News
Year-end news – we are open
Thank you very much for your valued support this year. We have enjoyed being able to offer quality physiotherapy services to you and your family. The practice will be open on all of the working days, and only closed on weekends [...]
Thank you for donating in our charity drive
Thank you very much to all of our generous patients for their donations of knitted bootees, hats, jerseys and blankets. They have been donated to Life Choices Benoni and The Almond Tree Children’s Home.
Join us for our talk on ‘Preventing Falls’
As we age, our balance becomes poorer, and it is markedly evident as we reach the age of 60. Poor balance makes us more susceptible to falling, whether at home, work or in public places. We are planning on presenting a [...]
Welcome Rehet!
Rehet joined our practice in May 2023. She has experience as a medical receptionist and her lovely smile and calm nature are very welcoming.
No more emergency call-out service on weekends
We are no longer offering an emergency call-out service on the weekends. The practice hours remain the same 7am to 6pm Mondays to Thursdays, and 7am to 4pm on Fridays.
Back to school /work
Returning to school may be quite challenging for some children. Many children have become deconditioned due to lack of opportunities for regular exercise. If your child develops back or neck pain when returning to school, we can teach them improved posture [...]
Dealing with Covid-19 after-effects
Many patients are battling with fatigue, weakness, headaches and chest problems long after their other Covid symptoms have subsided. We have developed a rehabilitation program for any of you suffering from these symptoms. We will help you with gradual return to [...]
Why do I STILL hurt?
Many patients have pain that lasts far longer than the normal expected time for healing. Most injuries and surgeries should be healed in about 3 months. Once pain is persisting longer than that, it is considered to be Chronic pain. This [...]
Spring is in the air!
With the beautiful blossoms of Spring, many people suffer from allergies, sinus and chest problems. Allergic rhinitis and sinus can make you feel awful and you may have associated headaches. Often one has increased phlegm production and this can lead to [...]
Spring fitness motivation
Most of us have become inactive and demotivated during lockdown and need a fresh start to healthy living. We can help you set new goals for exercising so that you don’t injure yourself. One needs to do regular aerobic exercise (such [...]
Please don’t come for treatment if you are feeling unwell
Please wear your mask and bring a towel with you. You will be required to complete a Covid assessment form and have your temperature taken. Please don’t come for treatment if you are feeling unwell, or have the following symptoms: Fever, [...]
Our practice is running from 7am to 6pm
Our practice is running from 7am to 6pm in order to accommodate people who have returned to work. We are offering treatment for all of your usual physio conditions like: back and neck pain, pain and injuries in your arms and [...]
July update
I am sure that many people are “over this virus” and just want to get on with their lives and not have to wear masks anymore. Unfortunately, since we have not yet reached our peak in Gauteng, that is not going [...]
Welcome Jolinda duPlessis
In March we said a fond farewell to Amy as she retired. Jolinda duPlessis has joined our team. She has experience as a medical receptionist and her friendly nature is very welcoming when you come for treatment. [...]
Outdoor muscle stress
Outdoor work, such as gardening, mowing the lawn, sweeping the paving and cleaning the pool, all place a lot of stress on your muscles and joints if you are not used to doing these activities regularly. If you have hurt your [...]
Lockdown aches and pains
Since we have been unable to exercise in our preferred way, either out walking or cycling, or enjoying a session at the gym, many people have experienced various aches and pains, either due to the change in exercises done at home, [...]
We are open over the extended Shut-down
As we are considered to be essential services, we continue to be available for essential physiotherapy treatment, for patients who are post-operative, in severe pain or who need chest physiotherapy. We are open from 8 to 12 each day, and working [...]
Preventing falls and pain when exercising
We have seen a marked increase in the number of patients who are tripping and/or falling. The older age groups are not the only ones affected: we are seeing patients in their 50s too! Falls can happen anytime and anywhere to [...]
Thank you!
Thank you… for your continued support of our practice for arriving on time for paying your bills for making the practice of our profession so enjoyable We really appreciate our wonderfully loyal patients!
Accredited
We are thrilled to inform you that our practice has again been accredited by the South African Society of Physiotherapy! The practice standards that were measured include: 1. Management 2. Standard operating procedures 3. Human resources 4. Facilities and equipment 5. [...]
Chronic Pain
Chronic pain is defined as a pain lasting longer than it takes for normal healing of the tissues. Most of these patients have ongoing pain for longer than 6 months. There are a number of things that can influence pain levels. [...]
Two Oceans Marathon
We wish all of our runners well in the Two Oceans Marathon on 20th April. We trust that the weather will be kind to you and that you will run your personal best time!
Rehabilitation
Please remember that we are fully trained and able to help you all the way to end-stage rehabilitation, including hips, knees and shoulders. We have excellent programs for general body and core strengthening, stretching as well as improving balance and co-ordination. [...]
Chests, sinuses and rehabilitation
As the season is changing, more people are having problems with their chests and sinuses. Physiotherapy works wonders for helping you clear the phlegm from your chest and improve your breathing. Blocked sinuses and headaches respond very well to the various [...]
Sport injury prevention
It is the time when marathon runners are increasing their training in order to qualify for the big races like Two Oceans and Comrades. The Cyclists are doing longer races, and heading to Cape Town for the Argus Cycle Race. Please [...]
