Anatomy of the Knee Described

This is a great video that takes you through a tour of the different parts of the knee’s anatomy.

Scheuermann’s Kyphosis

Scheuermann’s Kyphosis is a developmental disorder that causes patients to have a stooped posture due to an excessive curve in the thoracic spine. The thoracic spine normally has a slight contour called kyphosis which is exaggerated in Scheuermann’s disease. It is a self-limiting condition that presents in the adolescent years, usually at the end of the growth spurt. It affects between 0.5% and 0.8% of the population and is more prevalent in males.

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M.I.C.E or R.I.C.E.

"We play a lot of sports and are familiar with RICE or RICER. But lately we been hearing a bit about MICE and how that is the new thing replacing RICE. " – a bunch of rugby players.

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Causing Most of the World’s Pain, Anonymously

For centuries it has been afflicting man. It is intangible, mysterious and yet ubiquitous. Myofascial Trigger Points are the commonest cause of undiagnosed or misdiagnosed aches, pains and other puzzling symptoms. The daily clinical experience of thousands of physiotherapists, massage therapists and physicians verifies that most back and neck pain and headaches which are recurrent and stubborn are caused by trigger points or muscles knots.

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Functional Fascial Taping

"Hello there.Thanks for the very informative articles on sports taping. I wonder if you could shed some light on this other taping method, FFT. Heard it is quite effective for some injuries."- James Poon

FFT, otherwise known as Functional Fascial Taping, is quite effective in managing almost most injuries, especially the ones where you are able to pin-point the exact spot of pain. However, please be clear that it is not your silver bullet as it mainly just decreases the pain felt but not solve your problem. FFT should be used as an adjunct to therapy and not as a treatment by itself.

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Lenia Teo

 
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Lenia Teo

Education

  • Graduated with Bachelor of Physiotherapy from University of South Australia

Career Highlights

  • Previously worked in Changi General Hospital’s Back and Neck outpatient department
  • Physiotherapist at Core Concepts Group

Quick Facts

Lenia’s passion lies in treating back and neck disorders, as well as sports injuries. Being an active individual, she is a strong advocate in the prevention of injuries in sports and daily activities. Her job satisfaction comes from seeing patients undergo a speedy recovery from her care and returning to their daily lifestyle. During her stay in Australia, she also has experience working with Australian football club