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Susan Ferreira Physiotherapy

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Susan Ferreira Physiotherapy

Qualified Physiotherapist with a special interest in Sports Physiotherapy, Orthopaedic Physiotherapy and Women's Health Physiotherapy.

22/03/2026

Made to move.
I’ve always believed that.

Running. Pilates. Walking.

Over time, through studying, treating patients, and training for races, that understanding deepened. 🏃‍♀️

I started to see movement differently.
Not just as exercise,
but as something that shapes how we feel, function, and live. 🌿

It’s not one-size-fits-all.
It needs to work for your body, your life, your season.

And that’s what I try to bring into every patient interaction.

Because no matter the patient,
movement is medicine. x

15/03/2026

Struggling with sleep, fatigue, or motivation while trying to return to running postpartum? 💤😮‍💨

Most advice focuses on the pelvic floor and core, but recovery after pregnancy is rarely that simple.

Research suggests a biopsychosocial approach is important when considering return to running postpartum. That means looking beyond physical recovery and also considering things like:

⚡️ sleep
⚡️ nutrition and energy availability
⚡️ fatigue
⚡️ mental health
⚡️fear of movement
⚡️ body changes after pregnancy
⚡️ support at home

All of these factors can influence how your body tolerates load, recovers from training, and rebuilds confidence with running. 📊🏃‍♀️

Supporting postpartum runners means looking at the whole picture, not just one part of the body. 🍃

🏆 Save this, or share it with someone navigating their return to running postpartum. x

22/01/2026

One-on-one sessions focused on personalised movement guidance, with space for questions and referral when needed. 🪻

Sessions can be once-off or part of ongoing support, depending on your needs. x

15/01/2026

Let’s move beyond fear-based messaging around exercise in pregnancy, guided by evidence. 📚

This large systematic review and meta-analysis of over 47,000 pregnancies found resistance training to be associated with favourable maternal and neonatal outcomes, without increased risk of adverse birth outcomes. ✅

An important nuance: most studies used low-to-moderate loads, meaning guidance around optimal dosage and progression is still evolving. 🏋🏻

Save this if you’re navigating movement in pregnancy. 🤰🤍

ℹ️ Source: Prevett et al., systematic review and meta-analysis.

13/01/2026

Curious about how online consults actually work?
➡️ Here’s the full picture.

If you’re planning pregnancy, currently pregnant, postpartum, or navigating menopause — these sessions are a supportive space to explore movement, pelvic health, and your next steps with clarity and confidence. 💚✅

This post walks you through the process — simple, flexible, and tailored to your story.

📩 DM, email, or WhatsApp to get started
💻 Limited spots available weekly

08/01/2026

2026.
Consistency, care, and movement that supports the long term.

11/12/2025

Last physio day for 2025 🤎
It’s been a full, stretching year.
Taking time to truly reset,
and return clear and focused in 2026. x

And thank you to every patient for the trust, and the support you brought into this room. 🪻

09/11/2025

A 2025 study from the University of Alberta (Cox et al., Midwifery Journal) explored the pressures women face to “bounce back” to their pre-pregnancy weight. 😮‍💨

Out of 114 women surveyed:
➡️ 93% felt at least some pressure to lose weight
➡️ 70% were concerned about their postpartum weight
➡️ 43% said returning to pre-pregnancy weight was very important

Pressure came from both internal (motivation, body image) and external (society, media, family) sources.

Researchers emphasised that these expectations can harm mental health and encourage unhealthy behaviours, and called for postpartum messaging that prioritises recovery, health, and support instead of rapid weight loss. 👏🏻🌿

08/10/2025

✅✅ New evidence shows that high-intensity resistance training is well tolerated during pregnancy - for both mother and baby.

Maternal heart rate and blood flow stay within safe limits, fetal responses remain stable, and no adverse outcomes were observed. 🌿👏🏽

A win for evidence-based movement, and a reminder that strong, safe training supports healthy pregnancies. 🪻

Study: Moolyk et al., 2025. Maternal and fetal responses to acute high-intensity resistance exercise during pregnancy (BJSM)

23/09/2025

🗞️ The Latest on Postpartum Health, Backed by Science

The 2025 Canadian Guideline brings fresh, evidence-based advice for the first year after birth:
✔️ Start small: light walks, breathing & pelvic floor work matter.
✔️ 120 min/week of movement = big wins for mood, energy & health.
✔️ Daily pelvic floor training reduces leaks & supports recovery.
✔️ Prioritise sleep, cut back on screens.
✔️ Safe return to running/resistance after healing (aim for within 12 weeks).

👉 The message? Every step, stretch & rest counts.

This isn’t about bouncing back, it’s about moving forward, at your pace. 🫶🏽🌿

🪻 Save this for later & share with a new mom who needs the reminder.

17/09/2025

Something new is quietly taking shape. 🌿

From mid-October, I’ll be opening limited online consultation spots focused on women’s health physiotherapy - for those navigating pelvic health, postpartum recovery, or simply seeking support and direction. 🫶🏽🍑

Many women have shared their stories, and the need for more flexible, accessible support is clear. These sessions aren’t a replacement for hands-on care, but they can be a supportive first step when you need it. ✅

I’m still finalising the structure behind the scenes, so consider this an early heads-up for those who’ve been asking. 🩷

📩 DM me if you’d like to join the waitlist, or if you have a specific question
📅 Booking details coming soon

08/09/2025

🌍👐🏾 World Physiotherapy Day 2025

Today we celebrate a profession that brings together evidence, care, and movement, helping people live fuller, stronger, and more independent lives. 🏆💚

This year’s theme, healthy ageing, highlights preventing falls and frailty. 💪🏽 The same principles of strength, balance, and resilience guide recovery across every season of movement: from postpartum return to running, to athletes returning to play, to active ageing. ✔️👏🏻

Grateful for the wisdom of this work, where we grow alongside our patients and colleagues. 👐🏾

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Highlands Farm
Patensie
6335

Opening Hours

Monday	10:00 - 13:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 13:00
Wednesday	14:00 - 17:00
Thursday	09:00 - 13:00

Website

https://susanphysio.co.za/

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