Always seeking effective ways to help you achieve your health goals, Adéle collaborates with other professionals in designing chronic pain workshops. These workshops aim to simplify and disseminate complex information to clients, family members, and practitioners alike.
Moreover, the team at AP Therapists provides home visits, particularly beneficial post-surgery. Our practice addresses orthopedic, neurological, and chest conditions, as well as sports injuries. Conditions treated include Stroke, Parkinson’s, Cerebral Palsy, post-surgical rehabilitation, headaches, whiplash, joint pain, bronchitis, pneumonia, and more.
Additionally, the team is developing foundation movement programs for schools. These programs teach children and coaches how to enhance movement patterns, enabling early identification and management of common problems to prevent future injuries.
At AP Therapists, we are dedicated to crafting chronic pain workshops and implementing innovative programs to improve movement patterns and overall well-being.
Adéle Pudney
Physiotherapist & WATSU® Instructor
Based at: Sun Valley practice & Somerset West Practice
BSc. Physiotherapy (UCT) 2003
Basic WATSU® 1 Instructor, WATSU® 2 Instructor, Currently obtaining certification
Adéle has 16 years of clinical experience as a physiotherapist with a unique approach where she actively encourages her clients to engage in their rehabilitation. Furthermore, she is passionate about creating solutions based on sound scientific principles that integrate a body/mind approach to healing after illness, injury, or surgical procedures. Based on her professional and personal experience, she is building a multi-disciplinary team of like-minded physiotherapists who understand the importance of treating each client as an individual.
Moreover, she is passionate about hydrotherapy and aquatic treatments, including WATSU® (water Shiatsu), and is currently completing her International WATSU® 1 Training Certificate. Upon completion, she will be the first WATSU® instructor in South Africa. Additionally, Adéle is also a reflexologist and Heartmath® coach. These techniques can be implemented to help with stress management, which greatly influences pain and function/performance.
At AP Therapists, we are dedicated to designing chronic pain workshops that provide comprehensive support and education for individuals dealing with persistent pain conditions. Our holistic approach integrates various therapeutic modalities to address the complex nature of chronic pain, empowering individuals to manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life.
AP Therapists. Designing chronic pain workshops
Belinda Keyser
Physiotherapist
Based at: Sun Valley practice
BSC. Physiotherapy (Stell) 1999
Belinda, an experienced physiotherapist with 19 years of work experience, brings a wealth of expertise from hospital work, orthopedics, and general private practice. Specifically, Belinda has a deep understanding of post-operative foot care and orthopedic reconstruction surgery.
Moreover, Belinda frequently incorporates dry needling into her client management, along with a balanced treatment approach including myofascial release and exercise rehabilitation. She prioritizes the return to functional activities as crucial components of her treatment plans.
However, what truly sets Belinda apart is her commitment to forging genuine connections with her clients. She endeavors to walk alongside her clients on their journey, ensuring that their physiotherapy experience leaves them feeling informed and empowered to manage their unique situations with increased confidence.
Furthermore, Belinda cherishes the privilege of working with people in the unique way that physiotherapy allows. Leveraging her extensive medical experience, she customizes solutions tailored to each client’s individual needs.
Keryn Barnes
Physiotherapist
Based at: Sun Valley practice
BSC. Physiotherapy (UCT) 2007
Keryn obtained her Physiotherapy degree through UCT in 2007. Subsequently, she spent two years working with people with various forms of chronic pain and disability in the Transkei. Following this, she relocated to Johannesburg and assumed a position at the Netcare Rehabilitation Hospital, where she dedicated five years to the rehabilitation of severe orthopedic and neurological injuries.
During her tenure at Netcare Rehabilitation Hospital, Keryn discovered her passion for the aquatic environment as a potent tool for healing. She completed her Advanced International Aquatics Course and became qualified as a Watsu ® practitioner. Since 2015, she has been running her own Aquatic Physiotherapy practice in Johannesburg.
The driving vision behind Keryn’s work is encapsulated in the words of Dr. Paul Brand: “Rehabilitation is joining with my clients as a partner in restoring quality of life.”
Ivy Shih
Physiotherapist & WATSU® practitioner
Based at: Sun Valley practice
BSC. Physiotherapy (Stell) 2020
Welcome to AP Physiotherapists, my name is Ivy. I joined the AP physiotherapy team after completing my community service in rural KZN, where I gained invaluable experience with patients with varying conditions. During my community service, I also completed a dry needling course, as well as a Kinesio taping and strapping course for sports and overuse injuries. Since joining AP Physiotherapists, I have completed the International Advanced Aquatic Therapy Course.
Additionally, I began my journey of becoming a WATSU Practitioner. I will be completing my final WATSU Course in October 2023, and thereafter, I will become a qualified WATSU practitioner. Moreover, the combination of my experience in KZN and the countless weeks spent working in the stroke unit team at Tygerberg Hospital have fostered my passion for neurological rehabilitation and working with the elderly. In my experience, true healing happens beyond a daily intake of medication. I have seen the positive impact physiotherapy has had on the quality of life of many individuals.
You’ll often find me sharing my favorite healing tools in the pool. I am a firm believer that water enhances healing, activates joy, and provides a safe and thriving environment. Therefore, I see clients feeling empowered, engaged, and able to do a little more than they were capable of before.
Janine Scheepers
Office manager and receptionist
Based at: Sun Valley practice
Janine, a longstanding member of AP Therapists, plays a crucial role in ensuring the practice runs smoothly. Not only does she deeply care about the clients, but she also dedicates herself to fostering meaningful connections with regular clients. Serving as the friendly face of AP Therapists, Janine is a valued asset to the team, contributing to the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the practice.