Yes, Dr Melt van Niekerk is a shoulder specialist and can assist with a rotator cuff repair. Please set up an appointment at one of our two conveniently located rooms.

Yes, an orthopaedic doctor, often called an orthopaedic surgeon, are doctors that help with your musculoskeletal issues, this includes the hands. Dr Melt van Niekerk is an orthopaedic surgeon and hand specialist.   

Hand surgeons treat a wide range of conditions affecting your bones, muscles, joints, nerves and ligaments and tendons. It is recommended to visit Dr Melt van Niekerk if you have an injury, pain or chronic condition.

It is recommended you make an appointment if you are experiencing pain or swelling in the bone, joint or muscle that is persistent or recurring. It is best to visit the doctor if conditions are remaining under home treatment. Your injury, pain or chronic condition should not be preventing you from performing your daily activities. 

Since no two injuries, traumas or conditions are the same, the circumstances that may influence a treatment decision may vary widely. The best option is to speak to DR Melt van Niekerk to discuss your treatment options and what impact delaying your treatment will have.

Recovery times depend on a few variables including the condition of your median nerve before surgery. Following post-surgical care guidelines can affect recovery time. It is likely that surgery will improve your previous symptoms, but your recovery will be gradual. Your recovery will be discussed with you at your appointment with Dr Melt van Niekerk

Treatment options should always be discussed with the doctor. A treatment plan is a shared decision-making process to ensure you have the best outcome. Dr Melt van Niekerk values having conversations about alternative treatments and informing his patients of their options. 

Dr M van Niekerk has 2 convenient rooms located in Pretoria. Book your appointment at either Kloof Mediclinic or Life Groenkloof, in Pretoria East.