Debbie Cameron Physiotherapy

24/12/2025

Yesterday Debbie Cameron Physiotherapy handed over R17 800 worth of donations to Paw Prints Rescue and Rehoming - NPC 2018/554039/08 PBO 930076636 thanks to the immense generosity of our patients and community.

Paw Prints were overwhelmed with gratitude because they work tirelessly to cover their monthly running costs. This donation provides some relief to them over the festive season.

The donation included:
* 26 bags of dog food
* 23 boxes of biscuits / tubs of treats
* 16 units of cleaning equipment and 8 rolls of bin bags
* 4 dog accessories
* 16 bottles of dog shampoo
* R1 850 donation in cash

Thank you to everyone who donated - you have made a lot of fur-babies happy this Christmas! Please keep Paw Prints in mind throughout the year... pop and support their shop, cuddle the puppies, and make a donation, no matter how small.

Wishing the amazing Upper Highway Community a blessed Christmas from the Debbie Cameron Team.

13/12/2025

It's been such a joyful month and a half running the Paw Prints Rescue and Rehoming - NPC 2018/554039/08 PBO 930076636 dog collection campaign. The generosity of our patients, Candice Ambler-Smith's dance class, friends, family and the greater community has been overwhelming. They have dropped off dog food, cleaning equipment, dog treats, and grooming items and one client made a cash donation which will go toward Paw Prints' much needed expenses this festive season. Our collection ends next week as does our Google review campaign - review Debbie Cameron Physiotherapy and you will go into a lucky draw to win a R500 Woolworths voucher as well as a donation of dog food to Paw Prints on your behalf. Please drop off any donations at our Meyrickton Medical Centre practice on Monday or Tuesday next week. Your support will be greatly appreciated by all the furbabies Paw Prints looks after with the aim of rehoming.

04/12/2025

Physiotherapy remains the cornerstone of conservative (non-surgical) management for cervical disc injuries. The goals are threefold: to reduce pain, restore movement, and rebuild confidence in everyday function.
1. Education and Lifestyle Modification
2. Manual Therapy
3. Exercise Therapy
4. Nerve and Mobility Exercises
5. Pain Management and Self-Management
Research suggests that 60–90% of individuals experience meaningful symptom relief through physiotherapy and exercise alone, although recovery may be slower if there is significant disc degeneration (Battié et al., 2019).

To read more about cervical disc injuries click on the link below https://www.debbiecameronphysio.co.za/post/cervical-disc-injuries-understanding-healing-and-moving-forward-by-peter-pfeiffer To book an appointment with one of our physiotherapists contact Michelle on 031 765 8898.

03/12/2025

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to our 'Dog Item' collection for Paw Prints Rescue and Rehoming - NPC 2018/554039/08 PBO 930076636. We are overwhelmed by your generosity and can't wait to hand over the donations. If would still like to give, the collection is continuing until the 15 December so please pop into our Meyrickton Park Medical Centre practice and donate either dog food, dog treats, shampoo, or cleaning equipment. To boost the donation, we are encouraging everyone to provide a Google Review for Debbie Cameron Physiotherapy Hillcrest and your name will go into a lucky draw where you can win a R500 Woolworths voucher and a large bag of dog food will be donated to Paw Prints on your behalf.

02/12/2025

Recognising the Symptoms of Cervical Disc Injuries:
Symptoms can vary widely depending on the level and severity of nerve involvement:
- Localised neck or shoulder pain.
- Tingling, numbness, or weakness in the arms or hands.
- Reduced neck movement or stiffness.
- Weak grip, unsteady gait, or clumsiness in fine motor tasks.
- Heightened reflexes in the limbs when nerves are irritated.

Click on the link below to read the full article by physiotherapist, Peter Pfeiffer. Should you be experiencing any of these symptoms please book online or contact Michelle on 031 765 8898 to book an appointment.

The Debbie Cameron Physiotherapy team are wishing you all a pain-free festive season so book an appointment with us should you be experiencing any pain or discomfort.

Have you ever felt a deep ache in your neck that spreads into your shoulder or arm, or a tingling in your fingers that seems to come from nowhere? These sensations may be linked to the delicate discs in your cervical spine, which are the small but vital structures that cushion movement and protect y...

30/11/2025

Supporting Young Athletes at the Indoor Hockey Tournament

If you’re the parent of a national-level indoor hockey player, you know how demanding tournaments can be - fast games, quick turnarounds, and bodies that seldom get the rest they need. Should your child pick up a knock, strain, or more complex injury during play, physiotherapy support is available from Peter Pfeiffer of Debbie Cameron Physiotherapy.

Peter holds a degree in Physiotherapy, a degree in Sports Science, and the FIFA Sports Medicine Diploma - a combination that provides both clinical depth and a sophisticated understanding of high-performance sport. He blends sound diagnostic reasoning with practical, athlete-friendly treatment strategies, offering calm, skilled, and evidence-based care to all participating athletes.

What physiotherapy service provides:
Peter’s role is to assess what is happening in the moment, guide safe decisions, and offer treatment that helps each player return to the game with confidence when appropriate.

You can expect Peter to:
• Perform immediate assessments after injuries.
• Provide hands-on treatment for acute strains, impact injuries, or flare-ups of existing conditions.
• Offer strapping and clear guidance on recovery strategies.
• Communicate openly with parents so everyone understands the injury and the recommended next steps.

Availability During and After the Tournament
Peter is based at Hillcrest Medical Centre and will be available from Sunday and throughout the week for urgent assessments or treatment.

Billing Information
Debbie Cameron Physiotherapy bills standard medical aid rates, keeping treatment accessible for families. Please note that emergency rates apply for out-of-hours care, including assessments done outside normal practice times.

