North City Physiotherapy
Kia ora! Welcome to North City Physiotherapy, your trusted physiotherapy provider with over 20 years of experience serving the Porirua, Whitby, Tawa, and Johnsonville communities. Our dedicated team of professionals is committed to helping you achieve the best possible outcomes through personalised care and rehabilitation.
At North City Physiotherapy, we understand that every individual’s needs are unique. We begin with a thorough assessment to uncover the root causes of your pain and develop a tailored treatment plan that guides you on the path from pain or dysfunction to prevention and performance. Our approach is built on listening carefully to your concerns and collaborating with you to set and achieve your rehabilitation goals.
We offer a comprehensive range of services, including manual therapy, dry needling, exercise rehabilitation, and specialised care pathways for pelvic health and vestibular conditions. Our team employs evidence-based techniques and practices to ensure effective management of injuries and promotes overall wellness.
In addition to one-on-one therapy, we also offer group classes such as Pilates and Stretch & Strengthen, aimed at enhancing your physical fitness and well-being. Our commitment to patient-centered care extends to telehealth services, making it easier than ever to access support no matter where you are.
Don’t let pain hold you back from enjoying life. Book your appointment today and let us partner with you on your journey to recovery and optimal health!
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 8h-18h
- tuesday: 8h-18h
- wednesday: 8h-18h
- thursday: 8h-18h
- friday: 8h-17h
- saturday: (closed)
Our comment from PhysioFinder.net about North City Physiotherapy:
A Team of Highly Qualified Professionals
North City Physiotherapy boasts an impressive roster of clinicians, including physiotherapists with extensive backgrounds in orthopaedic manual therapy, sports medicine, and pelvic health. The team includes specialists such as Atif Razvi, Roger, and Philip Blanchard, alongside professionals like Nicole, Carmin, and Marama, who bring expertise in areas ranging from acute injury assessment to chronic pain management. Their diverse academic and clinical foundations ensure that patients receive evidence-based care from practitioners who are deeply knowledgeable in their fields.
Tailored Treatment Plans and Personal Attention
Patients consistently highlight the clinic’s commitment to personalized care, moving away from "cookie-cutter" approaches. Therapists take the time to understand individual symptoms, explaining diagnoses clearly and creating practical, step-by-step recovery plans. Whether dealing with complex conditions or routine injuries, the physios focus on the patient's specific goals, ensuring that every session builds on previous progress and adapts to the client’s lifestyle and needs.
Sports Rehabilitation and Active Recovery
A significant portion of the team has experience in sports physiotherapy, including sideline care for rugby and support for endurance athletes. Reviewers frequently mention successful returns to running, ultra-marathons, and competitive leagues, crediting the therapists for designing progressive strengthening programs. The clinic is particularly noted for its ability to help patients safely resume their favorite activities, combining hands-on techniques with targeted exercise rehabilitation to restore function and confidence.
Welcoming Environment and Clear Communication
The atmosphere at North City Physiotherapy is described as friendly, professional, and reassuring. Many first-time patients note that they felt immediately comfortable and well-supported. The staff is praised for their patience and ability to demystify medical concepts, which helps reduce anxiety and encourages active participation in the healing process. Patients appreciate having a treatment plan they can easily follow and understand, leading to higher satisfaction and trust in the recovery journey.
Proven Results Across Various Conditions
From frozen shoulders and ankle injuries to persistent back pain and post-surgical rehabilitation, the clinic has a strong track record of delivering tangible results. Reviews highlight significant improvements in mobility and pain relief, with many patients stating they were "up and running" or pain-free after a series of sessions. The holistic approach, which often includes advice on long-term management and lifestyle adjustments, ensures that clients leave with the tools and knowledge needed to maintain their health beyond the clinic walls.
Services and Treatments
North City Physiotherapy: Reviews
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Reviews on Google
4,8 out of 5 from 31 reviews
Fantastic experience: Staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. Good space, treats with equipments and physical exercises both based on your health and needs.
Thanks Dimple
Fantastic experience: Excellent care from Philip, he knew exactly what was wrong woth Mums ankle better than a dr showed us xrays & explained will def come again
Thanks so much for the review Wendy.
