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A vertebral compression fracture can turn simple movements — standing, bending, even coughing — into sources of intense ...
10/09/2026

A vertebral compression fracture can turn simple movements — standing, bending, even coughing — into sources of intense pain. These fractures are especially common in older adults with osteoporosis, sometimes occurring without any major fall.

Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty are minimally invasive procedures that stabilise the fracture by injecting bone cement directly into the affected vertebra. While vertebroplasty injects the cement directly, kyphoplasty first uses an inflatable balloon to restore the vertebra's height before filling the void — helping correct the stooped posture these fractures can cause.

Many patients experience significant pain relief within days. If persistent back pain following a fall or fracture is limiting your life, consult Dr Yue Wai Mun, our Spine specialist.
📍 Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre | 38 Irrawaddy Road #09-42 | Singapore 329563
📞 +65 6475 3408
🌐 https://www.dryuewaimun.asianhealthcare.com.sg/landing_dr_yue_wai_mun_dt/

A deviated septum rarely announces itself. It shows up instead as a collection of problems most people never link togeth...
07/09/2026

A deviated septum rarely announces itself. It shows up instead as a collection of problems most people never link together.

Persistent blockage on one side. Snoring and disturbed sleep. Sinus infections that keep returning. A reduced sense of smell. Nosebleeds from a dry, exposed area of the septum. Because the underlying issue is structural, antihistamines and steroid sprays can ease the swelling around it but cannot change the shape of the airway itself.

At AHS, Dr Alex Tham assesses the nasal airway with endoscopy to determine how much of the obstruction is structural and how much is inflammatory — a distinction that decides whether medication or surgery is the right path. He holds fellowship training in Advanced Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery from McGill University.

📍 AHS (Alvernia) | Mount Alvernia Medical Centre Block A, #05-03
📞 +65 6690 3140
🌐 dralextham.asianhealthcare.com.sg

A torn ACL doesn't have to mean the end of your sporting life. ACL reconstruction is a minimally invasive arthroscopic p...
03/09/2026

A torn ACL doesn't have to mean the end of your sporting life. ACL reconstruction is a minimally invasive arthroscopic procedure that replaces the torn anterior cruciate ligament with a healthy tissue graft, taken either from your own body or from a donor.

The surgery itself takes just 1 to 2 hours, and with a structured rehabilitation programme, it restores knee stability and often enables patients to return to high-impact sports like football, basketball, and netball.

If you've felt that telltale "pop" followed by swelling and instability in your knee, early assessment gives you the best chance of a full recovery. Consult Dr Chin Pak Lin, our Hip and Knee specialist, to discuss your options.

📍 AHS The Orthopaedic Centre (Novena) | Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre, #09-42
📞 +65 6690 2974
🌐 https://www.drchinpaklin.asianhealthcare.com.sg/drchinpaklin

Not everyone carries the same risk of a retinal tear — and knowing where you sit is worth more than watching and waiting...
01/09/2026

Not everyone carries the same risk of a retinal tear — and knowing where you sit is worth more than watching and waiting.

The risk rises with short-sightedness, previous eye surgery including cataract removal, a past eye injury, or a family history of retinal detachment. Age matters too: the vitreous gel inside the eye naturally shrinks and separates from the retina from around the age of 50, and it is during that separation that a tear can occur.
Assessment is straightforward. Dilating drops widen the pupil so the entire retina, right out to its edges, can be examined directly. If a tear is found before the retina detaches, laser treatment in clinic can usually seal it in a single visit. Once detachment has occurred, the treatment becomes surgical and the visual outcome is far less certain.

Dr Low Jin Rong sees patients for this condition at Asian Healthcare Specialists.

📍 Cornerstone Eye Centre (Novena) | Royal Square Medical Centre, #13-08
📞 +65 6690 6238
🌐 drlowjinrong.asianhealthcare.com.sg

If you have noticed a sharp or aching pain when you raise your arm — particularly at a certain point in the movement, of...
27/08/2026

If you have noticed a sharp or aching pain when you raise your arm — particularly at a certain point in the movement, often between 60 and 120 degrees — shoulder impingement may well be the cause.

Shoulder impingement occurs when the tendons of the rotator cuff, or the small fluid-filled sac called the bursa that cushions them, get compressed or "pinched" in the narrow space beneath the top of the shoulder blade (the acromion). This typically happens when the arm is lifted or rotated, and over time the repetitive friction can cause the tendons to swell, weaken, or even partially tear.

It is a common condition among active individuals — swimmers, tennis players, overhead workers, and people who frequently lift — but it also affects those with poor posture or muscle imbalances around the shoulder girdle.

The pain is often described as a dull ache deep in the shoulder that worsens with reaching overhead, behind the back, or across the body. Some people also notice weakness or difficulty with routine tasks like fastening a seatbelt or reaching for a high shelf.

The good news is that shoulder impingement responds well to treatment in most cases. Physiotherapy focused on strengthening the rotator cuff and improving shoulder mechanics is the cornerstone, often alongside anti-inflammatory management. If conservative treatment does not provide enough relief, minimally invasive keyhole surgery can address structural causes and create more space for the tendons.

Catching it early makes a significant difference to how quickly and completely you recover.

📍 The Orthopaedic Centre (Novena) | Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre, #09-42
📞 +65 6690 4714
🌐 https://www.drtanchynhong.asianhealthcare.com.sg/dr_tanch/

Myopia doesn't wait, and neither should treatment. Childhood myopia progresses fastest between the ages of 4 and 8, whic...
24/08/2026

Myopia doesn't wait, and neither should treatment.