You can be reassured that your daughter is safe, supported, and guided by someone who understands both the sport and the science. Peter’s blend of clinical skill, sports-specific knowledge, and calm professionalism creates a protective environment in which young athletes can thrive.

Peter can be reached directly on 071 465 6032, or you are welcome to call Debbie Cameron Physiotherapy on 031 765 88 98.

27/11/2025

We are excited to share that Sian Scott, an athlete we worked with for two years, competed in the Iron Gladiators Powerlifting meet and achieved the AWPC Best Female Open Lifter title which came with three national records.

This is what Sian had to say about her physiotherapist, Debbie Cameron, "I truly appreciate all your time and effort to get me back on my feet so that I could do it! Also it's thanks to you I even joined at all!"

According to Debbie, Sian came to her for a lumbar disc condition and through their sessions, Debbie encouraged Sian to change her sport to powerlifting which has been an incredible opportunity and experience for her.

"I am blown away with her success," exclaims Debbie.

This is the third outstanding athlete we have celebrated in a week. Keep working hard and keep managing and maintaining your body so you can compete at the highest level. Well done Sian, Travis Brigg and Corbin Thunder.

26/11/2025

To add to our 'Dog Items Collection' in support of Paw Prints Rescue and Rehoming - NPC 2018/554039/08 PBO 930076636 we are doing a Google Review competition.

How it works:
1. Provide a Google Review for Debbie Cameron Physiotherapy Hillcrest Medical Centre Practice.
2. Everyone who provided or provides a Review during November 2025 and up until the 15 December 2025, will go into a lucky draw.
3. The winner of the lucky draw will receive a R500 gift voucher to Woolworths, and we will donate a bag of dog food to Paw Prints on behalf of the winner.

Enter now by providing a Google Review for Debbie Cameron Physiotherapy.

24/11/2025

Thank you to everyone who has already contributed to our Paw Prints Rescue and Rehoming - NPC 2018/554039/08 PBO 930076636 Dog Items Collection - from dog food, to toys, cleaning items, and doggie treats - thank you! The collection is continuing until 15 December so please drop off at our Meyrickton Medical Centre practice before then.

Our team got to cuddle the puppies at Paw Prints who are looking for forever homes:
* Debbie is with Brook
* Peter is with Capri
* Michelle is holding Snowy
* Meg has Milo
* Marine has Baxter and Benji and
* Kath is with Winston

Paw Prints has a pre-loved shop so pop in and shop, and pay attention to the pups at the same time.

21/11/2025

It is with heavy hearts that we bid farewell to Megan Fryer as she leaves for New Zealand on Saturday to start an exciting new chapter in her life.

We would like to acknowledge the incredible contribution Megan has made during her almost five years at Debbie Cameron Physiotherapy. Starting in January 2021 and later becoming a Senior Managing Physiotherapist, Megan has been an asset in every way - clinically, professionally, and personally.

Megan developed our post-COVID recovery programme, earned a practice service award, and completed her nationally accredited Pilates training. She has run multiple Pilates workshops for patients and junior physios and is highly skilled with Reformer and Wunda Chair work.

She further completed the FIFA Diploma in Sports Medicine, a Sports Concussion Management course, and even helped compile and present a concussion course for school staff at the 2025 National School Nurses Conference.

Megan consistently achieved outstanding clinical audit scores and expertly managed complex cases, including Discovery Health referrals and the Spinal Care and PEAK knee programmes.

She has also played a major role in training junior physiotherapists through our internal programme.

Megan is a calm, professional, compassionate leader who runs a practice with integrity and care. Loved by patients and colleagues alike, she is trustworthy, hardworking, and exceptionally capable.

We will all miss you terribly Meg - the Debbie Cameron team, your Pilates class members, your patients, friends and family. We wish you everything of the best and look forward to hearing about your adventures 💙

20/11/2025

Corbin Thunder puts pen to paper for the 25/26 season with Sale FC Rugby Club. On 10th November, Corbin played his first game of the season after only playing two last season due to an ACL injury.

Corbin said, “Grateful to have been given another opportunity to be a dog this season! It’s been a challenging few months but they have only strengthened me - mentally, physically and spiritually."

The team at Debbie Cameron Physiotherapy are so proud of the grit and determination that Corbin has shown during his recovery process. Listening and implementing all the requirements to get back to the game he loves. We wish him all the best and look forward to watching his career go from strength to strength. Shawna Thunder

18/11/2025

Congratulations to Travis Brigg on your fantastic achievement! We know you put the work in to deserve the win at the 2025 K-Way Sky Run - a mountain running challenge along the Wittenberg Mountain Range. Every one at Debbie Cameron Physiotherapy is proud of you.

"K-Way SkyRun preparation started in July when I first entered. When I arrived the weather was horrendous. After a postponed race start and change in route distance due to the weather I had to change my race plan that I had worked on and adapt to the new challenge,'' explains Travis.

"The start was at 6am on Sunday morning and the main part of the new 20km route was conquering what SkyRun call “The Wall”. The first 12km were easy running and I had managed to put a 3min30sec gap on second. By the time we started climbing the wall I had made a navigational error and lost my lead by only 10 metres. That’s when the work started - climbing the wall to maintain a lead. I reached the top and decided to take off," continues Travis.

"Technical descents are my jam!! Pushing the last 6km and finishing 1st in 2:02:09, I had managed to put a 12min gap on second place. I am still shell-shocked at what has happened and I am so grateful for all the support from my sponsors and everybody who has believed in me."

"A massive thank you to my coach Nic Acampora for getting me to where I am today! Thank you to Peter from Debbie Cameron Physio for always being able to sort out any muscle and joint issues."

Keep up the amazing work! K-Way SkyRun