Family Health Chiropractic Clinic

06/10/2026

Marathoners!

Eight weeks to the BYD Singapore Marathon, and the most common injury we are seeing in clinic right now is IT band syndrome (ITBS).

The tell-tale sign: a sharp, burning pain on the outer knee that kicks in at almost exactly the same point every run. 3 km in. 5 km in.

Consistent as clockwork. And it disappears the moment you stop.

Most runners push through hoping it warms up. It usually doesn't and the pain-free distance gets shorter each week.

The photo is from the 2012 Singapore Marathon with Dr Ashley Liew - ex-national marathon runner and SEA Games represent, who I had the privilege of working with as his chiropractor when he won the Singapore Marathon in 2012.

We have been supporting Singapore runners, recreational and elite, for over a decade, and IT band syndrome is one of the most fixable problems we see, when caught early enough.

We have put together a full guide on what ITBS actually is, why it happens, whether you can keep training through it, and how we approach it at Family Health Chiropractic Clinic SG.

https://familyhealthchiro.sg/it-band-syndrome-singapore-chiropractor/

8 weeks is enough time to sort this properly.

Don't leave it to taper week.



Share this with your marathoner friends!

Dr Kelvin Ng Say Koon

Outer knee pain in marathon training? IT band syndrome is the most common reason runners miss race day. Learn causes, management tips, and how ArthroStim chiropractic care at FHC helps. Somerset MRT.

01/10/2026

Most people think of chiropractic care when they are in pain.

Back pain.
Neck pain.
Stiffness.
Headaches.

But what if we changed the conversation?

Sometimes, it’s not about waiting for a child to have pain before looking at their spine.

It’s about checking early and understanding how they are developing.

I was reminded of this by a recent 5-star review from a parent whose son first came to see me when he was just a toddler.

His head was tilted, and the family had already seen several doctors without getting a clear explanation for what was happening.

After assessment and gentle chiropractic care, the family noticed that he was able to walk with his head more upright.

Years later, the parent still remembered that experience, and took the time to share it in a review.

That means a lot to me.

Children don’t always tell us that something is wrong.

Sometimes, we notice it through the way they stand, walk, sit, move or hold their head.

And that’s why I believe an early spinal and posture assessment can be valuable, not because every child needs chiropractic care, but because early awareness gives parents a chance to understand what they are seeing.

The goal isn’t to wait for pain.

It’s to help parents become more aware of their child’s posture, movement and spinal health as they grow.

Because sometimes, the little things we notice early are worth paying attention to.

30/09/2026

Cervical spondylosis.

Have you heard that word before? If you have experienced chronic neck pain, you probably have heard of it.

It is one of the most common findings on cervical spine imaging in adults over 40.

In Singapore, where many adults spend eight or more hours daily at a desk or on a screen, the condition is appearing earlier and progressing faster than previous generations.

If you have been told you have cervical spondylosis, or suspect it from persistent neck stiffness, arm tingling, or headaches that won’t resolve, this page explains what it means, when chiropractic can help.

Click on this to find out more:

Cervical spondylosis chiropractor in Singapore. Gentle, no-cracking care to ease neck stiffness, nerve pressure and headaches. Pay-per-visit, near Somerset MRT.

27/09/2026

Dr Kelvin Ng Say Koon will be at Cellini HQ for a complimentary Spinal Screening today 27 Sep 2026 from 1-3pm in support of Cellini’s 40th anniversary.

Come and check out the great deals and say hi, or ask any questions you may have about your spine

27/09/2026

Kelvin Ng Say Koon will be at Cellini HQ for a complimentary Spinal Screening in support of Cellini’s 40th anniversary.

Come and check out the great deals and say hi, or ask any questions you may have about your spine.

24/09/2026

Wishing all a happy Mid Autumn or Mooncake Festival.

Enjoy the mooncake, lanterns under the Moon!

Beautiful colourful lanterns and illuminated installations have transformed Jurong Lake Gardens (pictures below) and Gardens by the Bay (https://www.linkedin.com/posts/drkelvinng_midautumnfestival-mooncakefestival-gardensbythebay-activity-7507242196585218048-0rPJ?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios&rcm=ACoAAARZLi4BmmX8lbVzN9ZFNx2MGPkoqmkAYJU) into a glowing Mid-Autumn wonderland in Singapore.