Childhood myopia progresses fastest between the ages of 4 and 8, which makes this window the most valuable time to intervene.Starting myopia control early can significantly slow the rate at which a child's prescription worsens, reducing their lifetime risk of complications such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and myopic maculopathy in adulthood.

If your child is squinting at the whiteboard or sitting closer to screens than before, don't wait for the next school eye screening. An early assessment gives your child the best possible head start.

Book a consultation with Dr Roy Tan at Asian Healthcare Specialists today.

📍 Cornerstone Eye Centre (Novena) | Royal Square Medical Centre, #13-08
📞 +65 6697 4986
🌐 https://www.drroytan.asianhealthcare.com.sg/

That sharp, stabbing pain in your heel the moment you put your foot on the floor in the morning — if you have experience...
20/08/2026

That sharp, stabbing pain in your heel the moment you put your foot on the floor in the morning — if you have experienced it, you will not forget it. And if it keeps coming back every day, it is likely telling you something important.

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain, and it is caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia — the thick band of tissue that runs along the underside of the foot, connecting the heel bone to the toes. When this tissue becomes overloaded, tiny tears form, and the subsequent inflammation produces pain that is at its worst after a period of rest.

The classic pattern is morning pain that gradually eases as you walk and the tissue warms up — only to return after prolonged sitting or at the end of a long day on your feet. Many people describe it as a feeling of stepping on a stone or a bruised heel.

Runners, people who stand for long hours, those who have recently increased their activity level, and those with flat feet or tight calf muscles are all at higher risk. But plantar fasciitis can affect anyone.

The good news is that the vast majority of cases resolve with the right conservative treatment: targeted stretching, footwear modifications, and load management. In cases that prove stubborn, shockwave therapy or other interventional options may be considered. Surgical release is rarely necessary.

The important thing is not to ignore persistent heel pain and hope it goes away — because without addressing the underlying cause, it usually does not.

📍 The Orthopaedic Centre (Novena) | Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre, #09-42
📞 +65 6690 6239
🌐 https://www.drdavidsu.asianhealthcare.com.sg/

Thinking about permanent contraception? For men who are certain their family is complete, a vasectomy is one of the most...
17/08/2026

Thinking about permanent contraception? For men who are certain their family is complete, a vasectomy is one of the most reliable options available — over 99% effective, with none of the ongoing costs or side effects of other methods.

The procedure itself is quick and minor: the tubes called the vas deferens are cut or sealed to keep s***m out of semen. It's typically done under local anaesthesia in under 30 minutes, with most men back to their normal routine within a few days. Importantly, it does not affect testosterone, libido, or sexual performance.

The decision is a personal one, and it's worth having all the facts before you make it. Speak with Dr Joe Lee, our Urology specialist, for a confidential consultation.

📍 AHS (Alvernia) | Mount Alvernia Medical Centre Block A, #05-03
📞 +65 6690 2981
🌐 https://www.drjoelee.asianhealthcare.com.sg

Back pain is common. But when the pain travels down into your buttocks, thighs, or calves — and gets noticeably worse th...
13/08/2026

Back pain is common. But when the pain travels down into your buttocks, thighs, or calves — and gets noticeably worse the longer you walk, then eases when you sit or lean forward — that is a pattern worth paying attention to.

This presentation is characteristic of lumbar spinal stenosis: a narrowing of the spinal canal in the lower back that puts pressure on the nerves running through it. As we age, the discs between our vertebrae can degenerate and bulge, bone spurs can form on the joints, and the ligaments surrounding the canal can thicken. Individually or in combination, these changes reduce the space available for the spinal nerves.

The result is a set of symptoms called neurogenic claudication — leg heaviness, pain, or weakness with walking that forces you to stop and rest, relieved when you sit down or flex the spine forward (which opens up space in the canal). Many patients describe needing to lean on a shopping trolley when out at the supermarket, or finding that cycling is more comfortable than walking because of the forward-leaning posture involved.

Not everyone with lumbar spinal stenosis requires surgery. Many patients manage well with physiotherapy, activity modifications, and injections to reduce nerve inflammation. Surgery becomes a consideration when symptoms are significantly limiting daily function despite adequate conservative management. Minimally invasive decompression techniques can relieve the nerve pressure with smaller incisions, less muscle disruption, and faster recovery than traditional open surgery.

The key is an accurate diagnosis — because the right treatment depends on understanding exactly which structures are compressing the nerve and to what degree.

📍 Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre | 38 Irrawaddy Road #09-42 | Singapore 329563
📞 +65 6475 3408
🌐 https://www.dryuewaimun.asianhealthcare.com.sg/landing_dr_yue_wai_mun_dt/

Tired of treating the same symptoms year after year? Antihistamines and nasal sprays can keep allergic rhinitis under co...
10/08/2026

Tired of treating the same symptoms year after year?

Antihistamines and nasal sprays can keep allergic rhinitis under control, but they only mask the symptoms — they don't change how your body reacts to allergens.

Allergen immunotherapy is different. It is the only disease-modifying treatment available, gradually training your immune system to tolerate the allergens that trigger your sneezing, congestion, and itchy eyes. For many patients, it means long-term relief rather than a lifetime of medication.

If allergic rhinitis is affecting your sleep, focus, or quality of life, it may be time to look beyond symptom relief. Consult Dr Alex Tham, our ENT specialist, to find out if immunotherapy is right for you.

📍 AHS (Alvernia) | Mount Alvernia Medical Centre Block A, #05-03
📞 +65 6690 3140
🌐 dralextham.asianhealthcare.com.sg

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