HELEN NOTT

Helen graduated from the University of Cape Town, South Africa in 1988 and has since completed numerous post graduate courses in musculo-skeletal therapy, sport injuries, acupuncture, dry needling, myofascial release, clinical pilates and chronic pain management. She has worked in private practices, hospitals and special education facilities in South Africa and New Zealand.

Helen is a certified Pinc and Steel Cancer rehabilitation therapist, a Bradcliff certified Breathing therapist and also a Certified Lymphoedema therapist through the Australasian Lymphology Association. 

Helen has particular interest and wealth of experience in pre and post-operative rehabilitation, oncology physiotherapy and lymphoedema management. She works with patients from early diagnosis, through the cancer continuum and into long term wellness or palliative care. She enjoys working in close collaboration with  medical specialists and health practitioners of all disciplines. She is passionate about patient centered, holistic healthcare and the importance of regular exercise to maintain health throughout life. Helen believes strongly in the power of education and involving her patients in their recovery plan.

Helen also teaches oncology rehabilitation classes and small group pilates- integrating stretching , breathing and mindfulness relaxation to encourage patients to take time out for restoration in order to balance the body. 

She loves living in Nelson and embraces all the wonderful things this region offers.