Sports Physician in Polokwane

Injured, in pain, or chasing peak performance? Our HPCSA-registered Sports Physicians — with experience as team doctors to Banyana Banyana and Mamelodi Sundowns FC — see patients at our Polokwane and Soweto branches.

  • HPCSA-registered physicians
  • Medical aids accepted
  • Same-week appointments
  • Experience with national & pro teams
OSWI sports medicine physicians in Polokwane

Sports Medicine in Polokwane & Soweto

At Optimum Sports & Wellness Institute, we work with athletes, active individuals, and weekend warriors who need more than a standard GP visit. Our Sports Physicians understand how the body performs under pressure — and how to get it back there when something goes wrong.

Our doctors don't just work in practices — they work on the pitch. For the past six years, our team has looked after the high-performance student athletes at the University of Johannesburg. Dr. Maesela has served as Team Doctor for Banyana Banyana, and Dr. Maphoto has served as Team Doctor for Mamelodi Sundowns FC. That's the level of expertise looking after your injury.

Whether you're dealing with an acute injury, managing a recurring problem, or looking to perform at your best, you'll be seen by a doctor who speaks your language.

  • Sports injury diagnosis & management
  • Musculoskeletal ultrasound
  • PRP (platelet-rich plasma) treatment
  • Exercise ECGs
  • Shockwave Therapy
  • Exercise prescription & performance optimisation
  • Weight management & wellness
  • Vitamin IV therapy
Sports physician consultation and rehabilitation at Optimum Sports & Wellness Institute

Trusted at the highest level of the game

When South Africa's national team needs medical care under pressure, our doctors are on the bench. From training-ground strappings to treating injuries on the World Cup stage, Dr Maesela has worked pitchside for Banyana Banyana — and that's the same expertise looking after every patient at Optimum Sports & Wellness Institute.

Dr Maesela attending to an injured Banyana Banyana player on the pitch during an international match Dr Maesela and medical staff treating a Banyana Banyana player during the FIFA Women's World Cup Dr Maesela strapping a Banyana Banyana player's ankle on the sideline
Dr Maesela, Team Doctor — Banyana Banyana

Ready to feel and perform your best?

Book an appointment at our Polokwane or Soweto branch, or give us a call — our team is ready to help.

Sports Physician FAQs

No referral is needed — you can book directly with us. If you've already seen another doctor or have scans and reports, bring them along so we have the full picture.
Yes, we accept medical aid. Cover and rates vary between schemes and plans, so we recommend contacting us with your scheme details and we'll help you confirm what's covered before your visit.
We aim to offer same-week appointments at our Polokwane and Soweto branches. For an urgent injury, call us on (015) 004 1729 and we'll do our best to fit you in as soon as possible.
Sports Physicians manage acute and chronic injuries (muscle, tendon, ligament and joint), overuse problems, and performance concerns. Our services include musculoskeletal ultrasound, PRP treatment, exercise ECGs, exercise prescription and performance optimisation. You don't have to be a professional athlete — we treat active people of all levels.
We have two branches: 51 Burger Street, Pietersburg Medical Centre, Unit 2, Polokwane (0699), and 35 Brittlewood Street, Dlamini, Soweto. You can reach our Polokwane branch on (015) 004 1729 and our Soweto branch on (011) 935 7175.

We're Here When You Need Us.

Reach out to us at either of our branches, or send us a message and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

Our Addresses

51 Burger Street, Pietersburg Medical Centre, Unit 2,
Polokwane, 0699

35 Brittlewood Street, Dlamini,
Soweto

Email Address

info@oswi.co.za

Mon – Fri: 09:00 – 17:00
Saturday: 09:00 – 13:00

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