Jaco grew up in South Africa and qualified with a Master’s Degree in Chiropractic from Durban University of Technology in 2015. He has over ten years of clinical experience, including working with elite golfers and as a team chiropractor for semi-professional rugby teams in South Africa.
Jaco enjoys treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions and has a particular interest in persistent or recurring problems, including neck and back pain, sciatica and other nerve-related symptoms, long-standing joint problems and sports injuries. He particularly enjoys the challenge of taking a fresh look at cases that have not improved as expected with previous treatment and helping patients find a clear way forward.
Jaco is a Credentialled Clinician in the McKenzie Method® of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy® (MDT), an internationally recognised approach to assessment and treatment. MDT considers how movement, posture and everyday activities influence a patient’s symptoms, helping to guide treatment and rehabilitation.
Depending on each patient’s individual needs, Jaco uses a combination of spinal and joint manipulation or mobilisation, soft tissue techniques, dry needling, and tailored exercise and rehabilitation. Alongside helping to relieve pain and improve function, he works with patients to understand their condition, regain confidence in movement and develop practical strategies to manage their symptoms.
Jaco takes a patient-centred approach to treatment, focusing not only on relieving symptoms but also on understanding why a problem has developed and what may be contributing to it. His goal is to help each patient get back to the activities that matter to them, while giving them the knowledge and tools to reduce the likelihood of their symptoms returning.
Having worked with elite golfers, Jaco has a particular appreciation of the physical demands of the sport. He enjoys helping golfers manage injuries, improve movement and mobility, and stay active on the course. His own passion for golf also gives him a strong understanding of the demands the sport places on the body.
Outside the clinic, Jaco enjoys spending as much time as possible with his wife and young daughter. He also enjoys strength training, playing golf and enjoying a good South African braai with friends.
