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Mastectomy A mastectomy is an operation to remove a woman’s breast, because it has been affected by breast cancer Large number of women in the world is affected by breast cancer every year. It is a cancer that forms in the cells of the breasts and some breast cells begin to grow abnormally. Most commonly found in women. Survival rates of breast cancer have increased with the awareness and advances in the diagnosis and management of breast cancer. Consult your doctor if you find a lump or any other changes in your breast . Doctors use a  mammogram ( an X-ray picture of the breast) to look for any early signs of breast cancer.   Symptoms: Pain and swelling in any area of the breast. New lump in the breast New lump in the underarm Redness of skin around the breast   How Physiotherapy can help post mastectomy? The complications post mastectomy include Pain, limited range of motion, muscle weakness, lymph edema and also psychological complications ...

  Flat feet: Flat feet also known as pes planus, is a postural deformity in which the arches of the foot collapse and the entire sole of the foot come in contact with ground.   Arches is the area between the heel and ball of the foot, it can be normal, high or low. High arch is known as pes cavus and low arches are known as pes planus/fallen arches.

The common symptoms of COVID-19 are cough, fever, and tiredness; less common symptoms are sore throat, diarrhea, loss of taste or smell, aches and pains. People with mild symptoms who are or else healthy should deal with their symptoms at home and manage them in proper ways. A dry cough: A dry cough is expected to put greater strain on your throat. To ease the throat drink warm water with lemon and honey, or a drink like the  kadha. Rather than taking a large sips, take small sips of fluids to make easy swallowing. Steam inhalation is essential to cure a dry cough. Stay hydrated Luke warm water and herbal teas. For productive cough/Wet cough: Lie on either the left or the other side instead of lying on your back. This might help drain the phlegm faster.   Movement makes the lungs function, and it also can move the phlegm to facilitate your spitting it out. So, attempt to be mobile by walking around your room . Take steam inhalation a  day to loosen the phl...

  Patients, who battle severe after-effects of the viral infection like Covid-19, are going through YouTube or to local doctors for help in the absence of post-discharge rehab protocols to assess and manage their symptoms.  Physiotherapists are trained to create up the progressive exercise protocols for such patients to counter the weakness of muscles and optimize their functional outcomes.  Care and individual assessment should be done at home to avoid readmission. This includes controlling symptoms of dyspnoea, fatigue and pain. Maintaining hygiene, adequate nutrition, need of supplemental oxygen, psychological support and safe mobility. Rehab mainly focuses on enabling people to clear their airways, improving and managing their breathing.  An ideal rehab programme should incorporates a good range of exercises like   Thoracic expansion exercises  Diaphragmatic breathing  Pursed lip breathing  Tips to manage dry and productive cough  Pos...

Your bones need attention as you get older because bone shrink over time and lose density, which makes them more vulnerable to breakage. Osteoporosis is a big problem for older people, especially women after menopause. So make sure to take calcium and vitamin D supplements and incorporate physical activity into your daily routine. Physically inactive people can lose the maximum amount of their muscle mass each decade after age 30.  Here we are going to learn about exercises for old age group to improve  strength  and  balance . Due to aging people get tired easily while doing any physical activity and cannot indulge into many exercises at the same time, so here are some exercises that can be done at home while taking proper breaks after each exercises.  Falls are one of the primary causes of injury and death for senior citizens. By exercising, you can improve your Strength and balance, thus you can stand tall and feel more confident when walking. Given below...

Setu – Bridge;  Bandha – Bind;  Asana – Pose Pronounced as SAY-tuh-bun-DHAHS-ana How it works?   It stretches your chest, neck and spine areas. But to make sure that you gain maximum benefit from this pose you must understand how your body should be aligned from your feet to your head. This pose works out your upper and lower back muscles and provides relief from back pain also strengthens the spine. While doing this pose, you use your abdominal muscles and suck in your belly. Your digestion is improved and this burns any excess fat in both your chest and belly areas.  It can be refreshing pose for those who spend the day sitting in front of a computer or driving. Tips for beginners: Take some time performing on lifting up into Bridge with control. You might wish to practice coming in and out of the pose a couple of times first before holding the pose for a couple of breaths. Pay attention to your knees; don't allow them to fall out more wider than your feet ...