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Suffering for the sake of style!

Which woman doesn’t love heels! The pointy glittery ends that also helps you to have a taller height is something every woman has craved for at least sometime in their lives. But, the sad news is there are also certain side-effects of high heels that are in fact quite hampering to the health. Certain studies and researches have shown that these pointy towery footwear can badly affect your spine, ankles, knees and hips along with doing much more to your entire system. Check out in what ways high heels can be costly in more than just one way.

  • Affecting feet

Your feet generally plays the role of a spring loaded shock absorber helping to distribute your body’s weight evenly. They also help in cushioning your respective skeleton from those crazy and freaking amounts of pounding. Jamming these natural engineering marvels with high heels can shift quite a lot of your body mass to your feet’s balls as well as to your delicate toe bones. In fact, the higher you wear heels, the bigger can be the impact. As per a research, wearing only four inches of stilettos can actually up the pressure to around 30% thus placed on the front part of your foot,.

  • Affecting ankles and calves

When you wear high heels, your ankles generally bend forward. This movement can actually restrict circulation especially in your lower limbs. In case you are lover or a regular high heel wear, you can even suffer from spider veins.

Adding to that, prolonged walking in heels can even stiffen your respective Achilles tendons, thus further causing your calves to keep bunching up. Wearing tall pumps for a whole day can even create trouble for you to walk naturally. Lovers of stilettos can also develop chronically shortened and taut calf tendons and ankles thus making walking quite a lot painful, even in flats.

  • Affecting knees

As we all know, knee, the pro-shock absorber thus present in our body is the largest human joint. Its primary purpose is to take licking; however frequent usage of high heels can actually add an extra stress, especially on the inner sides of your knees, thus resulting to fast-tracking the wear and tear, which can further lead to osteoporosis.

  • Affecting back

Sashaying around in your heels also requires you to unnaturally sway your spine. This unnatural swaying away can further stress your respective lumbar erector spinae muscle, thus resulting in a sore lower back. Since your back also needs a break, wear those high pumps in one day and don your flats, especially the cushioned ones, the next. Keep your pointy spikes only for special occasions along with ensuring not to walk with them for longer periods of time.

 

Adding to all these, excess or daily usage of high heels can even result to Spondylolisthesis, especially around the lumbar region of your spine wherein the weight of your body is essentially concentrated. You can even suffer from Foraminal Stenosis, a typical spinal nerve condition occurring when anatomical abnormalities tend to block or even reduce space in either one or even more foramina. In your lower back, Foraminal Stenosis can actually result to the emergence of symptoms, basically of shooting pains, along with contributing to numbness, cramping, spasms as well as pain, radiating from the buttocks and crawling down to the legs.

 

High heels, devotees, your life and your health is yours. Thus, do think twice before you walk on those pointy ends.

What Is Slipped Disc

What is a Slipped disc and what are its Symptoms?

There are many diseases that we are completely unaware of. We don’t pay much heed to a headache, an ache in the backbone or an occasional nausea. Doctors say that most of the people tend to ignore the early symptoms of many diseases, especially those related to the nervous system. For example, the spinal condition called Slipped Disc, whose early symptoms include back pain, are ignored till the condition is critical.

What is a Slipped disc?

Slipped Disc herniation, or Slipped Disc, is a medical condition related to the spinal cord. A tear in the outer, fibrous ring of an invertebral disc allows the soft central portion to bulge out through the damaged outer rings. This occurs due to age related degeneration of the annulus fibrosus, through injuries, trauma, or straining. Tears in the fiber are postero lateral in nature due to the presence of posterior longitudinal ligament in the spinal canal. The tear in discs releases chemical mediators that swell up the region, causing pain, even in absence of nerve root compression. Technically the spinal discs don’t actually slip from the vertebrae but the central portion swells up due to the tear.

What are the symptoms?

