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Best Physiotherapists in Dunedin

We assessed 21 physiotherapists in Dunedin and ranked the top 5 on their public review record: rating quality, review volume and how recent the reviews are. The 10 listed below hold 612 Google reviews between them. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 14 August 2026. How we rank →

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Before you hire

Most physiotherapy for injuries can be partly funded by ACC, which lowers the cost per visit, so ask whether the clinic lodges ACC claims directly. Check that practitioners are registered with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand, and ask whether you will see the same physio each visit, as continuity matters for a treatment plan.

Top 5 Physiotherapists in Dunedin

The top 5 physiotherapists in Dunedin are Knox Rehabilitation Clinic, Consultancy House Clinic, Focus Physio, KD Physio, and A+ Physio, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you book.

  • 1

    Knox Rehabilitation Clinic

    ★ 4.9 149 reviews +1 Top5 Score 163
    5★ 140 4★ 7 1★ 2

    Knox Rehabilitation Clinic works through neck, shoulder, and injury recovery cases, with practitioners who pinpoint specific problem muscles and explain what is happening rather than just treating symptoms. Clients dealing with multi-year issues, including recurring dislocations and chronic pain, describe leaving with exercise guidance and a clear understanding of their condition.

    Reviews most often describe: Complex or long-running musculoskeletal problems needing ongoing care

    • ✓ Practitioners explain the cause and give take-home exercise plans
    • ✓ Long-term clients seen consistently across months and years of care
    • ✓ Deep pressure maintained throughout sessions for complex muscle pain

    location_on 110 Moray Place, Central Dunedin, Dunedin

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  • 2

    Consultancy House Clinic

    ★ 4.7 123 reviews +1 Top5 Score 157
    5★ 102 4★ 14 3★ 4 2★ 1 1★ 2

    Consultancy House Clinic gets results for post-operative rehab, sciatic pain during pregnancy, and ongoing injury recovery, with physiotherapists like Carli and Hamish diagnosing specific gaps and prescribing targeted exercise rather than generic treatment. Practitioners work collaboratively across disciplines, building multimodal plans and referring between each other when that serves the patient better.

    Reviews most often describe: Post-surgery recovery and pregnancy-related pain cases

    • ✓ Practitioners collaborate to build multimodal treatment plans across disciplines
    • ✓ Same or next-day appointments available for urgent cases including walk-ins
    • ✓ Early 7am appointment slots available for working clients

    location_on 7 Bond Street, Central Dunedin, Dunedin

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  • 3

    Focus Physio

    ★ 5.0 58 reviews Top5 Score 153
    5★ 58

    Focus Physio tackles achilles injuries, back strain, knee problems, and wrist injuries by looking past the site of pain to identify underlying causes, then pairing hands-on treatment with tailored exercises to prevent recurrence. Practitioners Josh and Alyssa each bring distinct techniques, so returning clients with multiple injuries across different body areas get consistent, thorough care from someone who already knows their history.

    Reviews most often describe: Injuries needing root-cause investigation alongside hands-on treatment

    • ✓ Sends patients home with exercises targeting cause, not just symptoms
    • ✓ Longer appointments that allow thorough treatment in each session
    • ✓ Both Josh and Alyssa treat a range of injury types across clients

    location_on Level 1/31 Police Street, Central Dunedin, Dunedin

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  • 4

    Kayla Drinkwater Physio (KD Physio)

    ★ 5.0 57 reviews +3 Top5 Score 153 +1
    5★ 55 4★ 2

    KD Physio builds personalised programmes for shoulder injuries, achilles and foot rehab, back pain, concussion, and chronic conditions like arthritis and MS, threading rehab directly into each client's existing movement routine rather than pulling them away from it. Kayla also extends care between sessions through an online exercise app with instructional videos and regular check-ins, including remote support for clients who cannot attend in person.

    Reviews most often describe: People wanting rehab integrated into their existing training

    • ✓ Online app with exercise videos keeps clients on track between sessions
    • ✓ Programmes address mental and physical recovery together as one plan
    • ✓ Regular check-ins and written feedback provided throughout the rehab process

    location_on 76 Cumberland Street, Central Dunedin, Dunedin

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  • 5

    A+ Physio Central Dunedin

    ★ 4.6 82 reviews +2 Top5 Score 150 +3
    5★ 69 4★ 6 3★ 2 2★ 1 1★ 4

    A+ Physio fixes movement problems that other practitioners have missed, including correcting walking patterns behind knee pain and identifying gaps in shoulder and hip rehab. Named practitioners Jacob, Anna, Gabby, and Ezra each draw specific praise for explaining treatment as they go and pairing hands-on work with exercise plans clients actually follow.

