Our Physiotherapy Services
Melkbos Physiotherapy – Helping You Move Better, Recover Faster, and Live Pain-Free
Sports Injury Physiotherapy
Whether you're a professional athlete, weekend warrior, runner, cyclist, surfer, or gym enthusiast, sports injuries can interrupt your performance and daily life.
We provide expert assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for:
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Muscle strains and tears
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Ligament sprains
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Tendon injuries
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Running injuries
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Shoulder injuries
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Knee injuries
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Ankle sprains
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Overuse injuries
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Return-to-sport rehabilitation
Our goal is to help you recover safely and minimise the risk of re-injury.
Post-Operative Rehabilitation
Effective rehabilitation following surgery is essential for achieving the best possible outcomes.
We provide physiotherapy following:
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Knee replacement surgery
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Hip replacement surgery
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ACL reconstruction
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Shoulder surgery
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Spinal surgery
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Orthopaedic procedures
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Fracture rehabilitation
Our structured rehabilitation programmes focus on restoring mobility, strength, function, and confidence.
Orthopaedic Physiotherapy
Orthopaedic physiotherapy addresses conditions affecting muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments, and bones.
Conditions we commonly treat include:
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Shoulder pain
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Frozen shoulder
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Rotator cuff injuries
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Hip pain
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Knee pain
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Arthritis
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Tendinopathies
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Foot and ankle pain
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Joint dysfunction
Headache and TMJ Physiotherapy
Many headaches originate from dysfunction within the neck and jaw.
We provide treatment for:
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Cervicogenic headaches
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Tension headaches
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Neck-related headaches
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Jaw pain
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Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) dysfunction
Our treatments focus on addressing the source of symptoms rather than simply masking discomfort.
Back and Neck Pain Physiotherapy
Back and neck pain are among the most common reasons people seek physiotherapy treatment.
We help patients manage:
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Lower back pain
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Neck pain and stiffness
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Sciatica
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Disc-related pain
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Postural dysfunction
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Work-related strain
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Whiplash injuries
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Chronic spinal pain
Through a combination of manual therapy, exercise rehabilitation, and education, we aim to improve movement and reduce pain.
Injury Prevention and Performance Optimisation
Physiotherapy isn't only about rehabilitation.
We also help active individuals optimise movement patterns and reduce injury risk through:
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Biomechanical assessments
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Movement screening
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Exercise prescription
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Strength and conditioning advice
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Return-to-exercise planning
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Injury prevention programmes
Expert Physiotherapy Care in Melkbosstrand, Cape Town
At Melkbos Physiotherapy, we are dedicated to helping people of all ages overcome pain, recover from injury, improve mobility, and return to the activities they enjoy most.
Whether you're struggling with a sports injury, back pain, neck pain, headaches, post-operative recovery, or ongoing musculoskeletal problems, our experienced physiotherapists provide personalised treatment plans designed around your unique needs and goals.
Located in the heart of Melkbosstrand, we proudly provide physiotherapy services to residents from Melkbosstrand, Atlantic Beach Estate, Duynefontein, Van Riebeeckstrand, Big Bay, Bloubergstrand, and the greater West Coast area of Cape Town.
Our approach combines:
✓ Comprehensive assessments
✓ Hands-on physiotherapy treatment
✓ Evidence-based rehabilitation
✓ Individualised exercise programmes
✓ Long-term injury prevention strategies
Frequently asked questions
Melkbos Physiotherapy Reviews
Had an appointment with Kaitlyn she was so awesome and did dry needling too. Experienced and knew her stuff would recommend her to anyone. Thank you Kaitlyn
Brian
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Suzanne was incredible when our 12 year old daughter tore her ACL and our 9 month recovery journey was met with knowledge, love and so much care! Their professionalism mixed with their genuine care and interest for their patients is what sets them apart for me.
Sarah
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I have been a client for the last 10 years. They've helped me through elbow, neck x 2 and shoulder surgery. Highly professional and caring. I can't recommend them enough!
Ian
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Contact
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sat
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sun
Closed