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- GESY or private?Through GESY: ask your personal doctor (or a specialist) for a physiotherapy referral, then book with a GESY-contracted physio.
- Physiotherapy clinics in PaphosOpened in 2013 on Psaron Street, near Evangelismos Hospital, and run by physiotherapist Nikolas Omirou.
- Public option: Paphos General HospitalThe physiotherapy department of Paphos General Hospital takes GESY referrals and has six physiotherapists, including two in paediatrics, plus spinal cord and neurological rehabilitation.
- How to chooseAfter surgery: a clinic with a gym and equipment for knees and hips (Marmaras, Omirou Nikolas), or hydrotherapy at Blue Cross.
- Our tipsCheck registration: every physiotherapist in Cyprus must be on the SEFF register of licensed physiotherapists.
Quick answer
Paphos has a good choice of physiotherapists, most of them in Paphos town and one in Peyia for Coral Bay. With a GESY referral you pay €10 a session at a GESY-contracted physio or at Paphos General Hospital; GESY members include Omirou Nikolas, Marmaras Physiocenter, Maven and PHEXMED. Physiocare at St George & Blue Cross Hospital has a heated hydrotherapy pool, George Nikolaou and Omirou Nikolas have shockwave for sports injuries, and MC Physiotherapy covers Peyia and Coral Bay.
- With a referral from your GESY personal doctor you pay €10 per session at a GESY-contracted physiotherapist (2026).
- GESY members in Paphos include Omirou Nikolas, Marmaras Physiocenter, Maven Physiotherapy and PHEXMED; always confirm when you book.
- Hydrotherapy: Physiocare at St George & Blue Cross Hospital has an indoor pool heated to 32°C.
- Coral Bay and Peyia: MC Physiotherapy (Maria Chrysostomou) on Michalaki Kyprianou, open weekdays from 8:30.
- Children: Omirou Nikolas has a Schroth clinic for scoliosis; Paphos General Hospital has paediatric physiotherapists.
A bad back after the move, a knee that complains on the coastal path, a shoulder that never forgave you for padel: sooner or later most of us in Paphos need a good physio. The good news is that there is plenty of choice, from small one-person practices to a hospital department with its own pool. Here are the clinics we would look at first, what each is best for and how to pay through GESY.
GESY or private?
- Through GESY: ask your personal doctor (or a specialist) for a physiotherapy referral, then book with a GESY-contracted physio. You pay €10 per session (2026), and the number of sessions depends on the diagnosis. Our guide to physiotherapy through GESY explains the rules step by step.
- Private: no referral needed. Clinics we checked list a first consultation at about €30–€40 (2026); shockwave, acupuncture or manipulation can cost more.
- Private insurance: many policies cover physiotherapy with a doctor's referral, so keep your receipts.
Whichever way you go, ask when you book whether that clinic takes GESY referrals right now, as contracts can change.
Physiotherapy clinics in Paphos
| Clinic | Area | Best for | GESY | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omirou Nikolas | Paphos (near Evangelismos) | Back and neck, scoliosis in children, sports | Yes | +357 99 559271 |
| George Nikolaou | Ellados Avenue | Sports injuries, shockwave | Ask | +357 99 555899 |
| Marmaras Physiocenter | 1st April Street | Rehab after surgery, laser, shockwave | Yes | +357 26 942928 |
| Physiocare (Blue Cross) | Demokratias Avenue | Hydrotherapy pool, joint replacement | Ask | +357 26 221111 |
| Maven Physiotherapy | Demokratias Avenue | Orthopaedic, neurological, home visits | Yes | +357 99 999840 |
| PHEXMED | Paphos | Rehabilitation, home health | Yes | +357 26 910067 |
| Antonia & Antrea Theoti | Paphos centre | Manual therapy, clinical Pilates | Ask | +357 26 654174 |
| Menelaos Kapsosideris | Paphos town | Back, shoulder, long-standing injuries | Ask | +357 99 760475 |
| MC Physiotherapy | Peyia | Coral Bay area, rehab and massage | Ask | +357 95 525205 |
Omirou Nikolas Physiotherapy & Therapeutic Exercise Centre
Opened in 2013 on Psaron Street, near Evangelismos Hospital, and run by physiotherapist Nikolas Omirou. It is one of the best-equipped clinics in town: manual therapy and HVLA manipulation, acupuncture, shockwave, Tecar, a high-power laser, Redcord suspension exercise and a Pilates reformer. It also has a Schroth clinic for scoliosis and kyphosis, which is rare in Paphos and worth knowing if you have teenagers. GESY member.
- Address: 51 Psaron Street, 8021 Paphos
- Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00–19:00
- Book: +357 99 559271 (also Viber and WhatsApp) or +357 26 100989
George Nikolaou Physiotherapy Center
A popular choice with runners and sports people, on the fourth floor of Patra Court on Ellados Avenue. George Nikolaou uses shockwave therapy for stubborn problems such as tennis elbow and heel pain, alongside manual therapy, acupuncture, Tecar, kinesiotaping and a small rehabilitation gym with Power Plate.
- Address: 23 Ellados Avenue, Patra Court, 4th floor, 8020 Paphos
- Hours: Monday to Saturday 8:00–18:00
- Book: +357 99 555899
Marmaras Physiocenter
A family practice: the Marmaras family has been treating patients in Paphos for more than 35 years. One-to-one sessions, with high-intensity laser, shockwave, CPM machines for knees and hips and compression therapy, make it a strong option for rehabilitation after orthopaedic surgery. It also treats neurological conditions and sports injuries. GESY member.
