Simple Exercises For Plantar Fasciitis Sufferers

June 26, 2009

In an earlier post, we discussed on what plantar fasciitis is about, including the causes, symptoms and treatment options available. If you think you might be sufferring from plantar fasciitis, read on and find out more about the exercises that you can do to help ease the pain in your foot!

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3D Medical Animation of a Rotator Cuff Surgery

June 24, 2009

This is a good video following up our earlier article on Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair

Also here is another excellent video on Shoulder Impingment.

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Supplements or Exercise for Osteoporosis?

June 23, 2009

Hi,

If given a choice between taking calcium supplements and exercise for osteoporosis, which should I choose? And why? Thanks." – Rosnah

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We’ve Heard So Much of the ‘CORE’, What About the ‘SLINGS’?

June 22, 2009

Ever wondered how a belly-dancer is able to move and control her hips effortlessly to the rhythm? She will need to have good control of her lower spine, pelvis and its supporting muscles systems, in particular the “myofascial slings".

Written by Cheryl Ng · Filed Under Sacroiliac/ Coccyx, Spinal Conditions, Spinal Conditions | View Comments

Plantar Fasciitis – Pain In The Heel!

June 17, 2009

What is plantar fasciitis?

Plantar fasciitis is a term given for the painful and inflamed flat, fibrous band of tissue (also known as the plantar fascia or plantar aponeurosis) that connects your heel bone to your toes. The fascia acts as a shock absorber and supports the arch of the foot. With plantar fasciitis, there is an excessive strain placed on the fascia. This excessive strain causes tiny tears in the plantar fascia exceeding the body’s capacity to recover, resulting in inflammation. In turn, this causes weakness, irritation, swelling and pain along the plantar fascia, especially in weight-bearing activities.

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Ankle Replacement Surgery

June 9, 2009

An ankle replacement surgery is where the joints of the ankle are fitted with a prosthesis or an implant to replace the existing worn out joints. It is usually recommended for the elderly and relatively inactive person as one of the major complication from such a surgery is loosening of the ankle joint due to overuse. After the surgery, you will be placed on a cast to protect the joint for a period of 6-12 weeks before you can gradually put weight on it. An ankle replacement can generally last 5 – 10 years depending on the activity level of the patient.

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