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Best Physiotherapists on the North Shore

We assessed 23 physiotherapists on the North Shore 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 2,138 Google reviews between them. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 21 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 on the North Shore

The top 5 physiotherapists on the North Shore are Roland Jeffery Physiotherapy, The Physio Co, Dynamic Physio, Good Physio, and Reset Base Clinic, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you book.

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    Roland Jeffery Physiotherapy

    ★ 5.0 1,389 reviews Top5 Score 194
    5★ 1,352 4★ 32 3★ 1 2★ 1 1★ 3

    Roland Jeffery Physiotherapy gets people moving again after sports injuries, ankle and knee trauma, shoulder and neck problems, and long-standing muscle and nerve pain. Physios like Anna, Emily, Dylan, Janina, Kennedy, and Cole each build step-by-step treatment plans and explain the reasoning behind every exercise, so patients understand their recovery rather than just following instructions.

    Reviews most often describe: Sports injuries and complex recoveries needing clear rehab plans

    • ✓ Physios explain the purpose of each exercise during every session
    • ✓ Multiple named physios achieve measurable outcomes across varied injuries
    • ✓ Coordinates with ACC, GPs, and specialists as part of treatment

    location_on 22 Chartwell Avenue, Glenfield, North Shore

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  • 2

    The Physio Co.

    ★ 5.0 137 reviews Top5 Score 164
    5★ 134 4★ 3

    The Physio Co builds recovery plans around surgery rehab, running injuries, knee trauma, and sport-specific setbacks, with physios like Jay, Rob, Nina, and Kaylah each tailoring treatment and exercises to what each person needs to return to their activity. Clients regularly continue seeing their physio long after the acute phase, working on injury prevention and performance alongside ongoing care.

    Reviews most often describe: Post-surgery rehab and sport-specific injury recovery

    • ✓ Physios adapt treatment when progress does not meet expected milestones
    • ✓ Imaging arranged within a week of the first appointment
    • ✓ Clients travel significant distances and return for multiple injuries over years

    location_on 46a Porana Road, Wairau Valley, Auckland

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  • 3

    Dynamic Physio Mairangi Bay

    ★ 4.9 145 reviews Top5 Score 163
    5★ 136 4★ 6 3★ 1 2★ 1 1★ 1

    Dynamic Physio covers back pain, knee injuries, tennis elbow, ankle problems, and post-operative recovery across a team of named physios each building individual rehab plans. Several physios email video links to exercises after sessions, so patients can follow their programme correctly at home without relying on memory alone.

    Reviews most often describe: Injury rehab where personalised plans and follow-up matter

    • ✓ Physios email exercise videos to patients after each session
    • ✓ Custom rehab plans built around each patient's specific goals
    • ✓ Multiple physios treat the same conditions across the team

    location_on 386 East Coast Road, Mairangi Bay, Auckland

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  • 4

    Good Physio Wairau

    ★ 5.0 76 reviews Top5 Score 156
    5★ 76

    Good Physio treats back pain, shoulder injuries, frozen shoulder, golfer's elbow, and nerve-related conditions by tracing the underlying cause rather than just the symptomatic area. TJ adjusts each session to your condition on the day, then builds a gym-based rehab programme that teaches you how to move and strengthen safely so the same problem is less likely to return.

    Reviews most often describe: People who want root-cause rehab, not short-term relief

    • ✓ Root cause identified and explained before treatment begins each visit
    • ✓ Gym-based rehab programme taught alongside in-clinic treatment sessions
    • ✓ Home exercises tailored to each person's specific condition and pain

    location_on 5/54 View Road, Wairau Valley, Auckland

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  • 5

    Reset Base Clinic

    ★ 5.0 72 reviews Top5 Score 156
    5★ 72

    Reset Base Clinic combines physiotherapy, acupuncture, and massage to treat back injuries, shoulder pain including frozen shoulder, neck sprains, and knee problems, with Shun taking time to explain each treatment before starting. Japanese-speaking staff means clients who are not confident in English can describe their condition clearly and follow their recovery without a language barrier.