Fantastic experience: I had a great experience at North City Physio.The Physiotherapist explained everything clearly and created a treatment plan, that help me with my shoulder injury. Highly recommended. Thanks Manjula
Thanks Manjula, very happy to hear that!
Fantastic experience: Had a great experience here. The physios are very knowledgeable and explain everything clearly. They helped relieve my pain and gave me exercises that actually worked. Very highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: Excellent service. The physio explained clearly and the treatment made a big difference. Very Professional, Friendly and easy to talk to. Definitely recommend.
Fantastic experience: Excellent physio session. The therapist was kind, professional, and made me feel comfortable.
Fantastic experience: Atif and the team at North City Physio have helped our family through recovery from a couple of sports injuries and rehab post surgery. Atif knows his stuff and his care and understanding shows through the treatment provided. He now has built a team that follows those same levels of health service.
Fantastic experience: Really impressed with the physiotherapy care for my knee and shoulder injuries. The therapist listened, explained everything clearly, and the treatment plan was personalised, easy to follow, and each session built on real improvements. Their approach combined hands‑on therapy with practical exercises that actually helped. I’m genuinely grateful for the progress and highly recommend them.
Fantastic experience: I went to North City Physiotherapy for persistent shoulder pain, and I’m honestly so impressed with the care I received. Atif was incredibly professional, friendly, and reassuring right from the start. They took the time to understand my symptoms properly, explained everything clearly, and tailored the treatment to suit what I needed. After just a few sessions, my shoulder pain is completely gone — something I didn’t think would happen this quickly. The exercises and hands-on treatment made a huge difference, and I felt supported throughout the whole process. I highly recommend North City Physiotherapy and Atif to anyone looking for effective, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring physiotherapy treatment.
Negative experience: Things started out pretty normal but did not end well. Over the space of a few months the advice and plan I received become increasing confusing and have left me feeling hopeless. I resonate with some of the things said by The Fox in their review and wish I’d seen that sooner. As someone with health training, some of the things I was told don’t seem medically sound. If your condition is unusual in some way, this clinic might not be a good choice. I imagine their treatment is just fine if you have a more routine issue.
Hi,
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear your experience didn’t meet your expectations. We’ve checked our records but are unable to locate you as a client. We would really like the opportunity to follow up, gain a better understanding, and speak with you directly about your experience.
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North City Physiotherapy
Fantastic experience: Atif sorted out my frozen shoulder. Thanks!
Thanks for the feedback Rajees
Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Philip Blanchard at North city physio. In the first session Philip was able to identify the main causes of my shoulder and leg problems that other physios had been unable to solve. Such a relief after all these years.
Thanks Bron
Fantastic experience: Best local physio, very experienced team, I dealt with them few times over the past several years and very happy with the treatment. Highly recommended!
Fantastic experience: Philip did an excellent job. I felt he really understood what the issue was. He communicated a workable plan to get me back to peak condition with very clear step-by-step instructions.
Thanks for the great feedback!
Fantastic experience: Where to start... I have had migraines weekly for around 10-15 years, through which I have tried pretty much every remedy known. Finally I came to North City Physo and have been under the care of Abhishek (Abhi) D’ Costa. With Abhi's care and wisdom I have seen a significant drop in my migraines, as well as a lift in my general mood and well-being. The journey has been no overnight success, but I see noticeable differences and see the value in long term treatment. I have found Abhi's care so go I now take my oldest son to Abhi to help him recover from a back injury. I'd absolutely recommend Abhi to anyone, his techniques, advice and overall car are second to none.
Fantastic experience: Really professional. Got me back to doing sports again in no time. Especially to Sam who was very kind and did his job well.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic service. Worked really hard to get me ready for a race I was desperate to run. Couldn’t have done it without Atif
Thanks Greg, awesome work getting to the race!
Fantastic experience: Extremely good service, very professional and friendly. Artif knows his stuff Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Been seeing this team for a couple of years for my son's with their injuries through rugby league and college rugby, always been helpful with not only my son's but also others in the team, always a txt and phone call away, helpful with great advice. Highly recommended to all, Great service, conversations, and recommendations for recovery. You won't be disappointed by their work ethics.
