In the digital age, where quick fixes and instant solutions are often sought after, the resilience and regenerative capacity of the human body still amaze us, particularly when it comes to our spinal discs.
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Frozen shoulder, a condition that transforms a simple reach for a coffee cup into a painful challenge, affects millions worldwide. This ailment, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is not just about a stiff shoulder; it's a journey through pain, limited movement,
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As runners traverse through the bustling city streets or the serene pathways of the Botanic Gardens, their bodies engage in a symphony of movements, with the calf muscles playing a leading role. This article delves into the often underappreciated yet vital role of the calf muscles in running,
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Let's face it, ankle sprains are almost a rite of passage. We've all twisted our ankle at some point, shrugged it off, and carried on. But sometimes, what seems like a simple sprain can be a gateway to a more complex, less visible injury. It's crucial to understand that an ankle sprain isn't always just an ankle sprain.
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When a new lump or bump emerges on our hands or wrists, it's natural to wonder about its origins. Is it a sign of a serious condition, or simply a harmless quirk of our body’s complex structure?
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Have you ever caught yourself slouching and immediately thought, "This might hurt later"? We often make an almost instinctual connection between posture and potential pain.
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In the heart of Southeast Asia, Singapore stands as a beacon of modernity and innovation. This city-state is renowned for its world-class healthcare system, which includes a rapidly evolving field: physiotherapy.
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It's no secret that the human body is an incredible machine, a symphony of systems working in harmony to navigate the world.
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Have you ever taken a moment to look at your hands? I mean, really look at them? You might be surprised to know that your hands, specifically your fingers, can tell a fascinating story about your health.
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By delving into various pain management techniques and approaches, we aim to empower you with knowledge and resources that can help you alleviate pain and ultimately enhance your overall quality of life.
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Spinal pain, more than any other pain we see in clinic seems to induce the most fear and the most intense emotions in general. Perhaps this has something to do with the spine being our centre, an unavoidable part of our daily movements. Perhaps it is also due the horrific, well publicised consequences of severe injury such as paralysis.
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This article provides a guide to that effect. Dig in as we discuss some things to expect from a shockwave therapy session, among other related concepts!
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ESWT is a procedure that delivers pressure pulses in shockwaves to tissues for therapeutic benefits. Physiotherapy, orthopedics, and sports medicine, are all fields that employ shockwave therapy as a form of non-invasive treatment for various disorders.
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Functional medicine is a branch of medical care that addresses and manages illnesses/diseases with a patient-centered approach to optimizing health rather than specifically treating disease.
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The human lymphatic drainage system is one of the most intriguing purification systems in existence. In addition to being a complement to the circulatory system, this system serves as a defender for the human body by eliminating invaders and cellular waste
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The term “dry needling” has become ever more popular in the past few years in the world of sports medicine, pain management and physical therapies in general. As clinicians we often find ourselves answering very similar questions regarding its use, how it works and its’ origins. With that in mind we have set about trying to answer the big ones in this article!
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Squatting is a popular exercise that works the legs, lower back, and core muscles. It can assist people in strengthening their muscles and burning fat. The problem comes in when people suggest that everyone can do it in the same way.
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One of the major concerns I hear from my patients is that they are worried that certain movements or exercises will “wear their back out”. They may have been told by well-meaning healthcare professionals that they should avoid certain types of activities that place “increased load” on the spine.
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So, you’ve been increasing your training loads, just returned to an old favorite sport after a break or increased your activity levels and you have developed a pain where the muscle connects to the bone that is not going away? You may be developing “tendinopathy.”
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