I have always had a nagging ache in my lower back - particularly on the right side. It's due to poor posture, I don't hold myself upright enough and I tend to sit on the edge of the chair and lean forward at the screen while at work.
Since I upped my running mileage significantly since 2011, the ache has also increased in intensity, to the point when it hurts during a run instead of after. Or maybe I worsened the injury supporting a tottering Matty, thank goodness he can now walk on his own. I&M both go to this physiotherapist at the sports clinic and highly recommended her.
After delaying for months, I finally made an appointment. Drove over and realized it occupies a whole wing of Changi Hospital - the Changi sports medical center. And within it, the Musculoskeletal Clinic. I am impressed!
The physiotherapist is also a marathoner. She quickly identifies the issue. My running gait is incomplete and I lack balance, especially with my right leg. Hence the pain in my lower back. Next session with her, I need to bring my runners and we'll do some work on the treadmill.
I am truly impressed with Singapore. This is a cool country indeed. Now all we lack are cycling lanes on our roads and I'm never leaving this place again.
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