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Hip Replacement Surgery at Praram 9 Hospital

In July 2022, Chulalongkorn Hospital confirmed that I needed a right hip replacement. I had been referred there to the professor of spinal medicine but he was more concerned with my hip which he said was racked with arthritis. After meeting with the hip specialist who agreed to operate, sadly I was in such a […]

Coconut Tree in Thailand

Nuts for Coconuts

If famous products help define Thailand to the world, like silk and rice, then the country’s coconuts have a strong case to be included on the list. Coconuts here are renowned for their many positive attributes. They include: Having many health benefits Being used for beauty treatments Bring a strong part of Thailand’s diverse culture […]

Cross Hotels and Resort: Yoga and Wellness breaks at a vegan hotel in Chiang Mai

I recently visited Cross Hotels and Resort again and I see that they have launched a range of yoga, wellness, detox programmes for those that are mindful of the need to get their body in order. Cross Hotels and Resort does not sell or supply alcohol and breakfast is a simple, raw fruit and vegetable […]

Dr. CBD at Black Mountain Golf Club – Hua Hin March 24th 2023

Khun Pornchai Padmindra (CEO) and his team from Dr. CBD Co. Ltd. were promoting their Golf Plus range of products at the above event at one of the best golf courses in SE Asia – Black Mountain. They have an extensive range of approved and responsible products for every possible medical cannabis and Kratom application.  […]

Fix & Fit. Advanced Pain Management Clinic, Praram 9 Hospital, Bangkok

I would like to thank Dr. Pradit at the above establishment for helping keep me going with a series of pain killing, steroid injections in my right hip (where I have Trochanteric Bursitis) and up my spine from the sacroiliac to between my shoulders, where I have trigger points, chronic arthritis, scoliosis and Myofascial Pain […]

The mental health state of BAME communities

Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities In England and Wales, nearly a fifth of people come from a BAME (Black, Asian and minority ethnic) background.The mental health of BAME communities is important because people from these communities often face individual and societal challenges that can affect access to healthcare and overall mental and physical health. It […]

Tree Massage

Back in BKK for 3 days hospital appointments so staying on Sukhumvit 79 the first night at Qiu Hotel then moving up class and staying at the Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit alongside Nana BTS – first class all the way! Arrived early afternoon and booked a 2 hour massage at Tree Massage 02 061 1924 […]

Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine for Sinus Problem

Dr. Kate Boonyakiat DAOM, LAc. – Terra Acupuncture Sinus problem is one of the most common conditions in our clinic. So many of my patients have chronic sinus pain, pressure, and discomfort. Sinus is the hollow cavities in the skull that are lined with soft tissue. Healthy sinuses are filled with air. However, if they become […]

Dr. CBD Company

With the launch of Dr. CBD Company, the first step in Wellness & health care industry from cultivating Cannabis, Hemp and Kratom that specializes in all processes. From upstream to downstream, we develop quality medical grade products with the aim to develop the Thai economy to the international level. Who We Are: Mr. Pornchai Padmindra, […]

Electro-Acupuncture is Beneficial for Knee Osteoarthritis

Dr. Kate Boonyakiat DAOM, LAc. – Terra Acupuncture When your knee aches, you can’t walk easily. Climbing up and downstairs is a challenge. Pain wakes you up at night. Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common causes of chronic knee pain. It causes pain, inflammation, and stiffness, making it hard to flex and extend […]