Mocke Group Physio

01/04/2026

Well done Dr Mocke! We are extremely proud of you!

Namibia strengthens athlete care 🇳🇦
The NNOC-CGA has established a Medical Commission to enhance athlete health, welfare, and high-performance support.

Four experts have been appointed through 2028, with Vice President Gaby Ahrens leading the Commission.

The body will advise on medical governance, align Namibia with international standards, and reinforce clean sport, safeguarding, and athlete wellbeing.

Appointed medical commission includes Dr Jurgen Hoffmann for mental health and performance, Dr Ruan Mocke for injury prevention and rehabilitation, Dr. David Weber for athlete care and medical systems, and Victoria Katukula clean sport and compliance.By: Fillipus Samuels 📸 NNOC

26/03/2026

Vertigo Myth Buster!!

24/03/2026

A 56-year-old patient presented with sudden episodes of vertigo when rolling in bed and looking upward. The symptoms were accompanied by nausea and brief loss of balance.

During assessment, the Dix-Hallpike test was positive, indicating posterior canal Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV).

The patient was treated with the Epley canalith repositioning maneuver during the session.

✅ Outcome:

Vertigo symptoms significantly reduced immediately after treatment.
By the follow-up appointment one week later, the patient reported complete resolution of dizziness and was able to return to normal daily activities without symptoms.

💡 Take-home message:
BPPV can often be treated quickly and effectively with targeted physiotherapy interventions, particularly repositioning maneuvers that restore normal inner ear function.

17/03/2026

Research shows that repositioning maneuvers such as the Epley and Semont-plus are highly effective in treating BPPV, with most patients experiencing symptom relief within 4 weeks.
Physiotherapy plays an important role in restoring balance and reducing vertigo symptoms.

10/03/2026

Physiotherapy exercises for vertigo:

1. Gaze stabilization:
Purpose: Improves coordination between the eyes and inner ear.

How to do it:
Sit or stand and hold a target (e.g., a letter on paper) at eye level.
Keep your eyes focused on the target.
Slowly move your head side to side while keeping the target clear.
Continue for 30 seconds.

2. Balance training:
Purpose: Improves balance and reduces fall risk.

Examples:
Feet together stance – hold 30 seconds
Tandem stance (heel-to-toe) – hold 30 seconds
Single-leg standing – hold 20–30 seconds

Contact your nearest physiotherapist for a personalized tailored program.

05/03/2026

🧠 What Causes Vertigo?

Vertigo most commonly comes from the inner ear (vestibular system), which helps control balance.

Common causes include:

BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo) – tiny crystals in the inner ear move out of place
Inner ear infections or inflammation
Head or neck injuries
Vestibular migraines
Less commonly: neurological conditions

🚨 Common Symptoms
Spinning sensation
Nausea or vomiting
Loss of balance or unsteadiness
Symptoms triggered by head movements
Headaches or neck stiffness

Physiotherapy plays a key role in treating vertigo by:

Identifying the exact cause of your symptoms
Performing specific repositioning maneuvers (especially for BPPV)
Prescribing vestibular rehabilitation exercises
Improving balance, gaze stability, and confidence with movement
Reducing risk of falls

03/03/2026

🌪️ Vertigo is more than just dizziness.
It’s a spinning sensation that can affect your balance, vision, and daily life.

The good news? ✅
Physiotherapy can help identify the cause, reduce symptoms, and restore confidence with movement.

📍 Don’t ignore ongoing dizziness — help is available.

03/03/2026

Congratulations team Namibia!⚽️🇳🇦

24/02/2026

Bell’s Palsy: myths vs facts ✔️❌
Knowledge is the first step toward recovery.

19/02/2026

Bell’s Palsy Recovery: A Physiotherapy Success Story

When "Ms S" woke up one morning, she noticed that one side of her face wouldn’t move properly. Her smile was uneven, her eye wouldn’t close fully, and simple tasks like eating and speaking suddenly felt difficult. She was diagnosed with Bell’s palsy.

Like many patients, Ms S felt anxious and unsure if her face would ever return to normal.

She started physiotherapy early, focusing on:

😀Gentle facial muscle activation
😀Relaxation and symmetry training
😀Mirror feedback to retrain controlled movement
😀Education on eye care and daily facial habits

At first, progress felt slow — small movements, subtle changes. But week by week, facial control improved. Her eye closure became stronger, her smile more balanced, and tightness reduced.

After several weeks of consistent physiotherapy and home exercises:
✔️ Facial symmetry improved
✔️ Muscle control returned
✔️ Daily activities felt normal again

Today, Ms S has regained functional facial movement and understands how to maintain healthy facial patterns long-term.

Recovery from Bell’s palsy is a journey — and physiotherapy can play a vital role in guiding that recovery.

17/02/2026

Starting physiotherapy early after onset appears to be strongly linked with improved recovery, particularly functional scores and synkinesis prevention.

11/02/2026

Bell’s Palsy: knowledge, movement, recovery 💙

🎥 Created by UNAM Physiotherapy Graduates – Class of 2025