Occupational Physiotherapy- Related articles, Q&A, & doctors

Health Q&A

6 weeks after L5-S1 microdiscectomy

Hi, I am post 6 weeks after my L5-S1 minimally invasive microdiscectomy surgery. I am feeling better and have some soreness/cramps in my muscles esp. in the hamstrings and calf area. If I walk for some time I have some soreness in my lower back. Other than walking I am doing nothing and no physiotherapy yet. My doctor told me that I can start driving carefully after 1 week but I haven't tried since I was afraid of the road and traffic. I was restricted to do bending, twisting and sitting more than 30 minutes but it was not mentioned till when I have to restrict myself. I am following the same pattern from day 1 post surgery except there is some increment in walking distances. I want an advise on when I can start my normal life (excluding exercises) which will not have an impact. Also I am rejoining back to my office after my 8 weeks post surgery. So please advise on the do's and don'ts at this moment. I am 94 kg male with moderate physical activity before surgery.

103 fever in every 6 hrs with shivering

Having fever with shivering from last four days, plz suggest medicines, feeling very week, reports uploaded. Past treatment:lupus, osteoporosis, Hrepes Zoster, motor plexopathy right side.

Shin Splints

I think I got shin splints and then took 6 weeks off. I started running a week ago and a done a few runs since and my legs have started hurting again. I am wondering whether it was actually shin splint and something worse.

Catch lifted 64 kegs

Lifted up 64 kg weight and there was sudden catch taking physiotherapist treatment since 1 week but Left side rib down side pain. And Stomach down side abdomen left side and backside also still pains . Stomach n ribs left side burning doctor saying it will reduce but still not

Nick pain and there is swelling

I smoke so with in the one or two month there is a pain or swelling in my nick . i am take medicine from the medical store but nothing work

View All Questions

Health Feed

Severe Leg Pain During Early Pregnancy: Is It Normal or Something More?

Pregnancy brings along many physical changes, and mild aches or discomfort are often considered normal. However, when pain becomes severe ,persistent ,or starts affecting daily activities like walking, it should not be ignored.One such concern is pain radiating from lower back ...

Shockwave Therapy: Do You Really Need It?

IntroductionPain that doesn’t go away might make daily living and performance difficult. Nowadays, shockwave therapy is seen by many patients as a sophisticated form of physical therapy. However, is it always required?Before prescribing treatment, we at Elite Physiotherapy and Sports Injury ...

Conditioning vs Strength Training – What Athletes Really Need

IntroductionAthletes in contemporary sports frequently mix up strength training with conditioning. Both are necessary. However, performance and injury risk are defined by the proper balance. We witness athletes who overtrain one area while ignoring another at Elite Physiotherapy and Sports ...

Common Injuries in Young Athletes & How Physiotherapy Helps

Introduction – Why Young Athlete Injury Physiotherapy MattersThe number of young people participating in sports is rising quickly. However, the danger of injury is increased by early specialization and rigorous training. The goals of young athlete injury physical therapy include ...

Disc Bulge vs Sciatica: Know the Real Cause of Your Leg Pain

Leg and low back pain frequently perplex individuals. A common misconception is that the two circumstances are interchangeable. Disc bulge and Sciatica, however, are two distinct clinical issues. Comprehending this distinction facilitates the selection of appropriate physiotherapy interventions ...

View All Articles

Occupational Physiotherapy