We’ve been loving watching the amazing performances by the Spar Proteas and Banyana Banyana this year! Seeing South African women representing their country on international fields and doing so well is filling our hearts with pride. Here’s something you might not have ever thought about though, how do the different …

As we eagerly await the upcoming Olympics, let’s take a moment to reflect on the rich history of this iconic event. The Olympics, originating in ancient Greece over 2,700 years ago, have evolved into a global celebration of athleticism, unity, and cultural exchange. From the first modern Olympics in 1896 …

This blog is dedicated to shedding light on thoracic pain and offering insights on how to prevent and manage it effectively. Thoracic pain refers to discomfort or pain in the upper or mid-back region, also known as the thoracic spine. It can arise from various causes, including poor posture, muscle …

Physiotherapy has, and will continue to, constantly evolve over time. As we learn more about the human body and evidence-based practices, the way in which we perform these treatments continues to change. Source: Photo by Toa Heftiba on Unsplash Technological advancements in the field have mainly extended to the way …

Acupuncture has been around for centuries and there are so many people around the world that swear by its effectiveness. For so many of us though, the only information we have on it is what we’ve gleamed from watching cartoons or movies that usually involve some kind of offensive stereotype. …

Are your days at work starting to feel longer and harder? Are you just not as energetic and productive as you used to be? Well there could be a number of factors that are influencing this, but one you might not have thought of is bad posture!  That’s why we’ve …

Have you ever closed a car door on your hand, bumped your head on your own furniture, or stubbed your toe on a step you walk over every single day? I don’t think there’s a single person on this planet who hasn’t experienced some kind of injury. The funny thing …

A Personal Experience Dear (fellow) Patients, This month the newsletter is personal. A testimonial from a just-short-of-thirty, overgrown teenager’s first-hand experience with physiotherapy. A bit about me; while my responsible friends are getting married, buying houses and creating the next generation; I’m still under the delusion that I can make a living …

Your Core is the Key! Physiotherapy Bedfordview wishes every single member of our community a happy, safe, healthy and prosperous 2022! Let’s hope it’s not twenty-twenty, too. This time of year is full of resolutions and goals; have you made any? Have you already given up on some? (No need …

Overuse Injuries – EXPLAINED! Training smart is an art! It’s a common story at this time of year, with many people getting over the winter blues, lacing up their takkies and hitting the road/field/trail only to find themselves sidelined by an injury. Nothing ruins new-season-motivation quite like it; so this …