Back 4 Life wellness centre
About Us
Established in 2011 by Dr. Rudi van Zyl and Dr. Bonnie Magee, Back 4 Life is a holistic centre in Horsham dedicated to servicing the Wimmera and surrounding areas.
Back 4 Life Wellness Centre offers chiropractic & osteopathic care for the whole family. Our practitioners may also offer Myofascial Dry Needling, Kinesiotaping, Shockwave Therapy, and tailored exercise programs using Phyistrack.
Our Team
Born in South Africa, Dr. Rudi attained his Master’s degree in Chiropractic in 2004 while attending the University of Johannesburg. During his time at the University, he worked as an assistant lecturer, as well as an assistant clinician in the University’s chiropractic day clinic.
Dr. Rudi immigrated to Australia in 2008 with his wife, Dr. Bonnie Magee. He is a proud father of two beautiful children and enjoys spending time with his family.
Dr. Rudi is passionate about healthcare. He has a special interest in family care & sports injuries.
Dr. Bonnie grew up in Johannesburg South Africa where she graduated with her Master’s degree in Chiropractic in 2005.
In 2008, Dr. Bonnie and her husband, Dr. Rudi van Zyl, immigrated to Australia and moved to Horsham, Victoria. In 2011, they opened Back 4 Life Wellness Centre providing gentle chiropractic care for the whole family.
Dr. Bonnie is a mother of two children and has a special interest in treating sports injuries, pregnant women and children of all ages.
Outside of work she enjoys playing tennis, running, taking her dogs for walks and spending time outdoors with her family.
Born and bred in Murtoa, Dr. Jake has deep roots in the Wimmera region. After moving to Melbourne and attaining a double degree in Osteopathy from RMIT, he embraced the coastal lifestyle, gaining three years of professional experience in Ocean Grove, where he combined his love for sports and healthcare in supporting the local community.
Dr Jake is passionate about treating people from all walks of life, using a combination of hands-on techniques, dry needling and cupping paired with tailored exercise programs to deliver the best health outcomes. He has a focus on sports and running-related presentations, having completed further training in these areas.
A lifelong member of the Minyip-Murtoa Burras, Dr. Jake knows firsthand the demands of an active lifestyle. Outside of the practice, you’ll find him spending time with his partner Macey and family, playing basketball, or surfing.
Having recently moved to the Wimmera, Dr. Macey is embracing country life after graduating with a Bachelor of Health Science/Bachelor of Applied Science (Chiropractic) at RMIT in Melbourne.
Originating from Tropical North Queensland, Dr. Macey is enjoying regional life once again—soaking up the fresh air and connecting with the local community. As a passionate chiropractor, Dr. Macey embodies the healthy lifestyle she encourages in her patients, honoring mindful movement, nourishing food and time in nature.
Dr. Macey’s focus in practice is on providing attentive and personalised chiropractic care for EVERY body, enabling them to THRIVE in all areas of life. She has a keen interest in caring for families and women’s health, knowing the profound benefits of a well functioning spine and nervous system to support you through life.
