Not just a workout: Bodyfix Gym
Fitness for your body doesn’t stop at your shoulders, and the Bodyfix Gym team understand that going to the gym takes you far beyond the classic lose weight, tone up, and strengthen. “We believe in exercise to support mental health as well, and we are really popular for that,” says Owner Moana […]
Building stronger, Dynamic Spines: Muscle People
Whether back pain strikes after a sports game where you took one for the team, whether it has crept up on you with the passing years, or whether you simply reached for the can opener in your own kitchen and something went pop, you’ll know that back pain is debilitating – casting […]
Now screening new dedicated aneurysm ultrasound: Veins NZ
At the new offices at 256 Papanui Road, Consultant Specialist Vascular Surgeon Peter Laws and the team at Christchurch Vascular Group (CVG) are now offering a dedicated vascular ultrasound service. Aneurysm screening is one of the many services available. Metropol asked Peter, “What is an aneurysm?” He says: “Simply put, an […]
The breast care possible: Pacific Radiology
Breast health is important. At Canterbury Breastcare, women and men’s breast healthcare – from diagnosis to recovery – is taken care of under one very supportive roof by specialist health professionals. Canterbury Breastcare is kitted out with state-of-the-art equipment to offer full-field digital mammography. Home of national breast screening programme, […]
A balanced approach: Christchurch Boutique Dental
At one Christchurch dental clinic, dentistry has evolved to a technology-driven art from. Metropol catches up with trailblazing holistic dentist Dr David Kao from Christchurch Boutique Dental about his craft. WHAT IS HOLISTIC DENTISTRY? “Holistic dentistry is how I describe our philosophy. It’s a balanced approach, we consider the whole form and […]
The secret life of dentures: Merivale Denture Clinic
Merivale Denture Clinic Senior Clinician Thomas Gu tells Metropol how the process of treatment through to creating high quality dentures lies in the expert combination of science, art and engineering. Tom’s treatment for providing good dentures begins with a thorough oral exam, discussion and diagnosis, which he kicks off with […]
If the shoe fits… The Shoe Room
Putting your feet first means choosing shoes that combine function with fashion. The Shoe Room does just that. Recently opened in Upper Riccarton, The Shoe Room is a footwear store like no other. Metropol catches up with Podiatrist Charlotte Russell – who established the venture – to find out why. WHY IS […]
Why a full body health check? Marvel Health
At Marvel Health, your healthcare starts with a full-body screening. The screening examines the whole body to detect possible diseases and the likely causes. Marvel Health Co-Founder Tiamara Williams explains. WHAT IS A MARVEL HEALTH SCAN? “Our understanding of healthcare is that we need to discover in detail the causes of […]
Laser focus on summer feet: Foot Print Podiatry
Cutting edge laser beam technology is cutting feet issues for Cantabrians – just in time for open-toe shoe season. Footprints Podiatry’s Lunula Laser uses a double cold beam to ensure no pain – or even sensation – for patients, and Senior Podiatrist Howard Nicholas tells us more about the leading fungal nail […]
Eating your way to wellbeing
University of Canterbury Clinical Psychologist Prof Julia Rucklidge has long recognised the critical role of nutrition in mental health. She has spent more than a decade building a case for revolutionising the way we treat mental illness. Later this month she is joining Sam Johnson and Ben Warren for ‘Building […]
