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Common Orthopedic Problems and What Causes them

  Orthopedic problems are becoming common among people as they age.We are all aware that these orthopedic problems are not a sudden development, instead they slowly develop over a period of time. Taking good care and knowledge about the orthopedic problem and its prevention can help us keep these problems at bay. Let us look into the most common orthopedic problems: Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis largely affects hands, fingers, ankles and spine. This affects your daily life functions as it decreases the flexibility of the affected areas. The best ortho hospital in Bangalore would recommend treatments and exercises to increase flexibility and ease of motion of the affected areas. Muscle Atrophy : This condition occurs when there is a loss of muscle tissue which in turn makes it difficult to move.  Osteomalacia: Occurs when bones soften with age. It often results in bone pain, bow legs and frequent fractures. Increasing the intake of Vitamin D can help avoid this condition. Os...

Neurological Problems and Symptoms Associated With it

  Neurological disorders affect the brain and the central and autonomic nervous system of the body. This nervous system which not only includes brain , spinal cord but also comprises eyes, ears, sensory organs of smell and taste is susceptible to various disorders.  The neurological disorders include a wide range of disorders  such as brain tumors, Autism, epilepsy, ADD. While some Neurological problems are temporary some are serious and require immediate medical attention. There are more than about 600 such neurological disorders for which the causes may include : Congenital abnormalities Genetic disorder Brain injuries Neurological disorder symptoms can either arise from one nerve or many.Let us look into the most common signs and symptoms of a neurological disorder: Frequent tremors and seizures Slurred speech Impaired mental ability Persistent or sudden onset of headache Numbness or tingling Inability to move part of, or a complete side of the body. Severe nausea or v...