Direct at Hoedspruit Performance Gym
Additional Recommended Health Screenings
These are offered through external health professionals, though you are welcome to use your own.
Hoedspruit Performance Gym recommends that the following medical screenings to be conducted prior to the first training session.
Although not a strict requirement to obtain membership status at Hoedspruit Performance Gym, We nevertheless recommend/urge our prospective members to strongly consider the below medical screenings and/or evaluations.
InBody Scan
InBody Scan is a non-invasive way to measure body composition
This can be done right at Hoedspruit Performance Gym. We strongly recommend to do the InBody Scan before you consult with your GP and/or Dietician.
Full Medical Consultation
Hoedspruit Performance Gym recommends the following local health care professionals:
- Dr M Kirstein +27 71 746 1059
- Dr M Gough +27 15 793 0606
- Or consult with your own preferred Doctor or General Practitioner (GP)
Recommended Test Suite
Medical History
- Family history
- Personal history
- Lifestyle factors
Physical Examination
- Blood pressure
- Heart rate and rhythm
- Musculoskeletal health
Cardiovascular Test
- Resting ECG
- Stress test/ Exercise ECG (if deemed necessary)
Cardiac Risk
- Coronary artery calcium scan (if deemed necessary)
- Framingham risk score (if deemed necessary)
Blood Tests
Hoedspruit Performance Gym recommends the following local health care professionals:
- Dr M Kirstein +27 71 746 1059
- Dr M Gough +27 15 793 0606
- Or consult with your own preferred Doctor or General Practitioner (GP)
Recommended Test Suite
Haematology Panel
- FBC + DIFF + Platelets
Renal Function
- UE + Creatinine
Lipid Panel
- Total cholesterol + HDL + LDL
Liver Function
- Full LFT, ALT, AST
Thyroid Function
- TSH + FT4 + FT3
Hormone Panel
- Testosterone + Oestradiol + Progesterone + Prolactin + FSH + Cortisol
Vitamins and Iron Panel
- Vit D, Vit B12, Folate, Vit A, Vit E, Vit K
- Iron total, Ferritin, Transferrin saturation
- Magnesium, Calcium, Zinc, Selenium
Dietician Consultation
Hoedspruit Performance Gym recommends the following local dietary professional:
- Roslyn Labuschagne +27 83 408 8904
- Or consult with your own preferred dietician.
Clinical psychologist
Mental health assessments offer insight into your cognitive and emotional well-being, helping psychologists track behavior, thoughts, and emotions to detect early concerns.
Through tests and interviews, they can reveal conditions like ADHD, anxiety, and depression, empowering you to take steps to manage and improve your mental health.
Book an assessment to gain valuable insights into your mental health.
Nirveda Moodley (Clinical psychologist)
+27 084 240 4445 | +27 082 812 9304
https://psychemotionalhealth.co.za | https://www.neurowellnesslab.co.za
Physiotherapist
Do you have any injuries or movement limitations? Please contact Karine for a full assessment.
Her feedback will guide me in developing your training protocol to ensure both your safety and progress.
Karine Bezuidenhout (Physiotherapist)
+27 82 960 6394
