Rotator Cuff tear – Causes & Risk factors
Rotator Cuff tear - Causes & Risk factors A rotator cuff tear is a common shoulder condition in adults. The most prominent symptoms are pain at rest and at night, especially while lying on the affected side. The shoulder is a ball and socket joint. It constitutes three bones- the humerus, the clavicle, and the scapula( upper arm, collar bone, and the shoulder blade). The head of the humerus is the ball that fits into the socket of the scapula. A group of muscles and tendons called the rotator cuff, covers the ball and keeps it stabilized inside the socket of
क्लिकिंग शोल्डर -कंधों से कट-कट की आवाज आना गंभीर विकारों का संकेत हो सकता है
अक्सर हाथ ऊपर उठाने या घुमाने से कंधों से चटकने की या कट-कट की आवाज आती है। इसे बिल्कुल भी हल्के में ना लें। यह एक गंभीर बीमारी का संकेत हो सकता है। आवाज के साथ दर्द भी जुड़ा हो सकता है, या नहीं भी। अक्सर हम इसे नजरअंदाज कर देते हैं या फिर थोड़ा आराम और दर्द निवारक दवाएं लेकर भूल जाते हैं। ऐसा बिल्कुल भी ना करें। किसी भी बीमारी को शुरुआती लक्षणों में ही कंट्रोल कर लेना चाहिए नहीं तो आपके कंधों के जोड़ खराब हो सकते हैं। आइए जानते हैं कि केक इन शोल्डर क्या है और
The Young Adult Knee and Early Arthritis – what to know
Although arthritis is a condition mostly attributed to the senior population, athletes and young adults are also susceptible. Knee arthritis is defined as a group of conditions caused by defective articular cartilage and alterations in bone morphology. It is considered the most prevalent type of arthritis, and the most notable health issue that permeates modern society. Juvenile joint problems are found to be the result of injuries, occupational activities, sports, obesity or genetic factors. Diagnosis of Young Adult's Knee Arthritis Diagnosing arthritis in young people is pretty challenging because they have a higher threshold of pain. Before treating the condition, orthopedic surgeons
Knee Instability & Treatment Options – When to Seek Physiotherapy and Medical Attention
The painful, wobbly, and unstable feeling of a loose knee cap is commonly caused by an injury that has either sprained or torn the ligaments. Anterior cruciate ligament or meniscus injury may also cause knee instability and pain. The kneecap is connected to the thigh bone(femur) above and the shin bone(tibia) below. It moves up & down in this groove as you move your knee. Sometimes the knee 'gives out', or the kneecap moved out of this groove. This is called knee instability. The most common symptom is a sensation that the knee has moved out of place. There is usually
Losing Weight and Keeping it Lost – Understand Your Nutrition
We work hard and harder for losing weight and later live with the gnawing concern of keeping it lost. It takes months to watch the diet and exercise like a zombie till you get the desired number on the weighing scale. Congratulations, you have reached your goal! But, have you? Well, losing weight is not a goal but a continuous journey. Also, take care that shedding kilos has not resulted in bone and muscle damage. Just remember this and you will be fine. Consult a Bones & Sports Specialist in Ludhiana for that. Here we are giving you easy-to-follow tips on keeping the
आइए समझें – किशोरों में अग्रवर्ती घुटने का दर्द (एंटीरियर नी पेन)
किशोरों में अग्रवर्ती घुटने का दर्द एक स्थानीय चोट है जो घुटने की टोपी के नीचे और पिंडली की हड्डी के ठीक ऊपर, घुटने के अग्रभाग में केंद्रित होती है। इसे अंग्रेजी में AKP यानी एंटीरियर नी पेन कहा जाता है। सरल भाषा में इसका नाम है 'रनर्स नी' यानी एक धावक का घुटना। मूलतः यह एक स्पोर्ट्स इंजरी है जो खेल में भाग लेने वाले किशोरों या युवा वयस्कों में होती है विशेषकर बालिकाओं में। ऑर्थोस्कोपी सर्जन और स्पोट्र्स इंजरी विशेषज्ञ डॉ. तनवीर भूटानी बताते हैं कि पहले जमाने में घुटने में क्षति होने पर खिलाड़ियों का कैरियर ही खत्म हो
Office and Work – Understanding Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSIs)
You might think that office work is more of a mental job rather than a physical one. However, desk work strains muscles and joints that keep working in the same fashion throughout the day. Occupational tasks tend to be monotonous and routine and involve the same set of movements repeatedly. It not only strains the concerned muscles and their related joints but is also capable of causing serious damage over a period of time. Consequences can be an inability to continue with the same job and developing a serious disability. What is RSI or Repetitive Stress Injury? RSI is an injury or
The Clicking Shoulder – When to Worry and What to do?
Is shoulder clicking or popping a serious matter? Well, it can be. Sometimes you hear a sound or have a cracking feeling when you lift or rotate your arms. It may or may not be accompanied by pain. We tend to ignore it, stretch a little, take painkillers and generally forget about it. However, you must address the issue for all that your health is worth. We don't want to make it worse, do we? In medical terms, the clicking that you feel is called Crepitus. You can have crepitus in any joint but when it occurs in the shoulder, it may
Adult Acquired Flat Foot – Things You Should Know
Adult acquired flat foot is a condition where the arch of the foot flattens progressively. When standing, the entire sole touches the ground. Adults who acquire this condition, mostly experience pain, difficulty inactivity, and require treatment. It is also referred to as AAFD and Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction. Usually, the problem begins with a little pain & swelling in tendons that later cause arthritis and arch collapse. If you see any symptoms you should get your feet assessed at a Foot and Ankle Clinic. Early diagnosis and treatment of the condition are vital before it gets worse. We will look at the causes,
Difference between Osteoarthritis & Rheumatoid Arthritis
Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are both conditions of the joints having different causes and treatment but similar symptoms. Arthritis is a broad term surmising joint diseases. There are many types of the disease. It affects people of all ages and gender, however, the mentioned two are more common in women. Osteoarthritis or OA is a degenerative disease where the cartilage that cushions the bones in joints starts wearing down. It exposes nerves and causes the bones to rub against each other, causing pain. Rheumatoid Arthritis or RA is an autoimmune disorder where the human immune system becomes faulty and starts attacking the tissue