Iné Van Deventer Fisioterapeute Inc.

16/02/2026

Be in the look out for our new light box sign at night!!

16/02/2026

Muscle tears

Muscle strain refers to injury of muscle fibers caused by excessive stretch, overload, or sudden forceful contraction. The pathological changes progress from microscopic fiber damage to complete rupture, depending on injury severity.

Normal Muscle
Healthy muscle fibers are arranged in parallel bundles surrounded by connective tissue layers (endomysium, perimysium, epimysium). These structures allow efficient force transmission and elasticity.

Grade 1 Strain (Mild)
This stage involves microscopic tearing of a small number of muscle fibers. There is minimal structural disruption and mild inflammation. Capillary damage may cause slight edema, but overall muscle integrity remains intact. Pain occurs due to inflammatory mediators and minor fiber injury, yet strength and function are largely preserved.

Grade 2 Strain (Moderate)
A partial tear occurs with significant disruption of muscle fibers and connective tissue. Hemorrhage develops due to vascular injury, leading to localized swelling and hematoma formation. Inflammatory response increases, with infiltration of neutrophils and macrophages to tissue repair. Pain, weakness, and reduced range of motion become noticeable because force transmission is compromised.

Grade 3 Strain (Severe)
This represents a complete rupture of the muscle or musculotendinous unit. There is full discontinuity of fibers, extensive bleeding, and marked inflammatory response. The gap between torn ends may fill with hematoma and later fibrotic scar tissue if untreated. Functional loss is severe, with inability to contract the muscle effectively.

13/02/2026

Gelukkige Valentynsdag aan al ons pasiënte!!

May it be a weekend filled with love!❤️😍🥰

06/02/2026

Funny Fridays!!!

04/02/2026

Be on the look out for our NEW light box sign at the Tharina Centre in Vaalpark!💡💡

02/02/2026

Progressions of the bridge exercise- using the Pilates ball

25/01/2026

What our cellphones are doing to our necks!

Text Neck” Explained – What Your Phone Is Doing to Your Neck

This image powerfully shows how head position directly multiplies the load on your cervical spine. The human head weighs about 4–5 kg in neutral posture, but as the head tilts forward, the effective load on the neck increases dramatically.

🟢 0° – Neutral Head Position (≈ 5 kg)

When your ears are aligned over your shoulders, the cervical spine carries only the true weight of the head. Muscles work efficiently, discs are evenly loaded, and stress on joints is minimal. This is the safest and most energy-efficient posture.

🟡 15° Forward Tilt (≈ 12 kg)

A small forward tilt nearly doubles the load on the neck. Neck extensors must contract continuously to prevent the head from falling forward, increasing muscle fatigue and early stiffness.

🟠 30° Forward Tilt (≈ 18 kg)

At this angle—very common during phone use—the cervical spine experiences almost four times the normal load. Disc pressure increases, posterior neck muscles are overstretched, and joint compression rises.

🔴 60° Forward Tilt (≈ 27 kg)

This is the most stressful position. The neck now supports more than five times the head’s actual weight. Ligaments, discs, and muscles are overloaded, increasing the risk of:

Chronic neck pain

Disc degeneration

Headaches and nerve irritation

🧠 Why This Matters

The neck is designed for mobility, not sustained load. Holding the head forward for long periods causes cumulative micro-stress that builds silently over time. This is why neck pain often appears gradually rather than suddenly.

19/01/2026

Side Plank- Good for shoulder stability, also helps to strengthen the hip, lower back and core muscles!

16/01/2026

Our exercise and Rehab studio is up and running. We offer exercise classes and rehab after injuries or operations

12/01/2026

The Bridge is a very good exercise to strengthen the Gluteus and Core muscles. There’s also lots of ways to progress the exercise

09/01/2026

Are you struggling with neck pain or doing an office job?

Here are a few stretches that you can do in the chair to relieve neck pain!!

08/01/2026

Come and join us for one of the exciting exercise classes

Our groups are small with only 4-5 people per class

Classes caters for different fitness levels.

Morning and afternoon options available.