May 2026

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Key Highlights Cervical lymphadenopathy means swelling of the neck lymph nodes Lymph nodes support the immune system through their filtering role Pain, tenderness, and small lumps are common signs Most swollen lymph node symptoms come from infections Some […]

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Key Highlights Osgood-Schlatter disease in adults can continue into the teenage years Pain usually sits at the front of the knee, just below the kneecap A bony bump and tibial tuberosity pain are common findings Symptoms worsen with

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Key Highlights The best oil for knee joint pain can ease mild discomfort Essential oils knee pain options help loosen tight areas Oils support natural knee pain relief at home Warm massage improves movement in the joint Regular

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Key Highlights Fibromyalgia is a long-term condition that affects how the body processes pain. It often involves widespread discomfort, fatigue, and poor sleep Fibromyalgia women are affected more often than men Triggers vary and may include stress, illness,

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Key Highlights Algophobia means fear of feeling pain, even when the body is safe It often follows past injury or repeated discomfort Algophobia symptoms include avoidance, tension, and fear around movement Central sensitization pain may increase sensitivity to

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Key Highlights A spinal tumor is a growth inside or around the spine Different types of spinal tumors depend on location and behaviour Some tumors stay harmless, others need treatment Symptoms may begin with unusual back pain Diagnosis

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Key Highlights A spinal deformity refers to abnormal curvature or alignment of the spine Common types include scoliosis, kyphosis, lordosis, and spondylolisthesis Symptoms range from posture changes to pain and nerve-related discomfort Conditions like adult spinal deformity may