Biokineticists
Our Team:
Michelle le Roux
Mornè Vos
Biokinetics: Movement as Medicine
Biokinetics is a specialized health profession focused on enhancing the wellbeing, functionality, and longevity of individuals through scientifically prescribed exercise. Rooted in the philosophy of “life through movement”, biokinetics bridges the gap between rehabilitation and performance by using exercise as medicine to prevent, manage, and treat a wide range of health conditions.
What Does a Biokineticist Do?
A biokineticist is a clinical exercise specialist who:
- Prescribes individualized exercise programs to prevent and manage chronic diseases.
- Rehabilitates orthopaedic injuries and post-surgical conditions.
- Enhances athletic performance through functional movement training.
- Supports women’s health, including pregnancy and postpartum recovery.
- Conducts fitness assessments for general wellness and medical aid programs like Discovery Vitality.
Comprehensive Services Offered
1. Injury & Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
- Treatment of musculoskeletal injuries involving muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones.
- Post-operative recovery for procedures like spinal surgery, joint replacements, and rotator cuff repairs.
2. Chronic Disease Management
- Exercise interventions for conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and respiratory illnesses.
- Programs are tailored to improve quality of life and reduce disease progression.
3. Sports Performance & Conditioning
- Sport-specific training to improve strength, agility, endurance, and injury prevention.
- Functional movement analysis to optimize biomechanics.
4. Spinal & Core Rehabilitation
- Targeted exercises to restore core stability, reduce back pain, and improve posture.
5. Women’s Health & Postnatal Care
- Specialized programs for pelvic floor dysfunction, diastasis recti, SI joint pain, and postpartum recovery.
6. Preventative Health & Wellness
- Proactive strategies to reduce the risk of illness and promote healthy aging.
- Includes telehealth services for remote access to care.
7. Fitness Assessments
- Baseline and progress evaluations for vitality programs, general fitness, and health risk screening.
Why It Matters
Biokinetics is more than rehabilitation—it’s a preventative and performance-enhancing discipline. With rising rates of lifestyle-related diseases and sedentary behavior, biokinetics offers a scientific, non-invasive, and empowering approach to health. Studies show that regular, structured physical activity can reduce the risk of chronic diseases by up to 50%, improve mental health, and even enhance recovery outcomes post-surgery.
Biokinetics is not just about movement—it’s about moving you toward a healthier, stronger, and more resilient life.