My 80-year-old diabetic uncle fell from his bed and now has swelling on his left thigh. The X-ray shows a fracture. Can this heal without surgery or is surgery necessary? At his age and with diabetes, is surgery even safe for him?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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NEED PLASTER TO HEAL PROPERLY.

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My dad has terrible lower back pain from a slipped disc shown on MRI two discs shifted to the right, causing awful pain in his right leg. He can barely walk or sit but doesn't want surgery. What meds or exercises could help ease his pain?

physiotherapy and painkillers to manage your condition

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Can anyone recommend good hospitals in Hyderabad for bunion surgery and what's the usual cost for the procedure

For bunion surgery in Hyderabad, hospitals like Yashoda Hospitals, Sri Sri Holistic Hospitals, and Star Hospital are well-regarded for their orthopedic expertise and specialized treatments. Bunion surgery costs typically range from ‚Çπ40,000 to ‚Çπ1,50,000

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I partially tore my ACL while playing soccer and I'm worried if it'll heal on its own or if I need surgery. Can physiotherapy fix it or is surgery the only option? I don't want to rush into an operation if rest and rehab can do the trick.

Only grade 3 ACL tear require surgery.Conservative tt is advised to the patient.

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