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Backinaction Physiotherapist
Jackie Wells

After obtaining her Physiotherapy degree from the University of Cape Town in 1997, Jackie spent several years in the UK working in a range of clinical settings.  This included orthopaedics, paediatrics, and general sports injuries – specifically back and neck rehabilitation.  Jackie also worked with elite athletes, as the physiotherapist for Cardiff Rugby Club and Fulham Football Club.  Jackie was fortunate enough to attend a number of cutting-edge medical and sports science conferences while at Fulham Football Club – focusing on injury rehabilitation, as well as injury prevention.

Jackie returned to South Africa in 2004 and took over a thriving private practice linked to a Virgin Active Gym in the Southern Suburbs.  This was the start of ‘Back in Action’ where Jackie combined joint and soft tissue mobilisation, fascial release, Lynotherapy, visceral mobilisation, strength and conditioning, and exercise rehabilitation to treat her growing client base.

Jackie has competed in road running, trail running, cycling and triathlons.  Her own personal training journey enhances her understanding of her client’s unique health and fitness challenges.  Jackie attracts and retains a number of clients who have been struggling with chronic injuries.  Before finding Jackie, many of these clients have had little success, despite trying a range of medical interventions over extended periods.

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  • In 2004 I was extremely fortunate to be introduced to Jackie. My back was in constant pain. Daily functioning was impossible not to mention sleep, without serious meds. Sport was something I thought I would never do again. Jackie’s magic hands, elbows, needles and hands on approach to strength building in the gym, got me back into shape again. 11 years later Jackie’s job is to keep this 54 year old doing what I love – 2015 achievements, East London Half Iron, ABSA Cape Epic and World Series Triathlon. Thank you Jax for all your care, friendship and inspiration over 11 years. Never leave Cape Town please.

    Paul Schnider

  • I have known Jackie for over 20 years. She has always been passionate about health and fitness and has committed her life to assisting her clients to achieve their health, fitness and sporting goals. I have been actively involved in contact sports all of my life. As I reach my mid-40s, Jackie plays a vital role in assisting me with injury rehabilitation, as well as injury prevention - through smarter training and targeted strength and conditioning. Jackie’s expert interventions allow me to continue to achieve my health and fitness goals.

    Brian Stanley

  • I was completely crippled with pain after the birth of my third child. It was too painful to walk. I had suffered from bad back pain since I was a teenager. I tried surgery and chiropractors but nothing helped. I was unable to pick up my baby and walk with her. I needed help. Jackie Wells quite literally put me on the road to recovery and I have never looked back. 12 years later I still go for treatments if I start to feel stiff but I no longer live in pain. I highly recommend this practice for it’s professionalism and compassion.

    Mary Louise Stein

  • Jackie keeps me in the saddle. Without her fabulous work on my lower back, neck and knees, I would not be able to ride Dressage with the balance, flexibility and strength that being successful in this sport demands. She is a wonderful physio! Leanne Mostert - Springbok Dressage rider who has won the South African Dressage Championships and the FEI World Dressage Challenge on multiple occasions.

    Leanne Mostert