Abstract Whiplash injury is an injury of the neck when the neck is moved forcefully, rapidly in a back and forth direction. It is named so because it mimics the cracking of a whip. Usually the cause of such injury is rear end accidents of cars. Other causes of Whiplash injury can be physical abuse, accidents while playing a sport,…
ABSTRACT Stiff person syndrome is an acquired rare neurological disorder which is presented by the progressive stiffness in the muscles and repetitive frequent episodes of painful spasms in the muscles. SPS or stiff person syndrome is also characterized by muscle rigidity which often becomes worse and improves on its own along with the muscular spasms. These spasms can occur randomly…
Abstract Stiff person syndrome is an autoimmune disorder which mainly affects the brain and spinal cord. In this disease there is stiffness in the muscles of the trunk and limbs, which causes postural changes (lordosis). There may be chronic pain, impaired mobility and stiffness of the whole body. In this article we are going to discuss Stiff person syndrome and…
Abstract This article covers all there is to know about bursitis and its many kinds, as well as some successful natural and herbal treatments. It’s a painful disorder that affects the bursae, which are tiny, fluid-filled sacs that cushion the bones, tendons, and muscles around your joints. Resting the injured joint and preventing it from additional stress are common treatments….
Have you ever imagined how dependent we are on our joints? Rheumatoid arthritis is one very common joint disease faced by many in the middle age group in India. The term arthritis stands for inflammation in the joints and the associated structures. Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disease that involves multiple joints often affecting the extent of movement and…
Abstract Some ailments require early interventions, likewise if not treated at initial state will progress into serious disorders one such ailment is arachnoiditis. It is a chronic neurological disorder that affects the central nervous system of our body. Ayurveda focuses on going to the root level of the cause and then follows “nidanparivarjan chikitsa” (avoiding the root cause of disease)….
Introduction In advanced 21st century of robotics, new methods and strategies for the treatment of various diseases have come in trend from the past decade. Nowadays, there is a popular myth among the population that surgeries are the best treatment of diseases, but the truth is that these methods are less useful and more harmful as they usually show multiple…
Abstract ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) Tear results from leg twist or overstretching of the knee joint. Also, it is a common sports injury, if you are an athlete you are at high risk of an ACL tear. Doctors usually recommend surgery in case of an ACL tear. The article discusses the ACL Tear, the reasons and symptoms of an ACL…
ARTHROGRYPOSIS MULTIPLEX CONGENITA ABSTRACT Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita or AMC is a rare congenital disease affecting the body physically in various ways. In fact, it is known to be a physical sign that is expressed in various diseases. One or more areas of the body get affected by this where to occur contractures that are non-progressive in nature. It is…
Abstract Costochondritis is a medical term used for describing the inflammation of the cartilage which joins the ribs to the breastbone (sternum). The condition can cause mild to severe chest pain, which can sometimes be similar to pain linked to a heart attack or other heart disorders. Costochondritis generally goes away on its own without any specific treatment, though it…