The Physio Mechanics Team

Nikita joined Physio Mechanics in 2018 and has grown into the role of Pukekohe Clinic Manager, leading both the clinical and operational delivery of care within the clinic.

She is passionate about helping people achieve their goals, with a strong focus on restoring full function, reducing pain, and supporting a confident return to work, sport, and everyday life.

Alongside her clinical practice, Nikita has completed postgraduate management training and continues to develop her leadership within the business. She is also trained in dry needling, which she incorporates into her treatment where appropriate to support pain relief and rehabilitation.

Nikita has a strong connection to the football community, maintaining a close understanding of the demands of both training and competition environments.

Her approach is practical, structured, and goal-oriented, with a strong emphasis on long-term results rather than short-term fixes.

Outside of work, she enjoys travelling, playing piano, yoga, swimming, and spending time at the beach.

Katie has over 20 years of clinical experience in physiotherapy, with a strong interest in musculoskeletal injury, spinal conditions, and post-surgical rehabilitation. She holds a Bachelor of Health Science in Physiotherapy and a Postgraduate Certificate in Western Acupuncture, which she integrates into her practice to support pain management and recovery.

Katie has a particular interest in pre- and post-natal rehabilitation, working closely with new mothers to support safe return to exercise and functional strength. She is also experienced in managing a wide range of sports-related injuries and enjoys helping people return to the activities they love.

Her background in sport includes extensive involvement in rugby, netball, basketball, and touch – both as a physiotherapist and active participant. This provides her with strong insight into the demands of sport, injury prevention, and return-to-performance pathways.

Katie is known for her practical, down-to-earth approach and her ability to build strong rapport with patients while delivering clear, effective rehabilitation plans.

Outside of work, she enjoys staying active and spending time outdoors through swimming, hiking, and water sports.

Nicole is a Senior Physiotherapist who graduated from the University of Otago with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. She began her career at Middlemore Hospital, working across elderly care, stroke rehabilitation, and orthopaedics before moving into private practice and developing her clinical focus in musculoskeletal rehabilitation.

She enjoys being part of the rehabilitation journey, helping patients recover from injury, reduce pain, and return confidently to work, life, and sport. Nicole has a particular interest in running-related injuries, and enjoys working with both recreational and competitive runners to support recovery, performance, and injury prevention. She is trained in dry needling, which she incorporates into treatment where appropriate to assist with pain management and muscle recovery. Nicole’s approach is practical, supportive, and goal-focused, with an emphasis on restoring movement quality and building long-term resilience.

Outside of work, she is a passionate runner and swimmer, and enjoys hiking through New Zealand’s native bush as well as spending time with friends and family.

Ayesha is a Senior Physiotherapist with over 7 years of clinical experience across hospital and private practice settings in Pakistan, the Maldives, and New Zealand. She holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy qualification and a Master’s in Public Health, bringing a strong clinical and global perspective to her practice.

She has a special interest in both musculoskeletal and pelvic health physiotherapy for men and women, providing comprehensive, evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s needs. Her clinical focus includes injury rehabilitation, pelvic floor dysfunction, sports injuries, chronic pain, and post-surgical recovery. Ayesha is passionate about supporting patients through a clear, structured rehabilitation process that restores function, confidence, and quality of life through movement and education-based treatment. Her approach is calm, thorough, discreet, and patient-focused, with an emphasis on delivering practical strategies that support long-term recovery.

Outside of work, Ayesha enjoys travelling, reading, and spending quality time with friends and family, which supports her strong belief in balance and wellbeing.