    Reviews most often describe: Shoulder, knee, and injury rehab with ACC coordination

    • ✓ Physiotherapists explain treatment reasons during each session to clients
    • ✓ Practitioners corrected unresolved rehab gaps left by prior treatment
    • ✓ ACC claims actively followed up and advocated for on clients' behalf

    location_on 40 Filleul Street, Dunedin

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Before you book a physiotherapist in Dunedin

Drawn from 164 customer reviews collected for this page. The first answer is what it costs.

What does physiotherapy typically cost in New Zealand, and what does ACC cover? expand_more

ACC covers a portion of physio costs for injury-related treatment, leaving you to pay a part-charge that varies by clinic. Part-charges for ACC-covered sessions run roughly $20 to $50 per visit, though some clinics charge more. Full private fees for non-injury conditions, such as chronic pain or postural issues, range from around $60 to $120 per session. Clinics can lodge ACC claims directly, so you do not need a GP referral to access the ACC pathway for an injury.

How do I check a physiotherapist is registered and qualified? expand_more

Every practising physiotherapist in New Zealand must hold a current annual practising certificate issued by the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand, and you can search their public register online at no cost before booking. The register also shows any conditions or restrictions on a practitioner's scope, which matters if you need someone with specific post-surgical or sports injury experience. If you have a complaint about care, you can raise it with the Health and Disability Commissioner, whose process is free to consumers. Clinics that advertise osteopathy, acupuncture, or massage alongside physiotherapy, as some Dunedin clinics do, employ practitioners under different registration bodies, so check each practitioner individually.

How many sessions should treatment realistically take? expand_more

A good physio will give you a rough session estimate and measurable goals at the outset, not an open-ended weekly commitment. Reviews from Dunedin patients describe meaningful improvement within a few weeks to a few months, with home exercise programmes accelerating recovery between visits. If your plan has stretched past three months with no clear milestones or you are only ever given passive treatments without exercises to do at home, it is reasonable to ask your physio to reassess or seek a second opinion.

What are the warning signs of a physiotherapy clinic you should avoid? expand_more
  • –Vague or absent explanation of fees upfront, including what the ACC part-charge will be and whether any extras apply.
  • –Unexpected charges added on the day, including cancellation fees applied without prior written notice.
  • –Staff who dismiss your request to bring a support person or who communicate more with your employer or insurer than with you.
  • –No clear treatment goals or session estimate, leaving you attending indefinitely without measurable progress.
  • –Concerns or complaints that are escalated to management and then dismissed without proper follow-up.
  • –Advice to push through significant pain without investigation, particularly for longer-standing or post-surgical injuries.
What should you ask before booking a physiotherapist? expand_more
  • –Ask whether the clinic lodges ACC claims directly and what the exact patient part-charge is per session, before you arrive.
  • –Ask whether you will see the same physio at every visit, since continuity matters for injury tracking and trust.
  • –Ask how many sessions they estimate for your specific problem and what milestones will indicate you are on track.
  • –Ask whether they will provide a home exercise programme and how it will be delivered, such as via an app or written plan.
  • –Ask whether the physio has direct experience with your injury type, for example post-surgical recovery, achilles injuries, or concussion, rather than just general experience.

Physiotherapists ranked 6 to 10 in Dunedin

They scored below the top 5 on the same public review record.

  • 6

    Recovery Room - Physiotherapy & Performance

    ★ 4.8 42 reviews +1 Top5 Score 145 +1
    5★ 36 4★ 4 3★ 1 1★ 1

    Recovery Room brings results on long-standing injuries, including chronic knee problems, shoulder issues, and various sports-related conditions, with named practitioners Matt, Sam, Pat, and Samara each drawing specific praise from clients who had struggled elsewhere. Clients dealing with injuries that had lingered for months describe returning to sport pain-free after a few weeks of targeted treatment.

