Joints are points of attachment between two bones that bring about movement. Patients suffering from pain in joint cannot maximize mobility due to a throbbing sensation that restrains them from doing simple activities like walking. This type of disorder could crop up from different causes which manifest different symptoms and accurate diagnosis is of great [...]

Pressure on sciatic nerve can cause pain that is referred to as sciatica. Although most cases of pain affecting the sciatic nerve path are not serious, there should be medical intervention. This pair of nerves runs from the end of the spinal cord to both buttocks into the posterior region of the thighs to the [...]

There is nothing more disturbing than symptoms of pain. Back of wrist and hand are some of the areas of the body that suffer from strains more than any other. This pain is often associated with a condition known in medical science as carpal tunnel syndrome, a nerve condition that affects people who use their [...]

Question:

I am facing a numbness problem in my back (top left side) for some time now. I can’t sit comfortably for long periods of time or study properly. It often starts with a mild discomfort which gradually turns to numbness, making me stretch my hands to relax my back muscles.
Answer:
Anytime we hear of consistent numbness, [...]

Like the other parts of our body, the joints of the neck and shoulder are very complex structures. With so many veins, nerves, arteries, ligaments and muscles present in the neck and shoulder, the pain in this area may often brought about by several factors. Sometimes, neck and shoulder pain can be severe, and can [...]

Chest physiotherapy, in conventional terms, refers to the process or technique of removing excess sputum, or mucus, from the respiratory passages of a person. Chest Physiotherapy is performed to improve a person’s breathing. Other main goals include clearing airway obstructions, strengthening the respiratory muscles, mobilizing secretions, as well as enhancing the exchange of gases so [...]

The scapula, which is also known as the shoulder blade, refers to the bone structure located in the upper back of the body, which also connects the arm to the chest wall, or thorax. The scapula also forms part of the socket, connecting the upper arm to the socket. The scapula is generally surrounded by [...]

Our legs are vital body tools. They keep us up and going, and allow us to walk or run. However, when the legs feel pain, it can have a debilitating effect on our daily activities. Shooting leg pain usually feels like a burning or tingling sensation, which is prominent in the calf muscles. While it [...]