Have you ever heard of facial acupuncture? It may sound intriguing and unfamiliar, but this ancient practice has gained popularity for its potential to relax, boost the skin's appearance, and even address certain medical conditions. At The Round Clinic, we are excited to offer facial acupuncture sessions that combine traditional Chinese medicine techniques with modern skincare practices. Let's delve into what facial acupuncture is all about and the amazing benefits it can provide. What is Facial Acupuncture and What Can It Do? Facial acupuncture is a specialized treatment that involves the in ..read more

In view of World Breastfeeding Day we thought it a perfect timing to answer a few commonly asked questions related to breastfeeding. I have a low milk supply, how can I increase it? Low milk supply is a very common challenge in breastfeeding. Feed your baby often to stimulate milk production. Every 2-3 hours during daytime with every 4 hours during the night. Make sure to take enough rest with frequent copious meals. Drink plenty of water. Expressing some breast milk after feeds once breastfeeding is established will assist build up your supply. These pumps might help, Electric & Manual Br ..read more

The spine is made of 27 vertebrae, a specific and highly intelligent design of the body to distribute load evenly. The natural S shape of the spine is also designed to further distribute load and prevent one area of the spine being overused. When we sit, the natural S curve of the spine is lost and your body weight becomes concentrated on the lower back. Over time, we create a spinal posture during sitting where the imbalance of pressure distribution in the back can easily cause muscle and joint strain. If untreated, this can lead to stiffening of the spine which becomes more difficult and tim ..read more

Teenagers undergo numerous physical and emotional challenges as their bodies make the transition from child to adult, whilst also being subjected to peer pressure, exam stress and intense sport schedules. Posture is frequently poor during this phase of growth. The amount of time spent sitting or slouching, due to extensive electronic communications, homework and revision plus heavier school bags, markedly increases the stress and tension placed on the developing structure. Sporadic growth spurts can produce areas of mechanical imbalance/asymmetries or even highlight and exaggerate old injuries ..read more

Most people don’t think of seeing the osteopath when they have a headache, but with more than 70% of some populations reporting that they suffer from tension-type headaches, ,osteopathic manual therapy might be just what’s needed to address the cause of the problem. Osteopathy involves manipulation of joints, bones and tissues to re-establish balance and function to the body, including the head! When there is a mechanical imbalance that the body can’t effectively adapt to, this can manifest in headaches. Additionally, while headache disorders are typically managed with medication, osteopathy c ..read more

There are arguably more similarities than differences between Osteopathy and Physiotherapy, both have the same aim - to help individuals reduce pain, improve mobility and improve the quality of life of all patients they treat. In this short article we will go through the basic concepts of each treatment option, highlight the key similarities and differences and help you in finding out which course of treatment may be best suited for you. Origins and Philosophy Though the origins and philosophies differ between the two professions the definitions may be easily explained: OSTEOPATHY: works with ..read more

Premature hair loss, or Seborrheic Alopecia (SA), is a common health problem that many Hong Kong people face. Patients with this disease have notable scalp seborrhea and significant itching, often accompanied by excessive dandruff, greasy hair and other symptoms. The disease is more common in men than in women. Men often notice a receding hairline or hair thinning at the top of their head, women often notice a widening of their part. In the early stage, hair loss often starts from both sides of the forehead and gradually extends to the top of the head, which affects the patients’ appearance an ..read more

Premature hair loss, or Seborrheic Alopecia (SA), is a common health problem that many Hong Kong people face. Patients with this disease have notable scalp seborrhea and significant itching, often accompanied by excessive dandruff, greasy hair and other symptoms. The disease is more common in men than in women. Men often notice a receding hairline or hair thinning at the top of their head, women often notice a widening of their part. In the early stage, hair loss often starts from both sides of the forehead and gradually extends to the top of the head, which affects the patients’ appearance an ..read more

There are arguably more similarities than differences between Osteopathy and Physiotherapy, both have the same aim - to help individuals reduce pain, improve mobility and improve the quality of life of all patients they treat. In this short article we will go through the basic concepts of each treatment option, highlight the key similarities and differences and help you in finding out which course of treatment may be best suited for you. Origins and Philosophy Though the origins and philosophies differ between the two professions the definitions may be easily explained: OSTEOPATHY: works with ..read more

1) DON’T hunch over your laptop It’s easy to work on your laptop for a few hours on the weekend, but doing so for 40-plus hours a week can lead to back, shoulder, and neck strain. If you can, use an external monitor or laptop stand (with an external keyboard and mouse) to prop up your screen. When looking at the screen, your eye line should be level with the address bar on your web browser. 2) DO work at an appropriate height Find a working height so that your elbows naturally fall flush with your table/desk height. This will promote better wrist alignment rather than impingement or carpal tu ..read more