How Sleep Position Affects Your Spine Health: Best & Worst Sleeping Habits

How Sleep Position Affects Your Spine Health

Sleep plays a crucial role in how your body rests, heals, and recharges. Your nighttime sleep habits can impact your spine health in ways you may not realise.Sometimes, morning stiffness or mild back pain isn’t due to an injury but linked to your sleep patterns. The good news is that small changes and better awareness […]

7 Impact of Obesity on Bone and Joint Health

7 Impact of Obesity on Bone and Joint Health

The bones and joints play a key role in aiding movement, posture, and day-to-day activities. When the body carries excess weight, the load on these structures increases. Over time, this can influence flexibility, comfort, and mobility. Understanding this relationship can help prevent early complications and support long-term wellness. 7 Impacts of Obesity on Bone and […]

How to Prepare Your Body for Orthopedic Surgery

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Orthopedic surgery can be a life-changing step toward restoring mobility and living a pain-free life. However, if you are planning a joint replacement surgery, ligament reconstruction, or orthopedic implant removal surgery/procedure, taking time to prepare your body may help make the recovery process faster and easier. We shall see how this is possible with the […]

7 Types of Orthopedic Surgery

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Our bones and joints help us move, stay active, and remain independent. However, comfort and mobility can sometimes be affected by age, trauma, or lifestyle-related stress. Orthopedic surgery will assist in regaining the strength, stability, and movement, enabling individuals to resume their normal lives without pain. Our skilled orthopedic surgeons use advanced technology and compassionate […]

How Long Hours of Sitting Are Damaging Your Spine (And What You Can Do About It!)

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Spending long hours at our screens has quietly changed the way we use our bodies. While it may feel comfortable, sitting for extended hours puts constant pressure on the spine and the muscles that support it. Over time, long sitting hours reduce spinal strength, flexibility, and posture. The good news is that these effects can […]

10 Common Orthopedic Problems and How to Prevent Them

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Pain in the knee, back, neck, or shoulder is common, but most can be treated effectively with early intervention.. Have you ever wondered what orthopedic care is and how it can help you? This guide explains the most frequent orthopedic issues, how to avoid them, and when to visit a specialist. What Are Orthopedic Problems […]

Bone Health and Vitamin D: What Orthopedic Doctors Recommend

Bone Health and Vitamin D: What Orthopedic Doctors Recommend – Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals illustration showing vitamins A, B, C, and D promoting bone strength.

Our body is built on the bones, which provide us strength, mobility and protection. Bone health is even more significant as we age. Many individuals may have low bone density or joint issues without realizing that the key to stronger bones can be simple, maintaining a balance of Vitamin D and calcium. In this article, […]

Can Poor Posture Lead to Permanent Spine Damage? A Doctor’s Perspective

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Poor posture has become a silent health issue today due to busy schedules, frequent use of mobile phones, and lack of physical activity.. While it may not seem harmful initially, poor posture over time can put unnecessary stress on the spine. The most common questions that patients have are: Is bad posture a reason something […]

A Comprehensive Guide to Orthopedics & Sub-Specialities: Conditions, Treatments, & Emerging Innovations

a comprehensive guide to orthopedics

Orthopedics is a medical discipline dedicated to diagnosing and treating conditions of the musculoskeletal system, which includes bones, joints, muscles, and ligaments essential for human movement. Orthopedic care helps patients maintain mobility, independence, and quality of life, from treating simple fractures to advanced joint replacements. At Dr. Mehta Hospitals, our team of orthopedic specialists provides […]

Orthopedic Footwear: Does It Really Help?

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Your overall health is closely linked to your foot health. Regardless of whether you are recovering after an injury, have chronic pain, or want to prevent future issues, appropriate footwear can work wonders. Many people with foot, ankle, or leg problems are recommended orthopedic footwear, but they often wonder whether it really works. In this […]