One of the perks of having his practice at the Sport Science Institute of South Africa is that he gets to see some really interesting sports science and sports medicine research as it unfolds. For this issue, RASHAAD JAKOET chatted to KIM BUCHHOLTZ on her research with mountain bikers. SO […]
Physio’s Advice
RASHAAD JAKOET has a masters degree in sports physiotherapy from UCT. He has worked and travelled with professional football, rugby and cricket teams over the years. At his practice at SSISA, he works to rehabilitate injuries from athletes in multiple sporting codes, both amateur and professional.
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Physio’s advice: Do the rewards of cycling outweigh the risks?
Resident Full Sus physion, Rashaad Jakoet tells us why the risks of cycling are all worth it, especially for your long- term health. It’s 2019, and with it comes a long list of people with reservations and excuses about starting a new year’s resolution or goal. One excuse I often […]
Anterior Knee Pain in Cycling
Words and Images by Rashaad Jakoet A seriously painful and uncomfortable injury for cyclist is anything related to your knee. Our physio looks at possible treatment options. Anterior knee pain (AKP) refers to pain in the front of the knee, usually around the area of the kneecap. This is caused […]
Post op shoulder recovery
In this issue we welcome a new physio on board. RASHAAD JAKOET works at the Sport Science Institute of South Africa in Cape Town where he rehabilitates athlete’s injuries. His first column is about shoulder injuries. WORDS AND IMAGES: RASHAAD JAKOET There are many reasons to end up in a […]