Dr Ravi Sahuta

  Arthritis:  All You Need To Know! Arthritis is an underlying condition in which the joints become inflamed. It may affect a single joint or several joints. There are over 100 different types of arthritis, each with its own set of causes and treatments. Osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are two of the most common types of arthritis (RA). Arthritis symptoms usually appear gradually over time, but they can also occur suddenly. Arthritis is most common in people over 65, but it can also affect children, teenagers, and younger adults. Women and overweight people are more likely to develop arthritis than men. What are some of the signs and symptoms of arthritis? The common symptoms that most patients of arthritis experience are joint pain, stiffness, and swelling. Your range of motion may also be limited, and the skin around the joint may become red. Many people with arthritis observe that their symptoms are exacerbated in the morning. Due to the inflammation cause...

Impingement of the shoulder is a common cause of shoulder pain. Because it's so common in swimmers, it's also known as impingement syndrome or swimmer's shoulder. The different athletes who use their shoulders a lot, such as baseball or softball players, are prone to it. The rotator cuff connects your upper arm bone to your shoulder with a group of muscles and tendons. They assist you in lifting and rotating your arm. The rotator cuff is located underneath the acromion, which is the top of the shoulder. Your rotator cuff rubs or catches against the acromion if you have shoulder impingement. The space between the acromion and rotator narrow opens up when you raise your arm. The distance between the rotator cuff and acromion narrows increasing pressure. The rotator cuff is irritated by the increased pressure, resulting in impingement. Symptoms include: The pain in your arm is mild but persistent. Pain that radiates from your front shoulder to the side of your arm A pain that ...