SpineCare Engineering - Foot & Spine Alignment

14/03/2026

Many parents think flat feet are something children will “grow out of” 🙂‍↔️
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But what actually matters is whether the child can learn to control their feet under body weight and during movement.
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Through the First Ray Control Framework, children are guided to develop:
• foot control under load
• motor control during walking, jumping, and running
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When the right control is learned, the foot arch can function properly again.
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Flat feet are not just about the shape of the foot; they are about how the foot moves and controls force.
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Early training matters🩵

07/03/2026

When he first came to SpineCare Engineering in September 2025, this energetic boy travelled all the way from Indonesia to seek help for his flat feet.
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The first session was done physically at our centre. After that, most of his training continued online through WhatsApp video sessions five sessions in total.
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Despite the distance, he stayed focused and committed. With proper guidance and consistent home practice, he cooperated very well during the virtual sessions. His energy and determination made a big difference.
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In February 2026, he returned to our centre again, this time to learn running mechanics.
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And the result?
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He managed to run with an arch.
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Seeing him squat, jump, and run with proper foot control was a proud moment. What once looked difficult became natural through training, patience, and discipline.
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For now, he will continue practicing his running for at least one more month to maintain the arch control before officially joining sports activities.
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Helping a child regain the ability to run, jump, and play confidently is always one of the most rewarding parts of our work.
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Because every child deserves the chance to actively enjoy their childhood💚
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06/03/2026

After moving to our new location, one of our clients gifted us this lucky Maneki-neko to celebrate the occasion 🩵
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We are truly grateful for such a thoughtful gesture. The little lucky cat has already brought a cheerful and lively touch to our new space, reminding us of the warmth and support from the people we serve.
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28/02/2026

📍 We Have Moved!
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SpineCare Engineering has officially relocated from MAHSA Avenue to our new home at:
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Level 9, Unit G, Menara Ruyi
No. 30A, Lorong Kapar,
Off Jalan 2/87G, Off Jalan Syed Putra,
Taman Seputeh,
58000 Kuala Lumpur.
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We officially began operating at Menara Ruyi on 28th February 2026.
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This move marks an important step forward in our journey, creating a better environment for the children and families we serve.
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A special thank you to EzGIG for the beautiful flower arrangement to celebrate this milestone. Your thoughtful gesture means a lot to us 🌸
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We look forward to welcoming everyone to our new space.
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One step forward. One child at a time.
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13/02/2026

🎊 Chinese New Year Closure Notice 🎊

SpineCare Engineering will be closed from
📅 14th February – 20th February 2026

We will resume operations on
📅 21st February 2026 (Saturday)

During this festive season, we wish all our families a year filled with
✨ Strong health
✨ Steady growth
✨ Joyful movement

Thank you for your continued trust and support.
Gong Xi Fa Cai! 🧧🍊

05/02/2026

We’re happy to share a meaningful milestone behind the work we do at SpineCare Engineering.

Our founder has successfully completed the Master of Engineering Science Viva Voce, passing with minor corrections after years of research and study. This academic journey focused on understanding how children’s feet move, grow, and adapt, especially in conditions like flat feet.

Why does this matter? Because we believe children deserve care that is not based on guesswork, trends, or shortcuts. Continuous learning, research, and scientific validation help us design better assessments, clearer training plans, and safer long-term solutions for growing feet.

At SpineCare Engineering, we don’t stop learning after opening a centre. Science is an ongoing commitment, and every step we take in research is meant to bring clearer answers and better care to the families who trust us.

Thank you for supporting our journey toward better, science-driven foot health for children.

31/01/2026

👀 Can you see the difference?
One photo shows uneven leg length.
The other shows balanced legs.
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Many parents don’t realise this can be seen with the naked eye and it can affect how a child walks, runs, and loads their feet.
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Early awareness matters.
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24/01/2026

This is an original, unedited video. What you see is exactly what was recorded, normal speed, no enhancement.
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In efficient, fast running, the body naturally adopts an energy saving pattern.
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One key indicator of this is a “butt-kicking” running posture, where the feet recover smoothly and efficiently instead of dragging behind.
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This pattern does not come from forcing speed; it emerges when the feet, ankles, and gait mechanics finally work as a system.
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This boy began the First Ray Control Method in June 2025 with one clear goal: to restore his flattened feet into functional, self supported arches.
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For months, the focus was not on running fast, but on rebuilding control, coordination, and proper load transfer through the first ray.
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Today marks a milestone.
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For the first time, he was able to run in a true butt-kicking posture, and for the first time, he ran this fast.
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Not because he was told to push harder, but because his body finally knew how to move efficiently.
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This is what progress looks like.
Not instant results.
Not shortcuts.
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But patient work paying off, when function returns, performance follows naturally.
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This is not just faster running.
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This is a child rediscovering what his body is capable of doing.
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10/01/2026

Knee Hyperextension (Back-Knee)
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Some children have knees that bend slightly backwards when they stand straight. This is called knee hyperextension.
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It usually happens because the knee joint is too soft or loose, meaning it does not hold itself firmly.
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Soft or loose joints can occur in many parts of the body, not just the knee.
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In this check, we compare two people:
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1️⃣Normal knee: The knee stays straight and stable.

2️⃣Hyperextended knee: The knee bends backwards easily, and the calf can be lifted with very little effort.
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If your child’s knee behaves like the second one, it means the knee is less stable and may be more prone to injury, especially during running, jumping, or sports.
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The good news is that early detection allows proper training and guidance to improve control and reduce future risk.
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28/12/2025

28/12/2025

01/11/2025

⚠️ Think Twice Before Surgery
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A few years ago, a father brought his teenage son to see me.
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The boy was born with Marfan Syndrome, a condition that makes him taller and larger than most children his age. Alongside that, he also had severe flat feet.
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Hoping to help his son walk better, the father agreed to surgery on one foot, the right side; while leaving the left untouched, just in case.
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Unfortunately, even after a long recovery, the right foot remained flat. The surgery didn’t achieve what they hoped for.
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When I examined him, I explained that we couldn’t reverse what was done to the operated foot, but we could try training the left foot, the one that hadn’t been operated on.
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After about 30 minutes of targeted muscle retraining, the boy managed to lift and control his left foot arch on his own.
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His muscles were weak and his bones oversized due to Marfan Syndrome, so he couldn’t hold it long.
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Still, that brief moment was a powerful sign, that the body could respond naturally, without surgical intervention.
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Because of his special condition, we later decided not to continue correction training, keeping both feet flat was safer for him overall.
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But I’ll never forget the look in his father’s eyes — a mix of relief, sadness, and realization.
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Many orthopedic surgeons today rarely recommend flat foot surgery for growing children unless there’s severe pain or structural deformity that affects walking.
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That’s because:
1️⃣The success rate is unpredictable, especially in young, developing feet.
2️⃣Recovery is long and may require casts or limited movement for months.
3️⃣Once done, it’s irreversible, the bone structure is permanently altered.
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If your child has flat feet and you’re thinking about surgery, please pause and think twice.
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In most cases, flat feet can be improved safely through the right type of muscle and gait retraining, no surgery, no implants, just science and patience.
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At SpineCare Engineering, we’ve seen many children regain their natural arch through personalized training that helps their muscles “relearn” how to support the body properly.
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👣 Sometimes, the right solution isn’t to cut or replace — it’s to retrain and restore.
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