38 specially selected flowers that aim to help restore mental and emotional balance. These mental and emotional imbalances are reflected in the body via the central nervous system having an impact on muscle tension, poor posture, aches and pains, breathing dysfunction, energy levels among others. Your therapist will use a combination of essences specific to your individual requirements and can incorporate it into your treatment plan.
Our therapists Doug Maynard BHS (Massage and NMT), Dip CNMT, RMT MNZ - Company Director
Doug has been involved in the massage therapy industry for 13 years and as well as running and practising from this successful clinic for the last 6 years, splits his time teaching at the NZ College of Massage in Epsom. Doug teaches the Neuromuscular Therapy component to the 2nd and 3rd year Degree students, focusing on clinical assessment, clinical reasoning, differential diagnosis and practical technique application, incorporating bio-mechanical, biochemical and psychosocial aspects of the patients condition into the bigger picture. Doug has a particular passion for chronic pain and associated conditions and pathologies: these include headaches, migraines, TMJ dysfunction, breathing dysfunction and stress related issues, longstanding neck and low back pain. His approach to treatment is multifaceted, investigating many aspects incorporated into your daily routine that may perpetuate your chronic problem and so recovery will often include dietary, psychosocial as well as biomechanical applications to complete a very holistic treatment plan of which you, the patient play an essential and active role towards your recovery.



Shane Anderson Dip CNMT, Dip Th. Mass., RMT MNZ
Shane has been located at this clinic for the past 5 years and operates full-time from this location. He has worked a total of 9 years in the health industry treating the body holistically (4 years of which as a massage therapist). Shane incorporates an understanding of how the nervous system interacts with the body and mind enabling him to address the cause(s) behind recurring symptoms. Shane now specialises in posture and foot biomechanics.

Kirstie Gahan Dip CNMT, Dip Th. Mass., Dip Healing Mass., RMT MNZ
Kirstie was initialy trained in Ireland and returned to NZ in 2002. While working in a rehabilitation facility she became interested in the treatment of chronic pain conditions, and returned to study the specialised area of Clinical Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT). Incorporating her extensive knowledge of chronic conditions and adaptations resulting throughout the systems of the body, Kirstie will help educate you as to the reasons behind your condition, guide and assist you through with an array of specialised soft-tissue techniques.


Bryan Ellis Dip Hsc Massage & Sports Therapy, Dip Th. Mass., RMT MNZ
Bryan is currently completing the final year in Bachelor of Health Studies (Massage & NMT).
Bryan is the newest member of the team @ Lifestyles NMT and has spent the last 2 years working alongside other exercise professionals at a Health & Fitness facility in Auckland.
A personal discovery of mental, physical and emotional benefits of regular treatment massage led Bryan to study towards a career where his interest and knowledge in anatomy, physiology and biomechanics could be utilised. He has 21 years personal experience in weight, cardio and gym based training and understands the principles of effective training and nutrition. Bryan enjoys the complexities of working with athletes relying on their body to perform to their potential, as well as the general public needing help to de-stress and educate his clients how to achieve a higher level of health and well being.


Conner Bond Dip Massage Therapy (2010 ) Ontario, Canada.
RMT College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. RMT MNZ.
Conner’s interest in the human body and it’s systems is highly influenced by his combined 15 years of experience in judo, Brazilian jiu-jitsu and strength training.
This experience has helped Conner develop a strong kinetic understanding and affinity for joint mobilisation (articulation).


Conner has a particular interest in myofascial release and it’s effectiveness in resolving postural imbalances and chronic pain patterns. He addresses musculoskeletal issues from a “whole person” perspective, taking into account posture, compensatory changes and effects along the kinetic chain as well as lifestyle, occupational and emotional factors.


His specialities include: pelvic alignment, upper cross syndrome (computer posture), athletic performance, relieving tension and pain, RSI/OOS, hand, wrist and forearm issues, injuries, chronic pain, scar tissue, upper, middle and lower back issues, and peripheral neuropathies. Conner utilises lymphatic drainage and other gentle techniques to treat freshly acute injuries and swelling.

More info www.lifestylestherapy.co.nz
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Doug Maynard
Shane Anderson
Kirstie Gahan
Bryan Ellis
Conner Bond
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