SYNERGISM THERAPY
PHYSIOTHERAPY . PILATES . STRETCH
About Us
Healthcare, recovery and rehabilitation is the main focus of our practice here at Synergism Therapy. Getting our patients to move and function at their best possible levels, without pain or limitations is the goal we set out to achieve. Synergism in medicine is described as different treatments being combined so that the end result of all individual treatments is enhanced. You, as our patient or client, are our focus when it comes to therapy. We want to enhance all aspects of your rehabilitation or training by providing you with a range of healthcare specialties to help you progress every step of the way.
Physiotherapy for all your pain, injury or post surgical rehabilitation. Your physiotherapist is the medical specialist trained to help tissue healing and recovery as well as correcting any biomechanical abnormality.
This is done after a thorough assessment of the patient and using a variety of techniques to achieve the desired outcomes. Here, at Synergy Physiotherapy, we believe in hands on manual therapy. You will have the undivided attention of your therapist throughout the entire session.They will combine treatment techniques
such as manual therapy, deep dry needling, spinal and peripheral mobilization, strapping and taping to ease pain and improve movement and muscle control.
Home education and home rehabilitation exercises should always be part of the session so you can maintain the gains we have made between sessions.
Pilates for improved core control and muscle toning. This can be to recover from an injury, for improving your posture or even getting stronger for the sports you like to do.
At Synergism Pilates we cater for all fitness levels. If you are not sure about your ability to manage a class, we will offer a
free assessment session with our physiotherapist to make sure you can join risk free.
Stretch is a concept we are bringing into Synergism Therapy. In our lifestyle we are mostly sedentary in our daily life and don’t move as much as the generations before us. When it comes to exercise, we focus on cardiovascular and strengthening.
Let us be honest, no one likes to stretch, but it is a vital component of normal pain free movement. At Synergism Stretch, our session is tailor made for
you. Our therapist will actively and passively stretch all the stiff structures in your body to improve range of motion and get you feeling looser and more mobile.
Marcel Schmidt
Co Founder, Senior Physiotherapist and Sport Scientist at Synergism Therapy Inc.
As a seasoned Senior Physiotherapist and Sports Scientist, I bring an extensive background of achievement in the medical and rehabilitation industry, with over two decades of experience in leadership, HR and practice management. My expertise spans across a range of areas including Injury Prevention, Orthopedic Rehabilitation, Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Biomechanics and Manual Therapy. I hold dual qualifications, with a B.Sc Physiotherapy and a B.Sc Sport Science from the distinguished Stellenbosch University (South Africa). Overall, I am a highly skilled healthcare services professional with a proven track record of delivering quality care and achieving optimal outcomes for my patients.
Education
- Stellenbosch University
B.Sc Human Movement Sciences, Disabled Sports Specialization 1995 – 1997
Experience
Marcel is a very experienced physiotherapist with more than 20 years’ experience in diagnosing and treating muscle, joint, ligament, tendon and nerve injuries. He is passionate about getting to the bottom of your problem and getting an accurate diagnosis of what tissues are involved and what stage of injury you are in.
Once he knows exactly what is wrong, it becomes so much easier to develop a treatment and rehabilitation plan to get you moving properly again. He initially graduated as a sport scientist in 1997 and then as a physiotherapist in 2001 from Stellenbosch University. In 2002 he started working in Boksburg and opened a partnership in 2004. In 2012, the opportunity arose to establish a physiotherapy practice in Dubai, UAE. This was a new challenge and Marcel gained valuable experience in treating patients from all over the world, with different cultures, customs and languages. This exposure brought about insights on different ways needed to communicate and assess patients, but also showed that the treatment approaches and rehabilitation can work universally.
In 2019, he helped establish a multispecialty clinic in Dubai, bringing together various specialties of doctors, dentists, physiotherapists and other health professionals. This is where the seeds of Synergism Therapy originated, a place where a group of health professionals work together to achieve the best possible outcomes for their patients. After Covid-19, Marcel returned to South Africa and having been away for over 10 years, he wanted to get an idea again of how the South African medical scene was. Thus he joined one of the biggest physiotherapy practices in Pretoria as Senior Physiotherapist.
Synergism therapy was opened in August 2023, the vision that started in Dubai is now being
developed here in South Africa. A practice where a team of professionals can work together in a
professional and comfortable environment for the best benefits for all our patients.
Annelien Schmidt
Annelien Schmidt is an experienced Pilates instructor and practice owner who has dedicated 11 years of her passion and expertise in the field. She has worked in both South Africa and the UAE, gaining valuable experience and knowledge in the art of Pilates. Her expertise is mainly focused on two categories: rehab Pilates and strengthening Pilates, which includes mat work and the Wunda chair. With years of experience under her belt, Annelien has developed a unique style in her teaching methods that are tailored to the needs of her clients. In addition, she works in association with a physiotherapist. This partnership ensures that her clients get the best possible results. Annelien is dedicated to her clients and has made a name for herself in the Pilates community for her passion, professionalism, and dedication.
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Our Vision
To provide exceptional physiotherapy, healthcare services, where patient care and customer service
is of the highest quality and integral to our practice. We strive to maintain a reputation as the leader
in hands-on physiotherapy and exercise rehabilitation. We want to create a warm, friendly and
relaxed environment that allows patient focused recovery as well as a place where fellow health
care professionals can work together for a common goal.
Our commitment
We will always be in time as we understand your time is as precious as ours.
A commitment to excellence in physiotherapy and rehabilitation. We are continually improving our
clinical and academic skills with regular attendance of professional seminars, courses and training.
Open communication. You should know exactly what your diagnosis is, how it is going to be treated
and all options of treatment and therapies that are available. You as the patient should be completed involved in all your healthcare decisions and we will give professional guidance and refer you to the correct speciality when required.