Raquel Mão-Cheia Physiotherapy

Raquel Mão-Cheia Physiotherapy

Raquel Mão-Cheia Physiotherapy provides personalised physiotherapy care focused on improving movement, reducing pain, and helping patients enjoy a better quality of life.

About Raquel Mão-Cheia Physiotherapy

My name is Raquel Mão-Cheia, and I am a highly qualified physiotherapist with a passion for helping patients improve their quality of life. I completed my BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy at the University of Witwatersrand in 2013.

After graduating, I started my physiotherapy career with community service at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital. I then gained valuable experience at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital and Netcare Milpark Hospital, where I spent two years at each hospital. During this time, I gained experience across a range of specialties.

Chest Physiotherapy

Chest physiotherapy can help adults and children who have respiratory conditions. It can also support recovery after surgery and help improve breathing.

Chest physiotherapy can help with:

• Respiratory conditions, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Post-operative chest care after thoracic surgeries
• Paediatric chest conditions, including bronchiolitis and asthma
• Postural drainage and airway clearance techniques to support better breathing

I adapt chest physiotherapy techniques to each adult or paediatric patient. As a result, treatment can remain comfortable and effective.

Back, Neck and Limb Pain

Back, neck, and limb pain can affect daily activities and movement. Muscle strain, injuries, and long-term conditions can all cause pain. Therefore, physiotherapy can help manage pain and support better movement.

Treatment can include:

• Manual therapy and joint mobilisation to help reduce pain and stiffness
• Therapeutic exercises to strengthen muscles and improve flexibility
• Posture correction to help prevent further strain and injury
• Paediatric physiotherapy for children with musculoskeletal pain, injuries, or developmental concerns

I use a personalised approach to help adults and children improve mobility, manage pain, and work towards their treatment goals.

Why Choose Raquel Mão-Cheia Physiotherapy?

At Raquel Mão-Cheia Physiotherapy, I focus on movement and function, not only symptoms. I create individual treatment plans based on each patient’s needs and goals. I also use evidence-based practices to support effective care.

My experience includes adult and paediatric chest therapy, neurological treatments, rehabilitation, sports injuries, and generalised pain management. In addition, I provide care for patients recovering from injuries, managing chronic pain, or seeking rehabilitation after surgery.

Quality Care for Adults and Paediatrics

Raquel Mão-Cheia Physiotherapy offers care for both adults and paediatric patients. My goal is to help patients improve movement, reduce pain, and regain independence.

I take a holistic approach to care and consider each patient’s needs when planning treatment. Whether you need support for a chest condition, musculoskeletal pain, an injury, or rehabilitation, I aim to provide focused and individualised physiotherapy care.