Investing in your Bones and Joints is like a long term investment policy.The Premiums that you pay today will pay the dividends later much later.Sometimes You have to have blind trust in your investments..so Believe in me and slowly start investing...
The Heels are getting higher and higher--The Podiatrists call it Shoe-cide.
Ultra high heels force the force the feet into a position that puts stress on the balls of the foot.Too much pressure can inflame the nerves that surround them.Chronic stress can even lead to hairline fracture of the foot bones
High heels add to the risk of ankle sprain-esp a lateral sprain.A severe sprain may even tear the ligament.the risk of osteoarthritis rises with sprains and fractures in any joint.
In flat shoes there is no arch support whatsoever.This keeps the feet from functioning optimally-can lead to knee hip and back problems.Poor arch support problem is also associated with a painful foot condition called planter fasciitis.
Planter Fascia which runs at the bottom of the foot works best with proper arch in the foot.Overstretching tearing or inflammation causes intense pain in the heel .Resting provides only temporary relief.
Stylish but pointed toes squeeze the entire front of the foot-eventually causing nerve pain,bunion,blisters and hammertoes.
A bunion is a painful lump at the base of the big toe-it causes the toe to bend unnaturally.Pointy toed shoes are a important factor.Good surgical treatment is available for this condition.
Rocker Bottom shoes facilitate the push off motion as we walk.However it is not recommended for older people or those who have balance problems.
As we celebrate the 61st year of our raucous and irrepressible Republic, Times of India invited its viewers to share something that makes us feel like a Real Indian.
Seen on a highway many a times:Chilled beer Served Hear!!
Mushrooming around the city are numerous boards :
@Lurn English Fast
@Laila Message Parlour
In our search for similar stories we found a few in the notes written by Indian Doctors
@ She has had no rigors or shaking chills, but her husband states
she was very hot in bed last night!
@ Discharge status: Alive but without permission!
@ The patient refused an autopsy!
@ The patient has no past history of suicides!
@ On the second day the knee was better,
and on the third day it disappeared completely!
@ Between you and me, we ought to be able to get this lady
pregnant!
@ Since she can’t get pregnant with her husband, I thought you
might like to work her up!!!
@ She is numb from her toes down!
@ While in the ER, she was examined, X-rated, and sent home!!
@ I saw your patient today, who is still under our car for physical
therapy!!
@ Skin: Somewhat pale but present!!
@The pelvic examination will be done later on the floor!!
Always be suspicious of any health professional who:
- Suggests or asks for an intimate sexual relationship. This is totally inappropriate behavior. Any practitioner who crosses this boundary should be reported.
- Promises you can be cured. Many therapies may help your condition, but there is no cure for most kinds of arthritis and related diseases ñ and no reputable practitioner will promise a cure.
- Tells you to stop or decrease prescription medications. Never stop or change doses of prescription drugs without talking to your physician. Stopping certain medications (such as glucocorticoids like cortisone) abruptly can be dangerous.
- Other drugs may be necessary to keep your overall management program in balance. Stopping some prescription drugs, especially those for rheumatoid arthritis or lupus, can lead to flares of disease activity.
- Advises a severely restricted diet. No, we don't mean a vegetarian diet ñ I mean a diet that is extreme or involves eliminating many types of foods. If you want to go this route, ask your doctor for a referral to a nutritionally-oriented physician or to a registered dietitian with expertise in arthritis who will help you plan a well-balanced diet.
- Insists you pay in advance for a series of expensive treatments. No practitioner can predict how you might respond to a treatment, and you should not have to pay for treatments you do not receive or need.
- Cannot show you a license or a certificate from an approved school or organization in his or her specialty. Anyone can claim to be an expert Ask for proof.
Advises you to keep the treatment a secret from your doctor, or anyone else. Good medical treatments are not secrets ñ they are shared in the medical community.
It is characterized by the breakdown of the joint’s cartilage. Cartilage is the partof the joint that cushions the ends of the bones and allows easy movement of joints. The breakdown of cartilage causes the bones to rub against each other, causing stiffness, pain and loss of movement in the joint.
