Franklin Chen
Physiotherapist
Clinical Focus
Franklin has a keen interest in the field of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. He has vast experience in post-surgical conditions, spinal and sports injury management. He has special interests in cervicogenic headache and vertigo management.
Professional Statement
Franklin graduated from Nanyang Polytechnic and achieved his Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) from University of Sydney. An enthusiastic physiotherapist who is always eager to improve his clinical skills and provide the optimal care for his clients, Franklin has attended many Physiotherapy workshops and shared his expertise at various public forums. Franklin has developed a keen interest in the field of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy since he first joined the profession. His main interest is in spinal and sports injury management.
Franklin first started off as a staff Physiotherapist with Emmanuel Physiotherapy in 2005 and was also actively involved in providing coverage for the Singapore National youth soccer teams, Rugby 7s and other sporting events both locally and overseas. He then moved on to be the Chief Physiotherapist at Saint Andrew's Village clinic (2009 - 2012) where he took charge of the teams from the different sports. He also provided mentorship to Sports and Conditioning trainers, as well as Physiotherapy students. During this time, Franklin also played a key role in Gleneagles Hospital Rehabilitation Department ensuring clients received quality treatment and rehabilitation. In 2013, he established his own practice, Physio@Novena Pte Ltd, continuing to provide clients with the necessary advices and treatments assisting them in returning to their daily activities.
Franklin is a certified practitioner in both Functional Fascial Taping and Rock Taping. This allows him to use special taping techniques to improve clients' sports performance or to relieve discomfort.
Franklin first started off as a staff Physiotherapist with Emmanuel Physiotherapy in 2005 and was also actively involved in providing coverage for the Singapore National youth soccer teams, Rugby 7s and other sporting events both locally and overseas. He then moved on to be the Chief Physiotherapist at Saint Andrew's Village clinic (2009 - 2012) where he took charge of the teams from the different sports. He also provided mentorship to Sports and Conditioning trainers, as well as Physiotherapy students. During this time, Franklin also played a key role in Gleneagles Hospital Rehabilitation Department ensuring clients received quality treatment and rehabilitation. In 2013, he established his own practice, Physio@Novena Pte Ltd, continuing to provide clients with the necessary advices and treatments assisting them in returning to their daily activities.
Franklin is a certified practitioner in both Functional Fascial Taping and Rock Taping. This allows him to use special taping techniques to improve clients' sports performance or to relieve discomfort.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy)
Certified Functional Fascial Taping Practitioner
Certified Rock Taping Practitioner
Certified Functional Fascial Taping Practitioner
Certified Rock Taping Practitioner
Spoken Languages
English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien
Opening Hours
Weekdays
8 AM-8 PM
Saturday
8 AM-1 PM
At Physio@Novena we emphasise on the importance for clients to understand their condition and acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to manage their own issues. Hence we placed first priority to ensure clients have adequate guidance and competency level in self management. We AIM for a long termed solution and not a short termed pain relief.
We ensure clients are managed with evidence-based practices. A detailed assessment will be done to understand client's needs and problem before tailoring an appropriate treatment programme for fast recovery.