The Wellbeing Centre · Sandton, Johannesburg

Expert Physiotherapy.
Evidence-Based. Hands-On.

Specialising in sports injuries, musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions, and corporate health — with individualised treatment, patient education, and comprehensive rehabilitation tailored to you.

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Our Services

Expert Physiotherapy, Tailored to Your Recovery

Every service is delivered by experienced, qualified physiotherapists at The Wellbeing Centre in Sandton — or at your home. Choose the care that fits your needs.

Assessments & Consultations

New Patients

Initial Physio Appointment

A comprehensive 45-minute full-body assessment and hands-on treatment for new patients, new conditions, or any condition not seen in the past 3 months. Your physiotherapist will diagnose, treat, and map out your recovery plan.

45 min R950 privateR880 medical aid
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Returning Patients

Follow-Up Physio Appointment

A 45-minute re-assessment and continued hands-on treatment for the same condition managed within the past 3 months. Progress is tracked and your treatment plan updated to keep your recovery on course.

45 min R900 privateR750 medical aid
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Extended

Hour Meeting

A full 60-minute in-depth physiotherapy session designed for complex cases, detailed progress reviews, or comprehensive condition management requiring extended hands-on assessment and treatment time.

60 min
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Rehab & Treatment

Exercise-Based

Rehab Session

A focused 45-minute exercise-based therapy session with a personalised home program. No hands-on treatment — purely rehabilitation exercises to build strength, restore function, and support long-term recovery.

45 min R700
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Quick Session

Taping & Stretches Only

A 15-minute express session for therapeutic taping and targeted stretching. Available only for conditions previously assessed and treated within the past 2 months — ideal for ongoing maintenance between full appointments.

15 min R400
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At Your Door

Home Visit

Professional 60-minute physiotherapy delivered in the comfort of your home — ideal for patients with limited mobility, post-surgical recovery, or those seeking care for a loved one. Full assessment and hands-on treatment included.

60 min R1,300
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Specialist Techniques

Applied within your appointment session as clinically appropriate. Discuss with your physiotherapist at booking.

Dry Needling

Fine needles are precisely inserted into myofascial trigger points to release chronic muscle tension, reduce pain, and restore optimal function — especially effective for sports and overuse injuries.

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Kinesio Taping

Specialized kinesiology tape is applied to support muscles and joints, reduce swelling, and facilitate natural movement — enabling you to stay active during recovery without restricting range of motion.

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Orthopedic Manipulative Therapy

Advanced OMT-qualified joint mobilisation and manipulation techniques targeting the spine and peripheral joints to restore pain-free movement, correct alignment, and improve biomechanical function.

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Fascial Release

Targeted myofascial release techniques address tightness and restrictions in the connective tissue network — relieving referred pain, restoring mobility, and improving whole-body movement patterns.

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Not Sure Where to Start?

Book an Initial Assessment and let us guide the rest.

Our physiotherapists will assess your condition, recommend the right treatment pathway, and answer any questions — no referral needed.

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Conditions We Treat

Physiotherapy for Every Condition, Right Here in Sandton

Our Sandton physiotherapists treat a wide spectrum of musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions — from acute sports injuries and workplace strain to post-surgical recovery and chronic pain. Find your condition below to understand how evidence-based physio can help.

Sports Injuries

Athletes & Active Individuals

Comprehensive assessment and treatment for acute and overuse injuries affecting Sandton's active community.

Muscle Strains & Tears

Hamstring, quadriceps, calf, and groin muscle injuries are among the most common sports presentations. Physiotherapy accelerates healing through targeted soft tissue techniques, progressive loading, and return-to-sport programming.

Ligament Sprains

Ankle, knee, and wrist sprains cause joint instability, swelling, and pain. Graded rehabilitation restores proprioception, joint stability, and full function to safely return you to sport or daily activity.

Tendinopathy (Achilles, Patella, Rotator Cuff)

Tendon overuse injuries respond well to load management, eccentric exercise programs, and manual therapy. Evidence-based treatment reduces pain and restores tendon capacity for long-term performance.

Knee Injuries (ACL, Meniscus, ITBS)

Knee injuries — including ACL sprains, meniscal irritation, runner's knee, and IT band syndrome — require precise assessment to guide safe rehabilitation and prevent re-injury.

Plantar Fasciitis & Shin Splints

Heel and arch pain from plantar fasciitis, and medial tibial stress syndrome (shin splints) in runners, respond well to a combination of load modification, Kinesio taping, stretching, and targeted strengthening.

Back & Neck Pain

Spine & Cervical Conditions

Spinal pain is one of the most prevalent complaints in Sandton — our orthopaedic manual therapy approach targets the root cause, not just the symptom.

Lower Back Pain

Acute or chronic lumbar pain affects quality of life profoundly. Physiotherapy combines joint mobilisation, muscle activation, postural correction, and education to deliver lasting relief rather than temporary management.

Sciatica

Sciatic nerve pain radiating from the lower back into the buttock, hamstring, or calf can be debilitating. Accurate diagnosis differentiates true sciatica from piriformis syndrome or referred pain, guiding effective treatment.

