Pain and discomfort holding you back?
YOU CAN move better, feel better, live better!
Biokineticists are experts in human movement, and they can help you achieve your fitness and wellness goals.
What is a Biokineticist?
A Biokineticist is an exercise specialist, operating within the medical field, registered with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa.
Our goal, is to increase a persons physical condition and improve their quality of life by means of physical assessment and the prescription of health exercise habits.
‘Bio’ meaning health, and ‘Kinetics’ meaning movement, a Bio will use exercise and exercise modalities to treat a wide range of conditions, to reduce the risk profile of these conditions. In other words, using exercise as medicine.
They rehabilitate a wide spectrum of conditions A Biokineticist’s goal is to establish the underlying cause of the problem and treat specifically for each individual.
When to contact a Biokineticist?
When you contact me, a fully comprehensive orthopedic and health assessment will be conducted, which will allow a specific, measurable and progressive set of exercises to be prescribed.
- Once your injury/disability or chronic condition has been diagnosed
- If you also have pain or discomfort and are unsure why, unable to train as you would normally
- If you are new to the gym environment, and would like to increase your fitness, and learn how to train correctly using weights, cardio and functional equipment
I have been training with Sarah for the past 4 years and I truly like her professionalism, work ethic and knowledge. Sarah has the skills set to develop exercises and rehabilitation programmes that address a client’s needs. She discovered what worked for me and developed our programme. Her training programmes are diverse, challenging and in-depth. I would highly recommend Sarah.
My Mission Statement
To treat each client to the best of my ability, improving their quality of life, and maximizing their performance and potential, using the latest and most researched medical evidence and advice.
About Sarah
Practising for 18+ years
I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Stellenbosch, and thereafter received my honors degree in Biokinetics in 2005, from the Sports Science Institute of South Africa, qualifying in 2005. Bsc (Med)(Hons) Exercise Science Biokinetics.
I continued on at the Sports Science institute working with Drs Derman and Schwellnus heading up their chronic disease rehabilitation programme, performing medical testing as well as at Angie Lander Biokineticists performing orthopedic assessments, conducting exercise rehabilitation and medical aid testing.
I then went on to private practice, in Cape Town for another 5 years before moving up to Johannesburg to continue in the rehabilitation setting.
I was born in Durban, have a beautiful blue-eyed boy Finnley, and I have been practicing for over 18 years and can definitely say that my passion is working with and helping people.
Sarah Hall
How I can help you?
Specific areas where I can help you.
- Orthopaedic Assessment and Rehabilitation
- Neurological Assessment
- Gait and running analysis
- Discovery Vitality Fitness Assessments
- Pre and Post Natal Assessments
- Chronic Disease Management
- Wellness and Lifestyle Management
- Neurological Conditions
- Paediatric and child assessments for low muscle tone/muscle imbalances/injuries
- Individual Pilates sessions
What truly sets Sarah apart is her personalized and compassionate approach to patient care.
Jonothan Owens
From the very beginning, Sarah displayed an unparalleled level of expertise and dedication to her craft. Her in-depth knowledge of the human body and it’s mechanics is truly impressive. I was initially struggling with various physical limitations, and Sarah demonstrated an exceptional ability to pinpoint the root causes of my issues.
What truly sets Sarah apart is her personalized and compassionate approach to patient care. She took the time to thoroughly assess my condition, tailoring a comprehensive exercise and rehabilitation program specifically to address my unique needs and goals. This level of individualized attention made me feel valued as a patient and inspired confidence in the process.
Sarah’s expertise, personalized care and support have been instrumental in my physical rehabilitation and overall well-being. I wholeheartedly recommend Sarah to anyone seeking to achieve their health and fitness goals, as she is a true professional.
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