Peripheral neuropathy may be either inherited or acquired through disease processes or trauma. In some cases, no cause can be identified and this is termed idiopathic peripheral neuropathy. Road traffic accidents Falls Sports-related injuries Surgical procedures Dislocated bone Fractured bone Repeated stress/ motion Diabetes Shingles (post herpetic neuralgia) Vitamin deficiency, particularly B12 and folate Alcohol […]
Since there’s no cure for OA, prevention is your best choice. You can lower your risk by: Staying physically active Maintaining a healthy weight Preventing injuries to your joints Quit smoking and alcohol consumption Taking natural vitamin D by sun bath Consuming healthy diet rich in calcium and Vitamin C Maintaining your Blood pressure Exercising […]
Symptoms of osteoarthritis vary, depending on which joints are affected and how severely they are affected. However, the most common symptoms are pain and stiffness, particularly first thing in the morning or after resting. Affected joints may get swollen, especially after extended activity. Osteoarthritis symptoms often develop slowly and worsen over time. Signs and symptoms […]
Osteoarthritis was long believed to be caused by the “wear and tear” of joints over time. Here are some of the factors that contribute to the development of OA: Aging: The single most common cause of osteoarthritis is aging, as use of the joint over many years is likely to lead to breakdown of cartilage. Family […]
It’s always better to take precautions in order to keep yourself away from any disease. To avoid leg pain you must Stay hydrated Maintain a normal weight Quit smoking or any other hazardous habit Eat healthy Exercise regularly Leg Pain Home Remedy Acute and minor leg pain can be alleviated by some home remedies. You […]
You might complain that your leg pain is constant or intermittent in nature developing either suddenly or gradually. It may affect your whole leg or it may remain to a localized area. Pain from muscles and joints often can be felt or palpated, meaning that touching the area reproduces the pain. However, the pain may […]
There are many causes of leg pain. However, only some of these are medically serious. Minor leg pain or discomfort will often disappear within a short time and can be eased or relieved with at-home treatments while severe leg pain needs medical treatment. Leg pain is an umbrella term whose causes related to your bone, […]
It’s impossible to prevent the unforeseen events that often cause hand and wrist injuries, but these basic tips may offer some protection: Adopt good working posture Exercise regularly Reduce weight Quit alcohol and smoking Take healthy diet and adequate amount of calcium daily Light up your living space to prevent any injury If you spend […]
Symptoms of hand and wrist pain may vary, depending on what’s causing it. For example, osteoarthritis pain is often described as being similar to a dull toothache, while carpal tunnel syndrome usually causes a pins-and-needles feeling, especially at night. The precise location of your hand and wrist pain also can give clues to what might […]
Hand and wrist almost shares the same causes. The major etiological factors comprises of: Fractures, dislocation or injury: A fracture or dislocation of one of the bones in the hand is a common cause of hand pain. This is usually associated with severe pain, and often there is inflammation and tenderness in the area. Gout: Gout is […]
