Aldelize van Tonder Physiotherapists

24/02/2026

🤓An evening of learning

Ultrasound vs MRI imaging:

🩻Ultrasound is best for fast, real-time, and safe (no radiation) imaging of soft tissues near the surface, such as tendons, muscles, pregnancy, and abdominal organs.
🩻MRI is preferred for deep, complex, or detailed images of joints, cartilage, the brain, and spinal cords, as it provides better contrast and penetrates bone.

👉When to choose US:
Musculoskeletal (MSK): Tears or inflammation in tendons (Achilles, rotator cuff), muscles, and bursa.
Abdominal/Pelvic: Gallbladder, liver, kidneys, and pelvic organs.
Obstetrics/Pregnancy: Monitoring fetal development.
Real-Time/In-Clinic: Fast, in-office diagnostics or guiding procedures like injections.
Pediatrics: Safe for children, no ionizing radiation.
👉When to choose MRI
Complex Joints: Internal derangement of knees/hips, meniscus tears, or labral tears.
Neurological: Brain tumors, multiple sclerosis, or spinal cord injuries.
Deep Tissue: Deep-seated tumors or detailed soft tissue evaluation.
Bone Issues: Detecting bone marrow edema or occult fractures

Thank you Dr. Kathryn Malherbe for the course🙏

www.kathuphysio.co.za

24/02/2026

Feeling dizzy, off-balance or experiencing vertigo?

Our Dizziness, Vertigo & Imbalance Clinic at Cintocare offers a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach to diagnosing and managing both acute and chronic symptoms.

Led by Dr Carl Swanepoel, this specialised clinic brings together a dedicated team of ENT specialists, audiologists, physiotherapists trained in vestibular rehabilitation, as well as a neurologist and psychologist — ensuring holistic, patient-centred care.

If dizziness is affecting your daily life, you don’t have to manage it alone. Accurate diagnosis and the right treatment plan can make all the difference.

📞 Dr C. Swanepoel’s rooms: (012) 460 1284
📧 reception.swanepoel@surgeon.co.za
🌐 www.doctorcarlswanepoel.co.za
📞 +27 12 945 3014
📧 reception@pretoriaent.com

17/02/2026

16/02/2026

Join our mat-pilates classes for beginners on
Mondays and Wednesdays✨

• Presented by a Physiotherapist
• Focuses on reducing pain and improving stability and mobility
• Assessment required
• 6 week programs (R540.00)
• All equipment is provided

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09/02/2026

06/02/2026

😰Our reactions as parents teach our children whether PAIN is a disaster to be FEARED or a feeling that is SAFE to feel.

How parents shape a child’s pain response👇

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Our reaction can teach a child how to read their body signals and whether feelings are safe to feel.

04/02/2026

02/02/2026

❄️COLD/HOT PACKS🔥
Now in stock!!

📍Available at our practice
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27/01/2026

26/01/2026

Tendon Vs Ligament ✅

🦴 TENDON

→ Connects muscle to bone
→ Made of dense, parallel collagen fibers (very strong, low elasticity)
→ Transfers force generated by muscle contraction to bone
→ Enables movement at joints
→ Poor blood supply → heals slowly when injured
→ Examples: Achilles tendon, biceps tendon

🦴 LIGAMENT

→ Connects bone to bone
→ Made of collagen fibers with slight elasticity
→ Provides joint stability and alignment
→ Prevents excessive or abnormal joint movement
→ More elastic than tendons, but still strong
→ Examples: ACL, PCL, medial collateral ligament

⭐ KEY DIFFERENCE TO REMEMBER

→ Tendon = Movement (muscle pulls bone)
→ Ligament = Stability (bone holds bone)

20/01/2026

How much should your childs schoolbag weigh?📚🚌🎒

A school backpack should weigh no more than 10% to 15% of a child's body weight to prevent pain and injury.

Too heavy schoolbags can cause back, neck, and shoulder pain, poor posture, and muscle strain, so use both shoulder straps, keep heavier items close to the back, and clean it out regularly.

For treatment of postural aches and pains please contact us

Aldelize van Tonder Physiotherapists provide evidence based physiotherapy services to all ages in and around Kathu. They can help with injuries on duty, neck & back pain, sports injuries and more. Join the Pilates classes to promote stability and strength.

15/01/2026

🩹Kinesiology tape (K-Tape) is a stretchy, therapeutic tape that supports muscles and joints, reduces pain and swelling, and improves athletic performance or recovery by lifting the skin to decompress tissues, allowing for better blood flow and nerve signaling without restricting movement like rigid tape.

🩹It's used for injury recovery, pain relief, improving posture, and supporting movement during physical activity, even in water, as it's water-resistant and lasts for days.

Book now to experience the magic of tape!

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