What Is a Tennis Elbow Brace and How Does It Help?
Tennis elbow, medically known as lateral epicondylitis, is a common condition caused by overuse of the tendons that attach to the outside of the elbow. Despite its name, tennis elbow does not only affect tennis players. It frequently occurs in individuals who perform repetitive gripping, lifting, twisting or wrist movements, such as office workers, manual labourers, mechanics, carpenters, plumbers, gardeners and even those …
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Herniated Nucleus Pulposus (HNP) – Symptoms, Causes and Prevention
Herniated Nucleus Pulposus (HNP), commonly known as a slipped or herniated disc, is a condition in which the soft, gel-like center (nucleus pulposus) of an intervertebral disc pushes through a tear or weakness in the tough outer layer (annulus fibrosus). This herniation can place pressure on nearby spinal nerves, leading to symptoms such as back or neck pain, numbness, tingling, …
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5 Essential Exercises for Back Pain Relief (Especially if You Are in Singapore)
Back pain is often described as the universal human experience. In a fast paced city like Singapore, it is nearly impossible to find an office worker or athlete who hasn’t felt that familiar, dull ache or sharp electric shock in their lower back. Whether it is a result of spending ten hours a day hunched over a laptop in the …
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Common Causes of Back Pain in Singapore and When to See a Chiropractor
Back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints in Singapore, affecting students, working adults and the elderly alike. With long hours spent sitting in classrooms, offices and in front of digital devices, combined with increasingly sedentary lifestyles, it is not surprising that many individuals experience recurring discomfort in the back. While back pain may feel similar across different …
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Why Paracetamol Is Not The Answer For Your Back Pain
Back pain is a nearly universal experience, affecting almost everyone at some point in their lives due to a wide variety of causes. For the active individual, it might stem from sudden sports injuries or the repetitive strain of high-impact training. For the office warrior, it often arises from poor posture, prolonged sitting or the accidental strain of lifting heavy …
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Understanding Sciatica: Vitamins for Sciatica Pain and Recovery
Sciatica is not a disease in itself but a symptom of an underlying issue affecting the sciatic nerve, which is the longest and thickest nerve in your body. It typically manifests as a sharp, shooting pain, tingling or numbness that travels from the lower back, through the hips and down the back of each leg. The most common cause is …
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When to See a Doctor for Muscle Knots and What Your Pain Really Means
Muscle knots, often referred to in medical terms as myofascial trigger points, are a common source of discomfort that many people experience. They feel like small, hard lumps or tight bands under the skin and are often tender to the touch. Some muscle knots even cause referred pain, meaning the discomfort is felt in areas away from the knot itself. …
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Epidural Injections: Uses, Risks and Who Should Get Them
An epidural injection is a medical procedure where medication, usually a local anaesthetic and or steroid, is injected into the epidural space around the spinal cord. Many people associate epidurals with childbirth, and yes, they are commonly used to provide pain relief during labour. However, epidural injections are also widely used in pain management, especially for conditions affecting the spine …
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Five Exercises You Can Do Even When You Have Sciatica Pain
Sciatica is a type of pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve, which runs from your lower back, through your hips and buttocks, and down each leg. People with sciatica often feel shooting, burning or tingling pain, sometimes accompanied by numbness or weakness in the leg. The pain usually affects only one side of the body. Some of the common …
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Relieve Neck Tension and Tension Headache in Minutes: A Step-by-Step Guide to Self-Massage
For most adults, neck and head pain is usually caused by everyday factors, such as poor posture, long hours at a desk or on the phone, stress or even sleeping with an unsupportive pillow. Muscle tension and eye strain can also trigger headaches that feel like pressure around the head or neck. In some cases, the pain may be linked …
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