    Reviews most often describe: Injury recovery combining physiotherapy, acupuncture and massage

    • ✓ Shun explains treatment process in detail before each session begins
    • ✓ Reviewers report noticeable pain reduction after just one or two visits
    • ✓ Japanese-speaking staff available for clients not confident in English

    location_on Unit 1A/84 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead, Auckland

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Before you book a physiotherapist on the North Shore

Drawn from 615 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 physiotherapy costs for accident-related injuries, leaving a patient co-payment called a part charge. Part charges at most Auckland clinics run from around $20 to $50 per session, though some urban clinics charge more. For conditions not caused by an injury, full private fees range from around $60 to $120 per standard session. Clinics can lodge ACC claims directly, so no GP referral is needed to access the injury pathway.

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

Every physiotherapist in New Zealand must hold a current annual practising certificate issued by the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand (PBNZ), the statutory body established under the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003. You can search the PBNZ public register free of charge at any time, and it will show whether the certificate is current for this year as well as any conditions or restrictions on a practitioner's scope. Practising without a current certificate is unlawful, and concerns can be reported directly to the Physiotherapy Board or escalated to the Health and Disability Commissioner if the issue relates to care quality. When choosing between clinics, look for physios who note specific areas of interest such as sports rehab, musculoskeletal injury, or post-surgical recovery, as this signals focused clinical experience beyond general registration.

How many sessions should treatment realistically take? expand_more

A good physio will give you a realistic session estimate at or shortly after the first appointment, along with clear recovery milestones so you can measure progress. Reviews across North Shore clinics highlight physios who resolved straightforward problems in two to four sessions, while post-surgical rehab for injuries like ACL reconstruction or shoulder dislocation can take months of guided work. Home exercises are a reliable sign that a physio is building your independence rather than keeping you clinic-dependent, and several reviewers credited their recovery to programmes they continued between visits. If you are many sessions in with no stated end point and no measurable improvement, that is the moment to ask your physio directly what the plan is and seek a second opinion if the answer is vague.

What are the warning signs of a physiotherapy clinic you should avoid? expand_more
  • –A treatment plan with no stated goals, no session estimate, and no discussion of what progress should look like by a certain point.
  • –Being seen by a different physio each visit with no handover, so you repeat your history and the treatment loses continuity.
  • –Sessions that consist mainly of heat packs or passive machine treatment with little hands-on work and no active rehabilitation programme.
  • –Vague or evasive answers when you ask about ACC part-charges before your first appointment.
  • –A clinic that does not follow up or return calls when you are trying to book, as one reviewer noted messages were left repeatedly with no response.
  • –Pressure to add on services, such as acupuncture or massage, without a clear clinical reason explained to you.
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, so there are no surprises at the counter.
  • –Ask whether you will see the same physio at every appointment, since continuity is linked to faster progress across multiple reviewer accounts.
  • –Ask how many sessions your specific injury or condition is likely to need and what the recovery milestones look like at each stage.
  • –Ask whether home exercises form part of the treatment plan, as physios who email exercise notes or videos extend your recovery beyond clinic time.
  • –Ask whether the physio has direct experience with your type of injury, such as ACL rehab, post-surgical shoulder, or sports-related knee problems, rather than accepting a general answer about treating all injuries.

Physiotherapists ranked 6 to 10 on the North Shore

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

  • 6

    North Shore Physiotherapy

    ★ 5.0 71 reviews Top5 Score 155
    5★ 71

    North Shore Physiotherapy works through serious injuries like ACL tears, herniated discs, shoulder dislocations, knee ligament damage, and post-surgical ankle rehab, with Chris building programmes that progress in careful increments to produce results without setbacks. He adapts exercises when clients are travelling or away from the gym, and explains the mechanics of each injury clearly enough that patients understand exactly why they are doing each exercise.