  1. The symptoms can vary depending on location of the herniation and the type of tissue involved.
  2. It can range from little to no pain to severe and continuous neck or lower back pain that may spread to regions connected by the same nerve root that are affected by the herniation.
  3. Often patients complain of inexplicable pains in thighs, knees or feet.
  4. Some other symptoms are sensory disturbance like, numbness, tingling, muscular weakness, paralysis paresthesia, and trouble with reflexes.
  5. If the herniation is in the lumbar region, there may be sciatica caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve.
  6. The pain from this symptom is constant in a particular location. Sometimes there are almost no symptoms at all.
  7. Radiating pain can be felt in the lower part of body or both sides, in serious cases.
  8. Some permanent damages are: paralysis, loss of bowel or bladder control as well as sexual dysfunction.

Diagnosis:

Diagnosis is generally done by tests to rule out other cause like spondylolisthesis, tumors, etc.

  1. Straight leg raise is not accurate but a negative on this test rules out the possibility of a lower lumber disk herniation.
  2. X-rays are used to rule out possibilities like tumors, infections, fractures etc. It can confirm the presence of a herniated disc.
  3. MRI shows the soft tissue better than a CAT scan, which merely confirms the herniation visually. MRI provides the most conclusive evidence.
  4. EMG/MCS measure the electrical impulses. This shows whether there is damage in the nerve. This test is used to pinpoint the sources of nerve dysfunction distal to the spine.

 

In most cases a slipped disc doesn’t require surgery; physical therapy tends to cure the condition. Pain and anti-inflammatory medication and injections are given. Surgery is seen as a last resort in serious cases.

Back Pain During Pregnancy

Back Pain during Pregnancy

Back Pain during pregnancy is a very common phenomenon. It is not unusual. Rather it is surprising if you do not experience any pain on your backbone during pregnancy. There are a lot of different reasons why every mother-to-be experiences at least mild spinal pain when they are pregnant. You are carrying another little human being inside you and as that little human grows, your body has to take care of protecting it. This might upset the normal structure of your body and finally lead to phases of pain on your spine.

Different Causes of Back Pain in Pregnancy

Here are the few important causes for the pain during pregnancy:

1. Stress is one of the most obvious reasons for pain on your backbone during pregnancy. Stress affects the weaker areas of your body. So it is possible that during the more stressful and difficult periods of your pregnancy, you might be subjected to pain in your lower back, near your pelvic girdle.

2. Weight Gain is another important reason for this pain during pregnancy. A pregnant woman gains upto thirty five pounds. This additional weight of the growing baby needs to be supported by your spinal cord. It also outs pressure on the blood vessels. Therefore this extra weight causes lower pain in the lower back.

3. The centre of gravity of your body changes when you are carrying a baby. So even without noticing sometimes, you will start changing your posture according to your new centre of gravity. This leads to spinal pain, as your body is not familiar with this new posture and centre of gravity.

4. Hormones are another common cause for back pain during pregnancy. A hormone called relaxing, released during pregnancy loosens the joints in your body to support the weight of the baby properly. It also relaxes some of the joints and ligaments in your body which in turn causes pain and discomfort.

 

Some ways to prevent and Treat the Pain during Pregnancy

There is no way you can keep the pain away totally. But you could at least try to prevent it. But if you do experience it, here are some things you could do to treat the pain.

1. Do not bend over suddenly to pick up anything. Squat to reach for the fallen item. Bending of the spine need to be kept to a minimum.

2. Lock up all your high heels. They are your enemies during pregnancy.

3. Get a back massage every day so that your strained back muscles get some relaxation.

4. Exercise every day. But do only those exercises that strengthen the back and the abdomen. But let your doctor know before you start with them.

5. Put your feet in an elevated position when you sleep. It helps to keep the pain at bay.

So be very careful with your movements during pregnancy. You never know which sudden twist or turn may lead to sleepless nights due to back pain. You need to stay fit, for your baby to stay strong and healthy. So take care!

 

 

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migraine

Migraine: Natural Ways to Reduce the Pain

Migraine is just like an ordinary headache, until you realize that no amount of painkillers can get rid of that incessant pain, whereas painkillers usually do the trick for normal headaches. It is a constant throbbing headache, and more often than not it affects one particular side of your head. Unlike ordinary headaches, migraine brings along with it nausea, sensitivity to sound and light, vomiting and other miscellaneous side effects. In extreme situations, you might even experience visual disturbances, like splotches, flashes, zigzags, weird lights around one black spot et cetera. Yes, migraine is definitely not as trivial as it sounds. It is a painful ailment that plagues at least one thirds of the population now.

