Van Der Merwe Fisioterapeute

Van Der Merwe Fisioterapeute The practice was started in 1984. We are based in Dorp street, adjacent to Medi Clinic Panorama.We h

10/12/2025

THE BACK MUSCLES ANATOMY ✍️

The back muscles are organized into two main groups, extrinsic and intrinsic, which are further divided into three layers: superficial, intermediate, and deep. These muscles work together to protect the spinal cord, provide stability, and enable movement of the trunk, head, neck, and upper limbs.

✨ What is Vertigo? ✨Vertigo is a dizzy sensation where it feels like you or your surroundings are spinning — even when e...
09/12/2025

✨ What is Vertigo? ✨

Vertigo is a dizzy sensation where it feels like you or your surroundings are spinning — even when everything is still.
It often starts suddenly and is commonly caused by inner-ear issues, especially BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo).

How can physiotherapy help?

🌀 Specific maneuvers such as the Epley maneuver to reposition inner-ear crystals
🌀 Balance and vestibular rehabilitation exercises
🌀 Reduced nausea and fewer recurring episodes
🌀 Individualised treatment tailored to your symptoms

You don’t have to struggle with dizziness — help is available!

Send us a message to book an appointment.








🌿 Year-End Pilates Walk 🌿What a refreshing way to close off the year — movement, sunshine, community, and a little reset...
06/12/2025

🌿 Year-End Pilates Walk 🌿

What a refreshing way to close off the year — movement, sunshine, community, and a little reset for the body and mind. ✨

Thank you to everyone who joined our Year-End Pilates Walk! Your energy, laughter and commitment to your wellbeing made the morning extra special.

We ended the walk the best way we know how — with good coffee, croissants and even better company. 🥐☕💚

Here’s to a stronger, healthier year ahead — with many more steps, stretches and smiles together.








05/12/2025

Today we celebrate International Volunteer Day 2025 and the launch of the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development 2026! 🌍

For "Every Contribution Matters" today we celebrate the dedicated rehabilitation professionals worldwide who volunteer their expertise to build Physiopedia – the largest freely accessible physiotherapy knowledge resource in the world.

Every month, 4 million people across the globe access evidence-based rehabilitation knowledge because volunteers like you share their time and expertise. From first-time editors to experienced clinicians, each contribution strengthens the global rehabilitation workforce and advances health equity.

Exciting news: We're developing an enhanced volunteer programme for 2026! If you've ever considered volunteering with Physiopedia, watch for announcements in early 2026.

Thank you to every volunteer who helps ensure physiotherapy knowledge remains freely accessible to all. Your contributions create lasting global impact. 💜

Happy Birthday Wena! 🥳On your special day, we hope you feel all the joy, love, and positivity you bring into the world. ...
04/12/2025

Happy Birthday Wena! 🥳

On your special day, we hope you feel all the joy, love, and positivity you bring into the world.

May the year ahead be full of exciting adventures, personal victories, and endless reasons to smile.

Have a wonderful birthday!

🛡️ Preventing Injuries Starts With You!Staying active is great — staying safe is even better. Here are simple ways to pr...
04/12/2025

🛡️ Preventing Injuries Starts With You!

Staying active is great — staying safe is even better. Here are simple ways to protect your body and keep moving with confidence:

✅ Warm up before you move
Light stretching or mobility work prepares your muscles and joints.

✅ Strengthen regularly
Strong muscles support joints and reduce the risk of strains.

✅ Use proper technique
Whether you’re lifting weights or lifting groceries — form matters!

✅ Listen to your body
Pain is a signal, not a challenge. Rest when you need to.

✅ Stay consistent
Gradual progress helps prevent overload injuries.

If something feels off, a physiotherapist can help identify the cause and guide your recovery. 💪





🌍 International Day of Persons with DisabilitiesToday we honour the strength, resilience, and achievements of persons wi...
03/12/2025

🌍 International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Today we honour the strength, resilience, and achievements of persons with disabilities.

At our practice, we believe in creating an inclusive space where every individual is supported, empowered, and treated with dignity.

Physiotherapy plays a vital role in improving mobility, independence, and quality of life — helping people participate fully in the activities they love.

Let’s continue to raise awareness, break barriers, and celebrate abilities. 💙





🌟 What is Bell’s Palsy? 🌟Bell’s Palsy is a sudden weakness or paralysis of the muscles on one side of the face.It happen...
02/12/2025

🌟 What is Bell’s Palsy? 🌟

Bell’s Palsy is a sudden weakness or paralysis of the muscles on one side of the face.

It happens when the facial nerve becomes inflamed, causing symptoms like:
✔️ Drooping of one side of the face
✔️ Difficulty closing the eye
✔️ Drooling or changes in speech
✔️ Heightened sensitivity to sound
✔️ Loss of facial expressions

The good news? Most people recover fully — and physiotherapy plays a big role in that recovery! 💛

How Physiotherapy Can Help:
✨ Gentle facial exercises to improve muscle strength and movement
✨ Soft tissue techniques to reduce stiffness
✨ Nerve stimulation therapies to encourage recovery
✨ Guidance to prevent unwanted movement patterns
✨ Eye-care education to protect the affected eye

With early and consistent treatment, recovery is often quicker and smoother. 🙌









🎗️ World AIDS DayToday we unite to show support for people living with HIV, raise awareness, and promote openness and un...
01/12/2025

🎗️ World AIDS Day

Today we unite to show support for people living with HIV, raise awareness, and promote openness and understanding.
Together, we can build a world free from stigma and full of compassion.

❤️ Awareness saves lives.







30/11/2025

THE GASTROCNEMIUS MUSCLE ✍️.

✅ The gastrocnemius is a two-headed muscle that forms the bulk of the calf, with the medial head originating from the medial femoral condyle and the lateral head from the lateral femoral condyle. It inserts onto the calcaneus (heel bone) via the Achilles tendon and its functions include plantar flexing the foot and flexing the knee. The muscle is innervated by the tibial nerve, which comes from the S1 and S2 nerve roots.

✅ Origin
Medial head: Posterior surface of the medial femoral condyle.
Lateral head: Posterior surface of the lateral femoral condyle.

✅ Insertion
Common insertion: The two heads converge and, along with the soleus muscle, form the calcaneal tendon, which inserts on the posterior surface of the calcaneus (heel bone).

✅ Function
Plantar flexion: The primary action is pointing the toes down, which is essential for walking, running, and jumping.
Knee flexion: It also helps to bend the knee.
Stabilization: It acts as a dynamic stabilizer of the knee joint.

✅ Innervation
Tibial nerve: Derived from the S1 and S2 nerve roots.

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Van Der Merwe Fisioterapeute

We are based in Dorp Street, adjacent to Medi Clinic Panorama. We have respect for the dignity of our patients and colleagues and have a desire to always exceed expectations. We genuinely care for our patients’ needs without favoritism. We strive towards excellence in whatever we do for, and present to our patients, including treatments, information and advice. Our team is well trained and keep up to date by regularly attending national & international lectures and workshops.

The practice was started in 1984 in Durbanville by Lizet van der Merwe and moved to Panorama in 1990. Heleen Groenewald joined the practice in 2002 and became a partner in 2010. Our practice has a proud history of service excellence and has been instrumental in improving many peoples’ quality of life. The dedication and devotion of a formidable team of physiotherapists have been the key to 30 years of service to the community.

Services offered:

Pain management / Women’s health / Dry needling / Paediatrics / Neuro rehab / Back rehab / Antenatal Pilates / Sports injuries / Orthopedic Rehabilitation / Chest Physiotherapy