Samantha Sim

11/17/2017

A great infographic that a colleague has designed answering the most common question which is: What is Osteopathy?

Osteopathy is a medical practice based on the theory that disease and physiologic dysfunction are etiologically grounded in a disordered musculoskeletal system.

08/24/2017

Movement is life!

A new study of old skeletons suggests that the recent increase in arthritis is about lifestyle, not aging or obesity.

05/23/2017

05/12/2017

Arthroscopic knee surgery may not be the best option for chronic knee pain as a result of arthritis.

An international panel of experts is recommending against arthroscopic surgery for almost all patients with degenerative knee diseases such as arthritis.

05/05/2017

Why Are Bacteria More Threatening Than Ever?

The stories are harrowing: people with simple cuts who get exposed to bacteria can end up with life-threatening, and sometimes even life-ending, infections. Antibiotics were supposed to prevent these infections and deaths. But in the U.S., about two …

05/04/2017

Just because they're easy to get your hands on, doesn't mean over-the-counter painkillers are necessarily safe! Dosage and underlying health conditions should be taken into account. Be mindful of what you take and how much and if you have any questions, remember to consult your pharmacist or family doctor.

Tylenol, ibuprofen and aspirin may all work on a headache, but they each have unique effects on the body.

03/22/2017

New research shows that icing an injury may even make it worse

03/16/2017

Stretching before exercise is important but make sure it's dynamic stretching you're doing! Dynamic stretching takes your joints through their full range of motion using movement exercises to better prepare you for your workout while static stretching can actually make you more prone to injury.

Experts say your pre-workout regimen should include "dynamic stretching" rather than the toe-holding "static" variety

02/24/2017

According to this this article, 80% of adults will experience back pain in their lifetime! However, new guidelines from the American College of Physicians says meds such as Tylenol are no more effective than placebo. Instead, they suggested the first line of treatment should be natural and alternative therapies!

The American College of Physicians says back pain of all kinds should be treated with natural and alternative therapies, such as exercise, acupuncture and mindfulness.