About Us
Southern Physiotherapy is your trusted destination for top-notch physio and massage services conveniently located on the corner of Great South Road and Manse Road in Papakura. With free, ample, flat, off-road parking, accessing our clinic is a breeze. Just a quick 2-minute drive from the motorway exit, we’re your go-to choice for physio and massage near you.
Tony Ashcroft
Principal Physiotherapist and owner of Southern Physiotherapy
Tony graduated in 1992 and then went on to complete his postgraduate and Masters of Manipulative Therapy in 2003. His dissertation examined the role of exercise in managing tendon injuries.
Tony is a highly skilled manual therapist with vast experience working in a variety of settings. Ranging 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 musculoskeletal and persisting pain conditions. He also uses acupuncture and treats breathing disorders.
Tony has a special interest in running based injuries, an accomplished ultra-marathon runner himself, he can provide support, advice, and training programmes for people wishing to start or enhance their running goals.
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’s Expertise includes treating cardiorespiratory and neurological aspects of Physiotherapy.
She is also a very skilled manual therapist in Physiotherapy.
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.
Anna Wheeler
Receptionist
Anna is a much loved Papakura local. 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.
