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Richter Occupational Therapy Inc. delivers a service of Occupational Therapy in Richards Bay and Emp

20/03/2026

It is World Head Injury day.
As OTs we are involved with Head Injured Patients from the time they are admitted to ICU.

What do we do exactly?

- OTs make special splints to protect healing structures (like the brain).

- OTs splint the hands and support the feet to prevent deformity while the patient is getting better!

- OTs orientate patients to their environment and start with sensory and cognitive stimulation early.

- OTs help patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), like brushing hair, getting dressed and eating so that they can moved to the ward sooner.

- OTs play an important role when it comes to family education & support: we guide families on safe handling, positioning, and the rehabilitation process ahead.

Our focus is to guide patients through the maze of recovery so that they can, with confidence, truly live again.

13/03/2026

This past weekend, Frances and her two teammates took on the Calling Cape Town Fundraiser Challenge - an ultra-triathlon involving an 8km ocean swim, the CT Cycle Tour and the Three Peaks ultra trail run all in one day. They did this to raise funds for Calling Education, an organisation that is revolutionising education in our country.

Frances completed the swim. We are so proud of her - congratulations Frances and team!

To learn more about Calling Education, visit their website: https://www.callingeducation.org.za/

18/02/2026

Sometimes our little patients just don't feel like therapy. We found this little guy hiding on Tammy's lap (one of our administrators), fully kitted as he indulged in his favourite show. Who can resist such a cute interruption?

Some days, unexpected chaos and fun find us! We have come to love the daily hustle and bustle at the practice.

04/02/2026

📩 Read all about it in our latest newsletter:
https://www.richtertherapy.co.za/2026/02/02/newsletter-february-2026/

❤️‍🩹 We're reflecting with pride - and celebrating Leandi's continued leadership and impact across the practice.

🎓 In 2025, our team grew, upskilled, and made a bigger difference than ever - from new qualifications and training milestones to sharing our expertise nationally.

✨ We celebrated love, welcomed baby arrivals, and introduced Paula to the team.

💕 Big cheers to Benjamin & Britney on tying the knot, and heartfelt thanks from Robyn as she steps into a new chapter.

🎉 Here's to continued growth, excellence in care, and the difference we make together. 💪📈

28/01/2026

Welcome Paula, our newest member of the Richter Therapy Team!

Originally from Cape Town, this adventure seeking therapist found herself in KZN. It was not long before a community service year in rural Northern KZN turned into home, thanks to the incredible people and sense of community.

She is passionate about helping people get back to doing what matters most.

We are excited to have her part of our team!

17/12/2025

Richter Therapy wishes all its patients, clients, and doctors a happy holiday season. We remain open throughout this holiday period for emergency cases.

03/12/2025

On this International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we celebrate the vital role of Occupational Therapy in empowering individuals to live with independence, dignity, and purpose.

We don’t merely provide care; we open doors to opportunity, inclusion, and meaningful participation in everyday life.

We so value our patients and will continue to strive to create a world where hardship is recognized, barriers are broken, performance is optimised and people are empowered to thrive.

19/11/2025

Leandi was invited to present as a guest speaker at the South African Burns Congress. She shared how Richter Therapy manages to have such a high return to work rate of patients who sustained burn injuries at work. She also shared how we ensure all our patients with hand burns are discharged with functional hand use!

The presentation was well received by surgeons, nurses, and therapists working with burns patients nationwide. Giving them a practical 'how-to guide' on implementing our strategies in their own settings. It was commented that our success rate is unbelievably high.

From Leandi: "Working with burn patients remains one of the most challenging fields - we cannot do this alone! I would like to thank all the therapists who have tirelessly worked with each burn victim over the past 15 years, all our surgeons who trust us with their patients, all the nurses who help us continue with the much-needed therapy in the ward, and the theatre staff who support our innovative ideas.

What a big achievement to be invited and complimented on the excellent work we do in Richards Bay!

05/11/2025

Robyn Leigh has shared her expertise for the last seven years at Richter Therapy. She is taking on new challenges and adventures in life. We wish her and her family all the best with the expected arrival of their little girl in November.

Robyn opted to spend a little longer with her newborn and she will unfortunately not come back to us soon. We are looking forward to lots of visits.

Thank you Robyn for your outstanding service! You will be missed!

29/10/2025

This , we recognize the critical role of Occupational Therapy in helping stroke survivors rebuild their lives.

Every second counts when it comes to a stroke!

Our focus is not purely recovery, but rehabilitation, and renewed independence.

As Occupational Therapists, we work to:

1. Improve muscle tone, functional range of motion and strength
2. Restore fine motor coordination and prehension
3. Improve balance and functional mobility
4. Relearn essential daily activities like dressing, eating, and bathing
5. Promote neurocognitive function and psychological adjustment to lifestyle changes

OT empowers stroke survivors regain control of their daily lives as small steps are turned into major milestones.

17/10/2025

Unbeknown to many, Occupational Therapists play a vital role in the management of patients with various traumatic injuries, particularly in burns and complex hand injuries. Yet another cap we wear!

What do we do exactly?

1. Monitoring wound healing through doing regular wound care dressings
2. Identifying early signs of infection and complications and referring as needed
3. Preventing contractures and promoting scar management
4. Restoring functional use of the hand through targeted rehabilitation

29/09/2025

We have one excited winner! 🏆 What a beautiful smile. Best start to the week ☀️

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Unit 7, 2 Kruger Rand Road
Richards Bay
3900

Opening Hours

Monday	07:30 - 16:00
Tuesday	07:30 - 16:00
Wednesday	07:30 - 16:00
Thursday	07:30 - 16:00
Friday	07:30 - 16:00

Telephone

+27357896056

Website

https://www.richtertherapy.co.za/

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Richter Occupational Therapy Inc. delivers a service of Occupational Therapy in Richards Bay and Empangeni. Specialised treatment in the fields of Hand Therapy, Physical Rehabilitation, Work Assessments and Medico-legal assessments are provided. The practice services the Bay Hospital in Richards Bay and The Life Empangeni Private Hospital in Empangeni. Outpatient therapy is provided from either Richards Bay or Empangeni practices.