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Pre- and post-natal topics



How to manage clogged duct & mastitis at home?





There are two simple things you can do at home to ease clogged duct & mastitis. Read on to find out more!


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How to manage rock-hard breasts when milk first kick in?





Having engorgement soon delivery? Let us explain to you what is happening and how to relieve the discomfort at home!


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Mastitis & clogged duct: hot or cold compress?





Are you confused by the contradicting advices regarding hot and cold compress for mastitis and clogged duct? Let us explain why is the confusion and what is the right answer!


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Causes of blocked milk duct & mastitis





Our understanding of blocked milk duct and mastitis is changing! Think clogs happen because of milk getting too thick? Think again!


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The role of muscle strength & control in pre- & post-natal back & pelvic pain





A lot of back and pelvic pain during the pre- & post-natal period are due to weak muscles unable to cope with the increasing demand. Activating and strengthening the correct muscles provide long-lasting effect for pain-relief.


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De-Quervain Syndrome





Pain at the outside of the wrist is very common in mummies after delivery. Read on to find out how to prevent and how to manage.


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Precautions for exercising during pregnancy





Exercising during pregnancy has many benefits. However, if done inappropriately, it may also lead to pain and discomfort. Read on to find out how to exercise safely during pregnancy.


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Other topics



Please do not skip stretching





Do you have a habit of doing exercises, but just skips the stretching part? Come check out interesting stories from my previous patients, and you don't want to skip it again!


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Are you using the walking stick/ crutch on the wrong side?





Being a physiotherapist, one always encounter a dilemma when seeing someone on the street using a walking stick or crutch on the wrong side. Deep inside, we really want to correct it. On the other hand, there is always this voice saying "No... that is such a weird thing to do!"


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Are you too flexible?





When it comes to flexibility, most of us complain of inflexibility, or in other words, stiffness and tightness. However there are people who are born too flexible, making them more prone to develop pain.


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What can we do about degeneration?





Degeneration is a common explanation given to various ache and pain. Does it mean that there is nothing we can do? That is not true!


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All about pillows





How to choose the right pillow? Can I sleep without pillow? Can I sleep on my tummy? Is my pain due to my pillow? How frequenty shall I change my pillow? Do you have these questions in your mind also? Come read on for some answers...


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Pain medications are not evil





A lot of people refuse to take pain medication although they are in substantial pain. Many see pain medication as evil beings. Some feel that they are just treating the symptoms, and not the cause. Some are scared of being addicted to the medication. But these are not true.


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Avoiding injury from heavy lifting





Less-known tips for preventing injuries in regular lifting


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