Meniscus Tear
Meniscus Tear- Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment A tear in the meniscus is one of the most common knee injuries. It can be extremely painful and weakening. The largest joint in the body is the knee. It consists of three bones – the kneecap, the thighbone (femur), and the shinbone (tibia). The piece of cartilage […]
PRP Injection Treatment
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injection in orthopaedia: How It Works The liquid component of blood is called plasma. Composed of nutrients, antibodies, proteins, and glucose, plasma is the medium through which the red and white blood cells, along with other material, travel through the bloodstream. Platelets are also a component of blood. The job of […]
Partial Knee Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement: Procedure and Recovery Partial knee replacement, also known as unicompartmental knee arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure wherein the damaged part of the knee cartilage, due to osteoarthritis, is replaced with a prosthesis. What is osteoarthritis? When the articular cartilage within the knee joint wears away, this condition is called osteoarthritis. […]
TKR vs PKR Treatment
Total Knee Replacement vs Partial Knee Replacement Partial knee replacement or a total knee replacement will help you get back to a pain-free life. Let’s understand the pros and cons of a total knee replacement and partial knee replacement What is Total Knee Replacement? Also known as arthroplasty, total knee replacement is one of the […]
Covid 19 Vaccines in India
COVID-19 vaccines in India With the whole world battling against Coronavirus, vaccines have emerged as the holy grail. However, the second wave of the virus has hit the country hard. India breached nearly 1,00,000 daily marks for coronavirus cases on 10 May 2021. The government has stepped up the vaccination drive and now everyone above […]
How to protect yourself from covid 19
How to Protect Yourself From COVID-19? With more than 90,000 fresh infections, India is currently witnessing a sudden surge in the number of COVID-19 cases. However, the good news is that more than 65 million doses of coronavirus vaccines have been administered so far. Vaccine drive offers a beacon of hope despite a surge in […]
COVID-19 AND FAMILY PROTECTION- HERE ARE SOME TIPS
As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise, the best strategy for protecting yourself and your family is to follow the public health guidelines laid down by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. These measures such as wearing a mask, washing your hands frequently, practicing physical distancing, and avoiding crowds will help prevent […]
Knee Arthritis: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
Spine Care: Proper Spine Postures For A Healthy Body Inflammation of the knee joint is known as knee arthritis. The knee is the joint that gets most commonly affected by arthritis. This condition makes daily activities such as running, climbing stairs and walking very difficult. Although there are more than 100 types of arthritis, the […]
Spine Care: Proper Spine Postures For A Healthy Body
Spine Care: Proper Spine Postures For A Healthy Body The position of our body when we are standing up or sitting is called posture. Ideally, the spine should be in a neutral position such that the joints, ligaments and muscle groups are aligned to maintain balance, keep the body flexible and reduce fatigue.In today’s lifestyle, […]
Common Shoulder Related Issues
Common Shoulder Related Issues Our shoulders are one of the most movable joints in our body. With the help of our shoulder, we can move our arms across the body, reach up and behind. The shoulder joint is mainly made of three bones – the humerus, the clavicle and the scapula. It is anchored by […]