Why Does It Happen?

A tough question, but migraine is mainly caused due to neurobiological disorders which cause vascular and neurological changes to your brain during an attack. In fact, scientific research has proven that migraine is hereditary. So chances are, if your parent or a grandparent has migraine, you will too. If due to some reason the “pain centre” in your brain becomes hypersensitive, you’re likely to suffer from migraine.

Natural Ways of Reducing Migraine Pain

Tired of painkillers and allopathic medicines which seem to have no effect on the pain? Then it might be time to let go of such medicines, and resort to natural methods which have been proven to work-

  • Go to a calm environment- When you think you have attack coming up, take a step back from your daily activities. Head to the cool and tranquil part of your house and turn off all lights. Sleep has proven to be immensely helpful in your battle against migraine. It is easier said than done, but if you manage to fall asleep while the pain is still less, you’re likely to make it through with as less suffering as possible. Also, try and maintain fixed sleep patterns, give your body time to adjust, but don’t force yourself to fall asleep either.

  • Consume Caffeine- A caffeinated drink might help during an attack, but drink only in small fixed quantities. Consult a doctor before you do so. Measure out the quantity, if you exceed the prescribed quantity, you might end up doing more harm than good.

  • Essential Oils- The sweet smell of lavender is going to help reduce the headache. It could be mixed with boiling water and inhaled. Or, you could even apply it. You will notice how it calms you down, and reduces the pain in a while. Peppermint oil could also help reduce extreme headache caused by stress.

  • Improve Your Food Habits- Did you know that some of the food items you consume throughout the day can trigger migraine? Try and avoid consuming caffeine, chocolate, alcohol and aged cheese on a daily basis. Maintain regular and healthy eating habits. Skipping meals frequently could trigger migraine as well.

  • Temperature Therapy- Try to apply hot and cold compresses to the head and neck area. Hot water bags or ice packs might help. Ice will numb the area, thus reducing pain.

Migraine can be unbearable, but there is nothing you can do about it. It is a chronic problem, and it is here to stay, just know that you aren’t alone in this battle. All you can do is look for natural ways and remedies to get rid of the pain, and keep trying till you find the one that works for you.

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Know about Athritis Pain

Somethings You Need to Know About Arthritis Pain

Arthritis is a diseases that can happen to anyone and everyone. Though it is more common among women, it does not mean that men don’t experience it. Arthritis pain is basically the pain that you feel in your joints. It is a disease of the joints. It can mild or severe. Usually it progresses with age, but extreme exhaustion at a young age can also cause severe arthritis pain. The human body has a large number of joints and each joint has to be looked after properly so that you can keep the pain at bay.

Why Do You Experience Arthritis Pain?

Here are some of the important reasons for which you end up having arthritis pain :

  • If some of your joints have high uric acid content, it is going to result in arthritis.
  • The most common reason for arthritis is the inflammation of the tissues in your joints.
  • Another important reason for arthritis pain is when the bones of the joint keep rubbing against each other after the cartilage wears off.
  • Also when the synovial fluid dries up in the joints, it leads to arthritis pain.

 

How Can You Treat Arthritis Pain?

There are several ways which will help you to fix your pain.

  1. The best way to treat arthritis pain is to use the hot and cold therapy. Soak the joint experiencing the pain in a tub of warm water. Make sure you do this at least three times a day. This helps to loosen the joints. If you are not a big fan of the hot treatment you could always swap it for the cold treatment. The cold gels or the ice packs work wonders on the affected joint. If you can apply the packs for at least three to four times a day, then you can get rid of the pain rather fast.
  2. Another popular arthritis treatment is massage. A survey says that people who have their affected joint massaged regularly can get rid of the arthritis. The stiffness of the joint disappears and the pain slowly disappears.
  3. Shed the extra weight in your body. Obesity is a very common cause for arthritis. So say good bye to all the extra fat in your body, eat healthy and stay fit.
  4. Regular exercise also treats and prevents arthritis pains. The stretching of the body muscles help in keeping the joints okay. The exercise increases the flexibility of the muscles which prevents any kind of problem in the joints.

