Our practice expertise is based on internationally recognised research undertaken by the Gilmour research team. Through leading edge research, the Gilmour System has been developed to offer a comprehensive, non-surgical approach to the management of serious back and neck pain.
OUR RESEARCH
At Gilmour Physio, we have developed a very accurate diagnostic tool to identify nerve root compression. We are able to prove that we can make a difference using neurological testing of muscles. If we can change the weakness symptoms of neurological compression and improve power, in most situations we can help you fix the problem. On the rare occasion we are unable to help sufficiently, we get the right referrals involved. Our research papers are available on request.
MEET THE TEAM
JOHN GILMOUR
PHYSIO | DIRECTOR
Born and raised in Devonport, John attended Takapuna Grammar and represented the school in rugby and sailing. John in recent years has become an avid fisher, diver and outdoor sports man.
After graduation from AUT Physiotherapy College in 1983, he worked at North Shore hospital, before extending his knowledge with a Postgraduate Diploma in Manipulative Therapy. While building his own practice in Herne Bay, John identified a treatment gap for back and neck pain with emphasis on nerve root compression signs and symptoms, particularly in regards to lower back pain. Through this, he began working with Kate Haswell to develop the Gilmour System.
John is now an internationally-recognised published researcher. His specialist interest is in the application of engineering and biomechanical principles to resolve back pain, by addressing the original cause, rather than simply focusing on symptom relief.
CAMERON GREEN
PHYSIO
Cameron qualified as a Physiotherapist in 1985 from the Auckland School of Physiotherapy before going on to work in private practice both in New Zealand and London. Since 1991 Cameron has specialised in the assessment and conservative management of musculoskeletal disorders affecting the spine and pelvis.
Cameron gained a Post Graduate Diploma in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy in 1995 and has attended many short courses and conferences relating to the spine. Cameron was a guest lecturer at AUT in the Physiotherapy Year 4 musculoskeletal program from 1996 – 2008, teaching assessment and management techniques of spinal complaints. Cameron has also served on the executive of the APPPA and represents the NZ Physiotherapy Trust in consultation with ACC on matters affecting ACC claimants and the Physiotherapy profession.
HANNAH BROWNHILL-GRIGGS
PRACTICE MANAGER
Since graduating from Baradene College and returning from travel in Europe, Hannah has been the Practice Manager at Gilmour & Associates Physiotherapy. Hannah manages the day to day running of the clinic, as well as all referrals and handling of all ACC claims and insurance details.
KATE HASWELL
PHYSIO | RESEARCHER
Kate has had a longstanding association with Gilmour and Associates. Whilst teaching physiotherapy students at AUT, Kate was able to maintain her practice skills through secondment at Gilmours.
More recently, Kate has led research projects at Gilmour and Associates, which have eventuated in publication in international journals and conference presentations. Much of this research has been based on the clinical developments at Gilmours for the management of spinal pain, particularly in the management of more serious spinal condition, radiculopathy.