Physiotherapy

If your first steps out of bed are often accompanied by unexpected foot discomfort, don’t sleep on this concern. A perplexing pain that presents itself primarily in the morning and after a good night’s sleep could indicate underlying conditions like ligament inflammation and issues related to improper footwear. Discover common causes of foot pain, and how physiotherapy might be the solution to your morning foot pain. Common Causes of Foot Pain Foot pain

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

Welcome to our physiotherapy blog, where we explore different approaches to injury rehabilitation and prevention. Today, we're going to delve into the topic of plyometric training – a type of exercise that emphasises explosive and powerful movements. Plyometrics has gained popularity in recent years, particularly among athletes looking to improve their performance and recover from sports injuries. However, it can also be a valuable tool for anyone seeking to build

Since the easing of Covid-19 pandemic restrictions, Singaporeans have shown a growing interest in sports. Following this trend, sports-related musculoskeletal conditions and injuries are likely to increase in prevalence. This in turn shines the spotlight on the importance of sports physiotherapists. Professionally trained to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of sports injuries, a physiotherapist plays a vital role in helping professional athletes and casual sports enthusiasts alike recover

If you are an athlete, the chances of you sustaining a sports injury at some point in your career are significantly higher. In fact, in 2021, 3.2 million people were treated in emergency departments for injuries involving sports and recreational equipment. While some athletes are able to immediately bounce back from their injuries and return to their previous level of performance with minimal care, others require more rehabilitation and may even be

Cardiopulmonary surgery is a type of surgery performed on patients with cardiopulmonary diseases. Cardiopulmonary to put it simply stands for heart and lungs. Some common cardiopulmonary issues that require surgery include coronary artery disease and heart valve disease which affect the heart, as well as lung cancer and emphysema which affect the lungs. Prehabilitation as well as post operative care are strongly recommended. Some of the common procedures include coronary artery bypass graft or congenital

Preoperative conditioning or Prehabilitation, is a program that helps to prepare patients for surgery. The intervention of prehabilitation may include physical exercises, advice on your diet as well as mental well being and it certainly plays an important role in predicting or determining the postoperative outcome. Pre-operative fitness is an established predictor of postoperative morbidity and mortality. Exercise prehabilitation is challenging to implement however due to the short duration for

Why may I benefit from Total Hip Replacement? The hip joint is often described as a ball-and-socket joint. This is because the femoral head of the hip joint is shaped like a ball, whereas the acetabulum acts as a socket. Joint issues develop when the head of the thigh bone (femur) and its socket lose their protective cartilage due to degenerative changes (osteoarthritis), injury or other types of inflammatory arthritis such

Cardiopulmonary physiotherapy is a sub-specialty that specialises in treating patients who suffer from cardiopulmonary disorders, such as conditions pertaining to their circulatory (e.g. heart) and respiratory systems. Additionally, cardiopulmonary physiotherapy can also effectively manage the potential worsening of any medical condition that may cause the accumulation of secretion in the lungs, breathlessness, persistent coughing, and damage to the functions of the heart and lungs. Conditions such as fall into this category include: