Interferential therapy uses the physiological impacts of mid-frequency electrical stimulation to reduce sprains, spasms, and strains of muscles. These current waves produce an intermittent massaging effect on the injured area, producing endorphins and encephalins, which are natural analgesics of the body. It helps relieve pain, enhancing blood flow, speed up recovery, and reduce swelling.
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Please suggest treatment options for knee and foot pain.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 40-year-old man. I have the following problems while walking. I have foot pain in the early morning after walking or sitting for a long time. It was diagnosed a few years ago as plantar fasciitis. I use shoes with special support, insoles, and cushion on the socks. Also, I have... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have understood your concern about pain in sole and knee joint. As per your provided information, it is clear that due to improper walking patterns and imbalance in muscles of the foot, weight distribution in the sole is altered, and after a long time, slowly, ... Read Full »
Will I get more shin pain with skating?
Query: Hi doctor, I am sidelined from running with shin splints right now. I will be foam rolling and stretching for the next couple of weeks. I was wondering if cross straining with skating would help or exacerbate the issue? My initial thought was that skating has a lower impact than running but stil... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have understood your concern about shin splint pain. See commonly any sportspersons who engage in vigorous training like skating and all, they will be getting more shin pain because it involves more front muscles of lower legs. For training and sports performance... Read Full »
Can you suggest some exercise and supplements for weak bones?
Query: Hi doctor, My shoulder bone was dislocated before six months. I can move my hand upright, but while sleeping it is paining. What kind of deficiency can be there? I am eating non-vegetarian food regularly from childhood. Please suggest me some exercise and supplement as my bones are weak. Thank y... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have understood your concern. Dislocation is accidental slippage of bone from the actual space and when it happens, it will make surrounding muscles, ligaments and capsule over stretch and so ultimately pain will be due to all structures. First, you need to strengthen t... Read Full »