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Spine Surgery – Introduction
Spine Surgery – Introduction Spinal discomfort or pain is one of the most common health problems around the world. Some common causes for this include lack of exercise, continuously sitting for long hours and unhealthy working habits. Spinal pain is usually treated with regular medications or exercises. The doctors suggest spine surgery as a treatment option for spinal problems only after exhausting all other
Ensuring a Healthy heart amidst the lockdown
Ensuring a Healthy heart amidst the lockdown There are numerous reports coming to light stating that cardiac patients across the world are seeing an improvement in their health during the lockdown. Heart attack is known to be the biggest silent killer in India and fewer & fewer cases are being reported amidst the COVID-19 outbreak. But experts warn
What are the Characteristics of the Different Types of Strokes?
What are the Characteristics of the Different Types of Strokes? Strokes occur either due to a clot obstructing the flow of blood to the brain, called an Ischemic Stroke, or due to rupture of a blood vessel, called a Haemorrhagic Stroke. A Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), also called “Mini Stroke”, is caused by a temporary
Bone health during the COVID-19 lockdown
Bone health during the COVID-19 lockdown As we age, our normal bodily functions start to naturally deteriorate and this includes our bones. Human bones are made up of bone cells, calcium & connective tissues, and together as parts of our skeletons, they provide structure to our bodies, enabling them to perform multiple physical functions. Hence, when our bones start to deteriorate, it hampers
Keeping your diabetes in check during Lockdown
Keeping your diabetes in check during Lockdown This unprecedented health crisis our world has been faced with is scary and difficult for most us. However, those of us suffering from lifestyle diseases are struggling even more. The lack of opportunity and resources to eat healthy and exercise have diminished and so has the motivation & drive to stay
Critical Congenital heart diseases: Risk Factors
Critical Congenital heart diseases: Risk Factors Congenital heart diseases (CHD) are the most prevalent and serious of all recognised structural birth defects. Their estimated prevalence is 0.9%, which means that one in every 110 newborns is born with the disease. They are considered multifactorial in origin and as a result it is difficult to pinpoint a single cause for the defect. As the embryonic heart develops between 14 – 60 days of pregnancy,
Pregnancy & COVID-19: How to stay safe
Pregnancy & COVID-19: How to stay safe The COVID-19 pandemic has been scary for people of all ages, but especially for expecting mothers. However, reports suggest that there is no evidence that suggests the virus can be transmitted to the baby in the womb. Additionally, babies are known to experience only mild forms of the disease. Yet, it is
FAQ – Knee replacement surgery
FAQ – Knee replacement surgery The knee joint is the largest and one of the most complex joints in the body. It is made up of the lower end of the thighbone (femur) and the upper end of the leg bone (tibia) along with the kneecap (patella). The two ends of the thigh and leg bones glide smoothly on
Spinal fusion surgery: Back Pain Management
Spinal fusion surgery: Back Pain Management Experiencing persistent lower back pain after Spinal Fusion surgery, could most likely be due to Failed Back Surgery Syndrome. Your doctor would suggest a reasonable amount of time (from a few weeks to sometimes months) to understand if a surgery has worked in your favour. In most cases the pain gets better with time. However, if the pain persists, your treating doctor would
Spinal surgery: Everything you should know
Spinal surgery: Everything you should know Spine surgery has evolved significantly in the last two to three decades. Surgery for spinal issues is much safer today because of emergence of new techniques and technological upgrades making it safer. The common spine surgeries are: 1. Spinal decompression and/ or a discectomy 2. Stabilization surgery / Spinal