Colic babies
Do you have a newborn baby who cries excessively? Colic is the diagnosis most commonly made for babies under 3 months old who always seem to be crying. There are a number of medical causes [...]
Dry needling
Dry needling is a very successful medical treatment, which uses very thin needles without any medication (a dry needle) to achieve its aim. Dry needling is used to treat pain and dysfunction caused by muscle [...]
How to cope with working at a computer
Fixed postures associated with operating a computer may lead to musculo-skeletal complaints. The major cause of associated headache and neck pain is the forward tilt of the head, which causes an increase in the static [...]
Are you sneezing and coughing with the change of season?
As winter approaches people are more prone to suffer from sinus and chest infections. We treat sinuses very successfully with a sinus wash, mobilizing techniques, ultra sound, and if indicated, dry needling. One needs chest [...]
Running Preparation
With the Comrades Marathon fast approaching we wish to remind you that we have vast experience in treating running injuries. We are also able to give advice in order to get you back to your [...]
The Power of Kinesiology Tape
Kinesiology tape has become very popular amongst sportsmen over the past few years. We use kinesiology tape as part of the physiotherapy treatment. Kinesiology tape claims to improve circulation by lifting the superficial layer of [...]
Exercise and being active
Remember to keep active during winter – the recommendation for good health is 150 minutes of aerobic exercise (like walking, cycling) every week. It is also beneficial to do some additional exercise like pilates or [...]
Stretching
As sporting activities change with the season, we encourage you to be diligent with stretching before engaging in physical activity. Research has shown that dynamic stretching is more effective before starting your sport and activities [...]
Are you suffering with your sinuses or chest?
During the change of seasons and with winter approaching, many people suffer from seasonal hay fever and sinus problems. These often affect your chest, leading to bronchitis and sometimes even pneumonia. We have very effective [...]
15 things you didn’t know about back pain
1 Back Pain is common and normal Eighty percent of people will experience an episode of back pain during their lifetime. Experiencing back pain is like getting tired or becoming sad; we don't necessarily like [...]