- Address: 8 1st April Street, Aristo Center, 8011 Paphos
- Book: +357 26 942928
Physiocare at St George & Blue Cross Hospital
The physiotherapy department of the Blue Cross private hospital, run by physiotherapists Antreas Stylianou and George Stelicos. Its big advantage is an indoor hydrotherapy pool heated to 32°C, with Halliwick and group sessions: ideal after a hip or knee replacement, a fracture, or if arthritis makes land exercise hard. It also treats inpatients and patients at home, and runs clinical Pilates and group classes.
- Address: St George & Blue Cross Hospital, 51 Demokratias Avenue, Paphos
- Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00–13:30 and 16:00–19:30, Saturday 8:00–13:30
- Book: +357 26 221111
Maven Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Centre
Opened in 2019 on Demokratias Avenue and contracted with GESY, Maven specialises in orthopaedic, trauma, rheumatological and neurological rehabilitation, and does home visits: useful if you can't drive after surgery.
- Address: 31 Demokratias Avenue, Paphos
- Book: +357 99 999840
PHEXMED
A physiotherapy and rehabilitation centre taking part in GESY, with registered physiotherapists, fitness programmes and home health services.
- Book: +357 26 910067, phexmed.com
Antonia & Antrea Theoti Physiotherapy
Two physiotherapists, Antonia and Antrea Theoti, who opened their practice in central Paphos in 2019 and work in English and Greek. They use Mulligan manual therapy, clinical Pilates for rehabilitation, acupuncture, Tecar and kinesio taping. You can book online through MedHelp24.
- Address: 4 Olgas Ksinaridou Street, 4th floor, flat 301, 8020 Paphos
- Hours: Monday to Friday
- Book: +357 26 654174
Menelaos Kapsosideris Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Center
A friendly practice in Paphos town for back pain, shoulder problems and long-standing sports injuries, with treatment adapted to each patient.
- Address: 7 Chiou Street, 8027 Paphos
- Hours: Monday to Friday
- Book: +357 99 760475 or via Facebook
MC Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Peyia
If you live in Peyia, Coral Bay, Sea Caves or Kissonerga, this is the one closest to home. Led by physiotherapist Maria Chrysostomou, it covers orthopaedic, neurological, sports and post-surgical rehabilitation, such as getting back on your feet after a knee replacement, plus therapeutic and sports massage.
- Address: 68 Michalaki Kyprianou, 8560 Peyia
- Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:30–17:00; Tuesday and Thursday 8:30–18:00; Saturday by appointment
- Book: +357 95 525205
Public option: Paphos General Hospital
The physiotherapy department of Paphos General Hospital takes GESY referrals and has six physiotherapists, including two in paediatrics, plus spinal cord and neurological rehabilitation. Waiting times can be longer than in private clinics, but it is a good option for children and complex neurological cases.
How to choose
- After surgery: a clinic with a gym and equipment for knees and hips (Marmaras, Omirou Nikolas), or hydrotherapy at Blue Cross.
- Sports injuries: George Nikolaou, Omirou Nikolas or Marmaras, all with shockwave.
- Can't get there? Maven, PHEXMED and Physiocare offer treatment at home.
- Children: Omirou Nikolas (scoliosis) or the paediatric physios at Paphos General Hospital.
- North of Paphos: MC Physiotherapy in Peyia saves you the drive into town.
Our tips
- Check registration: every physiotherapist in Cyprus must be on the SEFF register of licensed physiotherapists.
- Bring your scans: MRI or X-ray reports and the surgeon's notes save time at the first visit.
- Do the homework: most of the improvement comes from the exercises you do between sessions.
- Stay active: once you're better, keep moving with our guide to fitness in Peyia and Coral Bay.
Find more health services in the Expatify directory and our GESY guide.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get physiotherapy in Paphos through GESY?
Yes. Ask your GESY personal doctor or specialist for a referral, then book with a GESY-contracted physiotherapist, such as Omirou Nikolas, Marmaras Physiocenter, Maven or PHEXMED, or with the physiotherapy department of Paphos General Hospital. Each session costs €10 (2026).
Is there a physiotherapist in Coral Bay or Peyia?
Yes. MC Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, led by Maria Chrysostomou, is at 68 Michalaki Kyprianou in Peyia (tel. +357 95 525205). It opens Monday to Friday from 8:30, and on Saturday by appointment.
Where can I get hydrotherapy in Paphos?
The physiotherapy department of St George & Blue Cross private hospital (Physiocare) has an indoor pool heated to 32°C, used for rehabilitation after joint replacement, fractures and for arthritis. Tel. +357 26 221111.
Which Paphos physios treat sports injuries?
Most clinics do. George Nikolaou and Omirou Nikolas both use shockwave therapy and manual therapy, Marmaras Physiocenter has high-intensity laser and shockwave.
Do Paphos physiotherapists speak English?
English is widely spoken in Paphos clinics, but ask when you book. Antonia & Antrea Theoti list English and Greek, and Omirou Nikolas has a website in English, Greek and Russian.
How much is a private physio session in Paphos?
Clinics we checked list a consultation at about €30–€40 in 2026. Specialised treatments such as shockwave or manipulation can cost more, so ask for the price when you book.
Useful links
- Omirou Nikolas Physiotherapy & Therapeutic Exercise Centre
- George Nikolaou Physiotherapy Center
- Marmaras Physiocenter
- St George & Blue Cross Hospital – Physiotherapy and hydrotherapy
- MC Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Peyia
- SHSO – Paphos General Hospital physiotherapy department
- SEFF – Register of licensed physiotherapists in Cyprus
