Marian Penso Physiotherapist Claremont

Marian Penso Physiotherapist Claremont

Marian Penso Physiotherapist Claremont is an experienced physiotherapist who helps patients recover and improve their physical health. She specialises in neuromusculoskeletal conditions and has comprehensive postgraduate training in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy (OMT). Her work covers nerve, muscle, bone, and joint-related conditions. She also has a strong interest in sports and active lifestyles.

About Marian Penso Physiotherapist Claremont

Marian is a keen mountain biker, mountaineer, rock climber, and runner. Therefore, she has first-hand knowledge of the demands that sport places on the body. This experience helps her understand sports injuries and provide care that suits each athlete’s needs. In addition, she worked as a physiotherapist for teams in the Cape Epic Mountain Bike Stage Race for seven consecutive years.

Orthopaedic Manual Therapy

Marian specialises in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy (OMT), a postgraduate approach for treating musculoskeletal conditions. OMT focuses on the nerves, muscles, bones, and joints. As a result, treatment can help improve movement, reduce pain, and manage neuromusculoskeletal disorders. Common conditions include neck and back pain, disc prolapse, discogenic disorders, sciatica, nerve-related conditions, headaches, and postural conditions.

Sports Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

Marian has a special interest in sports physiotherapy. Whether you are recovering from an injury or want to help prevent one, she provides treatment based on your needs. She treats a wide range of sports injuries. Her experience as a mountain biker and mountaineer also gives her a unique view of sports-related conditions.

Marian also helps people recover from injuries caused by sporting activities. These injuries may include soft tissue injuries, joint sprains, or more complex trauma. Her rehabilitation strategies aim to help athletes return to peak performance as quickly and safely as possible.

Post-Operative Rehabilitation

Marian provides rehabilitation after surgical procedures. Treatment includes specialised exercises and therapies that aim to restore function, strength, and mobility. Therefore, her care supports people as they work towards improved physical function after surgery.

Marian’s Sporting Achievements

Marian’s sporting experience further strengthens her understanding of sports injuries and high-performance athletes. Her achievements include the Tour Divide, a 4418 km mountain bike race along the US Rockies, and the 930 km joBerg2c mountain bike race from Johannesburg to Scottborough.

She has also climbed Mera Peak in Nepal, a 6476-metre mountain in the Everest Region, and Mount Kenya, the second-highest mountain in Africa at 5188 metres. In addition, she has completed the iconic Annapurna Circuit in Nepal and Everest Base Camp treks. These experiences have built her personal endurance and enhanced her expertise in treating high-performance athletes.