Plantar Fasciitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Best Relief Options for Foot Pain
That Sharp Pain in Your Heel Every Morning? You know the feeling. The alarm goes off, you swing your feet to the floor, you take that first step, and there it is. A sharp, stabbing pain in the bottom of your heel, as if someone pressed a hot nail into your foot. The first few steps are agony. Then, strangely, it eases a little as you walk to the bathroom. By mid-morning, it is almost bearable. But by evening, especially after a long day on your feet at work, it is back again. And tomorrow morning? The same routine, all …
An Orthopaedic Surgeon’s Complete Guide to Preventing Gym Injuries
Every day, thousands of people walk into gyms across Thane and Mumbai with a simple goal: get fitter, get stronger, feel better. And every day, a portion of them walk out with a pain they didn’t have when they walked in. Gym injuries are more common than most people realise. A shoulder that catches during a bench press. A knee that aches after squats. A lower back that seizes up during a deadlift. These are not random bad luck. In most cases, they are entirely preventable. As an orthopaedic surgeon, I see the aftermath of these injuries regularly. The frustrating …
Shoulder Dislocate Again? Causes of Shoulder Popping and Pain
“My shoulder came out again.” That’s one of the most common things orthopedic surgeons hear from young athletes, gym-goers, and working adults in Thane and Mumbai. …
Is the ‘Jelly’ Gone from Your Knee?
If you live in Thane or Mumbai, chances are you’ve heard someone say this, or perhaps said it yourself. It’s the way many patients describe knee arthritis: …
Can You Save Your Knee from Arthritis?
Imagine waking up every morning, and the first thing you feel is pain in your knee. Getting out of bed, climbing stairs, and walking to the kitchen, each step is a reminder that something is wrong. …
Why Are Young Indians Getting Knee Arthritis, and What Can You Do About It?
A complete, doctor-informed guide to understanding, preventing, and treating knee arthritis before it steals your mobility, and why joint preservation is your best first option. …
Understanding and Managing Back Pain for Office Workers: Practical Tips
Back pain is one of the most common complaints among office workers. Prolonged sitting, poor posture, and inadequate ergonomics are significant contributors to this discomfort. If you're experiencing back pain, you're not alone. …
Hip Health at risk! The Lowdown on Avascular Necrosis of the Femoral Head
Osteonecrosis also known as Avascular Necrosis or AVN is a musculoskeletal condition characterised by death of bone. This usually affects the weight-bearing joints of the human body and the most commonly affected joint is the hip joint. …
Ankle Sprains Unlocked: Your Path to Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery
Ankle sprains are one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries, affecting athletes, children, and adults alike. Complications of this seemingly innocuous injury include recurrent ankle instability, osteochondral injuries and ankle arthritis with resulting long term disability. …
Fortify Your Bones: Outsmarting the Silent Thief of Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis, the "silent disease," is a formidable foe, gradually weakening bones and increasing the risk of debilitating fractures. As an orthopedic surgeon, I've witnessed firsthand the profound impact this condition can have on one's independence and quality of life. …
