Your Partners in Health
We are a dedicated team of physiotherapists committed to delivering evidence-based rehabilitation and movement therapy in Jeffreys Bay. Our approach is rooted in individualized care, ensuring every patient receives a considered approach to their recovery and long-term movement health.
The Team
Cobus Breytenbach
BA Human Movement Science - University of Pretoria - 2004
BSc Physiotherapy - University of Stellenbosch - 2008
MSc Adapted Physical Activity - Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (Belgium) - 2013
Cobus founded Breytenbach Physiotherapists with a simple philosophy: exceptional rehabilitation starts with understanding the person, not just the injury. Whether treating an athlete, an active individual, or someone wanting to move more comfortably, his focus is always the same - to identify the true cause of the problem and create a clear path back to confident movement.
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Drawing on extensive clinical experience and a commitment to evidence-based practice, Cobus has a particular interest in sports and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. He enjoys working with people of all ages and activity levels, helping them recover from injury, overcome persistent pain, and return confidently to the activities that matter most to them.
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Patients value his thorough assessments, hands-on approach, and rehabilitation programmes tailored to their individual goals. Rather than offering quick fixes, he believes in delivering personalised care that addresses the underlying cause of an injury and creates lasting results.
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Alongside his clinical practice, Cobus lectures in lower-limb rehabilitation, ensuring his patients benefit from care that reflects both current research and real-world clinical experience.
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As a keen runner, cyclist, and outdoor enthusiast, Cobus understands first-hand the importance of staying active. His goal is simple: to help every patient move with confidence, perform at their best, and get back to doing what they love.
Marisa Breytenbach
BSc Physiotherapy - University of Stellenbosch - 2008
Body Control Pilates - 2017
Marisa is passionate about helping people move with confidence and return to the activities they enjoy most. Her clinical approach combines thorough assessment, hands-on treatment, and individualised rehabilitation to achieve meaningful, long-term results.
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After graduating from Stellenbosch University in 2008, Marisa began her career in a private sports and orthopaedic physiotherapy practice before pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation and Sport Physiotherapy at the Katholieke Universiteit Leuven in Belgium. She then joined the Sports Injuries Centre at the University of Cape Town, where she spent three years working alongside leading clinicians in a dynamic sporting environment.
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In 2016, Marisa completed her Pilates training through Body Control Pilates, allowing her to integrate Pilates principles into rehabilitation programmes for both individual and group sessions. She later joined SpinalPhysio in Constantia, where she gained extensive experience in the rehabilitation of patients recovering from spinal and orthopaedic surgery.
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An enthusiastic runner, cyclist, and triathlete, Marisa understands the physical and mental impact that injury can have on an active lifestyle. Her goal is to provide evidence-based, personalised care that not only relieves pain but restores strength, confidence, and the freedom to return to the activities that matter most.
Chanel Burger
BSc Physiotherapy - University of Stellenbosch - 2024
Certified Sport Massage Therapist - EPT Recovery - 2023
Chanel is passionate about helping people recover from injury, move with confidence, and achieve their individual goals through evidence-based rehabilitation. She has a particular interest in sports and musculoskeletal physiotherapy and enjoys working with patients of all ages and activity levels.
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After graduating from Stellenbosch University in 2024, Chanel joined Breytenbach Physiotherapists, where she continues to develop her clinical skills while providing personalised, patient-centred care. During her studies, she regularly volunteered at sports clubs and qualified as both a HIIT coach and sports massage therapist, giving her valuable experience in exercise prescription, injury prevention, and soft-tissue rehabilitation.
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As an active netball player and sports enthusiast, Chanel understands the importance of movement, performance, and staying active. She believes in leading by example and is committed to empowering her patients with the knowledge, confidence, and support they need to recover well, move better, and return to the activities they enjoy.
Belinda Paetzold
BPhysT - University of Pretoria - 1991
Belinda is an experienced and compassionate physiotherapist who is passionate about helping people regain confidence in movement and improve their quality of life. With more than three decades of clinical experience, she provides thoughtful, personalised care tailored to each patient's individual needs and goals.
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After qualifying as a physiotherapist from the University of Pretoria in 1991, Belinda began her career in hospital-based trauma and orthopaedic care before moving into private practice, where she developed extensive experience in outpatient rehabilitation. More recently, she worked in the United Kingdom as a First Contact Physiotherapist within a GP practice, further broadening her expertise in the assessment and management of a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.
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Belinda has a particular interest in helping people recover from injury, manage persistent pain, and maintain their independence. She enjoys working with patients of all ages and offers both in-practice consultations and home visits for those who require care in the comfort of their own environment.
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Her treatment approach is hands-on, practical, and evidence-based, with a strong emphasis on restoring movement, reducing pain, and empowering patients to return confidently to the activities that matter most.
Danélle van Niekerk
Practice Manager and Accounts
Danélle is our office and admin manager and often the friendly voice on the other end of the phone.
She handles accounts and billing with care and efficiency, helping ensure the practice runs smoothly behind the scenes.
With a multifaceted professional background and as a qualified Lactation Consultant, she brings both practical expertise and empathy to her role.
Originally from Durban, Danélle has called Jeffreys Bay home for the past two and a half years. She is married with two children in high school, and when she’s not at work, her family enjoys time at the beach while she finds joy in singing and playing the guitar.
She is always happy to assist wherever she can, so don’t hesitate to ask.