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  What is frozen shoulder? Frozen shoulder  is a condition in which there is significant loss of motion of shoulder joint accompanied by pain and stiffness. The movement involving reaching straight up and rotation of joint such as while reaching behind the back may be affected first although with time all movements may get affected. Pain may be deep seated, poorly localised and constant or only at night when lying on the affected side. To understand the condition better it is helpful to know about the basic anatomy of  shoulder joint . The shoulder joint is formed by three bones – the arm bone (humerus), shoulder blade (scapula), and the collar bone (clavicle). The rounded head of the arm bone (humerus) is relatively large compared to the socket of the shoulder blade and this size discrepancy allows for the large range of motion of the shoulder. The  shoulder joint  is surrounded by the strong joint capsule and further supported by a group of muscles called the ...

  What is Plantar fascia? Plantar fascia is a long, thin strong band of tissue in the sole of foot, extending from the heel to the front of the foot. It acts like a shock absorber and supports the foot arch. What causes plantar fasciitis? It is believed that  plantar fasciitis  is caused by damage or irritation of  plantar fascia  due to excessive strain resulting in heel pain and stiffness. The pain is most often felt below the heel close to the site of attachment of plantar fascia to the heel bone. In majority of cases a specific cause or reason cannot be identified although certain factors can predispose one to the development of this condition. These include Obesity Constantly being on your feet, especially on a hard surface New/ increased activity or repetitive impact activity such as running/sports (especially involving hard surfaces /courts) Tight calf muscles High foot arches or flat feet What are the symptoms of plantar fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis...

  What causes Postherpetic Neuralgia (PHN)? Herpes Zoster infection  (Shingles) is caused by the reactivation of the virus which causes chickenpox. If one has had chickenpox before, the virus that causes it remains inside the body in an inactive state till it gets an opportunity to spread once again. The reactivation may happen as one ages or as a result of reduced immunity. The virus spreads along a nerve producing the typical rash of  Herpes Zoster  in the area supplied by the nerve. Rash generally heals in 2-4 weeks and is accompanied by pain, numbness, itching and altered sensitivity in the area. One out of five patients with  Herpes Zoster  may still have persisting pain after 120 days (90 days as per WHO) of rash onset and this condition is referred to as  Postherpetic Neuralgia (PHN) . In PHN the nerve cells can get damaged leading to increased excitability and persisting pain. Approximately 50% of patients recover within a year and the cou...

  Neck Pain is a pain posteriorly anywhere between the skull base and thoracic spine. It is the largest cause of musculoskeletal disability after low back pain. Approximately two-thirds of the population will suffer from neck pain at some time in their life with high prevalence in the middle ages. Fortunately for most people, the acute pain resolves within days or weeks although in some it may reoccur or become chronic. Neck pain may be a result of... Local pathology Whiplash (flexion-extension) injuries/ trauma Be a part of a more widespread systemic problem such as ankylosing spondylitis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia etc. Be a result of referred pain from neighboring areas for example the shoulder joint Neck pain  usually has a multifactorial etiology -poor posture, neck strain/injuries, anxiety, depression, and stress can play a role in magnifying the perceived pain. Quite often the diagnosis of simple or nonspecific neck pain is used implying postural and mechanical ...

  Majority of us would experience neck pain at some point in our life.  Neck Pain  can disrupt daily routine activities. Muscle spasm, pain can make it difficult to turn head and activities such as driving become difficult. It is not uncommon for the neck pain to radiate to shoulders or lead to persistent headaches. Neck pain is more commonly observed in middle ages and may have a mechanical or postural basis. Most uncomplicated neck pain is associated with poor posture, anxiety and depression, neck strain, injuries. Fortunately majority of cases are not due to serious causes. If you are experiencing unresolving or severe pain, you should seek medical opinion from  neck and shoulder pain treatment specialists in Delhi  so that timely diagnosis can be done and corrective action can be taken. Some common causes include – Muscle sprain, spasm/ increased tension Poor posture and work ergonomics Incorrect positioning of the neck while sleeping Aging:  Degenerati...

  Bouts of back pain are common with up to 80% of people worldwide experiencing back pain at some point in their life. Most episodes are a result of minor problems such as a strained muscle, ligament and usually resolve soon. Less than 1 in 20 cases of sudden onset back pain are due to a slip disc and are often inappropriately managed. Here are some myths about slipped disc. Myth #1: Discs slip out of place The name slipped disc is a misnomer as the disc does not slip out of place. It is firmly supported in its place surrounded by strong ligaments on both sides. The discs have a tough outer layer that surrounds a jelly-like material in the centre. Slipped disc is used to refer to a condition where the disc looses its shape and/or consistency and either the central jelly-like material of the disc leaks or bulges out. In medical terminology other terms such as degeneration, bulging, protrusion, extrusion and sequestration are used to refer to varying magnitudes of the problem. Myth #...

  Most individuals with cervical radiculopathy get significantly better within 6-12 weeks, with good recovery in 4-6 months. For some, however, this can be a long-lasting problem. Ignoring persisting symptoms can aggravate the situation leading to chronic pain with reduced functionality. Treatment of this condition required a multimodal approach with a combination of lifestyle changes, medications, physical therapy, and injections. Surgical intervention is required in very few patients and there are specific indications for surgery. The presence of pain alone is not an indication of surgery. Some of the pain management techniques include: Lifestyle changes:  These include activity modification, giving up smoking, being mindful of one’s posture, and simple ergonomic changes. Incorrect posture while working on laptops, mobiles, etc can cause excessive cervical spine strain with certain professions being more prone to develop neck pain. Simple measures such as adjustment of furni...

Patient Information Leaflet on Morton’s Neuroma What is Morton’s Neuroma? Morton’s neuroma  is painful swelling, irritation or damage of the nerves leading to the toes. Irritation of the nerves generates sharp burning pain in the ball of foot and a sensation as if one is standing on a pebble or a fold in the sock. Most commonly the nerve running between the third and fourth toe (third interdigital nerve) is involved. In as many as 28% of cases adjacent nerves may also be involved (commonly the second interdigital nerve and rarely the first and fourth interdigital nerves). This condition is addressed by many other names including Morton’s metatarsalgia, Morton’s entrapment, interdigital neuralgia/ neuritis/ neuroma and interdigital nerve compression syndrome. What are The Symptoms of Morton’s Neuroma? This condition is most commonly seen in middle aged women. Women are 5-10 times more likely to be affected as compared to men. Common symptoms of Morton’s Neuralgia include Burning or ...