Author Archives: Koh Peh Chia

Lower Back Pain: The Burden of Parenthood Lower back pain is one of the most prevalent complaints among dads. The constant lifting and carrying of children, bending over to attend to their needs, and playing on the floor can strain the muscles and joints of the lower back. To address this, dads can incorporate some…

What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)? CTS occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the hand, becomes compressed as it passes through the wrist. This can cause pain, numbness, and tingling in the thumb, index, middle, and ring fingers. The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway of ligament and bones at…

Women with Osteoporosis Women have a higher risk of developing osteoporosis than men, primarily due to hormonal differences. Estrogen is essential for maintaining bone density, and women typically have lower levels of estrogen after menopause, which can accelerate bone loss. Additionally, women tend to have smaller and thinner bones than men, making them more susceptible…

What is a Muscle Strain? Before we can explore whether stretching is helpful or harmful for muscle strains, it’s important to understand what muscle strain is. A muscle strain occurs when the muscle fibres are stretched beyond their limits or torn. This can happen during physical activity, such as sports or exercise, or due to…

What is Tension Headache? Tension headache is the most common type of headache. Stress and muscle tension around the neck and shoulders are often factors in these headaches. They do cause a steady ache and tend to affect both sides of the head. Tension headaches may be chronic, occurring often, or every day. Triggers of…

5 Tips to Prevent Travel Injuries During Holidays Most people experience pain and injuries as travel requires deviating from our normal physical routine. It can be due to long-distance walking or prolonged sitting on the flight or even a lousy flat pillow from the hotel. Below are the tips that could save your body and…