Welcome to Diane Godfrey Physiotherapy

Passionate about People – Committed to your well-being!

about us

Diane Godfrey Physiotherapy was established in 1996 by founder Di Godfrey and has been serving the Howick, Hilton and greater KZN Midlands communities for nearly 30 years.

Our team of seven includes five physiotherapists, a practice administrator, and an accounts administrator, all committed to providing exceptional care and a positive patient experience from the first point of contact through to recovery.

Our Services

We offer comprehensive physiotherapy services across every stage of rehabilitation, including outpatient treatment, hospital-based care, and home visits when required.

Our areas of expertise:

Chronic pain management
Lymphoedema and swelling management
Orthopaedic rehabilitation
General surgical rehabilitation
Sports injury and musculoskeletal rehabilitation
Respiratory physiotherapy
Neurological rehabilitation

Whether you are recovering from surgery, managing a long-term condition, returning to sport, or seeking to improve your quality of life, our goal is to provide personalised, evidence-informed care that helps you move better, feel better, and return to the activities that matter most.

At Diane Godfrey Physiotherapy, we believe that excellent clinical care and a supportive, compassionate patient experience go hand in hand. Our aim is not only to help patients recover, but to ensure they feel heard, supported, and confident throughout their rehabilitation journey.

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Chronic Pain Management

Persistent pain can impact your movement, independence, and quality of life. We help people better manage ongoing pain, improve function, and regain confidence so they can return to the activities they enjoy.

Swelling and Lymphoedema Management

Swelling is caused by too much fluid in the tissues, which can be caused by a build-up of lymphatic fluid, often following cancer treatment. Swelling is also caused by sports injuries, or after general and orthopaedic surgeries. Both are managed by manual lymphatic drainage.

Orthopaedic rehabilitation

Orthopaedic rehabilitation helps you recover from injuries, surgery, or conditions affecting your bones, joints, muscles, and tendons. We work with you to reduce pain, restore movement, rebuild strength, and help you return safely to your daily activities, work, and sport.

Sports Injuries and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation

Whether you are recovering from a sports injury or dealing with aches and pains affecting your muscles, joints, tendons, or ligaments, we can help. Our goal is to reduce pain, restore movement and strength, and help you return safely to the activities, exercise, and sport you enjoy.

Respiratory Physiotherapy

Respiratory physiotherapy helps people experiencing breathing difficulties due to chest infections, chronic lung conditions, surgery, or prolonged illness. We use a range of techniques to help clear secretions, improve breathing, increase exercise tolerance, and support recovery.

Neurological Rehabilitation

Neurological rehabilitation helps people regain movement, strength, balance, and confidence following conditions such as stroke, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, or other neurological disorders. Our aim is to maximise independence and help you participate more fully in everyday life.

Appointment

Want to make booking or have a question?

Call us on 033 330 5733 or email us on digodfreyphysio@gmail.com

testimonials

Our clients say the nicest things

“I had such a wonderful experience at this practice. From the moment I arrived, everyone that I encountered were so warm and kind.

Di is an exceptional physio. She is incredibly kind, knowledgeable, thorough and clearly very talented. From my very first session, it was obvious how much experience she has. She took the time to really get to know me and my history, explained every step of the process so clearly, and taught me in a way that I felt empowering, rather than overwhelming.

Di is warm, kind, genuine and so approachable. I really appreciate how affirming and compassionate she was about my pain- she truly listened, validated what I was experiencing and showed genuine empathy. I arrived in quite a bit of pain and left with noticeable relief, but more than that, I felt genuinely cared for and confident about how to move forward. I couldn’t recommend her more highly.

Linda at reception was excellent- so warm, welcoming and helpful.”

Nicole Allen

“My family and I this practice for roughly 8 years, so I feel confident in recommending them.

From the moment you make your appointment, the support staff are friendly and efficient. Carmen and Diane are amazing physios that are passionate about their jobs.

Carmen specifically has been helping my mom with her MS and rehabbing her broken ankle and she’s always been incredible.

Definitely my preferred Physios!

Thanks so much you guys”

Andi Wilkins

“Extremely helpful and lovely people”

Githika Punchum

“Excellent service. Lovely, helpful people”

Eleanor Gadd