Chris Smith : Healthpoint

Qualifications

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy

Profile

Bachelors degree (BSc) in Physiotherapy, First class honours. Masters degree (MSc) in Advanced Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Commendation. MPNZ, MCSP, MMACP
Chris graduated in 2007 from The University of the West of England in the UK. Since then he has worked in the UK for the NHS for 11 years and in the private sector for 9 years gaining knowledge of a large range of experience treating conditions throughout the body. More recently he worked as an Advanced Physiotherapy practitioner specialising in knee’s between 2015-2018 in the UK.

Continuous development is important and Chris has undertaken various post-graduate courses in soft tissue release, taping, lower limb biomechanics, running rehabilitation and headaches. Most significant is completing his Master’s in February 2018 in the UK. Chris moved to New Zealand in 2018 and was lead physiotherapist at Habit rehabilitation for 1 year managing a team. Chris’s passion lies in rehabilitation of lower limb and shoulder conditions in addition to sports injuries. Regular professional development means he stays at the top of his field in these areas.

Outside of work Chris is enthusiastic about keeping fit, going to the gym, running and ocean swimming.

Chris' Hours: Newmarket

Mon: 7am - 5pm
Wed: 12pm - 8pm
Fri: 7am - 4pm

Interests

Lower limb injuries
Lower limb tendon pain
Knee, hip and foot ankle ankle conditions
Shoulder conditions
Sports injuries
Persistent pain
Post-operative rehabilitation

Conditions

No

Scope of Practice

Eligible to practice, Annual Practicing Certificate Issue Date: 01 April 2025, expires: 31 March 2026

Languages Spoken

English