Numbness and tingling sensations, often referred to as pins and needles are common symptoms that can affect various parts of the body, particularly the hands, feet, arms, or legs. These sensations may range from mild discomfort to more severe feelings that interfere with daily activities. Causes of Numbness & Tingling Numbness and...
Introduction Tibialis anterior tendonitis is a condition that results from inflammation or irritation of the tibialis anterior tendon, which runs along the front of your lower leg and helps with dorsiflexion of the foot (lifting the foot upwards). This condition can cause pain, swelling, and difficulty walking or running. At Dr....
Managing Chronic Pain Through Physiotherapy: A Non-Invasive Approach Chronic pain can be debilitating, affecting every aspect of life, from daily activities to mental health. Conditions like arthritis, fibromyalgia, and lower back pain impact millions of individuals worldwide. However, there is a solution that offers non-invasive, long-term relief: physiotherapy. Dr. Ashish Tomar...
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) therapy uses low-voltage electrical currents to relieve pain. The small, portable TENS unit delivers electrical impulses through electrodes placed on the skin near the painful area. These impulses interrupt the pain signals that travel along the nerves, providing temporary or lasting relief. The stimulation also...
Hands-on manual therapy is a type of physical treatment primarily used by physical therapists, chiropractors, and osteopaths to treat musculoskeletal pain and disability. It encompasses a variety of techniques where the therapist uses their hands to manipulate and mobilize muscles, joints, and soft tissues to: Reduce Pain: Manual therapy can...
Physiotherapy, also known as physical therapy, is a healthcare profession that focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of physical impairments, disabilities, and pain through physical means. It aims to improve a patient's quality of life by enhancing their physical function and mobility. The power of physiotherapy lies in its...
Ulnar Nerve Pain Ulnar nerve pain, also known as ulnar neuropathy or cubital tunnel syndrome, occurs when the ulnar nerve becomes compressed or irritated. The ulnar nerve is one of the major nerves in the arm, responsible for sensation and movement in the forearm and hand. Compression of the ulnar nerve...
