The practice was first established in 1979, providing physiotherapy services to the East Coast. In recent years the practice has expanded in terms of staff, expertise and areas of intervention and the re-brand and renovation reflects this evolution.
We are a dynamic team of registered New Zealand physiotherapists , with over 60 years of combined and varied experience. We are all highly committed to continuing professional development and evidence-based practice. Between us, we will find a treatment approach that is best suited to you.
PhysioFIRST is now part of the Geneva Healthcare Group.
Clinic address: 75 Customhouse Street, Gisborne.
We provide professional assessment, treatment and rehabilitation to support you to achieve your personal goal including; staying at work, returning to work, returning to sport and optimising your fitness and wellbeing. Our clinic physiotherapy services include:
All of our experienced Physiotherapists have extensive knowledge of how to diagnose and manage a large range of musculoskeletal injuries (ie. any pain or injury to the bones, tendons, ligaments, or muscles). Our physios also have the expert knowledge to treat complex or chronic pain conditions that may be ongoing from an injury many years ago. Our treatment list includes:
We are keen to work with local businesses to provide a first class service, to reduce work-related injury and increase efficiency amongst staff. We can help employers to maintain staff health and wellbeing.
Generally initial assessments take up to 40 minutes and follow up appointments take 30 minutes. To get the best result, please come wearing clothing that will allow for our therapists to see and work on the area you are having problems with.
Bookings are required in order to see one of our therapists however you can pop into the clinic to make an appointment.
It is really important that you show up on time. This means all of our clients are to receive the best service.
If you are running late please contact us so we can see what we can do or alternatively re-book you in at a later time.
Charges apply for all patients. Your insurer may cover the surcharge.
ACC Patients – Adults
ACC Patients – School Students
Private Hand Therapy
Private Physio
Private Podiatry
Community Services Card (ACC)
Extra charges may be incurred for materials and/or if more time is required.
There is a $30 charge for no shows or late cancellations. This fee can be waived if you give us a 4 hours notice in advance that you cannot make the appointment.
We are offering a range of clinic physio equipment and products.
Browse our range:
Our hand therapists are registered Physiotherapists who are specialists in the treatment of upper extremity conditions.
Hand therapy is the non-surgical management of hand disorders and injuries using physical methods such as exercise, splinting and wound care. Hand therapists also treat other upper limb disorders that affect hand function.
Hand therapy may include scar and wound management, functional retraining, splinting, advice on activities of daily living, joint mobilisations, stretching, active and resisted exercises, ultrasound, pain management and education.
Hand therapy has a crucial role in the recovery from injury of the hand or wrist, and in the recovery from upper limb surgical operations.
Hand Therapy Services now available at physioFIRST
ACC Adult
ACC Student
Non-ACC Private
*Costs may vary for materials used.
Have a question? Send a message to Geneva’s friendly support team.
If you prefer to call or email, our team is available 24 hours/7 days.
75 Customhouse Street, Gisborne.