Risk factors:
Age. Incidences of OA increase as you age. The older you are, the more you have used your joints.
Obesity. Obesity is a worldwide epidemic. Increased body weight is a serious factor in the development of OA, particularly in your knees, which carry the brunt of your weight day in and day out..
Injury or Overuse. Athletes and people who have jobs that require doing repetitive motion, such as landscaping, typing or machine operating, have a higher risk of developing osteoarthritis.
Muscle Weakness. Studies of the knee muscles not only show that weakness of the muscles surrounding the knee can lead to OA, but that strengthening exercises for thigh muscles are important in reducing the risk.
Other Diseases and Types of Arthritis. People with rheumatoid arthritis tend to have a greater chance of developing.Many other diseases are similarly implicated.
Stages of Osteoarthritis
Cartilage loses elasticity .
Wear of cartilage causes changes to underlying bone.
Bony growths, called spurs or osteophytes, develop near the end of the bone.
Bits of bone or cartilage float loosely in the joint space..
The joint fluid doesn’t have enough hyaluronan, which affects the joint’s ability to absorb shock.
Through exercise, you can improve your overall health and fitness, as well as your arthritis symptoms.
Exercise can:
Keep joints moving
Strengthen muscles around joints
Keep bones strong and healthy
Help you complete daily activities more easily
Improve your overall health and fitness, including increasing your energy, improving your sleep, controlling your weight, strengthening your heart and improving your self-esteem and sense of well-being.
Regular exercise can also help you effectively manage pain. A physical therapist, occupational therapist, exercise physiologist or doctor can recommend an exercise program for you.
Your program should include range-of-motion (the normal amount your joints can be moved in a certain direction) exercises to keep your joints flexible.
It also should include endurance exercise, such as water exercise, walking or riding a stationary bicycle. Endurance exercises help keep your heart, lungs, bones and muscles strong. They help your body work more efficiently and give you more stamina so that you can work longer without tiring as quickly.
Some experts think alternative exercise, such as yoga and tai chi, can be beneficial for people with arthritis.
SIMPLE WAYS TO BE GOOD TO YOUR JOINTS
Maintain your ideal body weight. The more you weigh, the more stress you are putting on your joints, especially your hips, knees, back and feet.
Move your body. Exercise protects joints by strengthening the muscles around them. Strong muscles keep your joints from rubbing against one another, wearing down cartilage. We can help you get started on an exercise program that works for you.
Stand up straight. Good posture protects the joints in your neck, back, hips and knees.
Use the big joints. When lifting or carrying, use largest and strongest joints and muscles. This will help you avoid injury and strain on your smaller joints.
Pace yourself. Alternate periods of heavy activity with periods of rest. Repetitive stress on joints for long periods of time can accelerate the wear and tear that causes OA.
Listen to your body. If you are in pain, don't ignore it. Pain after activity or exercise can be an indication that you have overstressed your joints.
Don't be static. Changing positions regularly will decrease the stiffness in your muscles and joints.
Forget the weekend warrior. Don't engage in activities your body for which your body isn't prepared. Start new activities slowly and safely until you know how your body will react to them.
•Lose weight. You won't just look better – you’ll feel better, too. Every extra pound you gain puts four times the stress on your knees. The flip side is that even a small amount of weight loss will give your knees relief.
•Build strong bones.
•Boost your calcium intake, because a diet rich in this important mineral helps to keep your bones sturdy and can lower your risk of osteoporosis (the brittle bone disease). There are plenty of sources besides milk, including yogurt, broccoli, kale, figs, salmon and calcium supplements.
•Visit the great outdoors.
•Besides the soothing, relaxing benefits of breathing fresh air and observing nature, the great outdoors provides many opportunities for burning extra calories while having fun. Gardening and other yard work is just one way to firm up your arms and legs, while being productive, too.
•Walk Fido.
•Pets don't just help your mental health, they also help your physical health. Walking your dog is a great excuse for getting yourself into shape. Use a sturdy leash that is easy to grip, such as a thick leash with a loop handle
•Buddy up.
•Working out with friends is one of the easiest ways to keep your exercise program on track. Try walking with a friend after work.
