Jesse Cai is a chiropractor and founder of Square One Active Recovery, a clinic in the Chinatown / Hong Lim area focused on active recovery and an evidence-based, pain-science approach.
He completed his chiropractic degree at Murdoch University in Australia. His public profile emphasises sports chiropractic and athletic recovery; he is qualified as a chiropractor rather than as a medical doctor.
His listed professional affiliations include Sports Chiropractic Australia, where he serves as a board member, and Sports Medicine Australia.
Clinical focus
Sports chiropractic.
Qualifications (as publicly listed)
Chiropractic degree, Murdoch University, Australia.
Where they practise
- Clinic / practice: Square One Active Recovery (see our clinic listing) — Chinatown / Hong Lim
- Hospital / training affiliation(s): Sports Chiropractic Australia (board member)
Getting to the clinic
Jesse Cai practises at Square One Active Recovery in the Chinatown and Hong Lim area of the city. The most convenient arrival is by MRT to Chinatown station (NE4/DT19), which serves the area directly; Telok Ayer (DT18) and other nearby city stations may also suit depending on your route. From the station it is a short walk to the clinic.
- By MRT: alight at Chinatown and follow the clinic’s directions towards the Hong Lim area.
- By bus: several services run through the Chinatown and South Bridge Road area, with stops nearby.
- By taxi or ride-hailing: drop-off is available near the building entrance, which is helpful if an injury makes walking awkward.
- By car: paid public parking is available in nearby developments and the surrounding area.
If you are coming straight from training or with a sports injury, a taxi or ride-hailing drop-off close to the entrance is often the easiest option.
What sports chiropractic covers
Sports chiropractic focuses on the conservative care of musculoskeletal complaints in active people and athletes, with an emphasis on recovery and return to activity. Common reasons to attend include training-related aches, overuse injuries, strains and sprains, and the movement limitations that can interfere with sport. Square One Active Recovery describes an evidence-based, pain-science approach centred on active recovery, which typically emphasises understanding pain, guided exercise and progressive loading rather than passive treatment alone.
Jesse Cai completed his chiropractic degree at Murdoch University in Australia and serves as a board member of Sports Chiropractic Australia. The general aim of this kind of care is to help you manage pain, restore movement and return safely to your activity or sport, supported by education and exercise. Chiropractic is a conservative, non-surgical approach. He is qualified as a chiropractor rather than a medical doctor, and chiropractic is not statutorily regulated in Singapore, so confirm qualifications and seek medical assessment where an injury may need it.
What to expect at a consultation
A first visit usually begins with a detailed history of your injury or symptoms, your training, your goals and your general health. An evidence-based, active-recovery approach often places particular weight on understanding how your problem behaves and what you want to get back to. A physical assessment commonly follows, looking at movement, strength, control and the function relevant to your sport.
The chiropractor then explains their findings and a proposed plan, which in an active-recovery model typically centres on guided exercise, progressive loading and education about pain and recovery, alongside any hands-on care used to support this. They should explain the reasoning and answer your questions. If your history or examination suggests a problem needing imaging or medical review, a responsible practitioner will advise it.
Preparing for your appointment
- Bring photo identification and any referral letter or medical correspondence you have.
- Bring relevant scans or reports, such as X-ray, ultrasound or MRI results for the injured area.
- List current medicines and supplements with doses.
- Wear or bring suitable activewear so movement and sport-specific function can be assessed.
- Note your training routine, your sport and your goals, and keep a short record of what aggravates and eases the problem.
- Write down your questions in advance.
After your consultation and follow-up
You will usually leave with an explanation of your problem, a plan and, in an active-recovery model, a structured exercise programme to follow between visits. This kind of care is often delivered over a series of sessions with progressive loading, reviewed and adjusted as you improve. Consistency with the home programme is commonly central to progress in this approach.
See the same chiropractor where possible for continuity, and report how you responded and progressed at each visit. Contact the clinic if symptoms change. Seek prompt medical attention for warning signs such as severe or worsening pain, significant swelling, instability, numbness, weakness, or an injury you suspect involves a fracture, as these need medical assessment. You are free to seek a second opinion, including a sports medicine opinion, at any time.
Booking, referrals and fees
You can usually book directly with the clinic without a referral. Chiropractic and active-recovery care is generally paid out of pocket; MediSave, MediShield Life and Integrated Shield Plans apply to defined conventional medical services rather than to chiropractic in the usual case. Confirm current charges, assessment and follow-up costs, and any programme or package details directly with the clinic when you book.
Common questions
What is an active-recovery approach?
It typically emphasises guided exercise, progressive loading and education about pain, rather than relying on passive treatment alone. The chiropractor will explain how it applies to your injury.
Is this only for athletes?
No. While sports chiropractic suits active people and athletes, the conservative, exercise-based approach can help many people with musculoskeletal complaints who want to return to activity.
Will I get exercises to do at home?
In an active-recovery model, a home exercise programme is usually central to care. Consistency with it between visits commonly supports progress.
When should I see a doctor instead?
Seek medical assessment for severe or worsening pain, marked swelling, instability, numbness, weakness, or a suspected fracture, as these need a doctor’s evaluation.
Related guides
See also: our editorial directory of chiropractors in Singapore and our shortlist of chiropractic clinics.
This is an independent, factual profile compiled from the public sources listed above — not a paid listing, advertisement or endorsement. Note: chiropractic is not a statutorily regulated profession in Singapore (there is no government register); reputable chiropractors hold a recognised overseas Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) qualification and may belong to a voluntary body such as the Chiropractic Association (Singapore). “Dr” is a courtesy title for the chiropractic qualification, not a medical degree. Confirm qualifications and membership directly with the clinic. This page is general information, not medical advice. See our editorial policy.
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