March 2026

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. It often happens in a simple moment. You bend to lift a heavy bucket. You twist while reaching into the back seat of a car. Later that evening, your lower back feels tight. By the next morning, it […]

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Key Highlights Piriformis syndrome causes deep gluteal pain due to irritation or tightness of the piriformis muscle, often affecting the nearby sciatic nerve. Targeted stretching helps reduce nerve compression, improve hip mobility, and relieve pain, making it a

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Many people notice neck discomfort only after waking up. The night felt normal, yet morning brings stiffness that makes turning the head difficult. Sometimes the pain fades as the day goes on. Sometimes it stays. After a few

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Key Highlights Back pain during pregnancy is common due to hormonal changes, weight gain, postural shifts, and increased strain on the spine and pelvic joints. Symptoms include lower back ache, stiffness, and discomfort that may worsen with prolonged

You walk comfortably on flat ground. Everything feels normal. Then you reach a staircase. The moment you lift your foot onto the next step, a sharp ache appears in the knee. It may fade once you reach the top, yet the next staircase brings the same discomfort again. Many people describe this exact experience as

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Key Highlights Neck pain during pregnancy is commonly caused by hormonal changes, postural shifts, weight gain, and muscle strain, as the body adapts to support the growing baby. Symptoms include neck stiffness, shoulder and upper back pain, headaches,

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Key Highlights Orthopedic pillows help relieve neck pain by supporting the natural curve of the cervical spine, reducing strain on muscles during sleep. Unlike regular pillows, they are designed to maintain proper neck alignment, preventing stiffness caused by

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Key Highlights Mild knee pain can often be managed at home using simple natural remedies that reduce inflammation, improve mobility, and support joint recovery. Effective approaches include the RICE method (rest, ice, compression, elevation), heat therapy, gentle stretching,

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Key Highlights Knee swelling occurs when excess fluid accumulates in or around the joint, often due to injury, inflammation, or underlying conditions. Common causes include ligament tears, meniscus injuries, arthritis, bursitis, infections, gout, or overuse, leading to symptoms

Hip pain can be a persistent and exhausting companion that disrupts everyday life, making even simple movements like walking or climbing stairs feel difficult. At Alleviate Pain Clinic, we understand that finding relief is your top priority, especially if you want to avoid surgery. Today, injections for hip pain have become a key part of