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
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
MA Biokinetics
Lourien Prinsloo
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.