Browsing: Muscles & Joints

Cold plunges are touted for benefits like faster muscle recovery and enhanced mood, but while some claims are supported by research, consensus on their benefits remain mixed.

Scientists found that blocking an ageing-related enzyme helped regenerate cartilage in damaged and ageing joints without stem cells. The findings may reshape future osteoarthritis treatment and reduce reliance on joint replacement surgery.

Finished a marathon and feeling sore? Recovery is not optional after a 21km or 42km race. Here is how to recover safely.

Many gym goers train hard yet see little progress. Studies suggest personal training may improve results through better programming, technique, and accountability.

Extended family time during Christmas and New Year can reveal subtle mobility changes in elderly loved ones. These early signs, if noticed in time, may prevent falls, chronic pain, and loss of independence in the year ahead.

If your ankle still feels painful, swollen or unstable months after a sprain, you may be dealing with an ankle ligament tear. Dr Tan Ken Jin explains how to recognise persistent symptoms, and when to seek help.

When Lee Dong-gun appeared on My Little Old Boy with a bloodshot eye, few expected his condition to be linked to ankylosing spondylitis – a lifelong autoimmune disease that can affect not just the spine, but also vision and breathing.

What if recovery did not have to take days? Hyperbaric oxygen therapy helps athletes bounce back faster by improving oxygen flow, reducing inflammation, and repairing muscles more efficiently.

Physiotherapy is not just about injuries – it helps build long-term strength, mobility, and resilience; and can benefit everyone from athletes to the elderly.

Excess weight can place undue stress on your knees and spine, leading to chronic pain if left untreated. Here’s what you can do to stay mobile and pain-free.