MEET THE TEAM

Chiropractor

MHSC Chiropractic; International Certificate in Sports Chiropractic

Dr Lori Niemand is a chiropractor with a special interest in working with athletes and sports injuries, both in office and field-side.

After years of training and competing at an international level for South Africa, Dr Niemand understands the physical demands of training, competing, and dealing with injuries... This experience inspired her to pursue sports chiropractic to deepen her understanding and to better support athletes. This has fuelled her passion for injury prevention and identifying the many factors that contribute to the risk of injury. Furthermore, achieving sports goals safely while protecting an athlete's career and health.

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Dr Niemand enjoys managing more than just sports injuries, and welcomes everyone into her practice. For her, every case is exciting and interesting!

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Dr Niemand utilises a combination of manual therapy, biomechanics, personalised rehabilitation programs, and more as everyone is unique

Chiropractor

MTech Chiropractic; MSc Sport Science

Dr Arline Muller’s journey into chiropractic care began with a lifelong love for movement, sport, and the science of a healthy body. After completing a degree in Sport Science at NWU, she lectured at the Unizulu before deciding to pursue her dream of becoming a chiropractor at DUT.​

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As an athlete, Dr Muller experienced first-hand how effective chiropractic care can be in improving performance, recovery, and overall wellbeing. This positive experience inspired her to dedicate her career to helping people live healthy lives through movement.​

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She believes strongly in the role that sport plays in the healthy development of children and in maintaining vitality throughout life.

Advanced Sports Massage Therapist

Sports Massage Therapy

April is a Certified Advanced Sports Massage Therapist with over 10 years of experience. April was inspired to study massage after witnessing its benefits on her mother’s medical journey.

By blending a variety of techniques, she assists clients to overcome chronic pain, accelerate recovery, and enable athletes to perform pain-free. She has worked with top athletes and teams, such as the Sharks and Durban Super Giants. She treats each client with the same dedication, caring for them as if they were family.

Sports and Exercise Doctor

MBChB (UP); World Rugby ICIR Level 3; MSc Sports and Exercise Medicine

Dr Kian Barrett is a Sports and Exercise Physician dedicated to translating the science of peak performance into practical health solutions for every athlete. His philosophy moves beyond reacting to injuries, prioritising proactive strategies to build resilience and optimise health.

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This approach is proven in high-stakes environments: he is the current team doctor for the Sharks Currie Cup and Sharks Women's rugby teams and the director of Legacy Medical, an executive programme focused on proactive, data-driven care.

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Holding a Master's in Sports Medicine from Stellenbosch, Dr Barrett is committed to developing personalised, evidence-based recovery plans that get athletes back to their performance goals.

Sports Psychologist

DPhil Psychology

Dr. Candice Rae Leith is a Sport Psychologist and researcher specialising in athlete wellbeing, identity, performance, and gender in sport. With more than a decade of clinical experience, she supports athletes in managing pressure, building mental resilience, and strengthening the mind-body connection for sustainable performance.

Her work recognises that gender powerfully constructs identity and performance experiences in sport, which she explored through her PhD on women CrossFitters and performance culture.With a background in competitive swimming, she understands the discipline, identity formation, and gritty resilience required to pursue excellence.

She partners with athletes to navigate confidence, motivation, injury recovery, and the psychological demands of competition. Passionate about performance, and fuelled by a love of coffee, she creates a grounded and supportive space where athletes develop clarity, belief, and a stronger competitive edge.

Physiotherapist

B.Sc Physiotherapy

The question I often get asked is "Why Physio? ". I chose to become a physio because I love working with people and most of all being able to assist them towards maximum health and function. I graduated in 2006 from WITS University and spent 2 years working in the public health sector. I developed a keen interest in sports physio and completed another year of studies in this field.

Most of my career has been spent working in outpatient practises and in 2020 I started my own practise in Waterfall Midrand. I believe in treating my clients holistically and love empowering my clients to take ownership of their own health and wellness. My other hat is that of wife and mom. I have been married for 17 years and we have a 7 year old son.

