Dr Gary Tho

Dr Gary Tho is the founder of ChiroWorks, a health care clinic, specialising in peak performance for anyone who can’t afford an ‘off’ day. His clients include executives, corporates, professional athletes and artists. He is also a speaker & writer. Dr Gary conducts a variety of engaging health workshops and his book The Pain Free Desk Warrior - Free yourself from aches and pains will be launched in Oct 2015. Dr Gary is changing the world one posture at a time.

Find me on:

Most of us do. (Note that I'm not asking if you exercise. I'm asking if you sit too long.) We sit when we’re working, eating, driving, travelling on public transport (if we’re lucky), on the toilet, relaxing at home, and anywhere else we can sit instead of stand. In today’s modern society, we sit more than any other generation.

Studies show that many children carry backpacks heavily loaded with more than the recommended maximum weight. This is well known among Singaporean parents, as their children are required to bring school books to and from school and tuition. A recent study has shown that children are also likely to experience neck and shoulder pain, as well as the commonly reported back pain.