Please note, we currently do not have wheelchair access to our clinic
How We Can Help You
At Forge Physio a Christchurch based clinic, we offer a friendly approach to rehabilitation and performance, using multiple physiotherapy techniques to help you recover, rebuild, and get back to your daily life.
Locally owned and operated
Supportive and Empowering: Founded by Christchurch born & bred physio, Cam James, our team understands the importance of personalised rehabilitation. We tailor every treatment to the individual, ensuring therapy is designed specifically for you to reach YOUR goals.
Our services
Exercise Rehabilitation
Post operative rehabilitation
Post operative rehabilitation
Tailored programs to restore strength, mobility, and function.
Post operative rehabilitation
Post operative rehabilitation
Post operative rehabilitation
Getting you back to where you need to be post op eg. shoulder physio post rotator cuff repair
Manual Therapy
Post operative rehabilitation
Return to Sport Rehab
Hands-on techniques to improve movement, reduce pain, and enhance recovery.
Return to Sport Rehab
Return to Sport Rehab
Return to Sport Rehab
Structured, sport-specific rehabilitation to get you back in the game safely and stronger than before.
Dry Needling
Return to Sport Rehab
ACL rehabilitation
Targeted therapy to relieve muscle tension, reduce pain, and promote healing.
ACL rehabilitation
Return to Sport Rehab
ACL rehabilitation
We have extensive experience with ACL rehabilitation both conservative and post op.
Shoulders
Vocational support
Vocational support
A special interest area for our owner, shoulders can be tricky to manage but we can support you back to your goals
Vocational support
Vocational support
Vocational support
Supporting your recovery, so you can get back to work with confidence.
Other areas
Vocational support
Other areas
Lower back pain, hip pain, ankle pain, neck pain are just some of the other areas we help you recover from an injury.
Expertise
Swimming
With a background in swimming at a national level, our physiotherapists understand exactly what it takes to return to the water and maintain training during injury rehabilitation. As experts in shoulder physio, we're attuned to the demands of the sport and tailor our approach to support performance, recovery, and long-term resilience.
High performance sport
Our team brings years of hands-on experience in elite sports environments, working with top athletes to optimise performance, prevent injury, and support recovery at the highest level.
Dance
Through close partnerships with local dance schools, we understand the physical demands and intensity of the dance world. We’re passionate about supporting dancers in achieving their full potential—whether it's through injury recovery, performance enhancement, or ongoing care.
SHOULDER REHAB
With extensive experience rehabilitating shoulders across all walks of life- from elite athletes to everyday individuals- our physiotherapists combine hands-on expertise with advanced training in shoulder care. We take a targeted, evidence-based approach to help restore function, reduce pain, and support long-term recovery.
Who we are
Cam James – Director/Senior Physio
Born and bred in Christchurch, Cam James is passionate about sport and helping people return to their active lifestyles or introducing activity into their lives for the first time.
Cam competed at a national level in swimming for over 14 years and has since worked with a wide range of athletes, including swimmers, dancers, and rugby players in Christchurch. His dedication to getting the most out of his patients shines through whether he’s treating injuries, promoting injury prevention, or strength and conditioning.
Cam has postgraduate training in shoulder treatment and prevention under Angela Cadogan, dry needling, the McKenzie Method, and holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Sports Physiotherapy. Cam has also worked as a sideline physiotherapist for rugby teams in both Dunedin and Christchurch.
His key areas of interest include shoulder injuries, ACL/knee rehabilitation, Achilles tendon injuries/ruptures, return to work plans and helping people return to a sport or activity they love. He understands firsthand the frustration of being injured—especially in the lead-up to a big event—and is committed to helping clients get back to where they want to be.
Outside of work, Cam enjoys mountain biking, running, hitting the gym, and and spending time with his family.
Testimonies
Personal trainer
I’ve been working with Cam for over 8 years, and his expertise is second to none. He helped me recover from a serious prolapsed disc—something I was told would need surgery. Thanks to his skill and treatment, I avoided it completely and got back to training pain-free. I trust him fully and regularly refer my clients.
— Tom Lowe, Personal Trainer
Adventure runner
As an avid adventure racer and runner, I was devastated when I rolled my ankle and tore tendons while training for the Crater Rim race in Christchurch. Thankfully, I found Cam James at Forge Physio. Cam’s expertise and personalized care got me back to full strength faster than I thought possible. His approach was thorough, supportive, and tailored to my goals, ensuring I could hit the trails again with confidence. If you’re looking for top-notch physiotherapy, I highly recommend Cam and Forge Physio!
– Sytse Tacoma