Motion Physiotherapy

28/03/2025

25/03/2025

🧠 Today, we are diving into the management of a concussion.
✨️ Largely - it depends on what symptoms are present.
✨️ It’s important to use a multi-disciplinary team and lean on your colleagues.
✨️ Physiotherapists can assess and treat the condition and help patients return to their daily lives.

If you are a HCP looking for more in-depth, evidence-based information , we would like to refer you to this resource:

Patricios JS, Schneider KJ, Dvorak J, et al
Consensus statement on concussion in sport: the 6th International Conference on Concussion in Sport–Amsterdam, October 2022
British Journal of Sports Medicine 2023;57:695-711.

Disclaimer: A concussion is a complex, serious injury that can only be assessed and treated by a qualified healthcare professional. Please seek medical attention if you suspect a concussion.

11/03/2025

❕️Disclaimer: A concussion is a complex, serious injury, that can only be assessed and treated by a qualified healthcare professional. Please seek medical attention if you suspect a concussion.

This week we are diving into the assessment of a concussion injury.

📚 If you are a HCP looking for more in-depth, evidence-based information - we would like to refer you to this resource:

Patricios JS, Schneider KJ, Dvorak J, et al
Consensus statement on concussion in sport: the 6th International Conference on Concussion in Sport–Amsterdam, October 2022
British Journal of Sports Medicine 2023;57:695-711.

📩 Let us know if you’d like to learn more about:

✨️Treatment for a concussion

11/03/2025

❕️Disclaimer: A concussion is a complex, serious injury that can only be assessed and treated by a qualified healthcare professional. Please seek medical attention if you suspect a concussion.

📚 If you are a HCP looking for more in-depth, evidence-based information , we would like to refer you to this resource:

Patricios JS, Schneider KJ, Dvorak J, et al
Consensus statement on concussion in sport: the 6th International Conference on Concussion in Sport–Amsterdam, October 2022
British Journal of Sports Medicine 2023;57:695-711.

📩 Let us know below if you’d like to learn more about:

✨️ On-field concussion assessment
✨️ Off-field assessment
✨️ Assessment week 1: Child S**T 6 or S**T 6
✨️ Assessment week 2: SCOAT 6 or Child SCOAT 6
✨️ Treatment for a concussion

20/02/2025

👋 Meet Akira

✨️ With a special interest in sports and orthopedics, Akira has worked field-side with various sports teams and pursued specialized courses in concussion management and vestibular training. She also manages gymnasts at two Johannesburg clubs and is developing a niche in treating adolescent athlete injuries.

✨️ Akira graduated with her physiotherapy degree from Wits University in 2020 and completed her community service at Far East Rand Hospital. She has since worked in both hospital and sports/outpatient settings at Motion Physio.

✨️ Outside of physiotherapy, Akira loves dancing, hiking, and escaping into nature.

☎️ Call us to book an appointment

04/02/2025

Recover with confidence! 💥

We at Motion Physiotherapy can help you with concussion assessment and management.

Our physiotherapists are trained in providing personalized care following a concussion to get you back to being your best 🧠💪🏾

☎️ Contact us to book an appointment!

21/01/2025

👋Meet Clare-Anne

✨️Clare-Anne earned her degree from Wits University in 2000 and has dedicated her career to clinical excellence and research.

✨️She started her practice in 2003 and worked with various sports teams, including rugby and hockey, earning recognition as Club Person of the Year at RAU Rugby. As RAU became UJ, she expanded her focus to injury prevention and management, developing key strategies for UJ and Wits teams.

✨️Clare-Anne completed her MPhil at UCT in 2004 and has collaborated with performing arts organizations, including the Cape Town City Ballet and Matilda production.

✨With a special interest in gymnastics and swimming, she has worked on injury prevention programs for local clubs and adolescent athletes.

✨Since 2005, she’s been a key part of the Wits Physiotherapy Sports Programme and an advocate for public-private partnerships.

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19/12/2024

✨ It is with very tender hearts that we say farewell to Jenna Levendis ✨

After 5 amazing years at Motion Physiotherapy, it's time for us to say goodbye for now to our incredible physiotherapist and treasured team member, Jenna. 🙌

Jenna is wanting to travel a bit, and because she is such a huge part of what makes our practice, we decided it best to announce it here.

Jenna's passion for rehabilitation and healing has touched the lives of so many patients. Her commitment to helping others return to what they love has been truly inspiring, and we’ve loved watching her grow in her expertise, currently advancing her knowledge in Sports Physiotherapy.

From everyone at Motion, we would like to extend the heartiest thank you for all she’s done to build our practice into the thriving, wonderful community it is today. Through your kind words, incredible mentorship and unwavering positivity - you have a special place in our hearts.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Jenna’s heart for people, her faith, and her kindness have made her an invaluable part of our team. We’re excited to see where this next chapter takes her, but she will always be part of the Motion family!

Thank you, Jenna, for all the dedication, hard work, and care you’ve given to our patients. Wishing you all the best as you continue to make a difference in the world! 💙🙏

16/12/2024

👋 Meet Wendy

✨️Wendy-Ann Wood’s current research focuses on outcomes post-elective knee surgery, particularly the role of health literacy.

✨️Wendy is also interested in the link between mental health and musculoskeletal health.

✨️She completed her Master’s in Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy at Wits in 2004 and her PhD in 2011.

✨️She is a sessional lecturer at Wits University, teaching Orthopedics and Sports Physiotherapy at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

✨️Wendy also teaches and examines on the SPT and ANMS courses with the South African Society of Physiotherapy.

☎️ Call us to book an appointment.

16/12/2024

USSA 2024 ⚽

Last week was an incredible opportunity working with both men's and women's football teams for USSA! We were honored to be part of the team.

A massive congratulations to both teams for qualifying for Varsity Football 2025! Congratulations, Witsies! 💙💛🤍

10/12/2024

Stretching isn’t just about flexibility—it’s key to injury prevention and muscle recovery!

Here’s a quick guide:

✨️Static Stretch: Hold for 30 sec after exercise.
✨️Passive Stretch: Use external force for deeper stretches.
✨️Dynamic Stretch: Warm up with controlled movements before activity.
✨️PNF Stretch: Combine stretching and muscle contraction for enhanced range of motion.

The more you stretch, the better the benefits! Start today for improved flexibility, reduced soreness, and better performance. Need guidance? Book a session with us! 🌿

10/12/2024

Stretching isn't just about flexibility—it's about working with your body's
proprioceptors! 🧠✨

1. Muscle Spindles detect muscle length changes and help the muscle contract, but
longer stretches reduce their signaling, allowing for deeper elongation.

2. Golgi Tendon Organs (GTOs) trigger muscle relaxation during prolonged stretches, helping you achieve a greater range of motion.

3. Regular stretching, especially at high intensity, trains these sensors to increase flexibility over time.

4. Prolonged stretches (> 60 seconds) may temporarily reduce strength—so keep flexibility training separate and opt for dynamic stretching before workouts! 💪

5. Eccentric strength training can be used as an adjunct with regular stretching to improve range, flexibility and reduce injuries!

Stay tuned for a deeper dive into each type of stretching.
Stretch smarter for less stiffness, better mobility, and a stronger, more flexible body!