Happy Patients Speak

    Arpana Shejwal came to Orthofit with Corn on the sole of Foot – “I suffered for 1 yr but Orthofit’s Mr. Shah cured me within a month. I am happy to walk without pain and limping” Prakash Shah had Heel Pain in his Right Leg – “At last found where we needed to…

Causes of back pain in children

Obesity and poor posture Heavy schoolbags carried on one shoulder or in one hand Incorrectly packed backpacks Sedentary or inactive lifestyle, such as watching a lot of television or sitting in front of the computer Injuries caused by vigorous sports such as kho-kho, football, flexibility-dependent sports such as gymnastics or dance and power sports such…

Can your heart handle the holiday season?

Holiday heart syndrome is an irregular heartbeat pattern presented in individuals who are otherwise healthy. The term is defined as “abnormal heart rhythms sometimes following excessive alcohol consumption; usually temporary”. Holiday heart syndrome can be the result of stress, dehydration, and drinking alcohol. It is sometimes associated with binge drinking common during the holiday season. The condition can also occur when individuals consume only moderate amounts…

Orthotics – A Natural Cure

Orthotics – A Natural Cure The human foot was originally designed to walk on natural, soft surfaces like earth and sand. Instead, we now spend most of the day on unnatural, hard, flat surfaces like pavements and floors that force our feet to flatten and twist, resulting in a condition known as “Excess Pronation”. It…

Chondromalacia Patella (Runner’s Knee)

Chondromalacia Patella (Runner’s Knee) Chondromalacia Patella, more commonly known as Runners Knee, generally starts out as a vague pain during or after exercising and is the most common cause of pain in the front of the knee. It often occurs in: (a) Athletes and young adults and is associated with overuse, injury, trauma or abnormal…

Anterior Cruciate Ligament & Knee Osteoarthritis

Anterior Cruciate Ligament & Knee Osteoarthritis Ligaments are tough, rope-like connective fibers that connect bones to each other, connect cartilage to joints, and support internal organs such as the kidneys. The Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is one of the main ligaments of the knee joint, which links the upper leg bone (Femur) with one of…

Braces – An Overview

Braces – An Overview The simplest type of brace is a one-piece sleeve made of an elastic rubber – Neoprene that fits snugly around the knee area. Appropriate for use by patients with relatively mild Osteoarthritis, these sleeves, which are available over the counter at most pharmacies, compress the affected area, providing warmth and a…

Patellar Tracking Disorder

Patellar Tracking Disorder Patellar tracking disorder is an imbalance in the knee area that causes the kneecap (Patella) to shift or tilt out of place as the leg bends or straightens. Symptoms include a dull ache under or around the kneecap, or a popping, grinding, slipping, or catching sensation in the kneecap as the knee…

Diabetic Neuropathies

Diabetic Neuropathies Diabetic Neuropathies are a family of nerve disorders caused by diabetes. People with diabetes can, over time, develop nerve damage throughout the body. Some people with nerve damage have no symptoms. Others may have symptoms such as pain, tingling, or numbness – loss of feeling – in the hands, arms, feet, and legs.…