Madelize Mc Donald Biokineticist

16/10/2022

Today marks the start of National Obesity Week in South Africa, which runs from 15 – 19 October 2022.

The aim is to raise awareness about obesity and the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle. It coincides with National Nutrition Week (9 – 15 October), to highlight the importance a healthy diet plays in a healthy lifestyle.

In South Africa, there are many factors which restrict the ease of leading a healthy lifestyle. In addition to these factors, the COVID-19 pandemic as significantly affected our ability to manage our weight. Therefore, the need for exposure to realistic lifestyle changes is imperative to lifestyle wellbeing and obesity management. A seemingly simple lifestyle change which significantly affects weight management is physical activity.

Physical activity has been shown to be associated with a lower risk of obesity, as well as other non-communicable diseases. But knowing where to start with your physical activity journey can be daunting.

A biokineticist is a health care professional equip to prescribe scientifically formulated exercise prescription, individualized to each patients need. Working with a biokineticist can enable you to start engaging in physical activity in a safe and healthy manner.

To find a biokineticist near you, go to www.biokineticsSA.org.za.

16/10/2022

16 October is World Spine Day. This year, the theme , highlights the diverse challenges of living with low back pain in all regions, cultures, backgrounds, and across the life course; prioritizing a condition that is more prevalent than cancer, stroke, heart disease, diabetes and Alzheimer’s Disease combined.

Back pain is one of the most common reasons for missed work. In fact, back pain is the second most common reason for visits to the doctor’s office, outnumbered only by upper-respiratory infections.

Experts estimate that as much as 80% of the population will experience a back problem at some point in their lives. Most cases of back pain are mechanical or non-organic—meaning they are not caused by serious conditions, such as inflammatory arthritis, infection, fracture or cancer.

Did you know that Biokinetics uses exercise and movement as a modality for scientifically proven, individualised treatment yielding excellent results?

Find a Bio near you and look after your spine:
www.biokineticsSA.org.za

04/04/2022

Make a booking now for Saturday!

27/10/2021

29/09/2021

Today is World Heart Day!
Cardiovascular Diseases including heart attacks and strokes are the leading cause of death globally.
Choose your ❤ - Choose a Healthy Lifestyle.
Find a Biokineticist to assist on your journey to Health and Quality of Life
Contact me for more information
082 969 8172

08/02/2021

Make your booking today!

20/01/2021

Just a reminder to be kind.

19/01/2021

Say hello to the Grocox,

Come try a session-
Based in Queenswood and Centurion.

Contact us now:
0829698172 / 0126618013

29/09/2020

❤️❤️World Heart day- 29 September ❤️❤️

Without the pumping action of your heart, blood would be unable to move through your circulatory system. The other organs and tissues of your body wouldn't be able to function properly. Blood provides the cells and tissues of your body with vital oxygen and nutrients.

Movement is medicine and your heart muscle needs you to move.

If you would like to make an appointment please message or call me on 082 969 8172

01/08/2020

Some weekend wisdom🏃‍♀️

07/07/2020

Take a break and read this informative piece.

Let's us talk about Osteoarthritis : July is OA awareness month.....

1. Osteoarthritis (os-tee-o-arth-ri-tus) is a very common condition of the joints.

2. A joint is where two or more bones meet. A healthy joint has a coating of tough but smooth and slippery tissue called cartilage. It functions to aide movement of the bones against each other without friction.

3.When a joint develops osteoarthritis, part of the cartilage wears out leading to a thin and rougher the surface.

4. This interferes with normal joint movement. If the cartilage becomes badly worn, the bones may begin to rub against each other and eventually wear away causing osteoarthritis.

06/07/2020

Please note that the practice is fully operational and strict hygiene protocols are being adhered to. Contact me if you need to make an appointment for an onsite or home visit.

Don’t stop moving.