Hein Viljoen Physiotherapy Blog

How Manual Physiotherapy Helps with Chronic Pain

Living with ongoing pain that doesn’t seem to have a clear cause? Chronic pain is more common than you think, and it often involves changes in how your body and nervous system respond.

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Signs of Arthritis: What Your Joints Are Trying to Tell You

Have you noticed stiffness, mild pain, or joints that just don’t feel quite right? These early signs are often easy to ignore, but they can be your joints signalling the start of arthritis.

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Numb Hands While Road Cycling: Is It Your Bike or Your Body?

Have you ever finished a ride with tingling or numb hands? It’s a common issue for many recreational cyclists, and it can put a real damper on your ride. Numb hands can be caused by your bike, your biomechanics, or often a combination

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The Cape Town Cycle Tour: How to Survive Hours in the Saddle

The Cape Town Cycle Tour is just around the corner, and the excitement is real! For many riders, it’s a mix of nerves and anticipation — the stunning scenery, the challenge of the 109 km route, and of course, those famous climbs that can make even experienced cyclists wince.

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5 Common Marathon Injuries and How to Avoid Them

Training for a marathon asks a lot of your body. As the kilometres build and long runs start to dominate the week, muscles, tendons and joints are placed under more and more load.

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