Arthritis pains are sometimes chronic and sometimes they are momentary. The momentary ones are less damaging as they stay for lesser periods of time. The chronic pains which make it difficult for you to perform daily activities properly.

So take preventive measures so that even if you experience arthritis pains, they do not last for very long periods of time. Stay healthy and fit and say good bye to arthritis pains.

 

 

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causes of knee pain

The Most Common Causes of Knee Pain

No matter how old or young you are, knee pain is something that visits everyone from time to time. This is a pain that hinders the proper functioning of your body and renders you helpless at the most crucial points in life. Though knee pain is common among the aged, it is not a surprise if it hits you sometime in your youth. But whenever it hits you, the pain is unbearable and ruins your day to day schedule. Therefore you should know the preventive measure against knee pains and if you fall prey to knee pain even after that then you should immediately resort to knee pain treatment.

Why Do You Experience Knee Pain?

There are various causes of knee pain. Here are some of them.

  • One of the common causes of knee pain is the wretched disease named Arthritis. Osteoarthritis, septic arthritis, post-traumatic arthritis and gout are the different types of arthritis that result in severe knee pains. So if you have come from a family which has had instances if arthritis in their medical history, then be sure that knee pains will come to visit you at some point.
  • Another disease that causes knee pain is called bursitis. This occurs because the fluid that cushions a joint slowly dries up causing friction in your knee bones. This usually happens because of kneeling for long periods.
  • Tendonitis also causes knee pains. Due to extreme exhaustion, the tendons swell causing extreme knee pains.
  • One more cause of knee pain is haemarthrosis. This is basically the state when there is internal bleeding in your knee which causes it to bruise and swell and also become stiff.
  • But the most common reason of knee pain is the dislocation of the knee cap. Putting the whole body’s weight or twisting the foot in the wrong direction are the reasons for the knee cap dislocation.

How Should You Treat Your Knee Pains?

The best way to treat your injured knee is to move it as less as possible. Do not put any extra pressure on the injured knee. Another thing that works wonders on knee pains are ice packs. Try using ice packs at least three to four times a day as see how fast it gives you positive results and gets you back on your feet. Painkillers also help. But if none of this work, you should seek medical help.

How Should You Prevent Knee Pains?

You cannot totally prevent knee pains but you can at least try it. The best way is to keep your body fit. Shed all the extra weight because knee pains are often a side effect of obesity. Lots of stretching and exercise also helps to keep knee pain at bay. But don’t go overboard with the exercise.

So look after your knee and try to keep the pains at bay. Stay healthy and fit and arm yourself with all the preventions so that none of the diseases causing knee pain can touch you!

Neck Pain Treatment

Causes of Neck Pain amongst the Youth of Today

Pain in your neck can arise due a variety of reasons, and age is definitely not one of them. You could be merely 15 years old and suffer from severe neck pain, doctors have warned. But why? Youngsters are not supposed to suffer from muscle pain, are they?

Well, that’s where you are mistaken. In fact, as research has proven, young people are now prone to neck and back pain than others. You may have noticed a sudden but extremely acute pain which may have disappeared in a minute or two. And like most youngsters who could care less, you chose to ignore it.

Understanding your Neck

The back of your neck consists of the cervical spine; apart from that there are the ligaments and muscles that support and surround it. So an injury, or undue pressure to anyone of these could lead to neck pain. You probably will not even understand how or what is causing the pain, it might be something as minor as posture or something as serious as spondylitis.

Causes of Neck Pain Amongst Youngsters

There could be any number of causes behind neck pain-

Bad posture is the leading cause of neck pain amongst youngsters. Our lives now revolve around the world of our phones, television and laptop. As a result, youngsters are constantly sitting with their backs arched, looking down at their phones or personal computers. This posture can be deadly for your neck.

You may have accidentally sprained a ligament or muscle in the neck region. Maybe you moved your head the wrong way, or were engaged in heavy physical activity or involved in a car accident. Any of these could lead to a sprain in your neck muscles. A sprain, however is curable. A few days of rest should be sufficient to bring you back to normal life.

Youngsters today are constantly stressed. Studies, work, extracurricular activities and peer pressure adds to the stress on the younger generation. Such stress can cause your muscles to become stiff and remain in the state of a spasm. This may affect your disc joints, causing inflammation and severe pain.

