Fourways Sports Injury Clinic

The Sports Injury Clinic has been in existence since 2004 and is a multidisciplinary centre. We are located opposite the Fourways Life Hospital in Cedar Tree Office Park, Fourways. The clinic offers the services of orthopaedic-based chiropractors, a podiatrist (foot and lower limb dysfunction), a biokineticist (isokinetic/orthopaedic rehabilitation) and dieticians (fitness and medically related nutrition). The Sports Injury Clinic works alongside other medical practices such as blood labs, a vascular surgeon, general practitioners, physiotherapists, psychologists, an occupational therapist and audiologists. We have close working relationships with neurosurgeons, orthopaedic surgeons as well as many other specialists. We promise to practice evidenced-based medical care and wellness.

Practitioners

Dr Michael Pritchard - Chiropractor

Dr Michael Pritchard graduated from University of Johannesburg in 2001. Since then he has practiced in Fourways. In 2004 he opened a multidisciplinary sports injury clinic which consisted of chiropractors, podiatrists, biokineticists, sports massage therapists and dieticians. In his practice he also makes use of computerised radiology. He has treated many top sportsmen and women and a highlight in the early part of his career was a helicopter flight to a game lodge where he treated the actor Chuck Norris!! He has recently moved and expanded his sports injury clinic to Cedar Medical opposite Fourways Life Hospital. A recent addition to his practice has been a blood lab as well as adjacent practices comprising of GP’s, a vascular surgeon, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and audiologists. He has attended regular local as well as international seminars. He has observed many orthopaedic and neurosurgical procedures. Dr Pritchard is also a supervising clinician at the UJ Chiropractic Campus Clinic.

For an appointment contact the Sports Injury Clinic Tel: 011 465 1818

Dr Glen Paton - Chiropractor

Dr. Paton completed his Master’s degree with the dissertation entitled ‘THE EFFECT OF CHIROPRACTIC CERVICAL SPINE ADJUSTMENT ON CERVICAL RANGE OF MOTION, BEYOND THE DIRECT EFFECT OF CAVITATION’ at UJ, qualifying in 2013. Following the completion of the academic component of the course Dr. Paton was invited to join the Golden Key International Honour Society. Dr. Paton’s ambition as a Chiropractor is to improve quality of life through the diagnostic ambient that the Sports Injury Clinic provides with a multi-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary approach to patient care. He has completed Kinesio taping courses, leukotape sports strapping course and has attended an intensive hands-on sports upper and lower extremity seminar via The International Federation of Sports Chiropractic (FICS) in partnership with Chirosport South Africa.

For an appointment contact the Sports Injury Clinic Tel: 011 465 1818

Candice Sparke - Biokineticist

Candice Sparke is a Biokineticist, she obtained her undergraduate degree at Rhodes University and then went to University of Zululand to complete her BSc Honours in Biokinetics. She has also completed an LLM Master’s degree in Sports Law from DeMontfort Law University in the UK. As a Biokineticist, her primary focus areas and interests include; pre and post-operative orthopaedic rehabilitation and sports injuries. She runs her own practice within the Sports Injury Clinic, she is also currently working with the Bidvest Wits Soccer Team and Academy. She is passionate about sports and enjoy working with athletes and individuals of all levels, she aims to help the patient return to sport 100% fit or to their daily activities pain free. She strives to give her best with each and every patient and to help them achieve their goals.

For an appointment contact the Sports Injury Clinic Tel: 011 465 1818

Tabitha Hume - Dietician

Tabitha Hume is a Registered Clinical Dietician, with two degrees from U.C.T. She specialises in metabolic control in weight loss, insulin-related disorders, eating disorders, ADD and Type 2 Diabetes. Tabitha is the author of 5 best-selling books (The X Diet Series), the latest of which has just been published; and is a motivational speaker and media consultant. Having been in the health industry for nearly 20 years, Tabitha’s experience with people and lifestyle changes is extensive. Her passion for sharing knowledge and empowerment through understanding nutrition and the body, motivates throughout the journey towards ultimate health and energy.

Website: www.tabithahume.com
Contact Details: tabitha@tabithahume.com or reception@tabithahume.com or 011 465 1818

Lawrence Atrash - Podiatrist

Lawrence is registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa and is a member of the Podiatry Association of South Africa. He has been in private practice for 15 years and joined the Sports Injury Clinic in 2004 as a founder member. He believes in a team approach to injury treatment and prevention. Areas of interest include Sports Medicine, Lower Limb Biomechanics with special reference to lower back pain, Diabetic foot care, Nail Surgery and Laser for Nail Fungus. Lawrence attends courses and congresses regularly and runs an evidence based practice. He uses the latest diagnostic and scanning aids including, pressure plate gait assessment and 3D foot scanning. All of Lawrence’s orthotics are designed by him in CAD and manufactured by CAM (Computer Aided Milling). Lawrence enjoys treating patients both young and old often finding the greatest reward in removing a simple corn!

For an appointment contact the Sports Injury Clinic Tel: 011 465 1818

Consultant Surgeon

Dr Harry Papagapiou

Orthopedic Surgeon

Dr. Harry Papagapiou is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon practicing at Life Fourways hospital, CureDay clinic Fourways, and Busamed modderfontein hospital. He has a wide range of experience in trauma orthopaedic surgery as well as bone and joint conditions. Furthermore he is a fellowship trained knee reconstructive surgeon specializing in sports knee surgery ,as well as knee replacement surgery.

For appointments contact 011 875 1930