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Leighton Wills BHSc(Physio), PGD(Musc), PGC(Acup), MPNZ

Senior Physiotherapist


Leighton graduated from AUT in 2008. He completed his Post Graduate Diploma in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy in 2011 and Post Graduate Certificate in Western Acupuncture in 2016.

Leighton has gained extensive experience working overseas in London's exclusive Reebok Sports Club and in Australia, with both amateur and professional athletes.

He has worked with multiple sports teams at a youth and senior level, predominantly football. He currently works is the lead therapist for the NZ Under 20 Football team. Leighton is particularly interested in sports and spinal injuries and returning athletes of all levels back to sport.

He is heavily involved in mentoring and in-house training of all the staff at Roland Jeffery Physiotherapy.

  • "Having qualifications in Pilates, my goals with my clients are to restore their movement and strength. Our specialized equipment helps this in a fun and friendly way. RJ Physio has group classes and well as individual sessions, so we can tailor to your specific needs. Pilates can help return you to work, sports and reduce your pain and increase your performance. Call me today and I can discuss your Pilates options."

    Pip Greenwood

  • "If you have issues with your footwear, running or walking biomechanics, or any pain in your feet – call me for an appointment today. I am a podiatrist specialising in sports podiatry, I can customise orthotics for you, prescribe exercises and advise you on the best way of managing your pain."

    Dale Gooding

  • "Having experienced headache’s and neck pain myself I have become an expert at treating them. I have qualified with my post-graduate diploma in manipulative therapy, and love sorting out my client’s stiff and painful necks, helping them with their posture and returning them to work."

    Leighton Wills

  • "I have had great results solving peoples pain with acupuncture. Having qualifications in acupuncture I use the needles gently to restore my clients movement and help with pain and muscle spasm. Most of my clients love acupuncture and are surprised how gentle and easy it is. Call me today and ask how I can help you with acupuncture."

    Emily Lo