Startline Veterinary Physiotherapy

08/06/2026

Fascial cupping is used as a treatment tool to release fascial adhesions, improve blood flow, and restore connective tissue functionality. This technique creates a negative pressure suction over the skin to mobilise the fascia and create a gap for improved blood flow.

Fascia forms the spiderweb that holds the body and its organ systems together. 🕸

Dysfunctions in the body consequently result in dysfunction of the fascia / ‘scaffolding’. Our physiotherapists can use the treatment of this tissue to progressively reduce symptoms of dysfunction in the connective tissues of the body - muscle, tendon, ligaments, and nerves.

We love having fascial work in our toolbox to further enhance our patients’ outcomes. ✔️

10/05/2026

Top class quality and care at the heart of our practice. 💙
We offer convenient home-based physiotherapy treatments for small and large animals throughout the northern and southern regions of the Western Cape. With physiotherapists of the highest qualification in SA, patient care standard is Top-class. ✔️

TOP CLASS to us resembles thorough evaluations with extensive history analysis to aid in understanding our patients’ cases from the inside out. We leave no stone unturned to ensure that our treatments are addressing ROOT causes.
TOP CLASS ensures that owners leave appointments feeling relief and satisfaction knowing there is a set management plan in place.
TOP CLASS means we treat our patients as our own - quality care at the pinnacle. ✨

📩 For bookings:
Tasha at 078 303 9005
Kirsten at 072 130 7696

Visit our website for more information on our practice
www.startlinevetphysio.com

29/04/2026

Lila’s journey 🩵🧡💙
We are so proud to have played a role in her rehabilitation success story!

29/04/2026

We are so proud to see our sponsored team winning the Overall Mini Height Category 🏆 at the SADAA Western Province Regional Trials 💙

Well done Jenny Mitchell and Raine!

Jenny Mitchell with Raine - Winner, Overall Mini Dog

30/03/2026

Are my animals in good hands? 🤍
It’s something every owner wonders — and it’s not just about treatment, it’s about trust, patience, and truly understanding each animal in front of you.
At Startline, every session is approached with care, calm intention, and a deep respect for the animal and their journey. From the smallest adjustments to the biggest milestones, it’s about creating an environment where they feel safe, supported, and able to move with confidence again.
Because when they trust the process, everything changes.
📍Your animals are always in good hands at Startline.

27/03/2026

Startline Agility — in action yet again 💙🐾

Roman 🐾 and Sam 🏃🏼‍♂️ are a team we’re incredibly proud to support — with multiple national podium finishes and having represented the South African team on two occasions at the Agility World Championships.

But what you see on the course is only part of the story.
Behind the scenes, there’s a real commitment to keeping Roman’s body strong, balanced, and ready to perform. It’s not just about addressing discomfort when it arises, but about maintaining his physical wellbeing so he can continue performing at his best.

That’s where physiotherapy plays its role — supporting strength, mobility, and long-term soundness for dogs competing at this level.
Because performance doesn’t start on competition day — it’s built in the work done long before.

📍Support your dog like an athlete — we’ll help you build that foundation.

25/03/2026

Tasha holds a BSc in Veterinary Physiotherapy and is passionate about continuously developing her knowledge and expertise within the field of animal rehabilitation.

Her passion extends across all aspects of animal rehabilitation, including early intervention and injury prevention, conditioning and strengthening, post-operative recovery, the restoration and refinement of motor control, as well as geriatric care. She adopts a comprehensive, proactive approach to ensure each patient receives the most appropriate care throughout every stage of recovery.

She has a particular interest in animal behaviour, which she integrates into her treatment approach to better understand each patient and tailor rehabilitation programmes and exercise plans to their individual needs.

She firmly believes that no animal is untreatable, and is committed to exploring every appropriate avenue to support recovery, comfort, and improved quality of life.

Tasha is Kirsten’s right hand, and is ready and available for home visits in the northern and southern suburbs of Cape Town.

📍Bookings are open — get in touch to secure a session.

24/03/2026

Running out of storage… but somehow still taking more videos 🤍

When your camera roll is filled with movement, progress, and all the small moments that matter — it’s hard not to.

Every session tells a story, and every animal reminds us why we do what we do.