Ankle Pumps
June 30, 2008
To improve blood circulation in the legs after a period of inactivity / sitting down.
Why does my back hurt?
June 30, 2008
Back pain is one of the common ailments suffered today. In fact, almost 20% of the entire Singapore population suffers from back and neck pain at any one point in time.
Despite it being such a common ailment, determining the exact cause of back pain is often difficult. By breaking down back pain into stages, Physiotherapy treatment and Core Stability training can help alleviate pain and work towards preventing recurring back pain over the long term. Today, conservative treatment is able to resolve some 95% of back pain cases when attended to at the right time. Only 5% of patients really need surgery.
Back Twist Exercise
June 27, 2008
To reduce stiffness in the upper and lower back after prolonged sitting in front of the computer.
Hand Pumps
June 24, 2008
To improve circulation in the hands after prolonged use of the keyboard and mouse.
Calf (Gastrocnemius & Soleus) Stretch
June 22, 2008
To ease the tightness in the leg muscles that has been immobile for hours from sitting
To stretch or not to stretch before an event?
June 21, 2008
Stretching before a sporting event is a controversial topic amongst athletes and sports science experts. Some experts advocate stretching. Others claim that it causes more harm than good. Putting aside the various types of stretches that one can do, should one stretch or warm-up before a sporting event? The short answer is always warm-up but stretch selectively depending on the sport you play and your body’s limits. Read more
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
June 21, 2008
Lumbar spine stenosis is a condition where the space in the lower spinal canal narrows. The spinal canal houses the spinal cord along the back. Narrowing of this space causes pain, numbness to weakness in the legs in more serious cases. In extreme cases, loss of bladder and bowel control. This condition typically affects adults over the age of 50. Read more
Butt Stretch
June 21, 2008
To ease the tightness in the leg muscles that has been immobile for hours from sitting
Thigh (Quadriceps) Stretch
June 20, 2008
To ease the tightness in the leg muscles that has been immobile for hours from sitting
Hamstring Stretch
June 19, 2008
To ease the tightness in the leg muscles that has been immobile for hours from sitting
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