Karen Ferreira Physiotherapy

Karen Ferreira Physiotherapy Karen Ferreira Physiotherapy is registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa and a member of The South African Society of Physiotherapy.

Karen Ferreira Physiotherapy is an Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapy / hands-on, Sports and Chronic Pain management practice, firmly focused on providing the best physiotherapy treatment. The rooms are nestled in 2.5 acres of garden within a controlled access street in Benoni North. The practice offers a calm and secure place, where patients can rest assured that both their security and their speci

alist healthcare is taken care of. Services are charged at Medical Aid Rates. Karen Ferreira graduated with BSc Hons Physiotherapy (WITS) in 1995 and thereafter plied her trade in private practice for almost two decades, servicing the community of Benoni. Additionally in 1998, she completed the Post Graduate Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapy Course (OMT1) and has served a Lecturer and Examiner for over a decade and a half. Karen completed the Train Pain post graduate course in 2017 in order to assist chronic pain patients to manage their conditions. Early 2000s, Karen served as the Chairperson of the South Gauteng OMPTG, a Special Interest Group of The South African Society of Physiotherapy. She has attended the McKenzie Modules for Lumbar Spine, Cervical Spine and Thoracic Spine amongst numerous other International courses over the years. Karen is an avid sportswoman and worked as the Easterns Cricket Union physiotherapist for a number of years prior to their merge with the Titans in Pretoria. Once again within the sport realm, Karen worked closely with the Coach and Human Movement Specialist at the Golf Academy at Serengeti treating Elite Golfers (top Amateurs and Pros on the Sunshine Tour) to improve biomechanics to optimize the golfers’ swing techniques. As a runner, cyclist, keen player of tennis, golf and once-upon-time hockey, Karen understands the inner workings of the sportsperson’s mind and the demands their sport places on their bodies. This, her passion for physiotherapy and her patients, has resulted in the Karen Ferreira Physiotherapy practice in Benoni.

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Shoulders Built for Contact

🏉 Strong shoulders mean safer tackles.
Shoulder injuries are common in rugby, especially during contact. Strengthen and stabilise your shoulders with these key exercises:
• Scapular push-ups (to build shoulder blade control)
• Resistance band external rotations (for rotator cuff strength)
• Overhead carries (for dynamic stability)
Do 2–3 sets of each, twice a week.

17/07/2025

The Importance of Prehab

🏉 Prevent the pain before the game.
Prehab focuses on balance, joint stability and movement control to reduce injury risk in rugby.
💪 Add these to your weekly training:
• Single-leg squats for knee control
• Side planks with leg lifts for core and hip stability
• Resistance band lateral walks to support the knees and hips
Start early in the season and stay consistent.

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🧊❄️ Top 5 Physio Tips for Winter! 🧣🧘‍♂️
As the temperature drops, our bodies often feel the chill too — stiff joints, less movement, and more aches and pains.

👉 Follow along this week as we share 5 physiotherapy tips to help you stay active and healthy this winter!

1️⃣ Keep Moving – Indoors or Out
Don’t hibernate! 🐻
Gentle stretching, brisk walks, or simple home workouts help keep your joints mobile and muscles strong — even in colder weather.

✨ Just 10–15 minutes of daily movement can improve circulation, reduce stiffness, and boost your mood!

✅ Tip: Try a morning stretch routine or take the stairs instead of the lift — every bit counts!

👣 Your physiotherapist can guide you with a personalised winter movement plan.
www.saphysio.co.za

15/07/2025

🌟 Keep Kids Moving These Holidays!

📚 School’s out, movement is in!
Physiotherapists recommend keeping children active during the holidays to support healthy growth, motor development and mental wellbeing.

🏃‍♂️ Jump, dance, ride a bike, climb a tree — just keep it fun and safe.
👣 Not sure what’s best for your child’s body and stage of development? A physio can help!

www.saphysio.co.za

15/07/2025

Ankles and Knees Under Pressure

🏉 Ankles and knees take a pounding on the pitch. Prevent sprains and ligament injuries with balance and agility work.
Try this 3-drill combo:
• Wobble board or BOSU ball standing for 2 minutes each leg
• Single-leg hops in a cross pattern (4-way hop)
• Lateral shuttle runs with quick changes in direction
Repeat 2–3 times a week as part of warm-ups or conditioning.

Happy Father's Day to the Dads and the Dads that stepped up.
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Happy Father's Day to the Dads and the Dads that stepped up.

11/06/2025

🧊❄️ Top 5 Physio Tips for Winter! 🧣🧘‍♂️
As the temperature drops, our bodies often feel the chill too — stiff joints, less movement, and more aches and pains.

👉 Follow along this week as we share 5 physiotherapy tips to help you stay active and healthy this winter!

✅ Day 5: Listen to Your Body
5️⃣ Listen to Your Body

🦴 Cold weather can trigger joint stiffness or worsen chronic pain (especially in arthritis or old injuries).

💡 Don’t ignore discomfort!
🔁 Rest, modify your activity, and check in with your physiotherapist if something feels off.

Physios can:
✔️ Help you adapt your routine
✔️ Offer safe treatment for winter aches
✔️ Keep you moving — pain-free!

Early intervention is key to staying mobile this season.

Address

1-143 Sessel Road, Benoni North A. H
Benoni
1501

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