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Knee Pain after HIIT? Here’s Why
Knee Pain after HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) is not that uncommon. This could be due to various reasons. Individuals often experience knee pain after repetitive loading on the muscles and...
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Whiplash Injury – Symptoms and Treatment
Whiplash is a type of neck pain that results from an injury that occurs following a sudden acceleration-deceleration force or movement of the head backwards, forwards, or sideways. The movement is...
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Lumbar Stenosis
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...
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Spondylolysis: Symptoms and Causes
Spondylolysis is an overuse injury in which there is a repeated stress to an area of the vertebral column called the pars. This causes a stress fracture. Spondylolysis And The Spinal Column Vertebrae...
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Measuring the Cobb Angle
One of the most common angles used in the measure of scoliosis progression is the Cobb angle (CA). It measures the frontal deformation looking from the back to the front (or technically, it measures...
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Lower Back Pain and Neck Pain
Lower Back Pain, a very common condition. Studies show that about 1 in every 5 Singaporeans1 suffers from back and neck pain, and you have some 80% chance of suffering from back and neck issues...
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Cervical Spondylosis
Cervical spondylosis very common and worsens with age. More than 85 percent of people older than age 60 are affected. Cervical Spondylosis is the spondylosis that occurs in the upper cervical region of...
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Low Back Pain – Mechanical and Degenerative Causes
Low Back Pain (LBP) or sometimes referred to as lumbago, is one of the most common musculoskeletal ailment facing us today. A survey conducted by the Back Society of Singapore found that over the...
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Spondylolisis and Spondylolisthesis
Is spondylolysis the same as spondylolisthesis? Spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis are related but not the same. Spondylolysis (or occasionally spelt as Spondylolysis) is a defect of the spinal...
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Diastasis Recti and Why Men Should Listen Up
Diastasis recti is the abnormal widening of the linea alba between the two sides of the rectus abdominis. It is most commonly seen in postpartum women and hence can often be overlooked and...
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Vestibular Physiotherapy
Vestibular Physiotherapy is a specialized form of exercise-based physiotherapy, that prescribes to treat and manage symptoms caused by vestibular disorders. Vestibular disorders are related to your...
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BPPV: Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
BPPV stands for Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo and it is the most common form of vertigo. It is an inner ear dysfunction that causes short-lasting (few seconds to few minutes) Vertigo or Room...
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Avoid Back Pain on a Flight with these 3 Tips!
Long hours on a flight can trigger back pain problems and make your holiday an unenjoyable one. Avoid back pain on a flight by moving, stretching and supporting your back 3 tips to help you reduce the...
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Unilateral Vestibular Hypofunction
Unilateral Vestibular Hypofunction is a vestibular condition where there is damage to the inner ear or the nerve causing a partial or complete loss of function of the vestibular system. This can happen...
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2 Ergonomic Changes You Can Make to Prevent Aches
With more of us spending hours at the desk on our laptops for work or school, it is natural that there are more complaints of back and neck aches. Spending time at the desk on our laptops is...
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4 Tips to Adjusting Ergonomic Chairs to Reap The Benefits
Ergonomic chairs have been heavily marketed as the perfect companion for long hours at the desk. These chairs have been advertised to provide the best support that can alleviate the common ailments of...
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5 Common Symptoms of Deskbound Aches
The top 5 common symptoms of deskbound aches include aches at the back of your neck, pain at the base of your thumb, headaches, tension in your lower back and numbness in your fingers. Fixing these...
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Musculoskeletal Conditions Among Youths: Top 2 Conditions Experienced by Youths
Did you know that musculoskeletal aches are not exclusive to adults? Youths can experience musculoskeletal conditions as well. In this article, we cover the top 2 musculoskeletal conditions among...
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3 Common Tennis Injuries And How to Minimise Them
With the US Open Tennis Championships just around the corner, we thought it would be fitting for us to talk about 3 common tennis injuries. A sport that is beloved and played by many in Singapore, be...
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What you should know about Osteoarthritis (OA)
In celebration of World Physical Therapy Day 2022, the occasion shines a light on Osteoarthritis and the role that physiotherapists play in the prevention and management of the condition....
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The Core Concepts Physiotherapy Difference
September is World Physiotherapy Day, Core Concepts Physiotherapy; celebrate the impact of physiotherapy and the contributions of physiotherapists to society. Even though physiotherapists perform the...
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3 Common Rollerblading Injuries
Outdoor activities have gained traction over the past year as more people have picked up new outdoor activities due to Covid19. One activity that has really gained traction was inline skating – more...
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Shoulder Impingement
There are many conditions that can result in shoulder pain. Some include the more traumatic ones like fractures, subluxations, tears in the rotator cuff muscles or the labrum (a structure that forms...
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Spinal Health during Pregnancy: 4 Tips to Avoid Low Back Pain
Occurring on 16th Oct every year, World Spine Day highlights the diversity of spinal pain and conditions. With over 80% of Singapore’s adult population experiencing back pain, more can be done to...
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Soccer Injuries – The Top 3 Types of Soccer Injuries In Singapore
With the FIFA World Cup 2022 in full swing, the world’s attention on soccer currently. However, with all sports, increased articles and reports of soccer players getting injured and unable to take...
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How Does A Non-Golfer Get Golfer’s Elbow?
Golfer’s elbow refers to a painful condition of the inner side of the elbow. The cause of the pain is usually overuse of the forearm muscles attached to the elbow. These muscles work to bend the wrist...
