Physiotherapy

Perhaps you noticed a visible gap between your children’s knees when they stand up straight with both feet together. This can be a sign of bow legs or genu varum, a medical condition common but not only limited in young children where the legs curve outward and form an “O shape”, and the knees remain apart even when the feet are close together. How are Bow Legs Diagnosed? While bow legs result

Parkinson's disease is a chronic progressive neurological disorder of the central nervous system that affects our body’s non motor and motor system. In Singapore, statistics indicate that 3 in every 1,000 individuals above 50 years old are diagnosed with Parkinson's. With the country's ageing population and increased life expectancy, this prevalence amongst the elderly is anticipated to grow by 2030. Although there's no definitive cure, physiotherapy exercises have been shown to

Do you often wake up tired, even after a full night's rest in bed? Poor sleep quality might be the culprit, and one significant contributor is how we position ourselves during sleep. If you find yourself waking up with a stiff shoulder or neck pain, you're not alone – these are common consequences of poor sleep posture. But did you know that physiotherapy can be your secret weapon against those

Through the years, the prevalence of chronic disease has skyrocketed, placing greater demands and pressure on global healthcare systems in terms of health care costs and the leading causes of death and disability. Globally, approximately one in three adults suffer from chronic conditions or is at risk of developing them. Having to live with these debilitating diseases not only affects one’s quality of life, but  it also takes a toll

Around 5% of adults in the world experience tinnitus in one or both ears. Tinnitus is the term for hearing sounds that come from inside your body, often described as "ringing in the ears". Those who have such a condition tend to hear slight buzzing noise at the back of the head, but for severe cases, which account for 1% to 3% of the world’s population, tinnitus can affect their daily quality

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that affects one in 20 people globally. Even though men may be affected by this condition, women are seven times more likely to develop fibromyalgia symptoms. Middle-aged adults between 30 to 60 years old are also more likely to be diagnosed with this problem, which can cause a myriad of symptoms like fatigue, widespread pain and cognitive disabilities. While a cure is not yet available, administering physical

Most people think that only athletes need to see a physiotherapist regularly, but the truth is, everyone can stand to benefit from a physiotherapy session or two. Physiotherapy is a form of treatment that helps restore, maintain and maximise function, movement, and overall well being. It is especially important in today’s age, where most people spend more than half of their waking hours not moving. This sedentary lifestyle, coupled with