What is Morton’s Neuroma? A Morton’s Neuroma is a benign (noncancerous) swelling along a nerve in the foot that carries sensations from the toes. This neuroma usually occurs in the foot between the third and fourth toes. It is sometimes referred to as an intermetatarsal neuroma. Intermetatarsal describes its location in the ball of the […]
What is an Ankle Sprain? An ankle sprain is an injury to the tough band of tissues (ligaments) that surround and connect the bones of the leg, to the foot. The injury typically happens when you accidentally twist or turn your ankle in an awkward manner. This can stretch or tear the ligaments that hold
What are Shin Splints? Shin Splints or Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome is an inflammation of the muscles, tendons, and bone tissue around the tibia. Pain typically occurs along the inner border of the tibia, where muscles attach to the bone. Shin Splints frequently affect people who engage in moderate to heavy physical activity and are
Pulled Back Muscles A pulled back muscle may happen suddenly while lifting a squirming child or overexerting at the gym. It may also appear over time as weak muscles steadily debilitate and trigger injuries. A pulled muscle in the back refers to one of two injuries: a sprain or a strain. A sprain is when
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Back Spasms Back Spasms can happen suddenly, causing intense and even debilitating pain. Often caused by a recent physical injury, they are more likely to occur when a person is pregnant, dehydrated, or has a sedentary lifestyle that leads to weaker back muscles. What causes Back Spasms? Back Spasms happen when the muscles tense up
Back Stiffness Back stiffness is usually caused by lumbar strain (muscle or ligament strain) or lumbar arthritis. The best way to differentiate the cause of lumbar spine stiffness is the onset of the symptoms. People with stiffness caused by lumbar spine arthritis usually have steadily increased symptoms over the years of a worsening problem. On
Pinched Nerve (Back) A pinched nerve in the lower back or Lumbar Radiculopathy can be painful and debilitating. This condition occurs when something puts pressure on the nerves near the last five vertebrae (L1 – L5) in the back. In some cases, care from a qualified chiropractor in Singapore may help relieve nerve compression by
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Non-specific Back Pain Back pain is a common reason for seeking physical therapy as it can be uncomfortable and debilitating. It can result from injury, activity, and some medical conditions. Back pain can affect people of any age for different reasons. As people get older, the chance of developing lower back pain increases, due to
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What is Herniated Disc? A Herniated Disc is a condition that can occur anywhere along the spine, but most often occurs in the lower back. Also known as a Slipped Disc or Ruptured Disc, a herniated disc occurs when the outer layer tears or ruptures and the gel-like center leaks into the spinal canal. The
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What is Degenerative Disc Disease? Degenerative Disc Disease is an age-related condition that happens when one or more of the intervertebral discs between the vertebrae of the spinal column deteriorates or breaks down, leading to pain. The rubbery intervertebral discs that act as shock absorbers between the vertebrae cushion the stress when the spine moves,
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What is Meralgia Paresthetica? Meralgia Paresthetica or known as Bernhardt-Roth Syndrome, is a neurological condition characterised by tingling, numbness, and burning pain in the outer thigh. Targeted physiotherapy in Singapore can help manage symptoms by relieving pressure on the affected nerve, improving mobility, and addressing underlying biomechanical issues. What causes Meralgia Paresthetica? Meralgia Paresthetica occurs
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What is Coccydynia or Tailbone Pain? Inflammation of the tailbone (coccyx or bony area located deep between the buttocks above the anus) is referred to as Coccydynia. Coccydynia is associated with pain and tenderness at the tip of the tailbone between the buttocks. What causes Coccydynia? An injury or trauma may cause inflammation of the
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What is Postural Lower Back Pain? Postural lower back pain is any pain or discomfort in the lower back area that is caused by long-standing poor posture. What causes Postural Lower Back Pain? Poor postures often occur in sitting and standing positions and may develop from long periods of time at a computer or when
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What is Hernia? A Hernia occurs when an organ or fatty tissue squeezes through a weak spot in a surrounding muscle or connective tissue called fascia. Types of Hernia? The most common forms of Hernia are Inguinal Hernia, Femoral hernia, Umbilical Hernia, and Hiatal Hernia. Inguinal Hernia: In men, the inguinal canal is a passageway
What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a long-term gastrointestinal disorder that can cause persistent discomfort. People also refer IBS as spastic colitis, mucous colitis, and nervous colon. It is a chronic condition. IBS is a mix of belly discomfort or pain and trouble with bowel habits: either going more or
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