Sudden Onset Torticollis is what happens when your head is twisted to a particular side and becomes very painful and almost impossible to even move it. The pain, usually caused due to sleeping wrong, can be intense but goes away after a few days.

The Different Types of Neck Pain

There is more to neck pain than meets the eye. These are the three most common types of neck pain-

Nonspecific Neck Pain- This is simplest kind of neck pain, and the exact reason behind this is unknown. Hence the name, “nonspecific” neck pain. Usually, it is not a serious neck problem or disease that is contributing to this pain. And full recovery is definitely possible in this case with adequate rest.

Whiplash Neck Sprain- This is due to a sudden jolt to your neck, caused by an accident, car crash etc.

Cervical Radiculopathy- If a nerve root is pressed or compressed or damaged in the neck or cervical region as it is coming out of the spinal cord, it is called Cervical Radiculopathy.

If you thought that there was only one kind of neck pain – the nagging, persistent pain that makes you cringe every-time you move your head, think again! So if you have been facing neck pain, do not ignore it, lest it grows into something much more serious.

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slipped disc treatment

The Ultimate Guide to Slipped Disc Treatment

A slipped disc – known as a prolapsed or herniated plate – happens when one of the circles that sit between the bones of the spine (the vertebrae) is harmed and pushes on the nerves. In majority cases it is seen that it takes time for slipped disc to get cured. The person needs to take adequate medication, rest and gentle exercise. At times it even takes three to six weeks to recover from slipped disc.

There are number of methods for slipped disc treatment which if took after opportune and routinely can get cured rapidly and it is extremely compelling as well:

Keeping Dynamic

It is important for a person with slipped disc to remain active. In the initial stage it may b very difficult for you to move. Take rest for a couple of days in the beginning and then try to move around a bit. This will keep your back mobile and will also help you to recover for quickly. But don’t move around if you are in severe pain. See to it that whatever exercise you are doing is a gentle one and not much pressure is created on your back. The ideal exercise in a slipped disc case is swimming, because water supports your weight and also puts less stress on your joints. In the initial stage when you start moving you might feel it a bit painful, but don’t worry about it because it is normal.

Physiotherapy

As a major aspect of your slipped disc treatment you can always consult your physiotherapist. They are the trained professionals in these cases and use professional means of treatment like back rub and control. They can give you a personalized chart according to your health situation and will also help you to minimise your pain, keep you active and to prevent from any kind of further damage to your back.

Medication

At times you may be prescribed with a number of medicines to help reduce the pain of slipped disc. Some of the medications are listed as bellow:

Analgesics – are a type of pain killers which is very easily available in any pharmaceutical store. Some people are still under the notion that taking pain killers will affect their system and might even reduce the immune system, which is so not true. Taking in pain killers can help to reduce the back pain and make the pain better more quickly.

Codeine – is a higher dose of painkillers which is generally taken with paracetamol. Doctors generally tend to prescribe this medicine when other pain killers have failed to work. This has side effects like constipation.

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs – NSAIDS like, diclofenac, ibuprofen and naproxen helps to reduce any kind of inflammation and also relieve from pain. However, these medicines are not suitable for people suffering from hyper tension, heart failure and asthma.

Surgery

In case of slipped disc treatment surgery is considered in 1 out of 10 cases. Only in cases where the patient is either having nerve problem, or difficulty in walking or standing, or there are some lapses because of previous treatments. There are a number of surgeries which can be taken to consideration in a slipped disc treatment; one of them is Open Discectomy. An Open Discectomy is a technique to evacuate part or the greater part of the slipped circle. It will be completed under analgesic (painkilling prescription). An entry point is made in your spine and the circle is uprooted.

Slipped disc is a problem which can be cured if taken proper care. With proper medicines and gentle exercise there can be a steady recovery.

Back Pain treatment solutions

Bid Adieu To Back Pain and Say Hello To a Happy Life!

