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3 TOP WAYS TO AVOID NECK OR BACK PAIN IN 2021

2020 and the COVID-19 Restrictions forced us to change our work, school and social lives. We spent more time indoors than out, consumed food and drinks that we shouldn’t have, and spent more time in front of a device. We couldn’t spend time with people outside of our household, the gyms were closed and we were restricted to a small window of exercise time. This led to weight gain, weaker muscles, loss of fitness and the subsequent back pain, neck

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Dr Alfie Dimalanta January 2, 2021 No Comments

Video: The Anti-Gravity Stretch

Reduce tension during the day with this simple stretch at work. Tip: Stand behind your seat so that you have plenty of room to lean back, Involve other workmates!

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Dr Alfie Dimalanta June 25, 2019 No Comments

Video: How to Reduce Rotator Cuff Muscle Tension Using a Lacrosse Ball

https://youtu.be/QR_wqOwFc04 Here’s Dr. Alfie demonstrating how to use a lacrosse ball to release tension from tight and sore rotator cuff muscles. Tips: Apply tolerable pressure on areas for 30-60 seconds, It is meant to be sore: If it’s not sore, you’re on the wrong spot. If it’s too sore, you’re on the wrong spot. Increase the circumference of the circle you trace with your hand/elbow to change the intensity and direction of the pressure. Suggested frequency: Daily – 1 week,

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Dr Alfie Dimalanta June 25, 2019 No Comments

Video: How To Avoid Text Neck While On Public Transport

Text Neck is an overuse condition brought on by repetitive forward head carriage and bending of the neck while using electronic devices, such as phones, tablets and laptops. This results in neck stiffness, tension headaches, shoulder pain or numbness and tingling. Dr. Alfie has made a video to show you a simple way to avoid Text Neck while maintaining your privacy on public transport.

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Dr Alfie Dimalanta May 30, 2019 No Comments

Sitting On Your Wallet Is Not Good For Your Back. Here’s why…

Wallets are a convenient means of carrying bank notes, credit cards, and other miscellaneous items. When these wallets are placed in back pockets and sat on, it can cause imbalance and compensation to your spine and muscles that may lead to unnecessary pain and suffering. Read on to find out more. A lot of people, particularly men, travel light by putting all their necessary and vital documents in their wallet. These compact containers are stuffed full of papers and paraphernalia

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Dr Alfie Dimalanta May 30, 2019 No Comments