rehabilitation

Illustration of an elderly lady doing squats with arms extended to her front and an elderly man lifting small dumbbells above his head

Sarcopenia is a prevalent health issue among adults 65 years and older, where there is a progressive loss of muscle mass and strength that can lead to increased frailty, falls, [...]

Underwater image of Mr Wong swimming, aided by 2 therapists

Aquatic activities: A full body workout for persons with spinal cord injuries

How does a person with acquired disabilities get back into the pool, and what are the benefits of aquatic activities? SPD Transition to Employment’s physiotherapist Dylan Koh have the answers [...]

Using Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) Cycling in Restorative Therapy for Persons with Mobility Challenges

Functional electrical stimulation involves sending low-current electrical pulses via electrodes on paralysed or deconditioned muscles to produce muscle contractions during a purposeful movement, such as stepping, cycling and walking, or [...]

Ceiling Hoist for Physical Therapy

One common rehabilitation goal for those who experience limb weakness, or those with temporary paralysis, is to learn to walk again and be independent in the community. We take a [...]

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