One of the most common ailments faced by people today is back pain. In a world where work is slowly taking over everything else, people are bound to fall victim to this problem. Whether you sit in front of a computer all day or lug heavy boxes, back pain is sure to visit you sometime or the other. Doesn’t matter if you are twenty or forty, back pain doesn’t check a person’s age when it comes. Even though age is definitely one of the reasons, there are several other causes as well. But it isn’t necessary for you to resort to medication or surgical treatment immediately. Back Pain Treatment can be done through a lot of natural processes as well.

Causes

Here are certain causes of back pain:

  • Sitting or standing in one place for long
  • Lifting heavy load
  • Extreme exercise at the gym
  • Being overweight
  • Illnesses like Arthritis
  • Accidents

Effects

Here are some of the effects:

  • It limits the movement of our body. You have to be very careful about not making the back work more than necessary.
  • It affects your mood. You are almost always on the edge, either anxious or worried.
  • It also affects your relationship with your family. They are always worried about you and are apprehensive, while you end up snapping at everyone.

Natural Treatments for Back Pain

Some natural ways for back pain treatment are:

  1. Yoga – One of the best ways to get rid of back pain is Yoga. It has been proven through surveys that a person doing yoga regularly has said goodbye to back pain much earlier than other ailing people. Yoga refines the mind as well as stretches the body properly and fixes the problem of back pain in a jiffy.
  2. Apply Ice – Another way to fix your back pain is to apply ice on it immediately after you start experiencing the pain. It is best if you keep applying the ice pack for a day or two after regular intervals. This also fixes the swelling if there is any.
  3. Avoid Bed Rest – If you think that lying in bed and resting will fix your back pain then you are wrong. To fix the back pain keep your body working. The more you let the pain sit idle the greater it’ll become.
  4. Lose Weight – As overweight is one of the main causes for back pain today, it is best if you start shedding some fat here and there. It’ll keep you fit and healthy.
  5. Sleep on Your Side – Your sleeping arrangement greatly affect your back pain. So if you are experiencing back pain, make sure you sleep on your side. It’ll keep your spinal cord in the correct position.

So try these cures to fix your back pain if medication or surgical treatment is not your first option. Follow these to say tata to back pain and stay fit and fine.

6 Simple Ways to Keep Away Body Pains during Winters

6 Simple Ways to Keep Away Body Pains during Winters

These winters have been different from most others. If you live in Delhi or other parts of North India, you know well that these winters weren’t the coldest ones that you’ve seen. But, just after Lohri now, there’s a chill in the air, and the mercury finally seems to be dipping.

Winters are typically associated with several types of body pains. Particularly, we’ve seen higher incidences of nerve – related pain, joint pains and vascular pains during the season.

Here, we bring you 6 Simple Ways to Keep Away these winter pains:

winter body pain tips1 – Keep yourself warm – Needless to say, it’s extremely important to keep yourself warm during winters. Clinical research has shown higher incidence of nerve – related, vascular pain and joint pains if your body is exposed to low temperatures for long periods. This is especially true if you are 60+ in age. So, dress appropriately with body warmers, sweaters and jackets

2- Keep yourself physically active – Shorter days and cold weather outside reduces average activity levels. An average person walks upto 1,000 lesser steps in winters. To avoid pain in knees and other joints, it’s especially important to keep up activity levels. Try and take out time for walking in the afternoons or evenings, even if it is inside your house or office.

3 – Take care of your diet – In winters, it is especially important to ensure that your intake of Vitamin D, Calcium and Vitamin B complex is adequate. Make sure that your diet remains rich in dal, green leafy vegetables (Vitamin B complex), milk (Calcium) and cheese and egg yolk (Vitamin D).

4 – Get enough exposure to sunlight – Lesser exposure to the sun causes Vitamin D deficiency during winters, which can result in fatigue, lethargy and general body pains. Make sure to get atleast 15-20 minutes of sunlight exposure, ideally in the mornings around 9am to 10am.

5 – Actively manage your diseases like diabetes and hypertension to have a pain free winter– If you suffer from diabetes, make sure that you do not overeat foods with high glycemic index (chikki, gajjak etc). If you suffer from hypertension, it is important to keep away from spicy and oily foods.

6 – Visit your pain specialist if your pains continue for more than 2 weeks in winters – Be regular with your prescribed pain medications, but strictly avoid self-medication or over use of pain killers.

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