Main points: According to a 2023 study by Capstone-Intel, only 40% of Filipinos get a yearly checkup, and 33% only see a doctor when they are sick or in pain. This means many people miss the chance to catch health problems early, before they get worse or more expensive to treat. Taking care of your […]
According to data published in the Manila Bulletin, Metro Manila’s traffic congestion costs the average commuter roughly 117 hours each year. Time spent not just idling in frustration, but often hunched in cramped jeepneys, packed buses, or overcrowded trains. This is most true if you consider the fact that Metro Manila had the slowest travel […]
Main points: In the Philippines, “lamig” commonly refers to muscle knots, which are myofascial trigger points that are often characterized by tight, tender spots in the muscle that often feel like small bumps. Though generally harmless, if mismanaged, they can cause pain and interfere with daily activities. The good news is all is not lost […]
Giving birth takes a real toll on your body. If you’re feeling sore, stiff, or out of balance, you’re not alone. A recent study found that nearly 91% of postpartum women experience some form of physical pain, with back, pelvic, and joint discomfort being the most common complaints. Many women try to manage this pain […]
According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, in 2022, cerebrovascular conditions such as brain aneurysms were the third-leading cause of death in the country. A brain aneurysm is a bulge or ballooning in a blood vessel in the brain that usually develops from thinning artery walls. It can leak or rupture and cause bleeding into the […]
Athletes, weekend warriors and fitness enthusiasts are always on the lookout for ways to boost their performance and avoid those nagging injuries. That’s where chiropractic therapy and functional training come in—two approaches that can make a real difference when combined. Functional training has been shown to give athletes a serious edge in terms of physical […]
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a serious ailment that affects millions of Filipinos. Heralded as the “silent killer” because a significant number of cases do not cause noticeable symptoms. If not addressed, it can significantly increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, and other life-threatening conditions. For reference, according to Oxford Academic, […]
According to the World Health Organization, there are 1.71 billion individuals across the globe who are affected with musculoskeletal issues. When dealing with the said ailments, there are two options that stand out: chiropractic and physical therapy. These healthcare methods are among the most popular treatments among Filipinos for pain management, improving mobility, and other […]
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2020, about 619 individuals across the globe were affected by low back pain. That is not all, by 2050, it is estimated that 843 million people are going to be affected by the said condition. Among the different types of back pain out there, back spasms are […]
Occupational injuries are unfortunate realities of work environments. In worse-case scenarios, they may negatively impact employees physically, emotionally, financially, and so forth. They may range from sprains, strains, fractures, and concussions. Generally, the aforementioned injuries, whether caused by untoward incidents or repetitive tasks, and the like, can cause pain as well as discomfort. Because of […]
