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Wedding/function venue hire @ Wadrift ph: 044 5359425

Housesitter – Contact Corinne @ 076 284 3154 – References Available

SAVANNALANDS KENNELS & CATTERY – superior accommodation, individual attention & playtime, premium care. Heather 083 301 7044.

TRIMSHAPE Garden Route SA Loose 10kg in 40 days following our HCG injection diet protocol, Safe, fast and effective!!! LOOSE WHILE U WIN Marlise 0828666048 marlise@trimshape.co.za

FAMSA – BENEFITS OF COUNSELLING
Improved communication, Enhanced relationships, A happier family life, Peace of mind, Improved self-esteem, Personal growth and Improved job performance. FAMSA offers a safe place where you can be heard and not judged. Please call 044 533 0515.

 

Properties for Sale

 

Best buy in Plett – Fully furnished, fully equipped, spacious 2 bedroom sea view apartment at Thulana Hill. Only R1,150mil. Call Desre 079 497 0008. Sotheby’s International Realty

Bargain buy – Fully furnished, fully equipped, spacious 3 bedroom apartment at Thulana Hill. Only R1,3mil. Call Desre 079 497 0008. Sotheby’s International Realty

Beautiful views – Unobstructed sea views from this spacious 3 bedroom apartment at Thulana Hill. Only R1,550mil. Call Desre 079 497 0008. Sotheby’s International Realty

Thulana Hill – Spacious apartments with open plan layouts, patios, excellent finishes, beautiful gardens, large communal pool with sea views, access controlled estate. Call Desre 079 497 0008. Sotheby’s International Realty

HOLIDAY STYLE AND BLISS R4.9mil. Near Beachy Head. 150 m Direct access to the beach. Spacious fresh and simply gorgeous! Alet Ollemans 0836575678 SEEFF

RIVERFRONT PROPERTY R5.75mil. On the banks of the Keurbooms River. Very well built open plan home with great entertainment area. Alet Ollemans 0836575678 SEEFF

PLOT IN RESIDENTIAL AREA. R2.2mil, Established quiet residential area, central to all amenities, great place to build. Alet Ollemans 0836575678 SEEFF

Plettenberg Bay – Newly built townhouses.
Available 1 April.Wake up every morning in a safe, peaceful and beautiful environment. Luxurious, spacious, semi furnished (lots of rare wood) and modern 2 bedroom units. Complete with undercover parking, patio, and private garden on an exquisite country estate with amazing views (rivers and mountains) as well as access to wonderful gardens (Cycads, succulents and Aloe conservatory). Situated within 3km from the CBD, Plett Primary, the Pick n Pay centre etc, and without having to travel on dirt/gravel roads. Regret no pets as it is a bird and plant sanctuary.From R4,500 p.m. including: W + L , refuse removal, garden services and one bundle of washing per week. Excluding gas consumption. Contact Heidi on 076 1077 808

COMFORTABLE RETIREMENT LIVING in centrally situated safe and secure complex with nursing aid. Spacious 3 bed, 2 bath, single garage. Call owner 081 039 4715.

 

Vacancies

 

Position available for reception & bookings in a busy salon and spa. Experience in bookings is essential & preferably industry experience. If you think you have got what it takes, please fax your CV to 0866 874 202 to arrange an interview.

Personal Assistant required. Must have a min Matric qualification, fluent in English and Afrikaans, good social and communication skills as well as strong administative qualities. Please send a short CV to maripret88@gmail.com.If no reply is received withing 5 days, please consider application unsuccessful.

U3A Programme

Friday 9 August
French Conversation
10H00 at venue to be advised by Marsja Hall-Green 044 533-4578

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Monday 12 August
Events that changed History: The World was never the same
One night in Petrograd (1917)
The say the stock market crashed (1929)
10H00 at Formosa Garden Village Lounge
Co-ordinator: Alain Leger 044 533-2963

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Tuesday 13 August
Italian Conversation
09H45 at 12 Challenge Drive
Co-ordinator: Brenda Hardy 044 533-5489

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Tuesday 13 August
U3A Plett Book Club
14H30 at 11 Oriental Place. Booking essential
Co-ordinator: Elsa Baartman 044 533-5848

