Riana Pretorius Biokineticist

Riana Pretorius Biokineticist Biokineticists focus primarily on the management of injuries, illnesses and disabilities within the final-phase of rehabilitation.

Biokinetics is an exercise therapy profession that exclusively prescribes individualized exercise and physical activity for rehabilitation and promotion of health and quality of life. A Biokineticist is an exercise specialist who increases a persons physical condition and the quality of life by means of physical assessment and the prescription of healthy exercise. BIO + KINETICS = LIFE + MOVEMENT = LIFE THROUGH MOVEMENT

25/09/2025

Movement Starts With Assessment!

Every effective exercise plan begins with understanding your body. Through movement screenings, functional tests, and fitness measures, biokineticists identify imbalances, weaknesses, and potential risks. This ensures your program is not only safe but designed to deliver results.

Book your assessment today and take the first step toward better movement: https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

22/09/2025

Living with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes?

Exercise regulates blood sugar and improves insulin sensitivity. Biokineticists ensure your programme is safe, effective and integrated with your medical care plan. This makes it easier to maintain healthy glucose levels and prevent complications. Every movement is a step towards better health.

Connect with a biokineticist today: https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

16/09/2025

Staying Strong, Mobile & Independent With Age!

Falls are a major cause of injury in older adults. Biokineticists use balance training, mobility drills and strength exercises to reduce risk and maintain independence. By improving reaction times and stability, we help keep you safer in daily life.

Start your falls prevention plan: https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

15/09/2025

From Surgery to Strength!

Preparing your body before surgery can improve recovery speed, while post-surgical rehabilitation ensures safe, gradual return to normal activity. Our programmes help you regain strength, flexibility and confidence faster.

Get pre- and post-op support: https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

10/09/2025

Restoring Movement After Neurological Conditions.

Conditions like stroke, Parkinson’s and multiple sclerosis affect coordination and strength. Biokineticists focus on retraining movement, improving balance and maintaining independence. We also help you adapt exercises to suit your changing needs over time.

Explore neurological rehab options: https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

01/09/2025

Strong Posture, Stronger You!

Poor posture can cause headaches, neck tension and mobility issues. Biokineticists design corrective exercise programmes to realign your body and build lasting postural strength. Over time, this can improve breathing, energy levels and overall comfort.

Book a posture assessment today: https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

29/08/2025

As we tie up Women's Month, Here’s to strong women - moving with purpose, recovering with care and living with strength.

This month, we honour the resilience and movement of every woman. Biokinetics is here to support you - through injury, illness, stress, or strength training. Whatever your journey, we help you move through it.
💐 Movement is your superpower and we’re here to help you protect it.

👉 Celebrate your health. Book a session with a Biokineticist: https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

27/08/2025

Stroke Rehab: Movement That Restores Function!

Stroke can impair strength, coordination and confidence. A Biokineticist guides you through evidence-based rehab to help retrain movement patterns, support neuroplasticity and rebuild independence - one step at a time.

👉 Start your recovery with purpose: https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

22/08/2025

Our last myth in our series as we wrap up 'Movement Mythbusters Week'...

Myhth #3 - “Pain Means You Should Stop Moving”

Not all pain = damage. Sometimes it signals weakness, tension or poor movement habits. A Biokineticist can assess what’s behind your pain and help you move without fear.

👉 Break the cycle, get assessed: https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

20/08/2025

Myth #2: “Exercise is Only for the Young & Fit”

Every age, every body, every ability - movement is for you. Biokineticists adapt exercise for injury, chronic illness and age-related conditions, making health accessible at any stage.

👉 Start where you are. We’ll guide the rest: https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

18/08/2025

Welcome to 'Movement Mythbusters Week' where we will be setting the record straight about certain movement myths!

Myth #1 - “Rest Is Best When You're in Pain”

Rest might feel like the answer, but too much of it can delay recovery. With guided movement, pain can improve, not worsen. Biokinetics helps you move through pain safely and effectively.

👉 Let’s move toward healing: https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

15/08/2025

If you're battling fatigue from burnout, autoimmune conditions, or long COVID, movement might feel impossible - but with the right plan, it can actually improve your energy. Biokineticists use graded activity to gently rebuild your capacity.

💤 Movement can help you feel alive again!

👉 Take your next step forward: https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

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Monday 08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:00
Thursday 08:00 - 16:00
Friday 08:00 - 16:00

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