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Knee Support
How to choose the right knee support for you? There are more than 10 different types of knee supports on the market at this current time. This gives us a headache in deciding which one should get....
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Diastasis Recti Abdominis
Understanding Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA) The Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA) is something to keep an eye on during pregnancy. It can affect a long list of secondary problems, more than just the...
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3 Common Ski and Snowboarding Injuries and How to Avoid them
Winter sports like skiing and snowboarding are enjoyed by many people worldwide, with many Singaporeans travelling overseas to enjoy winter sports. However, each year many people get injured while...
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Anatomy Of The Shoulder
The anatomy of the shoulder joint is perhaps one of the most complex in the human body. This animation demonstrates how the various bones, muscles, as well as bursas come together. What Does The...
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Unknotting Muscle Knots
We often speak about how a massage will break down the muscle knots in your body, but what exactly is a muscle knot? Difference between a healthy muscle fibre, and a muscle knot Muscle Knots Aka...
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The risk behind Scapula Winging or a Protruding Shoulder Blade
Introduction to the Scapula Bone We zero in on one of the most common presentations in a dysfunctional shoulder — scapula winging. The scapula is a bone plate not unlike the shape of a triangle that...
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Scapula Winging Or Winged Scapula
What Is Scapula Winging? The scapula is the anatomical term for the shoulder blade. Scapula winging (also scapula alata) describes the position of the shoulder blade sticking outwards as opposed to...
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Physiotherapy & Breast Cancer Rehabilitation for Shoulder Pain
Breast cancer is the most commonly occurring cancer among women in Singapore (1). In lieu of World Cancer Day, we’d like to showcase how physiotherapists have a part to play in helping a patient...
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3 Common Types of Chronic Headaches and How Physiotherapy Can Help
Headaches are a common ailment experienced by people of all ages and backgrounds. However, there are many different types of headaches. While there are various types of headaches, the 3 most commonly...
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Triathlon Injuries – 3 Common Injuries & Physiotherapy Treatment
Triathlon season is upon us again with many races in Singapore between March and April. Triathlons are an intense sport that requires exceptional endurance and adequate preparation. However, the...
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Urinary Incontinence – Why it happens and how to treat it
Urinary incontinence (UI) is having a sudden, uncontrollable urge to pass urine that cannot be deferred, regardless of how full the bladder is. Experiences of UI can range from mild inconvenience to...
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Basketball Injuries – 3 Common Injuries & How Physiotherapy Can Help
Basketball has gained popularity around the globe since its creation 100+ years ago. With a standard hoop located 3+ metres (10 feet) off the ground, the sport requires a lot of jumping from the...
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Golf with Back Pain: 3 Common Conditions & How to Prevent Back Pain
Golf is a popular sport that has been around for decades or even centuries. Though golf is widely known for its scenic courses and relatively relaxed pace, the sport requires overall strength and...
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Managing Mummy’s Wrist (De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis)
Mummy’s wrist is a common wrist pain musculoskeletal condition among new mothers, and any mother who has cared for or breastfed a baby may be familiar with it. Over 60% of postpartum women experience...
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Sports Massage Recovery: The Key to Effective Post-Marathon Rehabilitation
Sports massage has become a significantly popular method among athletes and active individuals seeking effective post-race recovery. Our team of physiotherapists specialise in sports physiotherapy and...
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Staying Active During Pregnancy: Benefits, Recommendations, and Precautions Pregnancy is a significant time for women, and it is essential to maintain a healthy lifestyle during this period. Exercise...
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Understanding Rotator Cuff Tears: Can You Have a Tear Without Symptoms?
Shoulder pain is a common issue that often worsens with age. Recently, our clinics have seen an increase in patients with subacromial shoulder pain, which affects shoulder movement and function,...
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Debunking Back Pain Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction
Back pain is a common ailment that affects millions of people worldwide. When experiencing lower back pain, many individuals turn to home remedies in search of relief. However, it’s important to...
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Wimbledon Injuries: The 3 Most Notable Tennis Injuries of Top Tennis Players
Welcome to the thrilling world of Wimbledon, where the best of the best battle it out on the hallowed grass courts. But beneath the triumphs and glories lies a hidden side rarely explored— injuries...
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How to use the massage ball to relieve back, neck and shoulder pain
Welcome to our comprehensive massage ball tutorial, where we will explore effective techniques to alleviate common aches such as shoulder pain, back pain, and neck pain. Whether you’re a professional...
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The Impact of Prolonged TV Watching on Posture and How to Prevent Common Issues
In the digital age, binge-watching TV shows has become a common pastime for many. However, excessive TV watching often leads to poor sitting postures that can result in a range of physical issues such...
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Ankle Sprain – Causes, Management and Physiotherapy Treatment
Ankle sprains are more than just a temporary inconvenience – they can significantly impact your quality of life. Whether you’re an athlete, a fitness enthusiast, or someone who simply values pain-free...
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Physiotherapy Treatment for Arthritis: Managing Symptoms and Improving...
Arthritis is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing acute or chronic inflammation in the joints. This inflammation can lead to various debilitating symptoms such as pain,...
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Slipped Disc – Physiotherapy Treatment & Common Questions
A slipped disc, also known as a herniated disc, is a common spinal condition that can cause significant discomfort and affect your quality of life. At Core Concepts Physiotherapy Singapore, we believe...
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