Growing Younger Physiotherapy is a registered ACC Careway pathway provider in Howick & Highland Park, Auckland.
The Careway Pathway is a specialised, ACC-funded rehabilitation programme designed for patients with specific musculoskeletal injuries. Specifically serious injuries affecting the knee, shoulder, or spine. Examples include lower back disc injuries and knee ACL tears.
Its purpose is to streamline recovery by providing faster, more effective access to the right healthcare professionals—without the usual delays or financial barriers. If your injury has been accepted by ACC and meets set criteria, you may be eligible to enter this pathway through referral by your physiotherapist, or specialist.
What sets Careway apart is its team-based approach to rehabilitation. Instead of bouncing between different providers, you’re supported by a coordinated group of health professionals working together. This may include physiotherapists, orthopaedic surgeons, pain specialists, occupational therapists, and other allied health providers.
The goal is to build a customised recovery plan based on your injury, lifestyle, and personal goals—whether that’s returning to sport, getting back to work, or simply regaining day-to-day function.
The pathway is also designed to help remove stress from the process. You may be supported by a dedicated care navigator who can help guide you through appointments, answer questions, and ensure you stay on track with your rehab. Care is delivered with measurable milestones in place, so your progress is re-assessed at regular intervals, and your treatment plan can be adjusted as needed. Importantly, the entire process is completely funded by ACC, so you won’t have to worry about out-of-pocket costs.
Growing Younger is your local Careway pathway provider in Howick & Highland Park.
To access the Careway Pathway, everyone must first complete a triage assessment. This is an important step that helps determine whether your injury meets the criteria set by ACC for escalated care. The outcome of the triage helps confirm eligibility and ensures you’re directed to the most appropriate level of support for your recovery.
The triage assessment can be done at Growing Younger Physiotherapy Howick and Highland Park. Send us an email to see if you are eligible alex@growingyounger.co.nz.