In our screen-filled, indoor-centered lives, many of us forget one of the simplest, most powerful tools for better health: sunlight. I often encourage patients to step outside—not just to stretch their legs, but to expose their eyes and body to natural light. Why? Because sunlight is not the same as Read more…
If you spend most of your day sitting at a desk, you’re not alone. Many people struggle with stiffness, low energy, and poor posture after hours of computer work. Walking is often recommended to break up sitting time—but running offers even more powerful benefits. In this post, we’ll explain the Read more…
When you hear the term “core strength,” what comes to mind? For some, it might conjure images of six-pack abs. For others, it may evoke thoughts of balance and stability or a rigid, immovable midsection. While these interpretations capture aspects of core strength, they don’t paint the full picture. The Read more…
Knee pain is a common issue among runners, and it can be frustrating when it interrupts your training or enjoyment of the sport. Understanding how your running form and training habits affect knee stress is essential to avoid injury and improve your overall performance. Let’s explore how certain aspects of Read more…
Today, I’d like to share a recent case from our clinic involving a patient who experienced constant neck pain, particularly when working in a seated position. Upon examination, it became evident that her shoulders were at different heights, indicating an asymmetric posture. Further assessment revealed that the asymmetry originated from Read more…
Some of the physical therapists at FuncPhysio Physical Therapy use Functional Manual Therapy (FMT). In this page, I will provide a brief introduction to what FMT is and its basic principles. What is FMT? Institute of Physical Art (IPA), a professional development organization, advocates the Functional Manual Therapy which treats Read more…
The body undergoes many changes during pregnancy. In some cases, symptoms of pelvic or back pain may appear as early as the first trimester of pregnancy. Many people think, “I have to endure it because I’m pregnant” or “It’s inevitable to have urinary incontinence after childbirth,” and we hope to Read more…
Part 1: diagnosis and treatment plans Introduction “Tennis elbow, undoubtedly, ranks among the most common injuries in tennis. Lateral epicondilitis or elbow tendinopathy (LET), commonly referred to as tennis elbow, can also afflict individuals who aren’t tennis players. Those engaged in occupations that heavily involve hand usage, such as agricultural Read more…
Part 2: importance of whole-body movement and specific exercises Why do we consider other body parts? Tennis swing necessitates coordinated movement involving the ankle, knee, hip, trunk, shoulder, elbow, and wrist. Research indicates that over half of the force exerted on the ball during a tennis swing originates from the Read more…
Do you have any heel or sole pain at the first step after waking up or after walking for a long distance? If so, you might have plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis is an inflammatory response within the plantar fascia. It is one of the most common causes of the heel Read more…
