Sciatica Sciatic nerve is a largest nerve present in the body that runs from lower part of the back to the leg. Sciatica is a condition affecting the sciatic nerve and can cause pain anywhere from the back to the toes of the feet. Only one side of the body is usually affected. Sciatica is not a disorder by itself but is a symptom of problems involving the sciatic nerve such as herniated disk (disc protrusion) or spinal stenosis (narrowing of ...

Neck problems may be a sign of some other underlying health problem Neck pain is a common occurrence in all individuals. It can range from minor sprains to major problems such as tears causing damage to soft tissues in the neck.  Overuse or injury can cause neck problems apart from everyday wear and tear. These problems can occur due to sprains or strains during involvement in recreational events, work-related responsibilities, or doing er ...

Overview Low back pain affects almost everyone at some point of time and has adverse effect on an individual’s ability to work and participate in daily activities. It is the commonest cause of work related disability and in US alone 50 billion dollars are spent yearly on low back pain treatment.   Causes and risk factors for development of low back pain There are many reasons for development of low back pain. Factors such as li ...

What is plantar fasciitis? Plantar fascia is a tendon like structure running along the bottom of the feet starting from the heel. This fascia provides cushioning effect to the foot by acting like a rubber band. Damage to the fascia- plantar fasciitis is the commonest cause for pain in the heel and various synonyms are used to describe it like “jogger’s heel”, “heel spur”, “policeman’s heel” and &ld ...

Overview of Achilles tendon and its injuries Achilles tendon is a group of tough tissues that connect the heel bone to the muscles of the lower leg. It is the strongest tendon in the body since it bears the entire body weight of an individual. Many of our day to day activities like walking, running, jumping and standing on toes are totally dependent on the Achilles tendon. This tendon is capable of carrying three to twelve times the body weigh ...