CategoriesTipsFractures often require metallic implants inside the body for fixation and treatment. The implants help in fracture union and can be in the form of wires, plates, screws, or rods. Is it mandatory to get them removed, or can we have them inside our bodies for a lifetime? What is the best time to get […]
CategoriesTipsDespite its name, Vitamin D is not a vitamin. It is a hormone that promotes calcium absorption in the body. It is present in very few foods. Our body also produces Vitamin D in the skin when exposed to sunlight. Risk Factors for Deficiency ·Diet – Not having enough Vitamin D-rich foods ·Lifestyle – People […]
CategoriesTips(The Unknown Pandemic) A.k.a. Whatsapp-itis Texting Thumb Gamer’s thumb In today’s fast world our smartphones are our constant companions. They are used in every sphere of our life. From sending texts, writing e-mails, managing money to scrolling Facebook, swiping Tinder, gaming, our phone is always in our hands. One may think that these are very […]
Your neck is made up of small bones called vertebrae which are stacked on top of each other and held in place by ligaments, muscles and joints. This spinal column supports the head and protects the spinal cord. The spinal cord is the main structure which links the brain to the rest of the body. […]
CategoriesTipsUric acid is a waste product that forms when body breaks down chemicals called purines. Purines are natural chemicals found in the cells of the body as well as foods. Most of the uric acid dissolves in the blood and passes through the kidneys. The kidneys filter it out and the uric acid leaves the […]
Also known as Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, Runner’s knee is a broad term for pain in the front, around or behind the knee cap. As the name suggests, running is a common cause of runner’s knee, but any activity that puts repeated stress on the knee joint can cause this disorder. The list includes walking, skiing, […]
CategoriesTipsWhat is Tennis Elbow? 6 Tips to prevent Tennis Elbow Tennis elbow is also known as lateral elbow pain or Lateral Epicondylitis. It is not necessarily related to tennis but can occur when the elbow is overloaded due to repetitive motions of the wrist and arm. What is Tennis elbow? Tennis elbow is a condition that […]
