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Strength Training at Home: How Home Physio Improves Muscle Health
Muscle health is fundamental to maintaining independence, preventing injury, and sustaining quality of life at every stage. Many people believe that effective strength training requires expensive gym memberships or extensive equipment. However, strength training at home is an increasingly popular and effective approach, whether you're recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or simply looking to stay active and strong. Home physiotherapy can transform your mus

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Home Physio for Runners: Prevent Injury and Boost Performance
Running is one of the most accessible ways to improve cardiovascular health and build endurance. Whether you're training for your first 5K, chasing a marathon personal record, or simply enjoying regular running on Singapore trails, one constant challenge unites all runners: staying injury-free. Many runners commonly face discomfort from training, including runner’s knee, hip pain, shin splints, and Achilles issues. This is where home physio combined with expert sports physiot

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What is Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy? Understanding Your Path to Recovery
When musculoskeletal pain disrupts your daily life, musculoskeletal physiotherapy becomes your way back to movement, strength, and confidence. Whether you're recovering from a sports injury, managing chronic joint pain, or rehabilitating after surgery, knowing what musculoskeletal physiotherapy offers can transform your recovery journey. At Thrive Healthcare, we’re here to help you regain movement, reduce pain, and get back to living well. Understanding Musculoskeletal Physio

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Wellness in Motion: Stories of Strength and Community from the Legends
As a physiotherapist, I've always held the belief that movement and fitness are for everyone — regardless of age, ability, gender, or background. This conviction has shaped how I show up for my patients, how I build programs, and how I envision wellness and health. But it wasn't just a philosophy I carried into practice — it became something I witnessed, experienced, and grew from, especially while working alongside a very special community: Legends . The Legends community is

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Wellness Through Group Exercise: Building Community and Health for Older Adults
As we enter our golden years, staying active becomes even more crucial for maintaining overall health and wellbeing. While individual exercise routines can be effective, there's something uniquely beneficial about participating in a group exercise class — especially for older adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) , only 26.4% of adults meet the guidelines for both aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities, highlighting the need for more

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Workplace Wellness and How It Boosts Productivity
In Singapore's high-pressure business environment, where 61% of workers experience burnout from excessive workloads and poor work-life balance, workplace wellness programs have evolved from optional perks to essential business strategies. Forward-thinking companies recognize that employee health directly impacts productivity, retention, and profitability. At Thrive Healthcare, we've partnered with Singapore organizations to deliver corporate wellness programs that transform

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Geriatric Guide: Why Falls Aren't Normal in Ageing and How to Prevent Serious Injuries
It's easy to believe that losing your balance, tripping, or even falling is something that just happens with age. You might have even heard it from friends or family members: "It's just part of getting older." But here's the truth: Falls and near falls are common, but not all of them are inevitable. They are often preventable. Why Near Falls Lead to Injuries (And Why You Should Act Now) Have you ever caught yourself just in time before hitting the ground? That's a near fall ,

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Marathon-Ready: 5 Common Injuries Runners Face and How Physiotherapy Keeps You on Track
Training for your next race? Long runs push your limits—but they can also push your body toward injury. From runner’s knee to plantar fasciitis, even “small” aches can sideline your marathon prep if left unchecked. The good news? You don’t have to wait for pain to stop you. Discover the 5 most common running injuries—and how expert physiotherapy at Thrive Healthcare can help you prevent them, recover smarter, and run stronger, pain-free.

Kylie Siu


How to Enjoy Your Sport for a Long Time: A Physiotherapist’s Perspective After 18 Years of Volleyball (and Counting!)
Sport evolves with life’s changes, and so must we. Whether you’re a student-athlete, a working adult juggling commitments, or someone simply trying to stay active, here are a few lessons I’ve learned, along with key physiotherapy tips to keep you in the game, for the long run.

Lenis Phoa


Back on Track: How Physiotherapy Can Help You Manage and Prevent Back Pain
Back pain is a widespread issue, affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. From the occasional discomfort of a stiff lower back to chronic pain that affects daily life. Back issues can be debilitating. While many turn to medications or surgery for relief, physiotherapy has proven to be an effective and non-invasive treatment option for both acute and chronic back pain. In this article, we’ll explore the indications for physiotherapy in managing back pain, outline effectiv

Jaclyn Jiang


Ankle Sprains: Why They Are Underestimated and How They Can Hinder Your Return to Sport
Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries among athletes and active individuals, but often, they are significantly underestimated. While the initial pain and swelling may subside with rest and basic treatment, the long-term effects of an ankle sprain—if not properly managed—can hinder your ability to return to sport and even lead to chronic issues. Many individuals overlook the importance of rehabilitation and mistakenly assume that once the pain is gone, they can res

Lenis Phoa


The Path Back to Competitive Sport: Overcoming Challenges with Specific Rehabilitation
The journey back to competitive sport after an injury is a challenging path that encompasses much more than just physical healing.

Lenis Phoa


How Your Physiotherapist and Coach Work Together
Discover how physiotherapists and coaches in Singapore collaborate to understand your unique body structure and tailor your workouts for opt

Kylie Siu


Combining CrossFit and Physiotherapy: How Our Physiotherapist Utilizes her Passion for the Sport to Benefit her Patients' Health
“What is this CrossFit thing?” “Look at their training, so intense and scary” “Look at them passing out after every workout” “Looks like...

Kylie Siu


ACL Injuries in Women
The FIFA women’s world cup has just wrapped up in Australia and New Zealand where the women’s game continues to grow and challenge the...

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Understanding ACL Injuries: Road to Recovery and Return to Sport
Have you ever experienced a sudden jolt of pain in your knee,or heard a “pop” in your knee while playing sports or engaging in physical...

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Dealing with CrossFit-related Injuries leading up to the Open
With the CrossFit Open coming up, many CrossFit boxes around the world are ramping up training volume to prepare their athletes for this...

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Experiencing pain when exercising? Here's how to manage it.
If you're experiencing pain when you exercise, read this article to know what is causing the pain and how you can manage it!

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Longevity in Climbing
You are probably reading this because you love climbing, and sometimes you wonder, "how long can I climb for?" As we grow older, it is...

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Lower Back Pain: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention
Ever experienced a sharp pain in your back when making a sudden move, or when sitting too long whilst working at your desk? Back pain is...

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