Neelan Physiotherapist- Precise Rehab

02/08/2023

Knee patella tendonitis is a painful and sometimes frustrating condition. It can often be confused with other conditions that involve knee pain. Tendons are structures that attach a muscle to the bone.

In this case, the patella tendon attaches from the quadriceps muscle to the tibial tuberosity. Symptoms include pain below the patella/knee cap, swelling around the patella, pain when climbing stairs, pain that increases after a bout of exercise, and stiffness within the knee joint.

Many factors can lead to this condition such as weakness, tightness, or improper pattern of moving. Another factor is a sudden increase in exercise or workload which overloads the tendon causing inflammation and pain.

Here are some exercises you can try to help reduce the pain if you are suffering from this condition.

1) Partial wall squats

Sit against a wall and have your feet 1-2 steps away from the wall. Slowly squat lower with your back in contact against the wall. The depth should be measured in whether the pain is felt. If pain or discomfort is felt, move higher up. Sustain this position feeling your front thighs working. Slight pressure at the knee joint is normal. Hold this position for 5 seconds before standing up straight. Repeat for 5 reps X 2 sets

2) Quad stretch

Lie on the side and while having the bottom leg straight, hold onto the foot and pull it back. A stretch should be felt at the front of the thigh. Hold this position for 30 seconds X 2 sets

Patella tendonitis can be assessed or treated more accurately by a physiotherapist. If you are interested in getting a consultation come visit us at 16G, Jalan Sungai Burung AA32/AA, Bukit Rimau, 40460 Shah Alam, Selangor

Or contact us through a call or WhatsApp at 019-733 1328 to make an appointment

17/07/2023

Trigger points are areas in our muscles that may form due to overuse or injuries. They can be classified as hyperirritable spots, palpable nodules in the taut bands of the skeletal muscle fascia.

We all have TrPs in the body. Can be present even in babies and children, but their presence does not necessarily result in the formation of pain syndrome.

Trigger points are usually a common occurrence within the body and don't cause any problems. However, if the trigger point becomes strong it is enough to cause pain and disturbance. When it happens. TrPs are directly associated with myofascial pain syndrome*, somatic dysfunction, psychological disturbance, and restricted daily functioning.

Trigger points can be relieved through a self-release or by a physiotherapist. If you are interested in trying our trigger point therapy come visit us at 16G, Jalan Sungai Burung AA32/AA, Bukit Rimau, 40460 Shah Alam, Selangor

Or contact us through a call or WhatsApp at 019-733 1328 to make an appointment

17/07/2023

17/07/2023

Stretching can be a great way to alleviate back pain. Here are a few stretches you can try on your own at home

1. Cat- Camel

This exercise works to improve the range of motion for extension and flexion. Start in all 4s and round the back by tilting the head downwards and tucking the hips in as well, a slight stretch on the lower back and a contraction of the abdominals will be felt as well. Reverse the movement by arching the back, remember to move from each segment of the back, lower, middle, and upper. Repeat this for 8-10 reps X 2 sets

2. Child pose

Start on your knees, round your back, and reach forward in front of you. Another cue that may help with feeling a stretch in the lower back is imagining a ball in between the stomach and the thighs. At the same time as you reach forward, push your hips back and try to sit on your heels. Repeat for 2 reps X 30 seconds

3. Piriformis stretch

This stretch can be performed in sitting or lying as well. If it is done while lying down, cross one leg over the other and pull the legs up towards you. A deep stretch will be felt on the glute muscles while performing this. Repeat for 2 reps X 30 seconds

These stretches are beneficial and can help with back pain. However, finding out the root cause of the problem and assessing your source of discomfort can help in preventing your pain over the long term.

If you're interested in getting assessed and treated, come visit us at 16G, Jalan Sungai Burung AA32/AA, Bukit Rimau, 40460 Shah Alam, Selangor

Or contact us through a call or WhatsApp at 019-733 1328 to make an appointment

17/07/2023

If you suffer from neck pain that may cause radiating pain or numbness to your hands or fingers, it may be due to cervical spondylosis. This condition is common in individuals who are in their 40s-50s but can affect people outside this age group as well.

This condition is brought about by people with degeneration of the cervical discs causing the spaces between the cervical vertebrae to become narrow. It is important to note that degeneration of the discs is normal as we grow older, but by strengthening and improving the mobility of the neck muscles the condition can be avoided or be kept under control.

The reason this condition may occur is due to posture, poor stability, work/life habits, or underlying conditions such as diabetes which increases the likelihood of this problem. Check out the exercises below that may help with this condition.

If you intend to get an assessment or treatment to find out if you may have this problem you visit us at 16G, Jalan Sungai Burung AA32/AA, Bukit Rimau, 40460 Shah Alam, Selangor

Or contact us through a call or whatsapp at 019-733 1328 to make an appointment

17/07/2023

One of the common issues we see in the community is back pain. Many of us try stretches and exercises to help ease the pain but is usually temporary or might not have any effect.