Disc Bulge & Herniation

Intervertebral disc injuries can compress nearby nerve roots, causing pain, numbness, or weakness. Conservative physiotherapy management is highly effective and often avoids the need for surgical intervention.

Neck Pain & Stiffness

Cervical pain and restricted range of motion from postural strain, degeneration, or acute injury respond well to OMT-qualified manual therapy, dry needling, and targeted cervical strengthening.

Cervicogenic Headaches & Whiplash

Headaches originating from the upper cervical spine — and neck injuries following motor vehicle accidents — benefit significantly from manual therapy, joint mobilisation, and postural rehabilitation programs.

Post-Surgical Rehab

Recovery & Restoration

Structured post-operative rehabilitation is critical for optimal surgical outcomes — we guide you through every stage of recovery.

Knee Replacement (TKR/TKA)

Total knee replacement rehabilitation focuses on reducing swelling, restoring flexion range, rebuilding quadriceps strength, and progressing gait to achieve independent, pain-free movement as quickly as safely possible.

Hip Replacement (THR)

Post-THR physiotherapy restores functional independence, normalises gait patterns, and progressively strengthens hip musculature — working within surgeon-specified precautions at every stage.

ACL Reconstruction Rehab

A structured, criteria-based ACL rehab program progresses from swelling control and early quadriceps activation through to neuromuscular retraining, strength benchmarks, and a safe return-to-sport protocol.

Rotator Cuff Repair Rehab

Staged shoulder rehabilitation following rotator cuff repair protects the surgical repair while progressively restoring range of motion, rotator cuff strength, and overhead functional capacity.

Spinal Surgery Rehab

Post-discectomy, laminectomy, or spinal fusion rehabilitation prioritises safe mobilisation, core stability retraining, and the gradual restoration of full functional capacity under careful physiotherapy guidance.

Workplace Injuries

Corporate & Occupational Health

Sandton's corporate workforce is prone to desk-related and occupational injuries — we offer specialist assessment, treatment, and ergonomic guidance to keep you working at your best.

Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)

Repetitive occupational tasks — typing, mouse use, or assembly work — can cause chronic overuse injuries in the wrist, forearm, elbow, and shoulder. Early physiotherapy intervention prevents progression to chronic debilitating pain.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Median nerve compression causing hand numbness, tingling, and wrist pain is highly treatable with physiotherapy, nerve mobilisation techniques, splinting advice, and workstation ergonomic modification.

Neck & Upper Back Tension

Chronic neck and upper trapezius tension from prolonged screen work and forward-head posture is addressed through manual therapy, dry needling, postural correction, and a targeted home exercise program.

Lower Back Strain from Sedentary Work

Prolonged sitting weakens core stabilisers and tightens hip flexors, contributing to lumbar strain and pain. We address the mechanical cause and provide an effective corrective exercise program for the desk worker.

Tennis & Golfer's Elbow

Lateral and medial epicondylitis are common in both office workers and athletes. Physio treatment includes load management, eccentric strengthening, fascial release, and Kinesio taping for pain relief and tendon recovery.

Chronic Pain

Long-Term Pain Management

Persistent pain requires a holistic, patient-centred approach — combining manual therapy, exercise rehabilitation, and education to break the pain cycle and improve quality of life.

Chronic Lower Back Pain

Long-standing lumbar pain is addressed through a combination of targeted manual therapy, Pilates-informed core rehabilitation, pain neuroscience education, and gradual functional loading to restore confidence and movement.

Osteoarthritis (Hip, Knee, Shoulder)

Exercise therapy is the most effective long-term treatment for osteoarthritis. We design progressive, well-tolerated programs to reduce joint pain, improve mobility, and delay or avoid surgical intervention.

Chronic Neck Pain

Persistent cervical pain — often linked to degenerative changes, lifestyle factors, or sustained postures — is managed with manual therapy, dry needling, deep neck flexor strengthening, and lifestyle modification guidance.

Fibromyalgia

Widespread musculoskeletal pain with fatigue and sleep disturbance is managed through graded aerobic exercise, gentle manual therapy, and comprehensive pain education to reduce sensitisation and improve daily function.

Tension Headaches

Recurrent tension-type headaches arising from cervical dysfunction and muscle tension are highly responsive to manual therapy, trigger point dry needling, and postural correction — significantly reducing frequency and severity.

Can't find your condition?

Our Sandton physiotherapists treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions — contact us to discuss your specific needs.

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About the Practice

Evidence-Based Care.
Hands-On. Human.

At Sandton Physiotherapist, we believe physiotherapy should be precise, personal, and proven. Every treatment plan is grounded in current clinical evidence and built entirely around the individual — their condition, lifestyle, goals, and recovery timeline.

Evidence-Based Treatment

All clinical decisions are guided by current best practice and research, ensuring safe, effective, and accountable care for every condition we treat.

Hands-On Methodology

We combine manual therapy, dry needling, fascial release, and Kinesio taping with a tactile, patient-centred approach that goes beyond symptom management.

Education & Rehabilitation Focus

We empower patients with the knowledge and exercise tools to manage their recovery — including tailored home programmes and Pilates-informed rehabilitation strategies.

