Desk Setup Tips

Desk Setup Tips

by | Jul 4, 2021

By E-Lynn Tan, Physiotherapist   Does your occupation require you to be in front of a screen for long hours? Are you getting neck pain and headaches because of it?   When you sit for a long period, your gluteal muscles, hip flexors and rectus femoris get...
Exercise and Mental Health

Exercise and Mental Health

by | Mar 21, 2021

By Wisdom Physiotherapy How exercise builds up our mental health When we think about exercise, we often think about getting leaner, fitter and stronger. But what about the effect it has on our most important organ – our brain? We often neglect the tremendous mental...
How much exercise is enough?

How much exercise is enough?

by | Dec 15, 2020

Current evidence Regular exercise is really important for both physical and mental health. It helps to make your heart stronger, manage your weight, and lower your risk of getting sick. But, there’s still some debate about how much exercise is enough. To answer...
Does My Ankle Need An X-Ray?

Does My Ankle Need An X-Ray?

by | Nov 11, 2020

Ankle sprains are extremely common accounting for approximately 25% of all sports-related injuries.   Whilst the majority of ankle sprains result in soft tissue damage, a portion of more severe sprains can cause bone fractures. As Physiotherapists, we can order...
Ankle sprains want PEACE not RICE

Ankle sprains want PEACE not RICE

by | Nov 9, 2020

What has RICE got to do with ankles?   Ankle sprains are extremely common, accounting for approximately 25% of all sports-related injuries. For years, the acronym RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) has ruled supreme as the key to early management and has...
No Exercise Equipment? No Problem!

No Exercise Equipment? No Problem!

by | Nov 4, 2020

Don’t have any equipment at home and looking for some exercise ideas to stay active? No problem – we’ve got some creative options for you!   Here are some beginner to advanced* moves you can try in the comfort of your own home. You will need:1x sturdy chair...