While back pain is multifactorial (Meaning there are many reasons why it happens; Tightness, weakness, poor coordination/ joint sense, movement variability, or stress).

Posture is also a major factor that can influence back pain. Imbalances within the lower back can deter the normal function of the back and cause pain that can either be acute or chronic. Posture can influence the state of a muscle which can cause it to become weak, inhibited, tight or overactive.

As physiotherapists, we assess and look into posture and alignment to determine if patients with back pain experience it due to posture or other factors as well.

If you're interested in getting your posture assessed, come visit us at 16G, Jalan Sungai Burung AA32/AA, Bukit Rimau, 40460 Shah Alam, Selangor

Or contact us through a call or whatsapp at 019-733 1328 to make an appointment

07/06/2023

Running form plays a significant role in injury prevention and management. Impairment in running form can be due to many factors; Tightness hip flexors, lumbar extensors, hamstrings, or the triceps surae (Calf muscles).

Weakness of the hip stabilizers and core muscles may also be a factor in affecting running form. A simple way to assess yourself is to film yourself running and analyze what you may be limited in

For more information check out Precise Neelan Physiotherapist- Precise Rehab

For treatment and consultation check us out at 16G, Jalan Sungai Burung AA32/AA, Bukit Rimau, 40460 Shah Alam, Selangor

Or contact us at 019-733 1328

23/05/2023

The rotator cuff complex is a unique set of muscles that help provide rotational movement and stability for the shoulder. These muscles are in an anatomical sense deeper and are not clearly visible even in individuals with well-defined physiques.

While these muscles are not very well known or obvious to view, they are fundamental to shoulder and neck health. The complex is made up of 4 muscles; supraspinatus, subscapularis, teres minor, and infraspinatus.

Individuals who suffer from this condition are usually throwers, racquet sport players, and elderly individuals. Certain factors can also influence the chances of injury to these muscles including obesity, diabetes, posture, and acromion shape.

Weakness of these muscles is usually a culprit of this injury. Since people rarely know about these muscles, strengthening them is rarely ever done. Here are some simple exercises that can be done to improve shoulder strength and the health of the rotator cuffs.

For more information check out Precise Neelan Physiotherapist- Precise Rehab

For treatment and consultation check us out at 16G, Jalan Sungai Burung AA32/AA, Bukit Rimau, 40460 Shah Alam, Selangor

Or contact us at 019-733 1328

19/05/2023

Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a condition that causes pain around the kneecap/patella. This condition is usually caused by many factors

These factors include tightness, weakness, incorrect biomechanics, and lower limb posture as well. These factors can contribute to added stress on the patellofemoral joint during activities.

Symptoms can range from mild to severe depending on how long the condition has been present. The main symptoms are pain around the kneecap, and pain when climbing stairs or bending the knee. Clicking and popping sounds are also commonly heard.

Attached below are examples of exercises that can be done for this condition

For more information check out Precise Neelan Physiotherapist- Precise Rehab

For treatment and consultation check us out at 16G, Jalan Sungai Burung AA32/AA, Bukit Rimau, 40460 Shah Alam, Selangor

Or contact us at 019-733 1328

04/05/2023

Temporomandibular joint dysfunction is a condition that causes discomfort and pain in the jaw. This condition can also result in clicking of the jaw, ringing in the ears, and difficulty in opening the mouth and chewing.

This can occur due to trauma, inflammation, or tightness in the muscles surrounding the jaw. Posture also plays a role in influencing the function of the muscles of the jaw, particularly the masseter and temporalis muscles.

Dysfunction of this muscle can also result in trigger points that can be manifested as headaches or even as pain in the ears. in severe cases.

Attached below are some exercises and steps that can be taken to relieve this condition

For more information check out Precise Neelan Physiotherapist- Precise Rehab

For treatment and consultation check us out at 16G, Jalan Sungai Burung AA32/AA, Bukit Rimau, 40460 Shah Alam, Selangor

Or contact us at 019-733 1328

25/04/2023

Glad to have had the oppurtunity to be part of the Flag Football event taken place in Langkawi on March 2023. It was a great event in which as physios we were given the chance to learn about a sport that was relatively new to us and to understand how we could help them compete and sustain themselves throughout the competition.

On field physiotherapy can be challenging in many ways. The most hardest part would probably be trying our best to help contestants compete while making sure their condition does not worsen. We may also at times be forced to advise some of them to withdraw from the playing field if things get too intense

A special thanks to Sanctband Global for providing us with equipment that was used to help the athletes on and off the field. It allowed many of them to compete all three days with little to no problems

24/04/2023

It's important for everyone to be aware of the signs and symptoms of a stroke. Each minute is precious and can make a huge difference in the severity and outcome of a stroke.

Here are the 5 major symptoms of strokes