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Wednesday 14 August
Letters to Theo van Gogh from his brother, Vincent
Paintings by Vincent van Gogh are illuminated by his discussion of them in his letters to his brother
10H00 at Formosa Garden Village Lounge
Co-ordinator: Marina Niven 044 533-2699

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Wednesday 14 August
U3A Plett Social Bridge Club
General lessons for improving players, help and supervised Bridge in a friendly atmosphere
13H45 at the Angling Club
Contact Pam Rodwell 082 822-8422

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Thursday 15 August
Plett Panters ( Phone to book with Robyn )
de Vasselot campsite to Kalanderkloof and return
5km : Strenuous : Petrol contribution R33
09H00 Meet at the Shell Ultra
Co-ordinator: Robyn Eidelman 044 533-0438

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Friday 16 August
French Conversation
10H00 at venue to be advised by Marsja Hall-Green 044 533-4578

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Ligaments and Tendons: What’s the Diff?

People often talk about tendons and ligaments as if they are the same thing, but these two types of soft tissue actually perform different functions for the body.
A tendon connects muscle to bone. These tough, yet flexible, bands of fibrous tissue attach to the skeletal muscles that move your bones. Tendons essentially enable one to move since they act as intermediaries between the muscles creating the motion of the bones.Untitled-1
I’d say the most famous tendon is the Achilles tendon which connects the muscles of your calf to your heel. Also, if you watch the tops of your hands while you type, you can see your tendons at work. Pretty cool, huh?
So what’s a ligament? If you want to know then read more
Ligaments are similar to tendons, but they connect bone to bone and help to stabilize joints. They are composed mostly of long, stringy collagen fibers creating short bands of tough fibrous connective tissue.
Ligaments are slightly elastic, so they can be stretched to gradually lengthen increasing flexibility. Athletes and dancers stretch their ligaments to make their joints more supple, and to prevent injury.
Here’s a cool fact: The term double-jointed refers to people who have more elastic ligaments.
You might have heard of some of the ligaments found in the knee since they often tear, especially the ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) when skiing. In fact four ligaments connect the tibia (shin bone) to the femur (thigh bone) to provide structure for the knee.
Ligaments v Tendon Injuries
How do you know if you have damaged your ligament or your tendon?
Well to be honest the reason there is such a confusing overlap of what is what and where, is because the two are very alike. The simplest way to put it is that tendons attach muscle to bone and ligaments attach bone to bone. Sounds simple enough right? Well, the problem most people have is distinguishing between a ligament injury and a tendon injury due to their symptoms being very alike. So in order to understand them a little better know how to treat the things, we need to delve a little deeper…
Another reason these two get so mixed up is that both tendons and ligaments are made up of this connective tissue stuff called collagen fibres. However how this collagen is formed together is very different in each. In a tendon the fibres are parallel, allowing for more elasticity which if you think about the way muscles work and the amount of movement involved, this makes them more suited to connecting the muscle to the bone. The fibres in ligaments however criss-cross to keep the ligament stable and ultimately to support, stabilise and strengthen the bone joints.
Ligament Injuries Although ligaments are strong and rigid by nature, strains and sudden forces can cause them to rupture and tear which is a common sports injury. Damage is caused when the fibres become torn and the severity depends on the extent to which they have torn and the pain experienced as a result. Because of the lack of blood supply to the tissue, sometimes tears become permanent which can end in their removal. Also, if a ligament is stretched past a certain point, it can result in the ligament never returning to its original state.
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tears are the most common sport-related injury to the ligament. The ACL is found in the knee and is crucial for stability and therefore if torn, surgery may be required to correct the injury. The symptoms of an ACL injury are the feeling of your leg ‘giving-way’ followed by pain and swelling in the knee. Like with any potential ligament injury, If you feel you may have torn or damaged your ACL, it is crucial that you visit your doctor to confirm the injury and to rule out any other problems. Sometimes tears to the ACL do not always require surgical treatment however an untreated injury may result in further damage. These injuries are common in athletes, especially in sports such as football, rugby, hockey and basketball due to the high level of strain put on the knee through pivoting and lateral or twisting movements in the legs . These injuries can be prevented or treated with knee braces and supports.
Tendon Injuries Like with ligaments, tendons if over strained can become damaged and even snap. A partially torn tendon can cause swelling and discomfort but can be healed over time whereas a clean break in a tendon can cause a complete loss of movement and may result in permanent damage. The best treatment for an injured tendon would be to initially use an ice pack to reduce the swelling whilst keeping the injured area elevated. More serious damage or tears may require a splint in order to aid the healing process and as always that trusty taping and strapping can help with stabilising the area. In order to prevent damage to tendons, supports and braces can be used in order to give support to a vulnerable area as well as offering relief from an ongoing injury.
One of the most common tendon injuries in athletes is damage to the Achilles Tendon which connects the heel to the muscle in your lower leg and is caused by over strain or improper footwear. In order to prevent injury to this area, is to ensure that you warm up sufficiently before any vigorous sporting activity and also wearing supports which are specifically designed for that area.
Tendonitis is also a common injury in which involves the inflammation and swelling of a tendon resulting in pain and stiffness. This type of injury again can be caused through over straining of the tendon through sport and physical activity. Although an MRI or X-ray can confirm swelling of the tendon, a doctor can usually diagnose tendonitis without. Again, at the first signs of an inflamed tendon, an ice pack should be used to reduce the swelling and all physical activity should be stopped. Taking anti inflammatories can also help take any swelling down as well as offer some pain relief.
Researched By : Kátia C. Rowlands – Pilates Instructor & Personal Trainer – 082 513 4256

