Shockwave Therapy Promotes Regeneration & Healing

Shockwave Physiotherapy - MDIMC Pain Treatment

Shockwave is an acoustic wave which carries high energy to painful spots and myoskeletal tissues with subacute, subchronic and chronic conditions. The energy promotes regeneration and reparative processes of the bones, tendons and other soft tissues.

Nutrient blood flow is necessary to start and maintain the repair processes of damaged tissue structure. The application of acoustic waves creates capillary microruptures in tendon and bone. Due to microruptures the expression of growth factors such as eNOS, VEGF, PCNS and BMP is significantly increased. As a result of these processes arterioles are remodeled, stimulated to grow and new ones are formed. The new blood vessels improve blood supply and oxygenation of the treated area and support faster healing of both the tendon and the bone.

Chronic inflammation occurs when the inflammatory response is not completely halted. It can damage healthy tissue and results in chronic pain. Mast cells are one of the key components of the inflammatory process. Their activity may be increased by using pervasive acoustic waves. Mast cell activation is followed by the production of chemokines and cytokines. These pro-inflammatory compounds first enhance the inflammatory process and in the next step help restore normal healing and regenerative processes.

The production of a sufficient amount of collagen is a necessary precondition for the repair processes of the damaged myoskeletal and ligamentous structures. Shockwave therapy accelerates procollagen synthesis. The therapy forces the newly created collagen fibers into a longitudinal structure which makes the newly formed tendon fibers denser and stiffer and creates a firmer structure. 

Calcium build-up is most often a result of micro-tears or other trauma to a tendon. Acoustic waves break up the existing calcifications. Shockwave therapy starts the biochemical decalcification of the calcium build-up of a toothpaste-like consistency and treats the tendon. The granular particles of calcium are then removed by the lymphatic system.


Pain Relief Treatment, Therapy & Management


Common Musculoskeletal problems - Pain Management

Shockwave therapy has shown to effectively treat the following conditions:

·       Feet - Heel spurs, Plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis

·       Elbow – Tennis and Golfers elbow

·       Shoulder - Calcific tendinosis of Rotator cuff

·       Knee - Patellar tendonitis

·       Hip – Bursitis

·       Lower leg - Shin splints

·       Upper leg - Iliotibial band friction syndrome

·       Back pain - Lumbar and cervical spine regions and chronic muscular pain

Back Pain and Your Brain: William S. Marras at TEDxOhioStateUniversity

Ph.D., CPE. William S. Marras holds the Honda Endowed Chair in the Department of Integrated Systems Engineering at the Ohio State University. He serves as the director of the Biodynamics Laboratory and is in the process of developing the Spine Research Institute at The Ohio State University. Dr. Marras also holds joint appointments in the Departments of Orthopaedic Surgery, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, as well as Biomedical Engineering.

His research is centered on musculoskeletal causal pathway investigations including occupational biomechanical epidemiologic studies, laboratory biomechanics studies, mathematical modeling, and clinical studies of the spine. His findings have been published in over 200 peer reviewed journal articles and numerous books and book chapters including a recent book entitled "The Working Back: A Systems View." Professor Marras was the past Chair of the Board on Human Systems Integration at the National Research Council (NRC). He is currently Editor-in-Chief of Human Factors, Deputy Editor of Spine, and has been elected to the National Academy of Engineering (the National Academies).

Spine Disc Degeneration Types - Treatment @ MDIMC

Professional Medical Equipment

Pain Relief Management, Treatment & Therapy

Shockwave Physiotherapy - MDIMC Pain Treatment

Advanced Therapeutic Technology

Traction Therapy

Ultrasound Pain Therapy - MDIMC

Ultrasound Pain Therapy

Pain Relief Management & Treatment, Vaccinations, Health Screening, COVID & Allergy Testing, Dermatology Treatments, Minor Surgical Procedures


Pain Relief Management, Treatment & Therapy:

Pain Treatment & Therapy

Non-invasive, Non-pharmacological Pain management, Treatment for Radiculopathies (Nerve pain), Decreases Disease, Illness, Pains & Aches

Spinal Manipulation - Joints Issues

Shoulder – Frozen Shoulder/ Rotator Cuff Tear/ Impingement Syndrome, Elbow – Tennis Elbow/ Golf Elbow, Hip / Knee – Anterior Knee Pain/ Runner’s Knee/ Meniscus Injury/ Ligament Injury

Pain Relief Management

- Migraines & Headaches, Facial Palsy

- Neck Pain

Neckaches/ Spondylosis/ Wry Neck/ Whiplash

- Sports Injuries / Rib Issues

Athletic injuries - Tennis/Golfers Elbow (pain on the outside or inside of your elbow), Patella tendonitis / tendonosis (Jumper’s Knee)

- Ankle & Foot issues

Plantar Fasciitis/ Heel Pain/ Metatarsalgia

- TMJ / Carpal Tunnel Issues

- Back & Shoulder Pain

Back Strain / Slipped Disc / Scoliosis / Sciatica / Spondylosis / Spondylolisthesis / Spondylolysis, Shoulder impingement/Frozen shoulder

