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A sport, spinal and orthopaedic rehabilitation practice. We aim to treat the cause of the patient’s problem and not only the symptoms concerned. Patients are given the “tools” and means to re-gain their pre-injury and functional status as well as to maintain and make long-term improvements. International research by T Flynn et.al. Indicates that 95% of patients seen within 14 days of spinal injury do not return with same pathology within a 6 month period. However, 60% return if only seen in chronic phase.
  • OUR GOAL
  • Early intervention
  • Holistic treatment/approach
  • Education & lifestyle changes
  • Research in South Africa
  • Benefits of exercise/rehabilitation
  • Decreased risk of injury
  • Strengthen of core muscles
  • Stretching of certain shortened muscles
  • Exercise with back support if needed
  • Patient education
  • What makes Spine Smart biogenetics unique?
Every patient’s exercise and rehabilitation program is based on the biomechanical evaluation done and is tailor made for the patient’s needs. Each patient is treated uniquely and individual attention is given.
  • Conclusion
Early intervention is essential. A smart specific program, with life adjustments for the individual patient. Note: Medical aid tendencies in South Africa currently leans more towards a conservative treatment plan before a more aggressive approach. ​

OUR TEAM

Driven by passion for healing, we aim to facilitate the rehabilitation of all patients to the highest of standards.

Ph.D in Sports Mechanics

Dr. JHB Hattingh

  • Physiotherapist specializing in Sport & Spinal Mechanics
  • Director
  • Physiotherapist
  • Consulting
  • Physiotherapis 1991 – 2003:  National position for senior track and field team for the South African Athletic Team.
  • 1996:  Physiotherapist for the Olympic team for Games in Atlanta.
  • 1998:  Physiotherapist for Springbok Seven’s Rugby Team at the Common Wealth Games.
  • 1987 – 2007:  Official Physiotherapist for provincial rugby team of the North West Provence.
  • 1990 – 2005:  Official Physiotherapist for provincial cricket team of North West Provence.
  • 1994 – 1996:  Part of SA Tri-Athlon team.
    2013:  Senior Physiotherapist for World Student Games.

B.Sc Honours and Masters in Biokinetics

JD Joubert

Registrations: HPCSA (Health Perfesion Council of South Africa) , BASA (Biokinetic Association of South Africa) 

  • Orthopaedic Rehabilitation (Ankle, Knee, Hip, Shoulder and Muscular)
  • Callisthenics and Functional exercises.
  • Group exercise sessions
  • Anthropometrical body Composition assessment
  • Ergological testing and evaluations
  • Postural and gait analysis
  • EMG Testing
  • Isokinetic testing
  • Specialized testing (Balance, back, neck, shoulder, range of motion and proprioception)
  • Geriatrics and special population
  • Proprioception, balance and motor co-ordination testing as well as exercises
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  • Coaching, Training and Conditioning of sport teams
  • Health promotion and lifestyle modifications
  • Sports taping and Kinesio taping
  • Physical Work Capacity
  • Musculoskeletal assessments
  • General Gymnasium Programs
  • CPR and First Aid   

Specializing in the following:

  • Spinal Rehabilitation (Back and Neck)
  • Hydro Therapy
  • Sport Specific Rehabilitation (Rugby, Cricket, Netball, Hockey, Swimming, Biking and Athletics)
  • Sport Massage and pre-competition preparation
  • Personal Training

Physiotherapist

Donne

Registrations: HPCSA (Health Perfesion Council of South Africa) , BASA (Biokinetic Association of South Africa) 

  • Usage of scientific methods and instruments to evaluate patient’s physical condition
  • Identification of exercise risks
  • Design and prescribe safe physical activities or rehabilitation exercise programmes for patients
  • Design and implementation of routines for sport injuries, programmes for athlete development and recovery from illnesses.
  • Personal training for general fitness

Office Administrator

Louisa Venter

General Assistant

Mimmy Olifant