Dog Obedience Training – Is It What Your Dog Needs?

Christopher Mollo

 

Are you getting disheartened because your dog jumps up on people when you are visiting your friends? Can’t understand why your dog runs away from you at the park while everyone else’s obediently comes back? The hard truth is that your dog may require obedience training. Obedience training is a simple, effective and enjoyable activity to undertake if you have the right demeanor and a lot of patience.

The basics of dog obedience training are teaching your dog to sit, stay, come, heel, and roll over. These basic training commands will be extremely beneficial to you later on in your dog’s life. When you go out with your dog you don’t want him to be running wild in the street, you want to show him off for the great dog that he is! Dog obedience training can be achieved in a matter of weeks with the right attention, dedication and patience.

There are many different obedience classes available. So, if you can’t instruct your dog by yourself there are plenty of professionals willing to help. If you go with professional training will you be training your dog as well as socializing him with other dogs. Dogs are kind of like children to an extent, except with a lot of fur! In other words, they need to be taught the difference between right and wrong.

I always find that treats are a great method of dog obedience training. You simply award them with a special treat when they have done something you have asked them to do. If they don’t respond, they don’t receive a treat. There is no point in yelling at your dog as he will only become wary of you and you don’t want that. You want to form a happy, loving relationship with him. After all, a dog is a man’s best friend!

When teaching your dog obedience try and keep him away from distractions (like toys), and take him to an empty field or park where there aren’t many people. The ideal surroundings will be only you and him. Tell him firmly but nicely that you want him to sit, then take your hand and place it on his back and gently guide his bottom down. When he is sitting down say “sit”, and tell him he’s a good boy and then present him with a treat. Repeating this over and over again will make him realize that when you say “sit”, you mean for him to sit. When he gets rewarded, soon enough he will

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know to sit when you tell him to and the treats will no longer be necessary.

Getting him to stay is a completely different matter. You’ll probably need another person to help you with that. Get him to sit (now that he has learned how), and get a friend to hold him. Walk away from him slowly while telling him to “stay”, and using your hand hold it up firmly (doing this will make him understand that when you hold your hand up in the future you want him to stay as well, not just when you instruct him to). Then, give it a few seconds and let your friend release him. When he comes to you, make him sit and tell him how awesome he is! Don’t forget to reward him! While using this technique you are also teaching your dog how to come to you as well. Don’t forget to say the word “come” to him, not just his name.

When dogs are born they are like soft putty, they need to be molded and shaped. You can teach your dog from any age, but the younger you start the easier it will be. Remember, you CAN teach an old dog new tricks, they just might be a little slower to learn!•