PAIN MANAGEMENT
KNEE PAIN
Osteoarthritis:
Osteoarthritis of the knee occurs when cartilage, the natural cushioning between the knee joints wears away. This leads to immense pain and limitation in functional activities (walking, prolonged standing, stair climbing, etc.). It is a common condition and physiotherapy can help in reducing the pain and regaining functional activities. Generally, this condition is treated across several weeks and hence, physiotherapy makes it convenient to consistently adhere to the treatment and prevention of further progress.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management like- Platelet rich plasma therapy, Hyaluronic Acid injection into knee joint, Genicular nerve radio frequency ablation.
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
Runner's Knee:
Runner’s Knee or Chondromalacia patellae is a common condition among young athletic individuals and may also occur in older people due to arthritis. The condition occurs due to softening and deterioration of cartilage under the kneecap. Physiotherapy can help in reducing pain by focusing on strengthening the muscles around your knee and reducing stress.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management like- Platelet rich plasma therapy, Hyaluronic Acid injection into knee joint, Genicular nerve radio frequency ablation.
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
Post Fracture Stiffness:
In fractures, due to immobilization (plaster/operation) for several weeks, the joint around the fracture becomes stiff and leads to pain, loss of range of motion & weakness. Physiotherapy can help with reducing stiffness, pain and increasing range of motion & strength.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management like- Platelet rich plasma therapy, Hyaluronic Acid injection into knee joint, Genicular nerve radio frequency ablation.
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
ACL injury:
Occurs due to excessive strain or tear of the anterior cruciate ligament. It is a common injury among athletes (Football, Basketball, Tennis). Physiotherapy is very important to regain strength, range of motion, and daily life functional activities.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management like- Platelet rich plasma therapy, Hyaluronic Acid injection into knee joint, Genicular nerve radio frequency ablation.
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
SHOULDER INJURIES
Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis):
Frozen shoulder is a painful condition which occurs when the connective tissue surrounding the three shoulder bones, namely, upper arm (humerus), shoulder blade (scapula), and collarbone (clavicle), thickens and becomes tight. This causes pain and limits the motion of the affected shoulder joint.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
Rotator Cuff Tear:
Rotator cuff is the group of muscles & tendons that keep the head of the upper arm within the shoulder socket. It generally happens when a person is involved in activities that require their hands to be away from the shoulder or above their heads for prolonged periods. E.g. badminton & lawn tennis players. Physiotherapy helps in increasing the muscle strength & range of motion.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
Dislocation of Shoulder:
A shoulder dislocation is usually due to a fall or blow to the shoulder causing the upper arm to pop out of its socket. An orthopedic surgeon would recommend using a sling for a few weeks to immobilize the affected shoulder joint. This would lead to stiffness in the shoulder. A physiotherapist can help in reducing the pain & stiffness at the earliest and recommend muscle strengthening exercises to avoid dislocation again & again.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
Tendinitis:
Shoulder Tendinitis is a common injury caused due to inflammation in the tendons due to prolonged over head action (Swimming, Cricket balling, Tennis etc). Due to the pain & inflammation the patient would face issues in performing daily activities. A physiotherapist can help in resuming daily activities via muscle strengthening. Surgery might be required if the condition becomes severe or chronic.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
BACK PAIN
Lumbar Spondylolysis:
Lumbar spondylosis can be described as a degeneration of the lumbar vertebrae. It is a type of pain in the low back and is an important social, emotional & economic problem affecting most of the population. Functional activities such as driving, lifting heavy objects, forward bending etc become difficult. Physiotherapy will help in reducing pain and restoring the functional activities majority of the time. With online physiotherapy, you can have a hassle-free treatment experience. (No Travelling/ Parking/ Waiting Time).
