Pretto Physiotherapy

09/10/2025

Hamstring K Tape

Supporting movement and recovery-kinesiology taping can assist recovery from an injury like a hamstring strain. It helps reduce muscle strain and discomfort and helps support the muscle.

Contact us on 076 903 5605 or visit us on www.prettophysio.co.za to book your appointment.

"Experienced Physiotherapy for lasting relief and recovery."

01/10/2025

"Liam pulled up mid-sprint during a match, grabbing the back of his thigh. He knew instantly, something was wrong. Hamstring injuries are one of the most common in soccer, especially during explosive sprints and quick accelerations.

But with proper rehab and conditioning, players can make a full recovery and reduce the chance of reinjury. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or playing competitively, understanding the causes and rehab process is key.

Swipe through to see what happened to Liam, why hamstring injuries occur, and how physiotherapy helps players get back on the pitch.
Don’t let a hamstring pull sideline your season.

Contact us on 076 903 5605 or visit us on www.prettophysio.co.za

"Experienced Physiotherapy for lasting relief and recovery."

23/09/2025

10/09/2025

Great news! 🎉 We are now open on alternating Saturdays to make physio more convenient for you.

Whether you are recovering from injury, managing pain, or staying on top of your health, we are here to help,even on the weekend! 💪

Book your Saturday session at Holy Rosary School

Contact us on 076 903 5605 or visit us on www.prettophysio.co.za

"Experienced Physiotherapy for lasting relief and recovery."

28/08/2025

A pinched nerve in the spine can cause sharp pain, tingling, numbness, or even muscle weakness. If you’re experiencing these symptoms, you’re not alone – pinched nerves are a common issue that can affect your quality of life. Fortunately, physiotherapy offers safe, non-invasive treatment options to help relieve your pain and restore function.

For more insight on this topic click the link below as we explore the causes, symptoms, and physiotherapy solutions for spinal nerve compression.

https://www.prettophysio.co.za/pinched-nerves-in-the-spine/

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"Experienced Physiotherapy for lasting relief and recovery."

27/08/2025

Understanding your spine helps empower your recovery!

Here’s Chantelle breaking it down at Pretto Physiotherapy with our spine model, making sense of pinched nerves and how physio can help you feel better, move better, and live pain-free! 🙌💆‍♀

Stay tuned for our upcoming blog that will go into more detail for you....

Contact us on 076 903 5605 or visit us on www.prettophysio.co.za to book your appointment.

"Experienced Physiotherapy for lasting relief and recovery."

19/08/2025

Contact us on 076 903 5605 or visit us on www.prettophysio.co.za to book your appointment.

"Experienced Physiotherapy for lasting relief and recovery."

14/08/2025

Athlete knee strengthening

Step ups are more than just an ordinary leg exercise. They challenge knee control, hip stability and co-ordination. Working core, glutes and quads; they are a must have in progressive knee rehab. Here we have a patient performing this exercise in one of his rehab sessions, this is preparing him for the demands of his sport.

Contact us on 076 903 5605 or visit us on www.prettophysio.co.za to book your appointment.

"Experienced Physiotherapy for lasting relief and recovery."

08/08/2025

After a high tackle in the second half, Tumi felt dizzy, confused, and had a pounding headache. The physio pulled him from the game immediately.
What followed was a careful step-by-step return-to-play plan.
Concussions aren’t just “head knocks’’ they’re serious injuries that require proper assessment, rest, and rehab.
Ignoring symptoms or returning to sport too early can lead to long-term complications.

Swipe through to learn what happened to Tumi, what a concussion really is, and how physiotherapy plays a vital role in recovery.

For more insight on this topic , read the blog
on our website:

https://www.prettophysio.co.za/concussion/

Protect your brain. Play smart. Recover right.
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Contact us on 082 079 9086 or visit us on www.prettophysio.co.za to book your appointment.

“Experienced Physiotherapy for lasting relief and recovery.”

06/08/2025

Wishing Jess, the heart and soul of the practice, a happy birthday today!
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