D.ness Physio Solutions Durban

D.ness Physio Solutions – Durban

About Us

At D.ness Physio Solutions, we are dedicated to providing expert physiotherapy care, with a special focus on oncology, pelvic health, vestibular rehabilitation, and pulmonary conditions. Our goal is to support patients from early intervention through to full recovery, helping them regain function and improve their quality of life.

Meet Dr. Dieudonnée Ness

Dr. Dieudonnée Ness is a highly qualified and experienced physiotherapist with a passion for oncology and patient advocacy. She earned her BSc. Hons in Physiotherapy from Wits University in 1990 and later pursued an MSc. at University College London (1997), where her research focused on diagnostic tests for meniscal knee injuries.

Upon returning to South Africa in 2002, she expanded her expertise in Lymphoedema management, obtaining certification through ACOLS in Florida, USA. Her PhD research, completed within the government healthcare sector, led to her doctoral thesis:
“Clavipectoral Fascia Release and its Impact on Lymphoedema in Breast Cancer Women of KwaZulu-Natal.”

Awards and Recognition

Dr. Ness has received several prestigious awards, including the Sceales Antrobus Prize (2016) at the Surgical Research Society of South Africa conference. She has presented her research at international conferences, including:

• 12th Academic Surgical Conference (Las Vegas, 2017)
• World Confederation of Physiotherapy (Cape Town, 2017)

She remains committed to improving oncology physiotherapy care and advocating for better patient outcomes in mixed-resource settings.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Ness is actively involved in academic and professional groups, including:

• Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
• South African Society of Physiotherapy
• Lymphoedema Association of South Africa
• Breast Interest Group of South Africa
• Durban Breast Cancer Forum
• Durban Oncology MDT Group

Services

We offer a range of physiotherapy treatments designed to support patients with complex medical needs, post-surgical recovery, and chronic conditions.

Oncological Physiotherapy

• Lymphoedema assessment and treatment
• Post-mastectomy bra and prosthesis assessment
• Post-surgical physiotherapy for cancer patients

Pelvic Health & Women’s Health

• Treatment for pelvic floor dysfunction
• Support for pre- and post-natal conditions
• Rehabilitation for post-surgical pelvic pain

Vestibular & Balance Rehabilitation

• Specialised therapy for dizziness and vertigo
• Balance retraining for fall prevention

Pulmonary & Post-COVID Rehabilitation

• Pulmonary rehabilitation for COPD
• Recovery programmes for post-COVID-19 lung complications

Musculoskeletal & Orthopaedic Care

• Spinal and limb injury assessment and treatment
• Rehabilitation following fractures, joint replacements, or surgery

Stress & Trauma Management

• Trauma Release Exercises (TRE) for stress reduction and emotional well-being

Additional Information

At D.ness Physio Solutions, we take an individualised and patient-centred approach to physiotherapy, ensuring that every treatment plan is tailored to the specific needs of the patient. Our team is committed to early intervention and comprehensive rehabilitation, guiding patients through every stage of recovery.