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
Sciatica:
Pain radiates along the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back to the leg. It’s usually caused when the disc slips or herniates or bony spur in the spine presses the nerve. Sciatica typically affects only one side of the body and recurrence of the pain is very common. Online physiotherapy gives the flexibility to contact and take a session immediately.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
Scoliosis:
A sideways curvature of the spine. Scoliosis occurs most often during the growth spurt just before puberty or among old people due to collapse or fractured vertebrae. Physiotherapy helps to reduce pain & secondary complications.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
Slip Disc:
Slip/herniated disc is a condition where the cushioning disc between your vertebrae bones protrudes/bulges out of position causing immense discomfort and pain in the lower back region. Driving/traveling increases the pain and it’s best to take the treatment while resting at home. With online physiotherapy, you can get treated from the comfort of your home.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
NECK PAIN
Cervical Spondylosis:
Cervical spondylosis most often causes pain and stiffness in the neck, arising due to degeneration of the spine or sitting on the computer/desk for long hours. More than 85 percent of people older than age 60 are affected by cervical spondylosis. In recent times, a huge number of young populations is also facing this issue due to their sedentary lifestyle. Physiotherapy helps in reducing pain, resuming functional activities & educating the patients about postures to be followed. Online physiotherapy gives the flexibility & convenience to working professionals to take the treatment according to their availability.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
Repetitive Strain Injury:
The first signs of Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) may be soreness, tingling, or discomfort in the neck, arms, wrists, fingers, or shoulders after a repetitive task due to inflammation and trauma. In recent years, a lot of people have been suffering from RSI due to their digital lifestyle. Physiotherapy helps in reducing the symptoms of pain and stiffness. Educating the patient regarding postures has worked wonders. Due to recurrence, online physiotherapy is the most convenient and effective way of treatment.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
Fibromyalgia:
Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes pain all over the body, sleep problems, fatigue, and often emotional and mental distress. People with fibromyalgia may be more sensitive to pain than people without fibromyalgia. This is called abnormal pain perception processing. Patients take a long time to recover. Physiotherapy can help in reducing pain and improving functional activities. With online physiotherapy, you can have a hassle-free treatment experience. (No Travelling/ Parking/ Waiting Time.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
Torticollis:
A rare condition in which the neck muscles contract, causing the head to twist to one side. The most common type causes the chin to pull toward the shoulder. Symptoms include a limited range of head motion, headache, or neck pain. Physiotherapy helps in improving the range of motion and reducing pain. Online physiotherapy gives the flexibility to contact and take a session immediately.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
WRIST PAIN
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome:
Carpal tunnel syndrome, or median nerve compression, happens due to pressure on the median nerve, which goes through a passage in your wrist called the carpal tunnel, and ends in your hand. It causes numbness, weakness, or tingling. This condition is very common with IT professionals and others with a high amount of screen time (8-10 hours). Treatment is managed either conservatively (without surgery) or by surgery (Reconstruction). In both cases, physiotherapy is very important to regain strength, range of motion, and daily life functional activities. Complete rest is generally recommended and with online physiotherapy, you can get treated from the comfort of your home.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
Trigger Finger:
Trigger finger, or stenosing tenosynovitis, is a condition in which one of the fingers gets stuck in a bent position. Physiotherapy can assist with regaining the strength in the finger and range of motion. With online physiotherapy, you can have a hassle-free treatment experience. (No Travelling/ Parking/ Waiting Time).
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
Dupuytren's Contracture:
In Dupuytren’s contracture, one or more fingers are bent toward the palm and can’t be fully straightened. It is a painless deformity of the hand. Patients are unable to do a lot of activities that require the use of fingers. Physiotherapy can help with increasing the range of motion & strength of the affected fingers and ability to do functional activities. Generally, this condition is treated across several weeks and hence, online physiotherapy makes it convenient to consistently adhere to the treatment from the comfort of home.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
De Quervain's Tenosynovitis:
De Quervain’s tenosynovitis is a condition that causes pain and swelling at the base of the thumb. It affects the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist. Physiotherapy helps in decreasing the stress on the wrist and strengthening the muscles in the affected area. This leads to a reduction in swelling and pain. Patient education on how to carry on with daily activities also works wonders. With online physiotherapy, you can get treated from the comfort of your home.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
ANKLE PAIN
Achilles Tendinitis:
The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscle with the heel. This condition occurs due to overuse of the tendon generally in sports such as basketball, football, etc. Treatment is managed either conservatively (without surgery) or by surgery (Reconstruction). In both cases, physiotherapy is very important to regain strength, range of motion, and daily life functional activities. Complete rest is generally recommended and with online physiotherapy, you can get treated from the comfort of your home.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
Plantar Fasciitis (Heel Pain):
Plantar Fasciitis occurs due to inflammation of the thick tissue (Plantar Fascia) which connects your heel with the toes. It feels like a stabbing pain that occurs with the first steps in the morning. It usually occurs with homemakers who spend more than 2-3 hours standing daily. The condition may become chronic if not managed early and physiotherapy helps in reducing the symptoms as well as strengthening the tissue and decreasing the inflammation and pain. Generally, this condition is treated across several weeks and hence, online physiotherapy makes it convenient to consistently adhere to the treatment from the comfort of home.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
Flat Foot:
Flat foot generally occurs during infancy or due to some injuries to adults. A flat foot leads to improper distribution of body weight on the ankle area leading to pain after excessive usage. Physiotherapy helps in reducing the pain, strengthening the muscles and foot flexibility. Patient education and reassurance regarding postures have worked wonders. Online physiotherapy is effective & convenient mode of treatment as Children/old people are generally dependent on their families for taking them to the clinic.
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
Bunion:
A bunion occurs due to a few bones in the front portion of the foot moving out of place causing the tip of your big toe to get pulled towards the other toes. This leads to a bony bump at the base of the big toe. It’s best to avoid narrow tipped footwear that forces all your toes to stick together to minimize the chances of developing a bunion. Physiotherapy can help with decreasing inflammation and pain in the area. With online physiotherapy, you can have a hassle-free treatment experience. (No Travelling/ Parking/ Waiting Time)
Treatment:
- Nonpharmacological
- Lifestyle modification
- Physiotherapy
- Analgesics and other medicines
- Interventional Pain Management
- Surgery
- Rehabilitation