- Joint Pain

Arthritis / Cartilage Wear & Tear / Osteoarthritis, Patellofemoral Knee pain (or pain at the front of the knee)

Better Posture & Movement

Posture issue – Scoliosis, Ligament – Sprains / ACL Laxity / Ankle Sprain, Muscle – Strains / ITB Tightness / Hamstring Tear Tendons – Tendonitis / Repetitive Strain Injury / Tendinopathy

Increased Wellness & Quality of Life

Improving Breathing / Sleep / Energy

Better Health, Happiness & Well-being, Stress management, Increased circulation, Reduced pain, Faster rehabilitation from injury, Increased lymphatic flow, Breaks up muscular scar tissue, Reduced lactic acid build up, Tissue Regeneration, Soft & Active tissue release

Fibromyalgia / Vertigo Management

Decrease anxiety, depression & prescription drug use

Post-Operation/ Post-Hospitalization Rehabilitation / Physiotherapy-trained Medical staff

Improved Immune system & Strength, Better Mobility & Wellbeing

Obesity control – Exercise & Meal Planning

Non-invasive Pain management Treatment during Pregnancy

Effective Non-pharmacological way to alleviate pain from Sciatica. When something injures or puts pressure on the sciatic nerve, it can cause pain in the lower back that spreads to the hip, buttocks, and leg.

藤原 崇紀 / Taka Fujiwara

カイロプラクティック科担当

南カリフォルニア健康科学大学(アメリカ)卒

アメリカ政府認定・カイロプラクター


2020年3月よりMDIMC (MD エム・ディー メディカル) にて勤務開始 

ロサンゼルス、日本、シンガポールのクリニックで診療経験を積んできました。

カイロプラクティックの治療では、背骨、骨盤、関節の歪みを見つけ、ねじれ、傾き、深さなどを三次元的に判断し、その変位の方向・程度に合わせて精密に矯正します。首、肩、背中、腰、頭痛などの痛みでお困りの方は是非一度お試しください。


Health Assessment & Screening Packages


Latest Influenza Vaccines (Protects against Flu and H1N1 Viruses)

Make your Appointment at Tel: 6694 1661


Healthy Aging 健康老龄化

Bone Mass Loss for Men & Women with Age - Health Screening @ MDIMC

Flu Symptoms & Prevention - Treatment @ MDIMC

Latest Influenza Vaccine

Asymptomatic patients may display no symptoms of illness. Vulnerable people should get vaccinated against Influenza which protects susceptible people from, as well as exclude the Flu and H1N1 viruses should they start to show URTI or ARI symptoms.

a. Vaccination decreases the risk of co-infection with COVID-19.

b. Vaccination reduces the burden of respiratory illnesses in the healthcare system.

The latest Influenza Vaccine is now available. It protects against the Flu and H1N1 Viruses. Ministry of Health Safety protocols are adhered to at all times for the safe vaccination of you and your family.

* Importance of Keeping your Vaccinations Up-to-date


Healthy Diets for Optimal Health

Food Health / Detox / Immune Support / Cancer Prevention

MD International Medical Centre

Medical Services available:

  • General Practice Family Medicine - Illnesses & Infections
  • Minor Surgical Procedures
  • IV Infusion of Medications
  • Respiratory Medicine - Influenza, Colds, Cough, Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTI), Acute Respiratory Infections (ARI), Sinus Infection
  • Treatment of Gastric issues, Stomach aches, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Heartburn
  • Infectious diseases & Virology - COVID-19, Dengue, Flu, Hepatitis B etc
  • Dermatology - Skin Problems (Eczema, Acne, Rash, Boils, Dermatitis, Pigmented or Dry Skin, Moles /Skin Tags /Wart Removal)
  • Dermoscopy - Non-invasive Detection of Skin Cancer, Pubic lice & Scabies
  • Treatment of Insect Bites & Stings
  • Look Younger - Botox injections
  • Eye Health / Ophthalmology - Conjunctivitis, Foreign body in the Eye etc
  • Respiratory Medicine - Cough, Wheezing, Shortness of breath
  • Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) - Ear Wax Removal, Ear Otitis Enterna, Nose Bleed-Epistaxis, Snoring & Sleep Apnoea, Vertigo & Dizziness, Audiogram (Hearing test)
  • Pain Management, Treatment & Therapy - Arthritis, Back & Joint Pain, Migraine, Gout
  • Sports Medicine - Treatment of Sports Injuries
  • Vaccinations / Immunization - Latest Flu vaccine, Sinopharm COVID Vaccine & Booster
  • Travel Health - Travel Vaccinations & Health checks, Travellers' Diarrhoea
  • Allergy tests / Allergic Rhinitis / Asthma Management
  • Health Screening / Blood tests
  • Management of Chronic Diseases - Treating Prediabetes, Diabetes & Insulin Resistance / Hypertension
  • Heart Health - ECG Heart monitoring / High Cholesterol management / Chest pains
  • Executive Health Assessment - Pre-Employment check-up / Work Permit / Employment Pass / Employment Pass
  • Student Pass / Driving License Check-up
  • Personal Health Management - Preventative Medicine & Disease Prevention
  • Elderly / Senior Health
  • Men's Health - Erectile Dysfunction medications etc
  • Women's Health- Osteoporosis, Heavy Periods, Breast lumps, Urinary Tract Infection, Anaemia, Tremors
  • Child Health & Nutrition / Paediatrics
  • Obesity / Weight control & Safe Weight loss / Nutrition & Diet
  • Depression / Anxiety / Insomnia & Stress Management
  • Erectile Dysfunction medications / Sexually transmitted diseases (STD)

