North City Physiotherapy was founded by Atif Razvi in 2005, beginning in beautiful Titahi Bay with a simple vision — to provide high-quality physiotherapy and rehabilitation that genuinely makes a difference in people’s lives.

Over the past 20+ years, we have grown into one of the region’s most trusted physiotherapy providers, proudly serving the communities of Porirua, Whitby, Tawa, and Johnsonville. While our clinics have expanded, our philosophy has remained unchanged: to deliver exceptional clinical care with genuine compassion, professionalism, and a strong community focus.

At North City Physiotherapy, we believe rehabilitation is about more than simply treating pain or injury. It is about helping people move better, function better, regain confidence, and return to the activities that matter most to them — whether that means returning to sport, work, parenting, exercise, or simply daily life without limitation.

We are proud to be a locally owned and operated business, with many of our team living in the same communities we serve. This gives us a deep understanding of our clients, their lifestyles, and the needs of our wider community.

Our Clinics

We provide physiotherapy services across four convenient locations:

  • Porirua Clinic
  • Whitby Clinic
  • Tawa Clinic
  • Johnsonville Clinic

Whether you live locally, commute for work, or need care closer to home, our multiple locations make accessing high-quality physiotherapy easier and more convenient.

Why Choose North City Physiotherapy?

Choosing the right physiotherapy provider matters. At North City Physiotherapy, our reputation has been built on trust, clinical excellence, and long-term relationships with our clients and referrers.

Our experienced physiotherapists work collaboratively across all clinic locations, ensuring you benefit from shared clinical expertise and a team-based approach to rehabilitation.

What makes us different:

Experienced Physiotherapists

Our clinicians bring a broad range of expertise in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, sports injuries, chronic pain, dizziness and vestibular conditions, concussion management, pelvic health, workplace rehabilitation, and post-surgical recovery.

Evidence-Based Care

We combine clinical experience, current research, and best practice guidelines to ensure your rehabilitation is effective, safe, and tailored to your condition.

Individualised Treatment

No two people are the same. Your assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation plan are designed specifically around your goals, lifestyle, and recovery needs.

Team-Based Rehabilitation

Our clinicians regularly collaborate and share expertise to ensure you receive the highest standard of care, especially for complex or persistent conditions.

Community Focused

We are proud to support the local community that has supported us since 2005. We believe in building genuine relationships and delivering care that is accessible, respectful, and person-centred.

Modern Rehabilitation Approach

Our clinics offer private treatment spaces, rehabilitation areas, exercise-based recovery, and structured treatment pathways to help maximise outcomes.

What We Help With

Our team helps people with a wide range of conditions and rehabilitation needs, including:

  • Back and neck pain
  • Sports injuries
  • Joint, muscle and tendon injuries
  • Post-operative rehabilitation
  • Work-related injuries and return-to-work programmes
  • Concussion and dizziness / vertigo
  • Headaches and jaw pain
  • Pelvic health conditions
  • Pregnancy and postnatal rehabilitation
  • Chronic pain management
  • Strength and conditioning rehabilitation
  • Older adult mobility and falls prevention

We also offer group-based rehabilitation and wellness services including Pilates and targeted exercise programmes.

What to Expect

We believe rehabilitation works best as a partnership.

When you visit North City Physiotherapy, you can expect a thorough assessment, clear diagnosis, honest communication, and a personalised plan for recovery.

Our goal is not just to treat symptoms temporarily, but to understand the root cause of your problem and help create meaningful long-term improvement.

We aim to empower you with education, practical strategies, and guided rehabilitation so you feel confident managing your condition both during and after treatment.

Treatment Planning

A clear treatment plan is central to successful rehabilitation.

Following your assessment, your physiotherapist will discuss your diagnosis, explain contributing factors, and work with you to create a structured rehabilitation plan.

Think of this as your roadmap to recovery.

Your treatment plan may include:

  • Hands-on treatment
  • Exercise rehabilitation
  • Strength and mobility work
  • Education and self-management strategies
  • Return-to-work or return-to-sport planning
  • Ongoing progress reviews

Treatment plans are dynamic and evolve as you improve. We regularly review progress and adjust your rehabilitation to ensure you continue moving towards your goals.

Our Commitment to You

At North City Physiotherapy, we are committed to providing high-quality care, excellent service, and a supportive rehabilitation experience from your first appointment through to discharge.

Our mission is simple: to help our community move well, recover well, and live well.