What could cause bloating and gas despite eating healthy?
Hi doctor,
I am a 27 year old female. I am a fitness enthusiast and on a very disciplined and healthy diet and exercise schedule. Yet, I suffer from bloating, gas, and constipation. I have tried everything, including digestive enzymes, probiotics, and green leafy vegetables. But the problem is intact. I am on a lactose and gluten-free diet currently.
Please help.
20 Apr 2024 - 1 min read
When to start physiotherapy after bilateral hip replacement?
Hi doctor,
I had bilateral hip replacement surgery done recently. The right hip was replaced last month, and the left hip was replaced this month. Is it advisable to do physiotherapy now?
18 Apr 2024 - 1 min read
What is the best exercise plan to get stronger and stay fit?
Hi doctor,
I am a 20-year-old male. I would like to improve my muscle strength. I want to know how exercise helps in improving muscle strength. Kindly tell the various aspects of exercise, from its positive impact on cardiovascular health and weight management to its role in reducing stress and enhancing mental clarity. Also, tell the different types of exercises, including aerobic activities, strength training, flexibility exercises, and more, highlighting their unique advantages. Also, advise on setting fitness goals, finding the right exercise regimen for my needs and preferences, and overcoming common barriers that might hinder my exercise journey.
Kindly help.
08 Mar 2024 - 1 min read
I suffer from neck and shoulder pain from three years. What do you suggest?
Hello doctor,
I am a 21-year-old female. I have been suffering from neck and shoulder pains almost every single day for about three years now. It occurred suddenly one day very mildly. I just assumed I 'slept wrong' and thought it would go away on its own. The pain has been more on my right side. It has progressed very slowly but I feel like it just gets worse each day. I have an appointment with a chiropractor in four days. I believe I have mild scoliosis from my observations of lower right shoulder and neck pain. So, I have always noticed for some years now that the vein on the right side of my neck (I think it is the jugular vein) bulges from time to time when I am straining, yelling, coughing, etc. But, I never paid much attention to it since I thought it was normal and never had any issues or concerns. Now, for the past few days, I have been feeling a lot of discomfort along with my usual neck and shoulder pain. I can feel it bulging with a minimal amount of strain. I am very worried, but since it is only about a 1 or 2 on a pain scale from 1 to 10, I am not sure if it is too serious. I am not experiencing any other symptoms aside from this pain. That area of my neck looks normal for the most part except when the vein bulges. I currently do not have any health insurance and do not want to go to the hospital for something minor.
18 Feb 2024 - 1 min read
Can you suggest physiotherapy treatment for plantar fasciitis and knee pain?
Hello doctor,
I am a 40-year-old man. I have foot pain which was diagnosed a few years ago as plantar fasciitis. I use shoes with special support, insoles, and cushion on the socks. I also have pain in my right knee, especially on the inner side. I want to know if there are any exercises or stretches I can do to improve my condition. Also, can you suggest any other home treatment options for the knee and the feet? I am giving you some more details about the presenting complaint. Regarding foot pain, I feel it early in the morning after walking or after sitting for a long period. And the knee pain is usually while walking. However, the condition gets worse if I walk after sitting for long periods as well. I have been going to the Chiropractor for a few months. The knee pain has gotten better. They have recommended hamstring stretches, quadriceps stretches, wall stretches for the calf, foot stretches, and bridge exercises. For the knee pain, they have diagnosed sore muscles in the inner thigh, right above the knee and it is responding well to such treatment. Also, based on the tests they suggest my gluteal muscles are not activating fully due to prolonged sitting.
13 Feb 2024 - 1 min read
