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I had my ankle surgery done on 30th Aug. Got my plaster off on 7th Oct. my surgery suggested to start physiotherapy. I have been on physio since then and its been a month. I can now walk with a walking stick but i can walk slowly only. I can also walk without any support slowly. My physiotherapist says not to walk much even when I'm comfortable doi

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You can start bearing weight ,can do as much as possible without pain Partial weight bearing followed by total weight bearing ...  Read More

I had a spiral fracture in my left ankle before 37 days. I had a cast on for 30 days, the cast is removed now but doc says it will take 2-3 months to recover fully. Im Putting a crepe bandage most n taking calcium, is it enough? Seeking advice on recovery n aftercare. Will i be able to walk after 2-3 months? The swelling n pain us going away gradua

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Yes ur doctor given proper advise after 6 wks u can start Physiotherapy ...  Read More

I had an ankle hair line fracture on 6 September. I wore my plaster for 15 days as per the suggestion of doctor. It has been about 27days. Now I wear ankle brace and use a stick for walking. After how many days can I turn towards my normal life and quit using my stick?

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Gradually under supervision ...  Read More

Suggest best Doctor for knee replacement in Kolkata and effective cost and recovery period after treatment

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No idea for Kolkata region ...  Read More

My mother is suggested to go for knee replacement surgery, what is the normal recovery period for the same, and also generally how many time will she need to be visiting the doctor before and after the surgery.

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The surgery takes only 2-3 days along with the hospital stay and then the Physiotherapy treatment is the most important part which takes almost 3months for regular treatment and exercises to get compl ...  Read More

Hello Doctor My mother is 63 years old and having severe knee pain.Doctor has advised for knee replacement for both knees but she is scared of the surgery because she is having more weight 80 kg and height is 5.1 .So is it safe to do the knee replacement for her ? Also what is the difference between robotic knee Replacement and other normal knee re

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first will need to see xrays whether it can be conserved or surgery is needed! if you go for surgery then robotic and normal is almost same no problem in that surgery is done by surgeon not by robot i ...  Read More

My wife underwent with the knee replacement surgery 3.5 months ago. She is actually able to walk now but had a lot of pain and swelling problem in the same ankle in which knee surgery had done. So kindly suggest some remedies to go off with this problem.

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Hello, After surgery there are high chances of DVT, deep vein thrombosis in your calf region of that leg which will cause swelling and Pain. This needs to be ruled out by your doctor, because it will ...  Read More

This is regarding my mother. Doctors have prescribed knee replacement. I am looking for knee replacement with faster recovery. I have heard about minimal invasive techniques where in patient recovers fast. It that available in Navi Mumbai. If so where and what is the cost ?

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Hello Sir, First of all, it will be better that she doesn't undergo a knee replacement surgery since her age is 70 years. I would recommend that you take a second opinion from a different orthopedic ...  Read More

I have vitiligo only at my right leg ankle and some what other side,,, what should I do for fast recovery?

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Please send photos for proper diagnosis before starting treatment.... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

Can u tell me some exercises and any further tips for speedy recovery of my ankle sprain

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Do contrast bath (dip your ankle one minute in cold water and 1 minute hot water for 10 times twice a day). Stretching and strengthening exercises of ankle. Or visit nearest physiotherapy centre for w ...  Read More

Hi, how long does cataract surgery take. And what is recovery period? Thank you in advance.

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Surgery takes 15-20 minutes. Recovery period approximately 1 month ...  Read More

She has been dealing with knee pain since many years and had a hip joint replacement surgery in November 2018 due to falling on the floor. She is currently suffering with ankles and feet being swollen. I need advice because currently I cannot take her to the doctor.

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U can share standind knee xray and hip xray ...  Read More

Its been 3 months (12weeks) after calcaneal surgery. I can walk few meters without support but still there is swelling around ankle and can't take weight on toe. What to do for swelling & to improve recovery?

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This treatment is being suggested on bases of the information provided. However I would like to examine & investigate you in detail. -Control Hypertension, Diabetes or metabolic disorder, if th ...  Read More

9 weeks since ankle fusion, still half portion of the foot is kind of numb. What should I do for speed recovery?

