Frequently Asked Questions · Physiotherapy
Is there a physiotherapist in the area who speaks Dutch?
Yes. At ClÃnica Benissa, you’ll be treated by Marte Sofia Venema, a Dutch physiotherapist who trained at the Hogeschool van Amsterdam, is a registered member of the Spanish professional association and is registered with the BIG in the Netherlands. She has been working on the Costa Blanca for 23 years. We treat back and neck pain, sports injuries, rehabilitation following surgery or a fracture, osteoarthritis and stress-related symptoms. You do not need a doctor’s referral, and we see patients from Calpe, Moraira, Teulada and throughout the Marina Alta.
Mars Sofia Venema
PhysiotherapistHe graduated from the Hogeschool van Amsterdam in 1990 and specialised in physiotherapy for psychosomatic conditions: he completed a postgraduate (post-HBO) qualification at the HvA in 1995 and a Master’s degree at the University of AlmerÃa in 2021.
- BIG 59035278604
- KRF/NFP 48505
- AGB 04501125
- ICOFCV 1678
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Languages in which we can assist you
- Dutch
- English
- German
- French
- Spanish
What treatments do we offer?
Manual therapy
Massage, mobilisation techniques, myofascial release and lymphatic drainage.
Therapeutic exercise
Programmes for the back, joints and post-operative recovery, including exercises to do at home and follow-up support.
Sports physiotherapy
Functional and neuromuscular bandaging, sports massage, rehabilitation and relapse prevention.
Respiratory rehabilitation
Techniques for COPD and hyperventilation.
Relaxation and body awareness
Breathing and nervous system regulation for stress-related problems.
Balance and fall prevention
Balance training and guided exercise, also for older people.
What conditions do we treat?
- Back, neck and lower back pain
- Muscle spasms and strain
- Sprains
- Tendinitis
- Shoulder and knee injuries
- Rehabilitation following surgery or a fracture
- Injuries from cycling, running and hiking
- Osteoarthritis and chronic joint pain
- Muscle tension, bruxism and stress-related headaches
- Insomnia and anxiety
Sessions last around 45–60 minutes. The first session is slightly longer as it includes the initial assessment and the treatment plan. The number of sessions depends on each individual case: a muscle spasm may be resolved in just a few sessions, whilst rehabilitation following an operation takes longer. Following the assessment, we will provide you with an estimate.
Further information is available on our physiotherapy. Are you also looking for a Dutch GP? Find out more Dutch GP in Benissa, Moraira and Calp.
Where we are
At 19 Avenida del PaÃs Valencià , in the centre of Benissa, just a few minutes’ drive from Calpe, Moraira, Teulada, Senija and Jalón. There is a car park about 150 metres away, on Carrer Dr. Crespo.
Book a physiotherapy appointment in Dutch
You don’t need a referral. Message us on WhatsApp or give us a call and we’ll book your first session for you.