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Office workers often endure the silent suffering brought on by poor ergonomics. Aching backs, painful wrists, stiff shoulders and strained necks are some examples of unwelcome companions throughout the work day. Hours spent hunched over desks and staring at screens breed discomfort, while repetitive tasks can trigger the wrath of repetitive strain injuries. The price …

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In TCM, meridians are strings connecting acupuncture points and act as passageways for energy to flow throughout our bodies. There are 12 primary meridians and 8 extraordinary meridians in our bodies. The primary meridians are connected to different organs like heart and lungs while the extraordinary meridians are known as the “reserved meridians” that help …

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E-Sports and gaming is on the rise and now more than ever we are spending many hours in front of our gaming consoles. However, in doing so, we may also unknowingly subject our arms to various types of pains and aches. While highly immersive, gaming is also a time-sink where one can get so immersed, …

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Sitting for prolonged periods at your desk can cause problems such as stiff knees – This in turn results in mobility and dexterity issues. Most of us spend 8-hours or more, every weekday seated at our desk and barely move from it. Over time this gradually builds up towards stiff knees. This in turn affects …

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Don’t allow shoulder pain to limit your mobility and impact your quality of life. A significant portion of your day is spent bent over a laptop, diligently working and completing tasks. While you are focused on your work, you may inadvertently adopt incorrect ergonomics and posture, leading to shoulder pain. Chien Chi Tow’s Tui Na …

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Back pain is one of the most prevalent ailments worldwide. Are there any effective treatments available to alleviate its symptoms, or are we left powerless against it? In Singapore, a staggering 80% of adults will experience lower back pain at some point in their lives, and this can be attributed to a common cause: working …

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