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Can happen but should slowly recover ...  Read More

Hip replacement Which company ball m socket should be used in case of hip replacement Need your suggestion

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X ray report And consult me online for more details ...  Read More

Hip replacement Which company ball m socket should be used in case of hip replacement Need your suggestion

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Hello dear ... I would like to know little more info or history of your problems.. It would be great if we can continue our conversation on my private window as here I am restricted to give you few li ...  Read More

I got right ankle injury during minor accident . Currently I am in a recovery mode , have done MRI , attached is report please check if something to worry

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How long back was the injury Based on the MRI findings I would suggest ankle support and rest for 4-6 weeks to allow the soft tissues to heal . ...  Read More

I’ve heard that total knee replacement recovery takes a lot of time. One of my cousins had a deadly accident days ago and the only long-term solution to her medical problems is a total knee replacement surgery. Can someone please inform me the risks involved? Also, how much time would it take to recover after knee replacement?

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Hi there Risk involved depends on various factors like the patient health status, comorbidities etc..generally it takes about 2-3 months again depends on patients age n other things..hope this helps. ...  Read More

HI, please explain is it good going recovery of my humerus hand fracture i have attached my x ray below please give me suggestions

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In the attached x-ray there seems to be sufficient bone. However, I need to see the other view as well, which gives the correct picture. Also you have not mentioned how long has it been since the frac ...  Read More

Hello, I had a bad ankle twist on my right leg today while running. It's also swollen and very painful. Appreciate any suggestions to get treated at home & also how many days it would usually take for complete recovery. Thanks in Advance.

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Pl take pain medication It may take upto 4 wks to heal completely ...  Read More

I want to know best option of knee replacement facility in Lucknow and also want to know the experience also

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You can consult Dr Jamal Ashraf at ujala orthopedic centre. ...  Read More

I had an ankle fracture 2 months ago I got my plaster removed but still cannot walk Pls help me with speedy recovery

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Share xrays. Start physiotherapy. ...  Read More

I sprained my ankle while playing football a day ago . What to do so I can play the finals day after and for my fast recovery .

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ice it. elevate it. make sure it's not broken. get an xray. if it hurts and swollen. get it seen by a sports specialist orthopaedic surgeon ...  Read More

My mother in law has advised to go for knee replacement .so We would like how much it would cost for a knee replacement ?

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Hi The cost depends on hospital which you are choosing Usually each replacement costs 2 to 3 lakhs / knee ...  Read More

Hello I had 5th metatarsal bone fracture about 40 days ago. For the 24 days i remained in kaccha plaster instead of having pakka plaster after 1 week. Is it going to affect my recovery time?

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No ..your foot should be immobilised that's it. Do not walk over the slab . Keep foot elevated. Time to union is 4-6 weeks ...  Read More

I need to know how much cast for hip replacements surgery (right side)please let me know. Thank you

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That depends in type of implant and multiple patient factors like co morbid conditions. One side cemented THR- 1.2-1.5 Lacs. Minimum. Uncemented THR- 1.5- 1.8 Lacs minimum. ...  Read More

I got into an accident recently, and I got injured above and below my ankle (soft tissue injury) is this (image) a sign of recovery or an infection?

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Need to know more about your complaints and problem so that i can guide help you. If you have any quries regarding your health or your family , you can opt for direct consult to chat and cons ...  Read More

For knee replacement which metal/alloy is the best for use age?and where is it best to get it done ?

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There are many multinational making implants, nowadays not a major concern about metal , whatever your treatment regular joint replacement surgeon offers or prefer, it will be good . So no worries. ...  Read More

I had lost two teeths if I get replacement will be lifetime or will be duration of years..plz advise and help me..

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Depends on what kind of replacement you are going to chose. Fixed replacement last 10-15 years for sure. Removable replacements need to be repeated every 3-5 years. ...  Read More

Foot drop bcz of motor nerve power loss in left ankle toe, after desectomy done in lumber spine need recovery of power in left ankle

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You need to get electro therapy till nerve recovers completely. And strengthening exercises for spine and ankle , foot muscles ...  Read More

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