Anri Pretorius Physiotherapy

04/05/2026

Hands-On Healing That Really Works 🤲

📍 16 Oosterland Street, Jeffreysbay
☎️ 0843213567
⏰ Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:00

29/04/2026

📍 16 Oosterland Street, Jeffreysbay
☎️ 0843213567
⏰ Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:00

Staying consistent with your physiotherapy matters more than you might think 💛

When a physiotherapist prescribes exercises, it’s not just something to do during your session.
Those movements are carefully chosen to support your body’s recovery, strengthen specific areas, and improve how you move in your everyday life.

In many ways, your home exercises are like your medicine.

Just as medication needs to be taken consistently to be effective, physiotherapy exercises need to be done regularly to support healing and progress. Skipping them can slow things down, while small, consistent effort can make a meaningful difference over time.

These exercises are designed for you, your body, and your specific needs. They work gradually, helping to restore strength, improve mobility, and build confidence in movement again.

It’s not about doing everything perfectly. It’s about showing up for your body, one step at a time.

23/04/2026

📍 16 Oosterland Street, Jeffreysbay
☎️ 0843213567
⏰ Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:00

A space to feel understood 💛

Not every journey looks the same, and not every challenge is visible from the outside. At JBay Therapy Hub, we’ve created a space where individuals and families can feel supported, heard, and guided with care.

From children navigating sensory sensitivities to adults working through life’s complexities, our team walks alongside you with compassion and professional insight.

Whether you’re here for support, clarity, or simply to take the first step, you don’t have to do it alone.

Visit the link in our Bio to make your appointment

21/04/2026

For those focusing on the glutes, here are some interesting information 🦵

🔥 Which glute exercise packs the biggest punch?⁠

🍑 Collings et al. (2023) set out to determine gluteal muscle forces across different exercises.⁠ ⁠

📊 The authors ranked the exercises into different tiers based on the estimated muscle forces.⁠ ⁠

🏆️ The single leg RDL with resistance was the only exercise to be ranked a Tier 1 exercise in all three muscle groups.⁠ ⁠

🥇 Meanwhile, the body weight side plank was ranked as a Tier 1 exercise for the gluteus minimus and medius. ⁠ ⁠

💡 For rehabilitation purposes, we may want to consider utilizing lower tier exercises and/or reducing load for those that are more load compromised, and higher tier exercises for those that are able to tolerate higher muscle forces.

08/04/2026

Understanding Your MRI Results
Seeing “abnormalities” on your MRI can feel worrying — but it’s very common and doesn’t always mean something is wrong.

What research shows:
• Many people without any pain still have changes on their MRI
• These changes are often a normal part of aging

For example:
• About 1 in 3 people in their 20s have disc changes
• Nearly everyone in their 80s has similar findings
👉 The key point: Many people have these findings and feel completely fine.

What this means for you:
• MRI findings do not always explain your pain
• Some changes are like “wrinkles on the inside” — normal and not harmful
• Your pain is influenced by many factors, not just what shows on a scan

The big picture:
✔ Your MRI is just one piece of the puzzle
✔ How you feel and move matters more
✔ Treatment is based on you — not just your scan

If you have concerns, please ask. We’re here to help you understand your results and plan the best care for you.

Your patient’s MRI might be “abnormal”…
but that doesn’t mean it’s the problem.

This landmark study (Brinjikji et al. 2015) looked at >3,000 asymptomatic people.

What they found:

→ Disc degeneration in 37% of 20-year-olds → 96% of 80-year-olds
→ Disc bulges in 30% of 20-year-olds → 84% of 80-year-olds
→ Most “degenerative findings” increase steadily with age

And importantly:

These people had NO pain.

But here’s the part most people miss:

This doesn’t mean imaging is irrelevant.

A follow-up meta-analysis (Brinjikji et al. 2015) found:

→ Several findings (disc bulge, extrusion, degeneration, Modic 1) are more common in people with pain
→ The association is stronger in younger patients (

31/03/2026

So true! Physiotherapy is about so much more than just treating a person. It’s about connection, trust, and empowering people to move, heal, and thrive in their everyday lives. 🫶

19/03/2026

Don’t let the flu get the better of you!!!
Breathe Easier with Physiotherapy 🌬️💪

Did you know physiotherapy can help manage and treat respiratory conditions? Our goal is to clear your airways and support your return to everyday activities and exercise.
We commonly help patients with:
🌟 Influenza
🌟 COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
🌟 Pneumonia
🌟 Bronchitis & Bronchiectasis
🌟 Cystic Fibrosis
If breathing feels tough, physiotherapy might be just what you need to get back to feeling strong and active.



📍 16 Oosterland Street, Jeffreysbay
☎️ 0843213567
⏰ Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:00

12/03/2026

Ladies, Let’s Talk Pelvic Health 💗🧘‍♀️
Pelvic problems are more common than you think — and you don’t have to live with them. A certified Pelvic and Women’s Health Physiotherapist can help you manage and overcome a range of issues that affect your comfort, confidence, and quality of life.
We treat:
✔️ Urinary incontinence (bladder leaks)
✔️ Pelvic organ prolapses
✔️ Pelvic girdle pain (common during pregnancy or postpartum)
✔️ Post-surgery pelvic recovery
If something doesn’t feel right — trust your body, and seek support. You deserve to feel strong, supported, and pain-free.



📍 16 Oosterland Street, Jeffreysbay
☎️ 0843213567
⏰ Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:00

05/03/2026

Physiotherapy for Neurological Conditions 🧠🦵
Neurological conditions affect the nervous system — impacting how the brain, spinal cord, and nerves control movement, coordination, and daily function.

Physiotherapy provides specialized treatment and care for individuals living with:
🧠 Stroke
💥 Traumatic brain injuries
🦽 Spinal cord injuries
🕺 Parkinson’s disease
🧊 Multiple sclerosis
🙂 Bell’s Palsy
🦶 Diabetic neuropathy
⚡ Guillain-Barré syndrome
👶 Cerebral palsy

The goal is to help improve:
✅ Strength and mobility
✅ Balance and coordination
✅ Independence and quality of life



📍 16 Oosterland Street, Jeffreysbay
☎️ 0843213567
⏰ Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:00

26/02/2026

Don’t Ignore Ligament Injuries! ⚠️🦴
Ligaments are strong bands of connective tissue that hold your joints together — keeping them stable and aligned during movement. They attach bone to bone and protect your joints from excessive motion.
When a ligament is injured, it can seriously affect the structure and function of the joint.

❗ And no — ligaments don’t always “heal on their own.”
Without proper treatment, long-term problems like joint instability, recurring injuries, or chronic pain are common.

Physiotherapy can help:
✅ Promote healing
✅ Restore joint stability
✅ Prevent long-term damage



📍 16 Oosterland Street, Jeffreysbay
☎️ 0843213567
⏰ Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:00

29/01/2026

Physiotherapy is more than just treatment — it's about empowering movement and restoring quality of life. 💪🧠
We assess, treat, and prevent human movement disorders to help individuals:
✅ Regain normal function or reduce pain
✅ Maximize independence in daily life
✅ Prevent recurring injuries at work, home, or during play
✅ Promote lifelong health and well-being for all ages
Let’s move better, live stronger, and thrive together!

📍 16 Oosterland Street, Jeffreysbay
☎️ 0843213567
⏰ Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:00