NICKI LEACH
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, Dynamic Physio Milford
US-trained Doctor of Physical Therapy
Nicki is a physiotherapist at our Milford clinic. She earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Saint Francis University in Pennsylvania, where she also competed in collegiate track and field.
She has practised across Georgia, Pennsylvania, Oregon and California, mainly in private practice, before joining Dynamic Physio.
Qualifications: BSc (Health Science); Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Saint Francis University
Registration: New Zealand Registered Physiotherapist (NZRPT)
Clinic: Dynamic Physio Milford, 215 Shakespeare Road
ACC: ACC registered, no GP referral needed
Movement retraining and active living
Nicki loves understanding how the body moves. She combines manual therapy, movement retraining, exercise and education, and commonly helps with:
- Running and track injuries, such as shin pain and Achilles pain
- Volleyball and jumping sport injuries, including knee tendon pain
- Movement patterns that keep causing pain
- Back and neck pain
- Staying active and preventing injuries coming back
Outside work she enjoys volleyball, yoga, running, reading, the outdoors and time with her dog.
What to expect at your first appointment
Nicki will ask about your injury, your activities and your goals, then assess how you move. You will get a clear explanation of what is going on, treatment in the same session, and an exercise plan to follow between appointments.
Questions about seeing Nicki
Do I need a referral to see Nicki?
No. You can book directly online or by calling our Milford clinic on 09 869 6997. If your injury was caused by an accident, Nicki can lodge your ACC claim at your first appointment.
Where does Nicki work?
Nicki works at our Milford clinic at 215 Shakespeare Road, which has onsite parking, plus free parking at Smales Farm through ParkMate at busy times (just give reception your car registration).
Book at Milford
Appointments at Dynamic Physio Milford. No referral needed.