UP Clinic News
Q&A: Dr. Sonam Gandhi (Physical Therapist)
Meet one of our newest Physical Therapists, Dr. Sonam. Her and her family moved to Lake Orion, Michigan from the United States where she lived for over 10 years, and where she holds a state licensure for physical therapy. She did her Doctor of PT at the University of Montana and also her Bachelors of […]
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The workout that is safe for all ages！
The sun is blazing, the heat is unbearable, and we are constantly drenched in sweat. Exercising in this climate might not be the safe choice, but you also don’t want to stop exercising altogether. So, what is a suitable way to keep moving in the heat? Swimming is certainly a great way to exercise, as […]
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Q&A: Avoiding surgery after six weeks of physio
Sara is a fitness coach in Shanghai. From heavy lifting to functional training to women’s football, she does it all. But with her high volume of coaching and training, she isn’t immune to injury. Recently, she dislocated a shoulder and had a SLAP tear, meaning she tore the cartilage in her shoulder joint, which is […]
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Q&A: Thomas (Physical Therapist)
Thomas Ma 物理治疗师 EDUCATION Rehabilitation Science & Physiotherapy MSc University of Antwerp Certified by the International Federation of Physical Therapists (WFPT) Sports Rehabilitation BSc Beijing Sport University PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist | Ocean Power Poly Clinic Internal Physiotherapist | UZA hospital Physiotherapist Public & Private Practices in Belgium Sports Physiotherapist Chinese National teams & Olympic Committee Administered […]
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Q&A: The obvious choice between surgery and PT
Rowland is, in his words, ‘a big fan’ of UP Clinic, and more specifically his physical therapist Amari, and team. He came into UP after getting a rotator cuff tear in his left shoulder. The thing is, he had already had one in his right shoulder, and gotten surgery on that side. He was adamant […]
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Q&A: Dr. Tian (Chiropractor)
Meet Dr. Tian, a chiropractor who recently joined the UP Clinic team. Originally from Nanjing, he studied at Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida Campus. An avid fan of basketball, his love of sport allows him to better understand many of his patients, especially for those who love movement and performance. Read on to learn more […]
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Don't Let Achilles Tendinopathy Affect Your Athletic Performance
Achilles tendinopathy is a common condition affecting both active and sedentary individuals. The Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in the human body, connecting the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles to the calcaneus. The Achilles tendon plays a crucial role in plantar flexion of the ankle, a movement that is essential for walking and […]
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UP Clinic wins EO’s China Entrepreneur Health & Wellness Award
Shanghai – On April 19, 2024, under the Bund’s bright lights, UP Clinic won the Health & Wellness Award during the second “EO China Entrepreneur Award” ceremony. This honor was awarded by the Shanghai Chapter of the EO Entrepreneur Organization (EO), to recognize UP Clinic’s outstanding achievements and innovative practices in the health industry. Health […]
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Why your sleep position matters
What position do you sleep in? There are multiple positions we might take for what we think will give us a restful night’s sleep: Supine (lying on our back), Prone (lying on our stomach), Side or even Fetal position … apart from many other variations we might end up in during the night. Author / […]
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What is “Dead Butt Syndrome”?
Do you sit a lot at work? Do you find yourself struggling to stand after sitting for prolonged periods? Does your balance feel off? If you answered yes to any, or all of these questions, and if you don’t exercise frequently, or target certain key areas such as the hips or glutes when you do […]
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