my mom broke her hand bone and we got surgery done with an indian plate i want to know if indian plates are good or should we have gone for imported ones

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my father has stage 3 osteoarthritis in both knees and the doctor said knee replacement is the only option is this really necessary or are there other treatments we can try first

For stage 3 osteoarthritis, knee replacement is often recommended if non-surgical treatments like physiotherapy, medications, or injections no longer relieve pain. However, other options like hyaluronic acid injections or stem cell therapy may also help.

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What is the fastest way to heal a sore tailbone?

Lean forward while sitting down. Apply heat or ice to the affected area. Sit on a doughnut-shaped pillow or wedge (V-shaped) cushion. Take over-the-counter pain relievers

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I'm 6 weeks post-op from arthroscopic surgery on my right shoulder for an ALPSA lesion and need to start active movements and external rotation exercises. Since I can't see a physio right now, what exercises can I safely do at home? I also have slight pain during internal rotation should I be concerned about that?

ortho opinion is advised to the patient at apollo hospital.

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