Physiotherapist · Orewa · Hibiscus Coast

Briana Coombridge Physiotherapist Orewa

Senior Physiotherapist · Premier Wellness Orewa

BHSc Physiotherapy (AUT) PBNZ Registered ACC Provider CareWay Provider

Briana brings strong private-practice physiotherapy experience to the Hibiscus Coast — combining hands-on manual therapy, dry needling and progressive exercise rehabilitation to get you back to the activities you love. Whether you're a CrossFit athlete, recovering from surgery, navigating pregnancy-related pain or working through a stubborn back or neck injury, Briana takes a thorough, root-cause approach.

Briana Coombridge — Senior Physiotherapist at Premier Wellness Orewa, Hibiscus Coast Auckland
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BHSc Physiotherapy Auckland University of Technology
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PBNZ Registered Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand
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ACC Registered Lodge claims at first appointment
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CareWay Provider Workplace injury programme
About Briana

Empathetic, evidence-based physiotherapy on the Hibiscus Coast

Briana developed a passion for biomechanics and the human body through her involvement in sport from a young age. After a significant knee injury while playing netball, she experienced rehabilitation firsthand — an experience that shaped her into a compassionate and empathetic clinician who understands the recovery journey from both sides.

Since graduating from the Auckland University of Technology in 2019 with a Bachelor of Health Science in Physiotherapy, Briana has worked across Auckland's North Shore in private practice, treating a wide range of musculoskeletal and sports injuries. Her clinical approach blends manual therapy, therapeutic exercise and clear patient education to deliver meaningful, long-term outcomes.

She has a particular interest in supporting CrossFit athletes, runners and active individuals — drawing on her own background in CrossFit and running — as well as guiding patients through pre and post-operative rehabilitation, and helping mums work through pregnancy-related groin, hip and back pain.

Sports Injuries CrossFit Athletes Pre/Post-Op Rehab Dry Needling Pregnancy Pain Biomechanics Kinetic Link Training
Clinical Areas

What Briana treats

A blend of hands-on manual therapy, dry needling and progressive rehabilitation — tailored to the activities and work you want to get back to.

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Hip, knee & ankle

Acute injuries, ligament sprains, tendinopathies, post-surgical rehabilitation and chronic joint pain — for patients of all ages and activity levels.

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Neck & back conditions

Acute and chronic spinal pain, postural-related neck issues, cervicogenic headaches, sciatica and lumbar disc presentations.

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CrossFit athletes

Specialised assessment and rehabilitation for the demands of CrossFit — from rotator cuff and shoulder issues to lifting-related back, hip and knee complaints.

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Sporting injuries

Assessment, treatment and structured return-to-sport programmes for runners, team-sport athletes and recreational exercisers.

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Kinetic Link Training

An advanced, integrated movement-based rehab system that strengthens the body through full kinetic chains — restoring strength, control and confidence in movement.

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Pre/post-op rehab

Prehabilitation to optimise outcomes before surgery, plus structured post-operative rehabilitation following knee, hip, shoulder and other orthopaedic procedures.

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Dry needling

Targeted needling techniques used alongside manual therapy and exercise to release muscle tension, reduce pain and support recovery.

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Biomechanical analysis

Identifying faulty movement patterns and addressing the root causes of injury — not just the symptoms — for lasting, long-term outcomes.

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Pregnancy-related pain

Safe, gentle physiotherapy for pregnancy-related groin, hip and back pain — and postnatal recovery to return to the activities you love.

How it works

Your first appointment with Briana

A clear, structured first session — so you leave knowing exactly what's going on and what the plan looks like.

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Thorough history

A detailed conversation about your symptoms, lifestyle, work demands, training and goals — to understand the whole picture.

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Movement assessment

A biomechanical and physical assessment to identify the root cause — not just where the pain is, but why it's there.

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Hands-on treatment

Manual therapy, dry needling where appropriate, and targeted soft-tissue work to settle pain and restore movement.

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Your plan forward

A clear rehabilitation plan with home exercises, expected timeframe and progression markers — so you know what to expect.

Workplace Injury

Briana is a registered CareWay provider

CareWay is ACC's enhanced rehabilitation programme for workplace injuries — designed to help injured workers return to safe, sustainable employment faster, with coordinated care and clear return-to-work planning.

As an experienced CareWay provider, Briana works closely with patients, employers and the wider multidisciplinary team to develop tailored rehabilitation plans, manage caseloads efficiently and support a smooth, well-supported return to work.

  • ACC-funded workplace injury rehabilitation
  • Coordinated return-to-work planning with your employer
  • Liaison with the wider multidisciplinary team
  • Clear timeframes, progress markers and outcomes
  • No GP referral required to access CareWay treatment
CareWay

Registered Provider

Premier Wellness Orewa is proud to offer ACC's enhanced workplace-injury rehabilitation programme through Briana — supporting Hibiscus Coast workers back to full duties, faster.

What patients say

Trusted at Premier Wellness Orewa

With over 273 five-star Google reviews across our two clinics, our Hibiscus Coast patients consistently tell us they feel listened to, well looked-after and supported through their recovery.

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"The team at Premier Wellness Orewa are exceptional — genuinely listen, take time to explain everything, and the results speak for themselves. Best clinic on the Hibiscus Coast."

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Sarah M.
Orewa · Google Review
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"Honest, knowledgeable practitioners who actually want long-term results — not just a quick fix. The whole team works together. Couldn't recommend Premier Wellness more."

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James K.
Whangaparaoa · Google Review
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"Saved my back after months of struggling. The Orewa clinic is welcoming, professional and clearly cares about getting you back to doing what you love. Free parking is a huge bonus."

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Rachel T.
Silverdale · Google Review
Find Briana

Premier Wellness Orewa

Briana practices exclusively from our Orewa clinic on the Hibiscus Coast — serving Orewa, Silverdale, Whangaparaoa, Red Beach, Stanmore Bay, Manly, Millwater and surrounding suburbs.

Orewa · Hibiscus Coast

Premier Wellness Orewa

Unit C, 1-19 Cammish Lane
Orewa, Hibiscus Coast
Auckland 0931

📞 09 444 3231
✉️ info@premierwellness.co.nz
🅿️ Free on-site parking
🗓️ Saturday appointments available
Book Today

Ready to work with Briana?

Book online 24/7, or call us direct. ACC and CareWay registered. No GP referral required. Free on-site parking at Premier Wellness Orewa.