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Desk Posture 101: Physio Tips for Office Workers

In today’s digital age, many of us spend 8 or more hours a day at a desk, often hunched over laptops or glued to screens. Poor posture and prolonged sitting are among the leading causes of neck pain, back pain, and repetitive strain injuries in office workers. At...

Runner’s Knee: A Physiotherapist’s Guide to Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

Runner’s Knee, known clinically as Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS), is one of the most common causes of anterior knee pain in active individuals. The condition does not only affect runners, but also hikers, gym-goers, and people involved in repetitive knee-loading...

Understanding Plantar Fasciitis: A Guide to Pain Relief

Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain, affecting many individuals, from avid runners to those with sedentary lifestyles. If you’ve been waking up to a stabbing pain in your heel, you might be dealing with plantar fasciitis. In this blog, we will explore...

Understanding Achilles Tendinopathy: A Physiotherapist’s Guide

Achilles tendinopathy is a common overuse injury that affects the Achilles tendon - the thick, fibrous band that connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. This condition typically presents as pain, stiffness, and reduced function in the back of the lower leg,...

Pinched Nerves in the Spine: Causes, Symptoms, and Physiotherapy Treatment

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,...

Why Core Stability Is Key to Children’s Learning and Classroom Concentration

How Physical Development Supports Cognitive Performance – From the therapists at Pretto Physiotherapy When we think of children's learning, we often focus on reading, writing, and arithmetic. But did you know that core stability plays a vital role in a child’s ability...

Understanding the Common Causes of Lower Back Pain

Lower back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical or physiotherapy care. Whether it’s a dull ache, a sharp stabbing sensation, or stiffness that won’t go away, lower back pain can significantly affect your daily life. At Pretto Physiotherapy, we...

The Impact of Menopause on the Shoulder: Understanding Adhesive Capsulitis

The Impact of Menopause on the Shoulder: Understanding Adhesive Capsulitis Introduction: Why Menopause Can Affect Your Shoulder Health Menopause marks a significant hormonal shift in a woman’s body, often accompanied by symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, and...

Shoulder Overuse Injuries

Understanding Shoulder Overuse Injuries: A Comprehensive Guide Shoulder overuse injuries are common, especially among athletes and individuals who frequently engage in repetitive activities. Whether you're a swimmer, tennis player, or someone who works in a job that...

Tennis Elbow

Understanding Tennis Elbow: What It Is and How Physiotherapy Can Help Do you have a painful elbow that makes it difficult to twist or grip objects? Have you been told you have tennis elbow, even if you’ve never played tennis? At Pretto Physiotherapy , we’re here to...

Frozen Shoulder

Frozen shoulder, clinically known as Adhesive Capsulitis, presents a perplexing challenge for many individuals. It manifests as pain, stiffness, and a gradual loss of motion in the shoulder joint, often hindering everyday activities and causing considerable...

Ankle Sprain

Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries encountered, affecting people of all ages and activity levels. Whether you’re an athlete pushing your limits on the field or someone who enjoys a casual stroll in the park, a sudden twist or turn can result in an ankle...

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A great experience at Pretto physio. Very friendly staff. Great service and very accomodating. Sam was an amazing therapist who really helped me, with advice for after physio as well. I highly recommend this practice.

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Chantelle has been absolutely incredible in my journey of healing from start to end. Couldn’t have asked for a better, more helpful person.

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Chantel and team are absolutely amazing. You are in the best possible care here.

Husain Wadvalla

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Pretto Physiotherapy provides excellent personalized care with knowledgeable and professional physiotherapists. Effective treatment and welcoming environment. Highly recommended!

Kylee Watson

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So glad I found this physio. Pretto Physiotherapy is fantastic. I was in the best hands of physiotherapist Sameerah. I arrived at the practice in total agony. Sameerah was so friendly, even though I was grumpy from the pain. She was sympathetic, professional and took her time to assess where my pain was originating from. She definitely knew what she was doing, and that definitely made me feel at ease.

Carla Jardine

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Chantelle and Zubeida are very professional and caring, my sessions are always such a relief. Highly recommend Pretto Physios.

Pearl Grant Muiznieks

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After tearing a ligament in my ankle last year Pretto Physiotherapy picked up the injury that was chalked down by doctors as a sprain and referred me to the correct doctor. So after walking around on my injury for weeks I finally had an answer. After being in a moon boot, I returned to Pretto Physiotherapy and received the best treatment to gain strength back in my ankle. The rehabilitation process was very rigorous but got me comfortable and steady on my feet quickly. I would definitely recommend Pretto Physiotherapy for all your physiotherapy needs.

Letizia Padayachee

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I was skeptical about going back to physio as I’d had a few bad experiences where I almost had to devise my own rehab programme, which is great if you like doing that but not when you’re expecting that from your physiotherapist. Chantelle provides an honest assessment and gives you all the tools you need to ensure that you come back stronger from an injury and prevent it from happening again. She is professional and has been key in my rehab journey being pleasant. She has redeemed my faith in physios.

Aurelie Mukendi

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I was referred to Chantelle and so glad to have gone to her. She really listens to her clients and makes me feel comfortable. Highly recommend Pretto Physio.

Cherish Archer