Do you experience menstruation pain for the days your periods last and you’re wondering what you can do to stop or relieve pain during periods. As a woman I do experience pain during my periods, and I do fall in the category of those who experience severe pain that sometimes I can barely walk. I […]
How to deal with menstruation period pain: And ways on how to support your partner. Read More »
Have you just had a broken humerus/shoulder, and you are finding it difficult to sleep in the days following the fracture healing. Patients who come in x-ray with broken humerus always wonder how best they can sleep with a fractured humerus. There are few medical studies that give advice on how best to sleep with
How to sleep comfortably with a broken humerus. Read More »
Have been diagnosed with synovial effusion in a joint (knee, ankle, elbow, shoulder or hip). It is a very common condition I see every day in x-ray and in most cases is benign. Some people find it very annoying. In this article I answer some of the questions you may have about joint effusion, and
Synovial effusion: causes, treatment options & recovery timeline. Read More »
You had a hip replacement surgery, and you are having different kinds of pain in the thigh, groin, buttock, lower back and knee. As a diagnostic radiographer I have worked alongside surgeons during hip replacement surgeries. I will answer the most frequent question I hear patients and internet users ask about pain. I will also
what pain is associated with Post operation hip replacement? Read More »
Have you fractured your hip and you must be wondering whether you will be able to walk again after surgery. And what are the risks, when is it best to walk without support? As a radiographer I will answer these questions based on my knowledge and rely on medical studies about the subject. Happy reading!😀
How long does it take to walk properly after a hip fracture? What studies say: Read More »
What are some situations where you should wear stockings? What are the known effects, are there contraindications and how long should they be worn? As a diagnostic radiographer who works in theatres and interventional radiology, I always see surgeons recommend compression socks for some procedures before and after surgery. And patients usually ask me why
When should you wear compression socks? And for how long: Read More »
Have you just been diagnosed with hallux valgus and you are wondering about the treatment options available, how bunions can be corrected without or without surgery. What rehabilitation and natural treatments are available. The recommendations given apply to whether you have a mild or a more severe form of hallux valgus. I write this article
Can hallux valgus (bunion) be corrected without surgery? Some Facts from studies. Read More »
Have just injured any metacarpal bone in your hand. And you are wondering what treatment options are available and how long it will take to heal and return to activities such as sports. As a diagnostic radiographer who sees these kinds of fractures every other day, I will answer frequently asked questions about metacarpal fracture.
How long does it take to heal a metacarpal fracture in the hand? Treatment options: Read More »
I guess each one of us has had a muscle injury, (sprain, tear). These kinds of injuries are quite common in people who play sports. The question is, what would you do if you suspect a tear? What treatment and recovery time are needed? How can you avoid recurrences? I will answer this question based
Muscle Strain Healing: What to Expect & How to Speed Up Recovery. Read More »
Have just fractured your tibial plateau knee and wondering how long the recovery and healing timeline is going to last. Or about the treatment options and what you can do to maximise your chances of recovering quickly and well. In this article I will answer your questions based on my knowledge as a diagnostic radiographer
How long does it take to recover from a tibial plateau fracture? Read More »
