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"Dear Sir / Madam,My neck has been aching on and off when I am working at my desk. Recently, I started to experience heavy headedness and I tend to lose concentration due to that. I have gone through an X-ray and I was told that I have cervical Spondylosis with a bone spur pressing onto ...Neckache from Deskbound work. Can Physiotherapy help? is a post from: …
"Dear Sir / Madam,I am an office worker. Was diagnosed with spondylosis @ left side of neck about 1 year ago. The neck pain at the left side has always been there. My neck is also always aching every now and then. Of late, I started to have a heavy head sensation at different intervals ...How can Physiotherapy help in Neck Spondylosis? is a post from: Musculoskeletal …
When people discuss about office ergonomics, the main things that come to mind are chairs and desks. But office ergonomics is much more than that. It is about the interaction of your work environment with your human body. Chairs and desk are only part of it. One component of office ergonomics that is overlooked but ...Work Surface Layout for Better Ergonomics and Productivity …
Continues from Office Ergonomics or The Lack of It : Part IAfter working on the laptop for an hour, I get headaches and neck pains. However, if I use the desk top, I seem to be able to work longer without discomfort. The use of laptops for work is widespread. However, the screens on laptops are ...Office Ergonomics or The Lack of It : Part II is a post from: …
Achilles tendinopathy is particularly prevalent especially runner but it is not uncommon to find them amongst people who don't participate in sports. Amongst people who play sports, about 11% suffer from this overuse injury. If you suffer from mid-portion achilles tendinopathy, then eccentric exercises are for you. If you are runner, the achilles tendon plays …
A large number of people who seek medical help for their musculoskeletal problems usually present with neck, shoulder and back pains. These clients are often deskbound at work and with the increase use of computers, it is no wonder the incidence of spinal pains is on the rise. The repetitive stress associated with our work environment ...Office Ergonomics or The Lack of It : …
Desperate to get comfortable with your work station to promote a more ideal sitting posture so to prevent you from getting aches all over your body? Source: Health Promotion Board (singapore)click for larger view Attached is a link to our Ergonomic checklist that you can print out for your own use.Ergonomic checklist pdf PS: REMEMBER to …
Have you heard of the terms "tendons" and "tendonitis" from the doctor or physiotherapist and wondering what they are? This video gives good explanation on what are tendons and what happen in tendonitis (inflammation of the tendon).What are Tendons and what is Tendonitis? (video) is a post from: Musculoskeletal Consumer ReviewWhat are Tendons and what is …
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) refers to the jaw joint. When dysfunction occurs in the jaw joint, it may cause symptoms that people could not associate to the jaw. This is because the pain caused by the TMJ dysfunction may refer pain to the other structures surrounding or away from the TMJ. However, early diagnosis with ...TMJ dysfunction- The possible origin of severe …
After knowing what are the causes of Jaw pain and how Physiotherapy can help, here is a short video that demonstrates the interaction between the lower jaw and the skull in the TMJ (Temporomandibular joint). TMJ anatomy video is a post from: Musculoskeletal Consumer ReviewTMJ anatomy video is a post from: Musculoskeletal Consumer Review
In the previous article on the "Dead Arm", we have discussed the possible causes of a tight posterior capsule contributing to this condition. So, in this issue, we will demonstrate several exercises to stretch out the tight posterior capsule. photo(4)click for larger view Lie on your side,Place your shoulder and elbow at 90 degree as shown … 
Although physiotherapists are getting more referrals from dentists, many people are not aware that physiotherapy is capable of treating a wide range of symptoms caused by a dysfunction of the Temporoandibular Joint (TMJ). Common symptoms are local jaw pain, clicking jaw, and muscle tension around the jaw. Source: Physical Therapy-Sports Performance … 
What is the “Dead Arm”?“Dead Arm” is a common term used in the athletes in sports requiring precision throwing like baseball. The term “Dead Arm” is def …
Last year, we wrote about some Simple Exercises For Plantar Fasciitis Sufferers which included some stretched. Recently the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons announced the results of a new study from the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, that patients with acute plantar fasciitis who perform manual plantar fasciitis stretching exercises, as opposed to shockwave …
Source: Qigong weeklyIn the last article, we discussed instability of the humeral head position as a result of poor control or strength the lower rotator cuff muscles. In this article, we will look at another area of instability which is just as important, if not more in painful shoulders. Scapular instability or poor scapular control ...Scapular (Shoulder blade)Stability is …
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Have you ever wondered why your shoulder or back is painful after carrying a bag? Or do you ever wonder if your children are getting the most suitable bags for their posture and growing body? Let’s now look at how each type of bag should be carried, and what the common problems may be when ...Sling bag vs. back pack vs. luggage bag, which one should I pick? is a post … 
Figuring out what is the right amount of weight you can carry safely to prevent injuries from happening? This article will answer your burning question and keep you on the right track.How much weight can I lift in the gym to prevent injuries? LIVINLAVIDALOWCARBcl ick for larger view A safe intensity for resistance training can be determined using …
Have you ever wonder how much pressure your lumbar discs have to sustain in different types of body positions and why certain positions are more prone to back pain than others? Click on the following link to find out more.Which position would your lumbar discs be happy in? (Lumbar disc pressure video) is a post ...Which position would your lumbar discs be happy in? (Lumbar …
Do you suffer from tight ITB and struggling to release that tight band? This following foam roller exercise may be the solution to specifically target on the tight band. Have a rolling good time! ITB release with Foam roller video is a post from: Musculoskeletal Consumer Review by Core ConceptsITB release with Foam roller video is a post from: Musculoskeletal Consumer Review …
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