    Reviews most often describe: Stubborn injuries others could not resolve, including knees and shoulders

    • ✓ Clients returned to sport pain-free after months of persistent injury
    • ✓ Multiple named physios praised individually for specific injury work
    • ✓ Long-term injuries resolved after treatment that succeeded where others failed

    location_on Level 1/43 Crawford Street, Central Dunedin, Dunedin

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  • 7

    PhysioMed Otago Dunedin

    ★ 5.0 28 reviews +1 Top5 Score 143 +1
    5★ 27 4★ 1

    PhysioMed Otago handles hamstring sprains, sports injuries, and longer-term rehab through practitioners Alex and Brian, both of whom are named repeatedly by returning clients across different conditions. Clients describe coming back over multiple years, getting back to movement quickly, and leaving with a clear picture of what to do to protect and stabilise the injury site.

    Reviews most often describe: Sports injuries and ongoing rehab with trusted practitioners

    • ✓ Practitioners Alex and Brian each praised by name across many visits
    • ✓ Clients return over multiple years for ongoing injury management
    • ✓ Treatment includes clear guidance on protecting and stabilising injury sites

    location_on 151 King Edward Street, South Dunedin, Dunedin

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  • 8

    The Core Centre

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    ★ 5.0 24 reviews +1 Top5 Score 141 +1
    5★ 24

    The Core Centre covers post-birth assessments, musculoskeletal physiotherapy, and injury rehabilitation, with practitioners Jemma, Ainslie, and Ingrid each drawing repeated praise for taking time with clients and not rushing appointments. After sessions, clients receive a follow-up email with a detailed findings report and access to an app with personalised exercise videos and photos to support their recovery between visits.

    Reviews most often describe: Post-birth checkups and clients wanting detailed follow-up plans

    • ✓ Follow-up email with detailed findings report sent after each appointment
    • ✓ Personalised exercise app with pictures and videos provided to clients
    • ✓ Multiple named practitioners praised for listening and not rushing clients

    location_on 160A King Edward Street, South Dunedin, Dunedin

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  • 9

    Habit Health Dunedin (Wharf St)

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    ★ 4.9 26 reviews +4 Top5 Score 141 +2
    5★ 24 4★ 2

    Habit Health keeps injured athletes competing through immediate hands-on treatment, including muscle massage and strapping for acute calf, Achilles, and shoulder injuries. Practitioners like Stephen and Cobra pair physical treatment with home exercise programmes, giving clients a clear path to manage their recovery between appointments.

    Reviews most often describe: Acute sports injuries needing same-session treatment and strapping

    • ✓ On-the-spot muscle strapping that lets athletes return to competition
    • ✓ Practitioners pair hands-on treatment with tailored home exercises
    • ✓ Named practitioners praised for explaining treatment and reducing tension

    location_on Jade Quay Building Level 2/12 Wharf Street, Central Dunedin, Dunedin

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  • 10

    Habit Health South Dunedin (Macandrew Rd)

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    ★ 5.0 23 reviews Top5 Score 141
    5★ 23

    Habit Health South Dunedin eases first-time patients through injury and concussion recovery by walking them through each step before it happens, leaving them with practical tips they can act on immediately. Practitioner Simone draws specific praise for explaining the concussion process in full, while Cobra is named repeatedly for putting nervous first-timers at ease and demonstrating techniques clearly.

    Reviews most often describe: First-time physio clients and concussion or injury recovery

    • ✓ Practitioners demonstrate exercises and explain each step during appointments
    • ✓ First-time patients guided through what to expect before treatment begins
    • ✓ Clients leave with specific injury management tips to use at home

    location_on 98 Macandrew Road, Dunedin

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About this ranking

How are the top physiotherapists in Dunedin chosen? expand_more

We build this page from Google Maps results for physiotherapists in Dunedin. Each one is scored on its public rating and review record. Businesses outside the area, or whose reviews describe a different line of work, are left out. See how we rank for the full method.

How often are rankings updated? expand_more

Every category and city is recrawled on a rolling cycle, about once a month. This page was last checked on 14 August 2026.

Can a business pay to appear in this list? expand_more

No. Top 5 and Also Recommended positions are merit-only and cannot be purchased. Verifying a business is free. A subscription adds a website link on the card, a public profile page, and competitor and ranking history in the owner's dashboard, none of which affects ranking position. See what a subscription includes.

Why isn't my business listed? expand_more

We build this page from Google Maps results for physiotherapists in Dunedin. The usual reasons for missing out are a Google Business category that does not match, too few reviews to score near the top, or an address outside the area we cover. At the last update, the smallest review count among the 10 businesses listed here was 23. Check where you rank or read how rankings work.