Pretto Physiotherapy

29/10/2025

Carla’s been loving her weekly padel games, that was until elbow pain started creeping in during backhands and gripping the racquet.

She brushed it off at first, but the discomfort became more persistent.
The diagnosis? Tennis elbow, a common overuse injury in racquet sports caused by repetitive strain on the forearm tendons.

If you’re dealing with similar nagging elbow pain, don’t ignore it. Early physiotherapy intervention can help relieve pain, improve grip strength, and keep you on the court. Swipe through to learn what tennis elbow is, how it happens, and what we can do to treat and prevent it.

Pain-free play starts with proper recovery.

Contact us on 076 903 5605 or visit us on www.prettophysio.co.za to book your appointment.

“Experienced Physiotherapy for lasting relief and recovery.”

27/10/2025

To our amazing patients

Thank you for trusting us with your care. We celebrate 9 years of helping our patients move better, feel better and live better.

We are honored to be playing a part in your journey towards healing and wellness.
🎊🎉🥳

22/10/2025

It might seem like there’s no time to move when you're buried in books, but staying active boosts brain function and reduces exam burnout.

Try this:
• Start your day with 10–15 minutes of movement, a walk, stretch, or dance to your favourite song
• Take movement snacks, a few squats, neck rolls, or wall push-ups between study sessions
• Stretch your neck and shoulders every hour to prevent stiffness
• Join a school physio stretch break session if offered

Staying active helps circulation, improves your focus, and gives your mind a quick reset. Plus, it helps release physical tension caused by long periods of sitting.

Got questions about safe stretches or exercises for study season?

Contact us on 076 903 5605 or visit us on www.prettophysio.co.za to book your appointment.

“Experienced Physiotherapy for lasting relief and recovery.”

20/10/2025

14/10/2025

Hamstrings are 3 muscles that are found at the back of the thigh. They attach between our pelvis in the area commonly referred as “sit bones” and the area right below our knees.

They mainly function to bend our knee but one of the muscles also functions to extend our hip. The function of the Hamstrings is counteracted by the Quadriceps muscle, making the two muscle groups work in opposing pulley forces around the joints.

Click the link below for more insight on this topic

https://www.prettophysio.co.za/hamstring-strains/

Contact us on 076 903 5605 or visit us on www.prettophysio.co.za

"Experienced Physiotherapy for lasting relief and recovery."

14/10/2025

Hamstrings are 3 muscles that are found at the back of the thigh. They attach between our pelvis in the area commonly referred as “sit bones” and the area right below our knees.

They mainly function to bend our knee but one of the muscles also functions to extend our hip. The function of the Hamstrings is counteracted by the Quadriceps muscle, making the two muscle groups work in opposing pulley forces around the joints.

Click the link below for more insight on this topic

https://www.prettophysio.co.za/hamstring-strains/

Contact us on 076 903 5605 or visit us on www.prettophysio.co.za

"Experienced Physiotherapy for lasting relief and recovery."

Hamstrings attach between our pelvis in the area commonly referred as “sit bones” and the area right below our knees

09/10/2025

Hamstring K Tape

Supporting movement and recovery-kinesiology taping can assist recovery from an injury like a hamstring strain. It helps reduce muscle strain and discomfort and helps support the muscle.

Contact us on 076 903 5605 or visit us on www.prettophysio.co.za to book your appointment.

"Experienced Physiotherapy for lasting relief and recovery."

01/10/2025

"Liam pulled up mid-sprint during a match, grabbing the back of his thigh. He knew instantly, something was wrong. Hamstring injuries are one of the most common in soccer, especially during explosive sprints and quick accelerations.

But with proper rehab and conditioning, players can make a full recovery and reduce the chance of reinjury. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or playing competitively, understanding the causes and rehab process is key.

Swipe through to see what happened to Liam, why hamstring injuries occur, and how physiotherapy helps players get back on the pitch.
Don’t let a hamstring pull sideline your season.

Contact us on 076 903 5605 or visit us on www.prettophysio.co.za

"Experienced Physiotherapy for lasting relief and recovery."

23/09/2025

10/09/2025

Great news! 🎉 We are now open on alternating Saturdays to make physio more convenient for you.

Whether you are recovering from injury, managing pain, or staying on top of your health, we are here to help,even on the weekend! 💪

Book your Saturday session at Holy Rosary School

Contact us on 076 903 5605 or visit us on www.prettophysio.co.za

"Experienced Physiotherapy for lasting relief and recovery."

28/08/2025

A pinched nerve in the spine can cause sharp pain, tingling, numbness, or even muscle weakness. If you’re experiencing these symptoms, you’re not alone – pinched nerves are a common issue that can affect your quality of life. Fortunately, physiotherapy offers safe, non-invasive treatment options to help relieve your pain and restore function.

For more insight on this topic click the link below as we explore the causes, symptoms, and physiotherapy solutions for spinal nerve compression.

https://www.prettophysio.co.za/pinched-nerves-in-the-spine/

Contact us on 076 903 5605 or visit us on www.prettophysio.co.za

"Experienced Physiotherapy for lasting relief and recovery."

27/08/2025

Understanding your spine helps empower your recovery!

Here’s Chantelle breaking it down at Pretto Physiotherapy with our spine model, making sense of pinched nerves and how physio can help you feel better, move better, and live pain-free! 🙌💆‍♀

Stay tuned for our upcoming blog that will go into more detail for you....

Contact us on 076 903 5605 or visit us on www.prettophysio.co.za to book your appointment.

"Experienced Physiotherapy for lasting relief and recovery."