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Physiotherapist Danville Medical Centre



Our Durban North/Glenashley branch of Kings Park Sports Medicine Centre (KPSMC) opened in January 2023. It is based on the same ethos and principles of KPSMC, which is a multidisciplinary clinic in Durban (first of its kind) formed in 1996.

This branch is a vibrant and dynamic multidisciplinary clinic which offers Physiotherapy and Chiropractic. Being based at the Danville Park Girls High School within the Sports Centre, it offers a superb treatment and rehabilitation facility with a wide range of equipment as well as a Hydrotherapy component.

Our practitioners treat conditions across the board and are a proud and highly professional unit that integrate well together. We have a strong referral base for conditions that require specialised treatment or further investigations.

Anyone is welcome.
Address : Danville Park Girls High School, Sports Centre, Main Gate, 20 Newport Ave, Durban North, Durban.
Email : info@kpmed.co.za or abby@kpmed.co.za
Clinic hours : Monday – Friday: 7am – 6pm, Sat: 8am – 12.30pm
Appointments :
For Physiotherapy contact the main Office on 031 3033874 or WhatsApp Abby Swart on 082 461 2101 for bookings (ask for a Danville appointment).
For Hydrotherapy contact firstly the main Office on 031 3033874 for bookings (ask for a Danville appointment). Otherwise WhatsApp Abby Swart on 082 461 2101
For Biokinetics contact Lynne Mackey on 073 133 2843

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5 Reasons Why Physiotherapy Is Your Best Option for Recovering From An Injury

Getting injured can be a very frustrating experience. It leaves you feeling weak, uncoordinated and unable to do the things you once took for granted. If you’ve been unlucky enough to get injured in the past, you probably know exactly how it feels. You can’t train as hard as you usually would, which means your results start falling off. Your performance at work suffers because of the reduced mobility in your left arm, or whatever part of your body was injured. You can’t participate in all those activities that used to give you so much joy, like playing sports with friends or going on hikes with your partner. In fact, there is no end to the negative effects of getting injured. Of course, this is not to say that getting hurt is a bad thing. If anything, it’s an opportunity for self-reflection and personal growth – especially if you take measures to recover from that injury sooner rather than later.

Below are 5 reasons why physiotherapy is your best option for recovering from an injury:

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It’s the only way to be sure you’ll recover.

Getting injured is never a good thing. However, there are degrees of bad when it comes to injuries. If you’re dealing with an injury that’s more serious, like a torn ligament, there’s a chance that you may never fully recover from it. Usually, partial tears like these heal with rest and a healthy lifestyle, but they can take a long time to do so – sometimes years! If you’re dealing with a less serious injury, like a sprain, you have a much better chance of recovering fully. However, it’s still possible that you won’t fully recover. The worst-case scenario is that you will lose mobility in the injured limb and be forced to live with a limp. You may lose strength and be unable to perform even simple day-to-day tasks. And if you’re an athlete, it’s possible that you may never be able to return to your pre-injury level. With this in mind, it’s crucial that you visit a physiotherapist as soon as possible after getting injured. Only they have the expertise to determine whether or not you will fully recover from your injury. They can also help you to regain strength if you’ve lost some due to your injury.

You’ll learn how to prevent future injuries.

While you’re recovering from your injury, you have the perfect opportunity to learn from your mistakes and develop the habits you need to prevent future injuries. If you’re dealing with a recurring injury that’s been plaguing you for a while, it’s likely that you haven’t been able to do this. You’ve been focused on dealing with your current injury and probably haven’t had the time or energy to analyse your past mistakes. Visiting a physiotherapist offers you the chance to be reflective and to learn from your past injuries. You’ll be asked to explain the circumstances that led to your injury and how you were feeling at the time. You’ll also be asked to provide your current lifestyle habits, like your diet and sleeping patterns, and discover which ones are contributing to your recurring injuries. Once you’ve gone through this process, you’ll be in a much better position to prevent future injuries.

You’ll regain strength and mobility you may have lost.

Although visiting a physiotherapist after an injury marks the end of your recovery phase, it doesn’t mean that you’re completely healed. In fact, the majority of people don’t ever fully recover from their injuries – they simply learn to live with them. However, it’s possible to regain some strength and mobility that was lost due to your injury. The great thing about visiting a physiotherapist is that they’re trained to see what you can’t. Often, you may not notice that a certain part of your body is slightly weaker than it used to be. That’s because you’ve likely become accustomed to living with a minor disability. A physiotherapist, however, can help you regain some of the strength you’ve lost. They can also help you to regain some of the mobility that you may have lost.

You’ll come back stronger and fitter.

Physiotherapy is more than just a way to recover from an injury. It’s a way of life. It’s a way to become stronger, fitter and healthier. You will not only recover from your injury but will come back even better than you were before. You will be fitter, stronger and healthier than ever before. You will be able to get back in shape and start living your life again. You will be able to go back to doing the things that you love and you will be able to do them even better than before! You will be able to take on new challenges and be able to meet them easily. You will be able to become stronger mentally and be able to achieve anything that you want! You will be able to become the best version of yourself and you will be able to do it naturally and easily!

It will help put your current situation into perspective.

Getting injured can make you feel unproductive. It can make you feel like you’re not contributing anything to society. It can make you feel like a burden and make you wonder why you’re still here. There’s a good chance that you’re feeling sorry for yourself and wallowing in self-pity. This is perfectly normal. However, it’s not helpful in any way. It will only make your recovery slower. Physiotherapy can help you to put your current situation into perspective and get you back on your feet. It can help you to get over your pity party and get back to being productive again. You can start helping others to heal and you can start working toward being the best version of yourself again.

Conclusion

Getting injured is a part of life. You can’t avoid it because it’s inevitable. However, you can reduce the risk of getting injured by taking care of your body, practising good form and being mindful of your surroundings. Getting injured is frustrating, but it can also be a blessing in disguise because it forces you to change for the better. It forces you to reflect on your life and makes you change the bad habits that are causing you harm. Physiotherapy is your best option for recovering from an injury because it helps you to fully recover, learn to prevent future injuries, regain strength and mobility that was lost, come back stronger and fitter and put your current situation into perspective.