Meet Dr Warren van Zyl, Chiropractor in Plettenberg Bay

I am passionate about chiropractic and have, through my studies and over the course of my career, developed a very deep understanding of the human body, particularly the musculoskeletal system and how it functions. As my career has evolved, I’ve also developed a growing interest in the impact of stress on the body and mind-body healing and have completed further studies in acupuncture and stress-relief techniques to complement my chiropractic work.

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I hold a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life University in the United States, as well as an additional qualification as a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP), which has supported my long-standing interest in the role chiropractic care plays in injury prevention, recovery, and sports performance enhancement.

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I was very fortunate to start my professional career combining my passion for chiropractic with my passion for rugby when I worked as the chiropractor to the touring Springbok Team of the UK, Ireland, Scotland and Wales in 1994 - an experience that deepened my passion for sports chiropractic and performance care.

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In 1995, I opened my first private practice in Durban, South Africa, where I practised for more than 25 years before relocating to Plettenberg Bay. My Plett practice serves patients from across the Garden Route community, including Knysna, Sedgefield, and Tsitsikamma.

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Alongside private practice, I’ve continued to work with professional athletes and teams throughout my career, including the Sharks Rugby Team (for whom I served as chiropractor for 15 years) and the Proteas and Dolphins Cricket Teams. In 2010, I was appointed Mental Conditioning Coach for the Sharks Rugby Team, integrating physical and psychological approaches to performance and wellbeing.

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I have also written and published two books exploring health, healing, and the connection between body and mind, and am in the process of editing a third one. Outside of work, I enjoy hiking, swimming in the sea, walking on the beach, and spending time with my family.