    Reviews most often describe: ACL, back, and knee rehab managed week by week

    • ✓ Rehab exercises tailored to personal fitness goals, not generic protocols
    • ✓ Clear injury explanations that reduce fear and uncertainty at first visit
    • ✓ Programme adjusted week by week as strength and confidence improve

    location_on Anytime Fitness Takapuna 138 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, Auckland

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    Dynamic Physio Milford

    ★ 4.9 75 reviews Top5 Score 154
    5★ 73 4★ 1 1★ 1

    Dynamic Physio Milford treats frozen shoulder, knee injuries, arm injuries, and hand recovery across a team where physios like Hayley, James, Oisin, and Jovan each build targeted rehab plans combining manual therapy, exercise programmes, and gym-based work. Clients recovering from frozen shoulder report measurable gains in range of motion within two weeks, and those returning from sport cite a thoughtful mix of therapies as the reason they got back faster than expected.

    Reviews most often describe: Injury recovery with faster-than-expected results

    • ✓ Frozen shoulder patients regain range of motion within two weeks
    • ✓ Knee and arm injuries treated with manual therapy plus exercise plans
    • ✓ Physios explain each exercise and treatment in detail during sessions

    location_on Unit 1, Ground Floor/215 Shakespeare Road, Milford, Auckland

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  • 8

    The Rehab Club

    ★ 5.0 63 reviews Top5 Score 154
    5★ 63

    The Rehab Club treats back pain, knee injuries, neck problems, and sport-related injuries, with Cadyn building programmes that evolve session by session based on how each person is actually responding. He emails exercise notes for clients to keep using after discharge, and has checked in on patients outside of appointment hours to confirm his recommendations are working.

    Reviews most often describe: People with persistent or complex injuries needing adaptive rehab

    • ✓ Exercise programmes adapted each session based on client response
    • ✓ Written exercise notes sent by email for use after treatment ends
    • ✓ Treats clients across multiple injuries over months or years of care

    location_on 250 Forrest Hill Road, Forrest Hill, Auckland

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  • 9

    Browns Bay Physiotherapy Care Clinic

    ★ 4.9 50 reviews Top5 Score 149
    5★ 48 4★ 1 2★ 1

    Browns Bay Physiotherapy Care Clinic treats hip injuries, knee replacements, shoulder pain, vertigo, sporting injuries, and post-surgical recovery, with physios like Nicolette, Kirsty, Suzanne, and Shirley each building personalised treatment plans targeting the specific area. Clients who have tried other treatments without lasting results, including massage and acupuncture, report sustained improvement through the combination of hands-on therapy and tailored exercise programmes here.

    Reviews most often describe: Long-term and complex injury recovery across a full team

    • ✓ Multiple physios each create individual treatment plans per injury
    • ✓ Post-surgical clients report significant mobility gains after single visits
    • ✓ Physios explain exercises clearly so clients can self-manage between sessions

    location_on 39 Anzac Road, Browns Bay, Auckland

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    Dynamic Physio Long Bay

    ★ 4.8 60 reviews Top5 Score 149
    5★ 53 4★ 4 2★ 1 1★ 2

    Dynamic Physio Long Bay brings people back from knee injuries, achilles tears, sprained feet, and back problems, with physios like Aimee, Annami, Ernest, Mei, and Peace each adapting exercises as recovery progresses. Ernest helped a long-term walking stick user regain independent movement within three visits, and Mei guided a client through a lengthy achilles recovery with skill precise enough to exceed expected timelines.

    Reviews most often describe: Recoveries where empathetic, individually tailored rehab matters

    • ✓ Physios adjust exercises session by session as progress is made
    • ✓ Same-day appointments available when clients call on the day
    • ✓ App used to back up and guide prescribed exercises between sessions

    location_on 55a Glenvar Ridge Road, Long Bay, Auckland

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About this ranking

How are the top physiotherapists on the North Shore chosen? expand_more

We build this page from Google Maps results for physiotherapists on the North Shore. 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 21 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 on the North Shore. 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 50. Check where you rank or read how rankings work.