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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 from 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 involves widespread pain, fatigue, and poor sleep Fibromyalgia in women is more common than in men Triggers include stress, illness, or physical strain

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 behavior Some tumors remain harmless, while others need treatment Symptoms often begin with unusual back pain

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Key Highlights 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 Adult spinal deformity may develop over time

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Key Highlights Left shoulder pain can result from muscle strain, joint injury, or conditions like rotator cuff damage and frozen shoulder. In some cases, it may indicate serious heart-related shoulder pain. The shoulder joint has a wide range

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Right shoulder pain is a common problem that can affect daily activities like lifting, reaching, or sleeping comfortably. The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body, which also makes it easier to injure. Pain in the

Dr. Swagatesh Bastia MBBS, M S (Ortho), Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (UK), Fellow in Pain Management. Key Highlights Lumbar traction is a non-surgical treatment that is widely used to alleviate lower back pain by gently stretching the spine. It relieves pressure on the spinal discs, nerves, and joints and enhances mobility. When used properly,