About Us

Carri Lindeque Physiotherapy is a multi disciplinary practice, with 30+ years experience. We treat all injuries, post surgery rehabilitation, any form of treatable physical pain, various chest problems and Lymphedema/ Lymphoedema (unexplained swelling). We work closely with several Surgeons, Physicians and Specialists in the area. We accept Medical aid as well as WCA injuries.
We have qualified Lymphedema therapists. They do lymph drainage, which include cancer - and non cancer related (un)explained swelling.

Physical therapy has proven to be beneficial to people of all ages, with a wide variety of conditions, illnesses, or injuries. From increased mobility to improved overall health, there are numerous ways physical therapy can change a patient’s quality of life. Let’s delve deeper into the top 7 ways physical therapy positively impacts those who partake in it.

THE BENEFITS OF PHYSICAL THERAPY REDUCE OR ELIMINATE PAIN

This benefit is the one most commonly associated with physical therapy. Through therapeutic exercises and manual therapy techniques, physical therapists can reduce their patients’ pain levels and even prevent pain from returning in the future. Other therapies include joint and soft tissue mobilization, taping, and even electrical stimulation.

BE AN ALTERNATIVE TO SURGERY

Obviously, this benefit is not applicable in every situation that requires surgery: all the physical therapy in the world can’t help an inflamed appendix or a heart-valve defect. But in the case of muscle damage, physical therapy can reduce pain and aid in healing, potentially eliminating the need for surgery all together. And even when surgery is required, pre-surgery physical therapy may also help ensure a speedy recovery.

IMPROVE MOBILITY

Regardless of a patient’s age or physical fitness, stretching and strengthening exercises can help restore your ability to move. Especially for individuals who rely on a cane, crutches, or any other assistive device, an individual care plan developed by their physical therapist can ease the strain and stress of movement.

HELP PATIENTS RECOVER FROM A STROKE

After a stroke, it’s fairly common to lose some degree of function and movement. Physical therapy can help patients regain gait and balance, as well as strengthening weakened parts of the body.

AID IN RECOVERY FROM SPORTS RELATED INJURIES

Athletes at every level face the risk of injuring themselves. Stress fractures, torn muscles, strained tendons; physical therapists rely on their knowledge of the body to create an appropriate recovery or prevention exercise programs to help enable their patients a speedy return to their respective sports.

IMPROVE BALANCE AND PREVENT FALLS

When a patient begins a physical therapy treatment, they’re often screened for fall risk. If they’re at high risk, their physical therapist will lead them through exercises that safely challenge their balance. Other exercises might be used to help improve coordination—incorporating an assistive device for walking, for example. If the balance problem is caused by a problem in a patient’s vestibular system—such as vertigo—there are specific manoeuvres that a therapist will perform to help alleviate symptoms.

AID IN MANAGING DIABETES AND VASCULAR CONDITIONS

Patients with diabetes may have problems with sensation in their feet and legs. Physical therapists will educate these patients on proper foot care, to help avoid further complications later on. Exercise can also help control blood sugar levels.

Physical therapy and the therapists that practice are integral to the improved health, mobility, and quality of life for many patients.

Other Benefits to Consider

• Most of us think physiotherapy is a treatment for people recovering from an injury. Physiotherapy, also known as physical therapy, is an underutilised but potentially powerful treatment for a wide range of health issues.

• Arthritis and joint pain: Living with the pain of arthritis can be challenging. Most people take painkillers, yet physiotherapy manages pain in the neck, shoulder, elbow, knee, hip, and back that may arise from arthritis. Other painful joint conditions like, frozen shoulder or tennis elbow can also be managed with physical therapy.

• Pelvic pain and incontinence: People with pelvic pain or urine/stool incontinence may benefit from pelvic rehabilitation exercises. However, see a doctor before the pelvic rehabilitation therapy. The root of your problem must be addressed fully in order for the physical therapy to be effective.

• Brain and nerve problems: Physiotherapy improves muscle responsiveness in paralysis and diseases that cause stiffness like Parkinson’s and cerebral palsy. It helps improve muscle strength in patients whose arms and legs have wasted away, for example, after an accident.

• Physiotherapy can help one recover from a stroke. It works to improve balance and restore normal posture. It is also useful in treatment of brain and spinal cord injury, sciatica, multiple sclerosis and even, Alzheimer's disease.

• Sciatica is a painful nerve condition affecting the legs.

• Heart and lung problems: People with lung diseases or severe lung infections (especially the elderly), need a little help getting the lungs to clear out secretions and function optimally. In addition, a major surgery or a heart attack, can lead to poor lung function necessitating the use of breathing exercises to get the lung function back to normal. Patients with heart failure may need help clearing fluid in the lungs.

• Ear related balance problems: Dizzy spells and balance problems can be as a result of problems in the ear (vestibular section). There are exercises that can be implemented to help restore normal balance and co-ordination.

• Jaw pain: Occasionally, one can develop severe pain of the jaw. This is usually related to a joint just in front of the ear known as the TMJ (temporomandibular joint). Often, this type of pain is more common among the elderly and after injuries to the jaw. Treatment of this type of pain can include jaw exercises and thermal therapy.

• Muscle pain and chronic fatigue: This can be as a result of occupational strain, working out at the gym, or a nasty fall, or from medical conditions such as fibromyalgia. It can be treated using heat therapy and hydrotherapy.

• Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a medical condition in which one constantly feels drained and exhausted (even when one has done little activity). Physiotherapy helps people with CFS relax and improve their day-to-day function.

• Pregnancy-related pain: During pregnancy, one is discouraged from taking unnecessary medication. However, pregnancy can be plagued with lots of pain especially in the back and legs.

• With the help of a good physiotherapist, you can successfully manage the aches and pains of pregnancy. However, talk to your obstetrician before visiting a physiotherapist and discuss what exercises/forms of treatment that are safe for you. Women with pregnancies at risk (those who are having abnormal bleeding or abnormally placed placentas or those leaking amniotic fluid) are not candidates for most of the treatment offered by physiotherapists.

• Sports training and injuries: Besides sprains, strains and tendon injuries, a sports therapist can help one enhance their performance and at the same time teach you how to avoid injury.

• If you notice that you are having pain in a particular joint during a workout, it may be prudent to have yourself assessed by a physiotherapist.

• Rehabilitation after fractures and surgery: Once a limb has been broken, it is important to restore it to normal function. Physiotherapy helps with strength training, joint flexibility and general mobility.

• Age-related problems: As one gets older, you may find yourself having problems with mobility and physical function. Physiotherapy among the elderly is used to reduce pain, restore mobility and improve physical fitness.

• Physiotherapists can also help one select the proper assisted walking devices including crutches, walking frame and a cane.