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Imagine you fall asleep on the couch, and you wake up confused as to why you’re not in your own bed. Your bed is in your bedroom, which...

How much movement and what type of movement is essential for a healthy body and spine? A 2019 study found that “People who did no...

Knowing the common causes of knee osteoarthritis (OA) can help you take precautions to minimise the risk and impact. So, what exactly is osteoarthritis, and how does it affect the knee? Osteoarthritis is a type of arthritis where there is a breakdown of the cartilage of your joints responsible for weight-bearing. This wear and tear of cartilage over time will increase the friction of the joints that causes joint inflammation. The role of the cartilage in the knees is to provi

It is estimated that 60-70% of people will experience lower back pain at some stage in their lifetime. One of the common causes of lower...

You might not be aware but sleeping is a big part of our lives. Yes, even the most active among us spend time doing nothing...and it feels good. Or at least it should. And if that is not the case we might have a few tips for a good night sleep that might help. A lot of people overlook their sleep position. Yet, your sleeping position can play a big role in your sleep quality, which means it might be time for you to switch it up. Do you sleep on your back, side, or stomach… o

It is quite fascinating to me when a patient says: I just want a crack! It always gets the better of me, and I go for my good old fashion...

Have you ever been caught yawning a lot, and no, you ARE interested in what is going on or what the person in front of you is saying. The...

Get rid of that pesky blind spot! Blind spots and difficulty turning your head, may have nothing to do with the neck itself!