Our Location

The Wellbeing Centre

8 Merchant Place, 1 Fredman Drive

Sandton, Gauteng 2196

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Francesca & Priya

Lead Physiotherapists

"Our goal is not just to treat your pain — it's to help you understand it, overcome it, and prevent it from coming back."

OMT Qualified

BSc Physiotherapy, University of the Witwatersrand

13+

Years of
clinical experience

Your Journey to Recovery

What to Expect

From your first contact to full recovery — a clear, supportive process designed around you. No uncertainty, no guesswork. Just expert care at every step.

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Book Your Appointment

Select a time that works for you through our simple online booking. Choose in-clinic at The Wellbeing Centre in Sandton, or a home visit — whichever suits your needs.

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Full Assessment & Diagnosis

Your 45-minute initial appointment is a thorough, evidence-based assessment of your condition, movement, and history — giving your physiotherapist a complete clinical picture before treatment begins.

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Personalised Treatment Plan

You receive a tailored, hands-on treatment plan — which may include dry needling, fascial release, Kinesio taping, or Pilates-informed rehab — matched to your specific condition and goals.

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Ongoing Rehab & Recovery

Progress at your own pace with structured follow-ups, dedicated rehab sessions, and a home exercise programme — so your recovery continues between visits and you stay on track long-term.

Medical aid & private rates available
In-clinic & home visits offered
No referral needed to book
Individualised care, every visit
Verified Patient Reviews

Trusted by Patients. Proven by Results.

Our patients' outcomes speak for themselves — see why Sandton Physiotherapist is one of Johannesburg's most highly rated practices.

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Based on 156 patient reviews
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"Really happy with my experience, Francesca is very attentive and thorough."

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Joshua Roos
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"Priya showed exceptional skill, kindness, and a personalized care approach throughout my treatment."

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Eleni Albanis
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"All good — physio session was excellent, already feeling better."

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Bruno Carleo
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"Priya provided excellent injury assessment and supportive recovery guidance."

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Dom Lagesse
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"Francesca has expertise with sports injuries that I've relied on over many years of service."

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Adam Taylor
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"Priya is wonderful and has been so supportive throughout my journey."

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Patient Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before your first visit — so you can book with confidence.

Physiotherapy is an evidence-based healthcare practice that assesses, diagnoses, and treats a wide range of physical conditions — from acute sports injuries and post-surgical recovery to chronic pain, musculoskeletal problems, and orthopedic conditions. At Sandton Physiotherapist, treatment is individualized and hands-on, combining manual therapy, dry needling, fascial release, Kinesio taping, and Pilates-informed rehabilitation with patient education — so you understand your condition and how to manage it long-term.

No referral is required to book directly with us — physiotherapists are primary healthcare practitioners and you can self-refer at any time. However, if you intend to claim from your medical aid, some schemes do require a GP referral letter before they will authorise or reimburse physiotherapy costs. We recommend checking your specific plan's requirements before your appointment. We're happy to advise if you're unsure.

Yes, we do accommodate medical aid patients. Our rates differ from private rates to account for medical aid fee structures. For an initial appointment (45 minutes), the medical aid rate is R880 compared to the private rate of R950. For follow-up appointments, the medical aid rate is R750 versus the private rate of R900. Payment is required at the time of your appointment, and we will provide you with an invoice to submit to your medical aid for reimbursement directly to you.

Dry needling is a technique used to treat muscular pain and dysfunction by inserting fine, sterile needles directly into myofascial trigger points — tight knots within muscle tissue that refer pain to other areas. Unlike acupuncture, which is based on traditional Chinese medicine meridians, dry needling is grounded in Western anatomy and neuroscience. Most patients experience a brief, localised muscle twitch or aching sensation during the treatment, which is normal and typically means the technique is working. Post-treatment soreness is common for 24–48 hours, similar to a deep-tissue workout. Priya is certified in dry needling and will discuss whether it's appropriate for your condition.

OMT, or Orthopaedic Manual Therapy, is an advanced, internationally recognised post-graduate qualification in hands-on physiotherapy. It involves highly specialised assessment and treatment of joints and soft tissues through precise manual techniques such as joint mobilisation, manipulation, and specific therapeutic exercises. Francesca holds an OMT qualification — a post-graduate credential that reflects advanced clinical reasoning and manual therapy expertise beyond a standard physiotherapy degree. This means you're receiving care at an elevated standard of musculoskeletal diagnosis and treatment.

Yes, we offer professional 60-minute home visit sessions at R1,300 — ideal if you have reduced mobility, are recovering post-surgery, or are arranging care for a family member. Home visits bring the same clinical standard of assessment and treatment to your door. To book any appointment — in-clinic or home visit — you can use our online booking system, or contact us directly to arrange a time that suits you. Availability is subject to scheduling, so we recommend booking in advance.

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The Wellbeing Centre

8 Merchant Place, 1 Fredman Drive
Sandton, Gauteng, 2196

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The Wellbeing Centre
8 Merchant Place
1 Fredman Drive
Sandton, Gauteng, 2196

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