I have ACL and MCL tears and I'm recovering without surgery through Ayurvedic treatment will masturbation slow down my healing or cause any issues

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My mom has had arthritis for over 20 years and now her fractured leg isn't healing properly. She keeps getting repeated wounds near the surgery area why is this happening? What can we do to help her recover? Will her bone eventually form properly, and how long might the healing take?

Patient is advised for orthopedician opinion for further treatment.

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Had ACL surgery back in December 2017 and wondering if it's okay to start heat therapy on it now? Not sure if it's too late or if it'll still help with any lingering stiffness or discomfort. What do you think?

I recommend starting with physiotherapy and painkillers to manage your condition. If there's no significant improvement after a reasonable period, we can then consider surgical options.

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My mom's doctor recommended knee surgery but I'm not sure when it's really needed or at what age it's usually advised. Are there certain signs that make surgery necessary? Also, could Ayurveda help avoid surgery for knee problems?

NO, only sx advisable.

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