Bio-Dynamics Institute

14/08/2020

Dear valued clients,

I would like to thank you all for your ongoing and unwavering support over the last few years. Unfortunately, It is with a very heavy heart I need to inform you all of Carlos sudden passing on the 15 July 2020. He was an incredible man who changed so many of our lives, and we will miss him everyday. Sadly, we have closed the doors of Biodynamics, because we can’t sail without our captain. Wishing you all the best.

Warm regards Vicki and the Biodynamics Team ❤️

24/03/2020

With the country going into lock down, we have decided to start hosting live discussions on our social media platforms - Facebook and Instagram. For these Q&A evening sessions (between 7 - 8 pm) you can send in any questions, queries or topics you would like to be discussed and Carlo will address them . We are really excited about this and hope that you'll join in!

19/03/2020

16/03/2020

In light of the current corona virus outbreak in South Africa, we here at Biodynamics you can trust that our patients’ health and safety is our primary concern and we are doing everything we can to avoid contamination and still move forward with what we do.
This national pandemic has caused many major sporting events such as the Two Oceans Marathon to be cancelled. We know that many runners were looking forward to it but we are here to say that there is light at the end of the tunnel. We urge everyone that has been preparing for these events to utilise this time to improve your personal best, to fix your form or deal with any pain or discomfort that you may have – so that when the time comes for you to perform then you’re .
Use this time to reflect on where you are and where you believe you can be and let us help you get there.

10/03/2020

The team here at Biodynamics have some really exciting news to share! 😁

We are taking running and gait analysis to a whole different level and raising the bar 💪. Our latest addition to the testing we do, are the new wearable sensors that provides us with live running mechanics information that can be compared to the rest of the global running community 🏃‍♂️.

But don't worry, it's not only for the elite runner... Our wearable sensors give information about your normal gait as well - if that is what you're more interested in. From your footstrike type, to the amount of symmetry or imbalance you have walking normally 👟. This makes pin-pointing the root of any issues you may have easier and and allows us to better help you feeling 🙌.

It's been tested and we cannot wait for you all to try it out! 😄
Have a look at all the metrics it provides information on... If you would like to know more about it or to give it a go, then please get into contact with us or pay us a visit! ✨

02/03/2020

1. Sway back
2. Hollow back
3. Rounded shoulders
4. Flat pelvis
5. Military position

Good posture is the correct alignment of body parts that are supported by the right amount of muscle tension that works against gravity while we stand, sit or lie down. Normally, we do not have to consciously focus on staying upright or walking, our muscles that control it usually does that for us.

To have good posture (military position), places the least amount of strain on supporting muscles and ligaments during movement and weight-bearing activities.

Good posture:
• Helps us keep bones and joints in correct alignment so that our muscles are used correctly, which minimises the possibility of joint pain.
• Reduces the stress on the ligaments holding the spinal joints together, which minimises the likelihood of injury.
• Allows muscles to work more efficiently, allowing the body to use less energy and, therefore, preventing muscle fatigue.
• Helps prevent muscle strain, overuse disorders, and even back and muscular pain.

To maintain proper posture, you need to have adequate muscle flexibility and strength, normal joint motion in the spine and other body regions, as well as efficient postural muscles that are balanced on both sides of the spine.

Our everyday activities usually lead to our bodies taking huge blows as it is constantly being put under stress and we might not even be aware of it! From sitting hunched in front of the computer or over our phones to spending long periods of time on our feet, our muscles are overworked and fatigued. This leads to poor compensatory patterns so that we are more “comfortable”. It is so important to recognise that just because it’s comfortable, does not mean it’s right – and in the long run, it could be hurting you even more.

So if you’re dealing with pain – it could be due to a postural problem. Pay us a visit and let us help you so that you can live your best life .

18/02/2020

Wouldn't you love to know how at risk you are for certain injuries either for pre-habilitation purposes or just plain curiosity? Whether you're an athlete or just your average Joe, your body is always under stress and strain from everyday activities!

After lots of hard work, we have finally managed to optimise an algorithm that allows us to predict the areas of your body that are most susceptible to injury. Using quantifiable data from full-body x-ray, we are able to make accurate and reliable predictions of where the weak points are.

There's no better time than now to be and live your best life!

Give us a call or pay us a visit if you would like to know more about our new program!

13/02/2020

Every now and then it's a really good idea to take a step back and really reflect on how your body is performing during daily activities. Does any specific muscle or joint hurt during or after doing something specific? This is such an important question to ask yourself so that you can maintain healthy body function!

Do you know that your body is an excellent communicator? If something isn't functioning the way it should be, your brain sends signals to the rest of your body to let it know. Despite this your body is resilient and will still try to carry out normal function using compensatory patterns of movement that are usually detrimental to overall body function.

Compensation patterns can only work for so long until something eventually breaks down. Your weakest link in your kinetic chain will usually be the first to suffer an injury. This is a clear sign of your body telling you it's compensating for something that's wrong.

Some of the things you should look out for include:
1. chronic muscle tightness regardless of how much you stretch.
2. unusual tenderness in the same muscles time and time again.
3. that one area of your body - be it a specif muscle/ muscle group or joint - that is always sore during or after an activity.
4. having the same recurring injury.

Your body is one big chain and if one link is a little weaker than the rest then your whole chain is at risk. If you suspect your body isn't functioning as it should then give us a call and let us help you out!

05/02/2020

If you are suffering from any pain - from your neck down to your toes - it could be either a shoe causing problem or a biomechanical problem.

Treating the problem will:
1. Reduce the symptom/s causing the problem
2. Reduce compensatory movements causing incorrect alignment
3. Reduce pain and/or discomfort
4. Reduce the risk of injury

Pay us a visit and let us do an analysis of your gait and biomechanics. This will help us identify the root of the problem and aid us in helping you the best we can either with a pair of custom made (to your body) orthotics or a pair of new kicks!

29/01/2020

The age old discussion on the influence of predetermined genes versus the environment one is brought up in. While the body has certain anatomical characteristics that won't ever be able to be altered or 'cured', we can still manipulate variables that we can control to improve the outlook.
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Our latest research looks at identifying which areas of the body are predisposed to developing injuries. Then, by developing preventative measures to pre-empt potential weaknesses, we can keep the body functioning in tip top shape 💪🏽

28/01/2020

We have some exciting new developments that we've been working on 💥 Ever wondered if you're more predisposed to certain injuries? Always struggling with back pain or hamstring issues?
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Well we've been working long and hard to optimise an algorithm that enables us to predict what areas of the body are more susceptible to potential injury 📊 With the help of quantifiable data from a full body X-ray, we're able to achieve accurate and reliable predictions of the body's innate weak points ☢
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Now's the perfect opportunity to learn how to ensure your body functions at its most efficient and in the safest manner 💪🏽 Get in touch if you'd like to find out for yourself! 📞📩