About Us
Tony Ashcroft, Principal Physiotherapist and owner of Southern Physio
Tony graduated in 1992 and then went on to complete his post-graduate and Masters of Manipulative Therapy in 2003. His dissertation examined the role of exercise in managing tendon injuries. Tony is a highly experienced manual therapist. He has a vast experience working in a variety of settings. These range from working with International Sports Teams, manipulative therapy, occupational health and patients with chronic pain syndromes. Tony is very passionate about hands-on Physio and exercise based management of musclo-skeletal and persisting pain conditions. He also uses acupuncture and treats breathing disorders. Tony is also very interested in running based injuries. In his spare time he loves nothing more than to spend time with his young family and run the occasional ultra-marathon.
Karen Purdie, Physiotherapist
Karen is passionate about helping people from all walks of life to achieve all that they are capable of after injury or an operation. Karen works in 3 Rest Homes, encompassing and treating cardiorespiratory and neurological aspects of Physiotherapy. She is also a very skilled manual therapist Physiotherapist.
Karen is extraordinarily qualified; With 3 Bachelor qualifications (Psychology 1994, Science 1999 and Physiotherapy 2011). She also has a Diploma in Teaching and Policing, having worked in the Police force for 17 years. Predominantly in our local community in frontline roles.
Karen is a sports fanatic, she is a 2nd Dan Black Belt in Karate, and teaches children's karate and swimming.
Nicky Lundo-Nielsen, Receptionist
Nicky has worked at Southern Physiotherapy since 2004. During this time she has mastered the knack of reading Tony's absurd handwriting and has developed the patience of a Saint. You will find Nicky extremely obliging and always friendly.
Anna Wheeler - Receptionist
Anna is a well known Papakura 'icon'. Her sense of humour and warm greeting as you arrive in reception will ensure that you feel comfortable and looked after from the moment you arrive. Unlike Nicky, she cannot read Tony's handwriting.
For more information on the conditions we treat and services we offer, or to book an appointment please call (09) 297 7119, fax (09) 297 7210 or email us at reception@southernphysio.co.nz
Conditions We Treat
Contact us
Practice Phone: (09) 297 7119
Email: reception@southernphysio.co.nz
Cancellations
Cancellation of an appointment must be made 24 hours in advance. We regret that you will be charged a $30 fee for any late cancellations or missed appointments. This is because your Physiotherapist does not get paid if you don't arrive.
