A broken foot happens when one or more bones in your foot crack or break due to trauma or overuse. Common causes include falls, sports injuries, car accidents, or dropping heavy objects on the foot, etc. Stress fractures can also occur from repetitive movement, especially in athletes and active individuals. Symptoms may include: Sharp or throbbing pain Swelling […]

Back pain isn’t just a discomfort, it can signal an underlying issue that needs medical attention. Look out for these symptoms: Persistent Dull Ache – A deep, nagging pain in your back that doesn’t go away. Sharp or Stabbing Pain – Sudden pain that worsens with movement or certain positions. Limited Mobility – Trouble bending, twisting, or standing […]

Neck pain is common and can be caused by poor posture, muscle strain, stress, or underlying conditions like arthritis or a herniated disc among others. Here’s what you can do to relieve it: Immediate Relief & Home Care   1.Rest & Modify Activities    – Avoid sudden movements or activities that worsen the pain (e.g., looking […]

Overview Incidence and prevalence TB remains a major public health problem. There are 40 million active cases with 8-10 million cases per year. 5 -15 % of the estimated 2-3 billion people infected with TB will develop the disease during their lives.  Out of these figures, 10% will have incidence skeletal involvement and a 50% […]

Overview Terminology: Spondylo (Spine) Lysis (Break) Listhesis (Slip) This condition is commonly present in about 5% of the population and may be asymptomatic Dysplastic is usually a congenital abnormally of the facets and posterior elements. Isthmic (pars) is the bony zone between the facet joints a region subject to break. lytic (stress fracture), elongated (repetitive […]

Overview It’s less common than Idiopathic scoliosis and can be classified into two main categories as: Neuropathic (Spinal cord and Brain) or Myopathic (Muscle disease) Neuropathic can further be sub classified as: Upper Motor Neuron — P. Spinocerebellar Deg. (F. Ataxia, CMT) Syringomyelia Spinal Cord Trauma Lower Motor Neuron Polio Trauma SMA Dysautonomia Myopathic Disorders […]