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Physiotherapy Articles, Resources & Tips for Injury Recovery, Prevention & Sports Performance
Explore Injury Prevention, Recovery, Women’s Health, and Sports Performance with Expert Tips from Physiotherapists
At The Physio Lab in Hong Kong, we’re dedicated to promoting health, well-being, and optimal performance. Our blog offers expert tips on preventing injuries, recovering effectively, and managing pain. You’ll also find valuable insights into prenatal and postnatal care, sports performance strategies, and updates from our team of experienced physiotherapists.
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Sports Massage vs. Physiotherapy in Hong Kong: Which Do You Need?
Sports massage and physiotherapy play distinct yet complementary roles in maintaining health, preventing injuries, and optimising performance. Which one is right for you?
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How IASTM (Instrumental Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation) can help you with pain relief and mobility
IASTM is a technique adapted from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Guasha (scraping), the idea from TCM is to help with creating better blood flow and restore “chi” to the area.