Physical Therapy

What is Physiotherapy / Physical Therapy (PT)?

Physiotherapy helps people improve movement, reduce pain, and restore physical function. It focuses on how the body moves and works, using hands-on techniques, tailored exercise, and education to support recovery and prevent further injury.

At our centre, physiotherapy is delivered by student practitioners under supervision, offering a fresh, evidence-based approach to care that’s centered on your goals. 

Some of the conditions they treat

Our student physiotherapists can support people with a wide range of physical health concerns, including:

• Back, neck, and joint pain

• Sports injuries (e.g. sprains, strains)

• Post-surgical rehabilitation (e.g. after knee or shoulder surgery)

• Chronic conditions like arthritis

• Postural issues and desk-related discomfort

• Balance and falls risk in older adults

What treatments do they offer?

Our physiotherapy services are personalized and may include:

• Individualized exercise programs

• Manual therapy (e.g. joint mobilizations, massage)

• Posture and movement analysis

• Balance and gait training

• Pain education and activity pacing

• Ergonomic advice for daily tasks or workspaces

• Home exercise programs with follow-up

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Supervision and Safety

While our physiotherapy services are delivered by students, all care is overseen by licensed physiotherapists or clinicians. Every student works under direct or indirect supervision.

You can expect safe, thoughtful care that follows the latest clinical guidelines, with the added benefit of fresh insight and extra attention. 

How to access this service

Who can book?
Most of our cases are referrals from other clinics or hospitals but anyone in the community is welcome to access our physiotherapy services. 

How to book:

• Call: 064 624 2584 

• Email: chs-wellnesscentre@uwc.ac.za

What to expect:

• Your first session will include a full assessment and goal-setting.

• You may be seen by one or more student physiotherapists depending on the block rotation and duration of your treatment. 

• Each session runs for approximately 1 hour.

• There may be a short waitlist depending on the time of year.
  
  

Please note: Services are unavailable during academic breaks.

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