About Palmy Physiotherapy

Learn about our journey, our commitment to your wellbeing, and the passion that drives us to help you move better and live your best life.

Our inspiration and unique approach

Palmy Physiotherapy was inspired by my passion for helping people move better, feel stronger, and get back to doing the things they love. As a physiotherapist, I have seen how pain, injury, and physical limitations can affect not only a person’s body but also their confidence and quality of life.

I wanted to create a physiotherapy clinic where every person feels heard, supported, and genuinely cared for. My goal is to provide personalised, evidence-based treatment that looks beyond the injury and focuses on each individual’s needs, goals, and lifestyle.

Our philosophy: listening and empowering

Palmy Physiotherapy is built around a simple belief: everyone deserves the opportunity to move with confidence and live an active, fulfilling life. I’m proud to provide a friendly, patient-centred service to the Palmerston North community and to be part of each client’s journey towards better health and wellbeing.

I believe recovery starts with listening. I take the time to understand each client’s concerns, lifestyle, and goals so we can work together to create a treatment plan that is right for them. I use a combination of hands-on treatment, personalised exercises, education, and practical strategies to help people manage their symptoms and make lasting improvements.

Meet the physiotherapist

Hi, I’m Mary, 

I’m originally from the Philippines, where I completed my physiotherapy degree and began my career in a busy clinical setting. I then moved to the UAE, where I spent more than 10 years working in a large tertiary hospital, gaining experience with a wide range of conditions, including post-operative rehabilitation, inpatient and outpatient care, and musculoskeletal conditions.

After moving to New Zealand, I continued working in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and developed a strong passion for helping people manage pain, recover from injuries and return to the activities they enjoy.

My areas of interest include musculoskeletal physiotherapy, injury rehabilitation, post-operative rehabilitation, exercise-based rehabilitation and dry needling.

I believe physiotherapy should be individualised, practical and focused on what matters most to you. My approach combines hands-on treatment, education and tailored exercises to help you understand your body and feel confident throughout your recovery.

Outside of work, I’m a new mum to my beautiful 6-month-old boy. 💙 Being a mum has given me an even greater appreciation for the importance of looking after yourself while balancing family, work and everyday life.

When I’m not at the clinic, you’ll probably find me enjoying family time and making the most of this new chapter of motherhood. 😊

At Palmy Physiotherapy, my goal is simple:

Helping you move better, recover faster and get back to doing what you love.

I look forward to meeting you! 🌿

"Palmy Physiotherapy truly understands how to get you back on your feet. The personalised care made all the difference in my recovery."

A satisfied client