Orthopaedic
Back Pain Explained: Causes, MRI Scan Guidelines and Evidence-Based Management
Back pain is common. About 80 per cent of adults experience back pain at some point in their lifetime. It is often a concern to many patients. This overview explores the role of MRI scans and some strategies for the management of non-specific back pain.
Common Yoga Injuries and How to Avoid Them
Overstretching of the joints, muscle and tendon strains are common yoga-related injuries, according to our Orthopaedic specialists. As with any physical activity, the safest approach to yoga is to learn how to practise the asanas properly and to stay in tune with your body to avoid overdoing it.
5 tips to find your perfect running shoes
Having a good pair of running shoes can make or break your stride. Before you hit the tracks,here is a guide to help you achieve a Cinderella fit from your new kicks.
What NOT to Wear When Exercising
Forget fashion – what you wear to the gym (or when exercising outdoors) could be messing with your workout. When it comes to working out,…
Understanding Shoulder Pain
The shoulder joint is the most mobile joint in the body. With all these motion, it is little wonder that the shoulder is a common…
Sports Injuries
Question: My brother likes to play sports a lot, but he had just recovered from a sports injury. Though exercise is a good thing, I…
Shoulder and Knee Injuries – Casing the Joint
Sports are becoming increasing popular with Singaporeans in recent years. The proportion of people getting sports injuries are also increasing as weekend warriors and over…
Long hours in front of the computer
Question: As a result of the downturn, I find myself working longer hours as I have to take over my retrenched colleague’s workload. I read…
Six common sports injuries you should know about
Keeping active through sports is beneficial to your physical and mental health. However, without proper warm ups or handling of sports equipment, physical injuries are…