Fantastic experience: I travelled across the world to learn from Atif Razvi. Atif helped mentor me as a young physio and continued to inspire my passion in this field. His professionalism and personal etiquette with patients is a quality I admire. Atif also helped treat my severe episode of low back pain with the appropriate advice, education and evidence based exercises. I highly recommend North City Physiotherapy for all your physio needs!
Fantastic experience: Would highly recommend North City Physio to anyone in need of expert advice. I’ve had a knee issue and Atif put me through a thorough examination to determine what next steps should be taken and how to progressively build my rehab program. For personal peace of mind it’s worth it.
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend NCP, I had been diagnosed having osteoporosis in my hip and was told my running days were over. This is where Atif stepped in, after a thorough examination he built a progressive rehab program. I was up and running after a couple of months. Atif provides an excellent service and a great experience.
Fantastic experience: After so many "cookie cutter" rehabilitation excercises provided by other physio clinics, I was fed up. Although a 20 minute drive away from me, I am so glad that I went to see North City Physio. The physio that I saw really took the time to come up with a tailor made rehab program for me that suited my lifestyle. Thanks team!
Fantastic experience: I went to North City Physio for an ankle injury. It was my first time getting Physiotherapy so I was a little nervous about how it would go. But the team at North City Physio instantly made me feel comfortable and explained the exercises and treatment plan so well. Would highly recommend North City Physio to anyone looking for excellent patient care and support!
Fantastic experience: Couldn’t recommend more, great team of Physio’s. Wouldn’t go anywhere else in Porirua
Fantastic experience: Can't recommend north city physio enough! They are very knowledgeable and helped me through all my surgeries with full rehabilitation treatment in place afterwards. Right from the diagnosis and assessment to the treatment everything was fully explained so that I had an understanding of it. Fully recommend!
Fantastic experience: Atif and his team are dedicated to providing the best rehab service in North Wellington. All the physiotherapists are superb professionals and will provide a thorough care plan detailing how you will achieve your goals. Would highly recommend for even the most minor ache or niggle, they will get it sorted before it becomes a bigger issue.
Fantastic experience: North City Physiotherapy really excels! What a fantastic venue, location, team and client focused practice. They certainly raise the bar on service and solutions - putting the patient at the heart of everything they offer, with a tailored approach and expert insight. Would definitely recommend their services, programs and products to all!
Fantastic experience: Professional service with knowledgeable physios who explained my injury to me very well and delivered a complete treatment plan.
Fantastic experience: I had the misfortune of getting a foot injury 6 weeks out from my first ever ultra marathon (50km). Just walking was painful. I went for an appointment with Rowan who was amazing. She seemed optimistic that I would still be able to run (I didn't believe her). I followed all the instructions through the various appointments and within 3 weeks I was back running with a lot less pain. I then managed to complete the ultra marathon with no foot pain and managed to do it faster than my goal pre injury. I can't comment on any of the other staff as I have only dealt with Rowan , however if they are half as good as her I would recommend them all.
Negative experience: Most appauling "professional" service I have ever (not) received. Had an appointment booked on a Monday that I had to take off work for. I got a text the night before saying that the physio was sick and asking to reschedule. All good, people get sick, its all cool. My leg is still screwed up so I agree to an appontment the following day and ask my boss for time off work to attend. I rock up early Tuesday morning for my 8am appointment. No ones at the reception desk but all good, surely one of the physios will call me right? Wrong. Its now 8.15, and im still sitting there waiting when I receive a call from a private number. I answer it, and guess who it is??? North city physio advising me they need to reschedule my appointment. Bisssssh... im literally at the clinic, waiting for the said appoinment (that was meant to have started 15 minutes ago) and they want to reschedule. After the fact. Are. You. Kidding? Whilst there, I noted there was a physio there whos 8am client didn't show up... and they were just watching YouTube videos... no face to face interaction. No communication. Super unprofessional. What an absolute pisstake and waste of my time. All in all, a laughable experience and I wouldn't recommend this practice to anyone. If you dont want to get screwed around, I recommend going going else where.
Hi Genevieve, your 100% right, this is not good enough. We are not making excuses but unfortunately we had 2 different physios sick on consecutive days which left us a bit blind sighted. We will address everything and be better and not let this happen again. We super disappointed this occured and regret all the inconvienece caused
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