Do visit it with the family if you haven’t done so 😊

📸: Dr Kelvin Ng Say Koon

23/09/2026

Thankful that I can make a difference in my patients’ spinal health.

Even more thankful when a patient is willing to fly from East Malaysia to Singapore just to see me. ❤️

She has been seeing me for almost 9 years, and recently left this wonderful Google review, sharing that her slipped disc has been under control since we first met.

9 years of trust. Thousands of miles travelled. One very grateful chiropractor. 🙏

Thank you for trusting me with your spine, all these years.

Dr Kelvin Ng

23/09/2026

❓ ASK DR KELVIN

“My pain went away. Then it came back. Why?”

This is one of the most frustrating things about pain.

You finally feel better.

You think:

“Great. It’s gone!”

You get back to your normal routine.

Then, a few days or weeks later…

There it is again.

So what happened?

Does it mean the original problem was never fixed?

Not necessarily.

Pain is a signal from your body, and signals can change.

Sometimes the irritation or sensitivity settles down, and you feel better.

But if the things that were contributing to the problem, also known as the root cause haven’t changed, the symptoms may return.

It could be:

• Doing too much too soon
• A sudden increase in exercise
• Long hours sitting
• Poor sleep or recovery
• Repeating the same movement over and over
• Stress
• Or simply asking your body to do more than it’s currently ready for

And sometimes…

there isn’t one obvious reason.

This is why I don’t look at pain disappearing as the only measure of recovery.

I also want to know:

Can you move better?

Can you do more?

Are you less limited by the problem?

Is your body coping better with the things you need and want to do?

Because the goal isn’t simply to make pain disappear.

The goal is to help your body function better and cope better. And find the root cause, and treat it if necessary.

And if your pain keeps coming back, don’t just keep waiting for it to disappear again.

It may be worth asking:

“What is my body trying to tell me?”

🩺 Dr Kelvin’s Takeaway

Pain going away is good.
Understanding why it keeps coming back is even better.

Have you ever had a pain that disappeared… only to come back again?

What did you think was causing it?

22/09/2026

You may have heard of the word "slipped disc" but what is it really?

Does the disc actually slip?
Does it hurt?
Does it mean surgery is the only solution?
How do I tell if I have "slipped disc"?
Will Chiropractic help?
and many other questions....

I've written a blog that will answer these questions. Click on it to find out more.

https://familyhealthchiro.sg/slipped-disc-chiropractor-singapore/

If you have know of someone who has a "slipped disc", do share this with them. Their spines will thank you.

A slipped disc (disc herniation) causes back pain, sciatica, and nerve compression. Chiropractic care — including flexion-distraction — can reduce nerve pressure and restore function without surgery.

18/09/2026

Your lower back has survived another week at the desk.

Now what? 😅

If you spend most of your day sitting, driving, working on a laptop or staring at a screen, you may have noticed something by Friday:

Your back is not particularly impressed.

But lower back pain isn’t always simply about “bad posture”.

It can involve muscles, joints, discs, the pelvis, movement habits, workload — or a combination of several factors.

And one of the biggest mistakes I see is treating the pain without looking at why the back keeps getting irritated in the first place.

I’ve put together a detailed guide covering:

• Common causes of lower back pain
• Acute vs chronic back pain
• Disc problems and sciatica
• SI joint pain
• Back pain from prolonged sitting
• What you can do at home
• When you should get your back assessed
• And some warning signs that shouldn’t be ignored

If your back has been complaining all week, this might be worth a read before Monday rolls around.

👉 Read the full article: https://familyhealthchiro.sg/chiropractic-care/back-pain-treatment-singapore/

And yes…

Your weekend plans probably don’t need to include nursing your lower back. 😄

Back pain stopping you? Gentle chiropractic care in Singapore for herniated discs, muscle strain & sciatica. Rated 4.9★. No packages — pay per visit.