I love doing and instructing Pilates and finish off with this quote by Joseph Pilates "Change happens through movement and movement heals"

Physiotherapist

B.Sc Physiotherapy

Sarah graduated from the University of the Western Cape in 2005 and has since worked in sports-related practices across Kwa-Zulu Natal. Sarah is a former national swimmer who represented South Africa at multiple FINA World Cups. She has worked with teams including: Chief Physiotherapist for the African Games in Morocco, Team South Africa for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, England’s Touch Rugby (2007 World Cup), Sharks Ladies Rugby, Collegians Rugby Club, the Mermaids Netball Team, and Rangers Natal Ladies Hockey. She also helped establish a postgraduate sports physiotherapy course in India; and worked with a National-level Indian Skeet Shooter and the Indian Swimming Team at the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

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Sarah is a certified Pilates instructor and uses its basic concepts in the rehabilitation of her patients. An accomplished open-water swimmer, she founded "Breathe" (www.breatheconservation.org) in 2018 to raise awareness about plastic pollution. She became the first African woman to complete a channel swim in Hawaii and, in 2019, the first person to circumnavigate Easter Island — earning a Guinness World Record. Passionate about the ocean, Sarah is a motivational speaker and advocate for her motto: Live Deeply, Tread Lightly. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXknMhSdcWI)

A former national swimmer, Sarah’s firsthand understanding of elite sport enables her to connect deeply with athletes and tailor her care to both professionals and aspiring competitors alike.

Physiotherapist

B.Sc Physiotherapy

As a physiotherapist, I'm passionate about helping people regain confidence in their bodies, recover from injury, and get back to doing what they love most.

My interests are largely focused on sports rehabilitation, injury prevention, and musculoskeletal care, and thus far I've had the opportunity to grow through private practice, sports tournament coverage, and hands-on experience within the sporting environment.

I'm continuously striving to learn more and improve my skills so I can provide meaningful, patient-centred care. I truly believe that movement is medicine, and every recovery journey deserves the right support.

Biokineticist

BSc(Hons) Biokinetics; BSc Sport Science

A Durban girl through and through, I am passionate about sports & exercise, & fascinated by the medical profession out of a desire to help people & see improvement in quality of life!

Biokinetics, as a profession, was a logical choice. It has enabled me to pursue my passion, and to help you! I graduated from Westville Campus in 2007, and have been working locally since then.

I love to travel, I love to run & I love a challenge. If not with a patient, you will find me barefoot, in Umdloti, with my husband & son, spending quality time together… running, riding or swimming. Or preparing for my next personal goal (maybe another Ironman event?!)

Biokineticist

BHSc Biokinetics

Mieke graduated from North-West University with a BHSc in Biokinetics. She is passionate about helping people move better, stronger, and pain-free through every stage of life. Her special interests include sports injuries, women's health, weight loss, chronic conditions, and conditioning for all ages, with a love for Pilates-based exercise and functional movement.

Mieke is deeply motivated by improving quality of life — whether that means helping someone perform better in their sport or simply move more comfortably and confidently through daily life. Dedicated, compassionate, and patient-focused, Mieke is committed to providing individualised, evidence-based care that meets each patient where they are and supports long-term progress.

When she's not in practice, you'll find Mieke buried in a good book on the beach or planning her next adventure and new place to explore.

"There's nothing better than watching someone realise they're stronger than they thought."

Dietician

BSc Dietetics; PGDip Dietetics

Sprague Ogilvie is a Registered Dietitian with more than 15 years of experience in clinical nutrition, private practice, and healthcare education. She specialises in evidence-based nutrition counselling, fertility and women’s health, and chronic disease management. With a strong background in ICU and medical nutrition therapy, as well as professional training and marketing in the nutrition industry,

Sprague combines science with empathy to help people achieve sustainable health outcomes. She is passionate about making nutrition practical, personalised, and empowering for every client she works with.

Dietician

BSc Dietetics; PGDip Dietetics; Dip Sport Nutrition

Kerryn is a registered dietician with over 20 years' experience working with people of all ages - from rural hospitals in KZN to London's tertiary centres, and now in private practice back home.

Her passion lies in sports, weight loss and functional nutrition, helping clients use food as medicine to prevent illness, not just treat it. She believes true wellness starts with everyday choices - understanding your body, supporting your weak links, and nourishing yourself for long-term health. No matter your age, background or activity Kerry will work with you to help understand what you as an individual require.

Dietician

BSc Dietetics; Pgrad Dip Dietetics; NHD Food Tech

Jean is a Registered Dietician with over 25 years of clinical and practical experience.

Her passion is to help people with their journey with food. Whether the need be medical, aesthetic or just to be more energetic and healthier, Jean believes food is God given to edify our bodies and must work for us and food must be and can be enjoyed.

“Nothing makes me happier to see lives transformed to optimal health. I am passionate about using diet and lifestyle modification as a part of this process”

She is committed to using evidence-based guidelines and lifestyle interventions to help facilitate this change

Jean is also a qualified Food Technologist. This dual background allows her to blend evidence-based science with food technology—bringing a deeper understanding of food composition, product innovation, and emerging food trends into her practice.