Public Health Preparedness Clinic

National University Health System Primary Care Network

Singapore Ministry of Health Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP)

The information provided in this website is for knowledge purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice.

Should you encounter any medical problem that you are unsure of, always consult your doctor or health care provider for assistance and medical advice.

MD International Medical Centre / MD International (Singapore) Pte Ltd

Enjoy this page? Please pay it forward. Here's how...

Would you prefer to share this page with others by linking to it?

  1. Click on the HTML link code below.
  2. Copy and paste it, adding a note of your own, into your blog, a Web page, forums, a blog comment, your Facebook account, or anywhere that someone would find this page valuable.
Share this page:

9 Taman Serasi #01-11, Botanic Gardens View

Tel : 65-6694-1661  Fax : 65-6694 1771

Email : contact@mdimc.sg

Clinic hours:

Monday to Friday: 9am-12.30pm / 2pm-6.30pm    Saturday: 9.30am-1pm

*Last registration is 30mins before the closing time

Closed on Sundays & Public Holidays

- Cashless service with most International Insurance companies and Insurance Medical cards are accepted

- Japanese, English & Mandarin-speaking Doctors and Medical staff

Please contact us at Tel: 6694 1661 to make an appointment.

Please make an appointment for the following at Tel: 6694 1661:

* Minor Surgical Procedure

* Health Screening / Blood Test

* Dermatology Treatment

* Allergy Testing

* Pain Treatment & Therapy

* Vaccination

* Pre-Departure PCR Swab Test / Serology Testing

  • 小型外科手术
  • 健康检查/验血
  • 皮肤科治疗
  • 过敏测试
  • 疼痛管理与治疗
  • 疫苗接种
  • 出发前 PCR 拭子检测
  • 血清学检测

OUR MEDICAL TEAM

Dr Don Lau – Medical Director

MBBS (Monash), B Med Sc (Hons) (Monash), Dip Pract Derm (Wales, UK)

Fujiwara Takanori

The Chiropractic Association Singapore, Japan Chiropractic Register, American Chiropractic Association, California Chiropractic Association

Physiotherapy-trained NBCE The National Board of Chiropractic Examiners

YAMAGATA Chihiro 山懸千尋

Registered Psychologist


MD International Medical Centre

Medical Services

Minor Surgical Procedures :

·       Injection for Supraspinatus or Bicipital Tendonitis / Epicondylitis / Trigger finger / Plantar Fasciitis

·       Tendon Sheath Injection

·       Excision of small Skin tumours / Lipomas / Nail bed / Ear lobe cysts / Meibomian cyst

·       Removal of Skin sutures / Skin tags / Sebaceous cysts / Various foreign bodies / Corneal foreign body

·       Liquid Nitrogen Therapy

·       Treatment of Plantar Warts / Calluses / Corns / Ganglions

·       Splinters under nails

·       Olecranon and Pre-patellar Bursitis

·       Ear syringing

·       Embedded earring stud


Recent Articles

  1. Is Your Mole Cancerous? Detecting Skin Cancer. 你的痣癌变了吗?用皮肤镜检测皮肤癌

    Mar 18, 24 10:15 PM

    Treatment & Removal of Different Skin Moles at AMDA Tel: 6694 1661
    皮肤镜检查是一种非侵入性诊断技术,与单独的临床检查相比,它可以放大皮肤并显着增加皮肤病变和黑色素瘤的临床诊断。 Non-invasive Dermoscopy magnifies the skin & significantly increases the clinical diagnosis of melanoma.

    Read More

  2. What to do if you have a Nose Bleed

    Mar 18, 24 10:13 PM

    Child Nose Bleed / Epistaxis - Treatment AMDA SG Tel: 6694 1661
    Nose bleeding or Epistaxis is a common condition that many children and adults will encounter. Here's what you should do.

    Read More

  3. MDエム・ディー メディカル カイロプラクティック膝の痛みの管理 PAIN MANAGEMENT - KNEE PAIN

    Mar 18, 24 10:01 PM

    AMDA_Doctor_Lau
    MDIMC 膝の痛みの緩和治療と治療 PAIN RELIEF TREATMENT & THERAPY FOR KNEE PAIN

    Read More