Neck & Back Care: Michelle Kwong
Neck & Back Care: Michelle Kwong
Neck & Back Care: Michelle Kwong
Back Care
Michelle Kwong
B.HSci(Phty), MSPA, Cert. Clinical Pilates
Principal Physiotherapist
Practice Director
Http://www.painrelief.sg
SPEAKER PROFILE
MichelleKwong.com
Qualifications
Graduated with Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) in
University of Sydney
Australia Certified Clinical Pilates Instructor
Certified Aquatic Physiotherapist
Member of Singapore Physiotherapy Association
Experience
More than 7 years of clinical experience in:
Physiotherapist
Ergonomics Consultant
http://www.painrelief.sg
Vision
Highly committed to help people with musculoskeletal pains to speedily
recovery with latest clinically proven physiotherapy technologies &
success in mastery of good health and fitness.
TOPICS COVERED
Structure of the Spine
Pain Management
5 sections
Cervical (7 vertebrae)
Thoracic (12 vertebrae)
Lumbar (5 vertebrae)
Sacral (5 fused vertebrae)
Coccyx (4 fused
vertebrae)
Spine Structure
Lumbar vertebrae
Intervertebral disc
Nerve roots
Ligaments
Muscles
Vertebrae
• Skeleton framework
• Support for muscles & tissues
• Protection of vital organs
• Storage of minerals & immature blood cells
Joints
Deep trunk
muscles- acts as
stabilisers
‘Power House’
Causes of
Neck & Back Pain
Causes of Neck & Back Pain
Poor
Carrying Posture
Poor
Sitting Posture
Causes of Neck & Back Pain
Poor
Sleeping Posture
Poor
Working Posture
Causes of Neck & Back Pain
• Constant pain
• Numbness
• Weakness
Signs and
Symptoms
SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
- Self Management
- Doctor
- Physiotherapy
- Surgery
Acute Pain Self Management
Heat
ELECTROACUPUNCTURE
- Non-invasive
- Effects of electrical & acupuncture
therapy to reduce pain & promote
recovery
Physiotherapy
Education on lifestyle modifications
Avoid prolong activities
Avoid strenuous activities
Avoid heavy load
Avoid squatting/kneeling prolonged
Avoid stairs climbing
Medications
Medicines doctors use to treat osteoarthritis include:
Flexibility
Mobility
Aerobic Strength
Endurance
Healthy Lifestyle
PRACTICAL
DISCLAIMER:
Exercises shown should be done with caution especially for people
suffering in pain or previous condition. In case of doubt, check with
your doctor/physiotherapist with regards to your condition.
Neck Mobility Exercises
Neck Rotation
Turn head from side to side as far as
possible
Slow, repeat 8-10 times
Neck Strengthening Exercises
Bridging Exercises
Lie on the floor with your knees bent, feet flat.
Tighten the muscles of your lower abdomen and
buttocks.
Slowly raise low back and buttocks from the floor
Hold for 5-10 seconds, do 8-10reps
Back Strengthening Exercises
Michelle Kwong
B.HSci(Phty), MSPA, Cert. Clinical Pilates
Principal Physiotherapist
Practice Director