Tag: neck pain
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Top 10 Everyday Habits That Harm Your Joints
Everyday lifestyle choices can damage your joints. Discover the top 10 harmful habits and expert tips from Dr. Om Patil, Orthopedic & Spine Surgeon in Mumbai. Best orthopedic surgeon advice on prevention of arthritis and pain
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Trump’s Health Rumors and the Reality of Ankle Swelling in Octogenarians
Rumors about Donald Trump’s health after reports of chronic venous insufficiency have sparked fresh conversations on ankle swelling in octogenarians. While sometimes harmless, swollen ankles in the elderly may signal heart, kidney, or vein problems that demand timely medical care.
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How to Protect Yourself from Communicable Diseases During Mumbai Rains
Mumbai’s monsoon brings relief from the heat but also raises the risk of diseases like leptospirosis, dengue, malaria, and typhoid. With waterlogging and high humidity creating the perfect breeding ground for infections, simple precautions—like safe food and water, avoiding floodwater, mosquito control, and good hygiene—can protect you and your family this rainy season.
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Set Yourself Free from Pain – This Independence Day
Pain can be life-limiting, affecting daily activities, sleep, and emotional well-being. Modern medicine offers multiple solutions, from lifestyle modifications and physiotherapy to advanced elective procedures like nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, and minimally invasive spine interventions. Elective pain management procedures are planned in advance, allowing patients to address chronic pain before it worsens. By choosing timely…
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Best Sleeping Position for a Healthy Spine
By Dr. Om Patil – Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Mumbai Sleep is when your body repairs, rejuvenates, and prepares for the next day. But if your sleeping position is wrong, the hours you spend in bed can actually harm your spine instead of healing it. As a spine surgeon, I’ve seen many patients whose neck or…
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Umwelt: The Hidden Force Shaping Your Career and Relationships
Imagine this: You and a colleague leave the same client meeting. You think, “That was a disaster. They looked bored.” Your colleague thinks, “That went great. They were nodding the whole time.” Same event, two completely different realities. Why? Because we each live in our own Umwelt — a personal bubble of perception shaped by…
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Understanding the Cost of Spine Surgery in Mumbai

Spine surgery costs in Mumbai vary widely based on the procedure, hospital, surgeon, and technique. For a single-level discectomy, costs range from ₹2,00,000 to ₹7,00,000, and for spinal fusion, from ₹3,00,000 to ₹8,00,000. Minimally invasive and endoscopic surgeries, which Dr. Om Patil specializes in, may have higher upfront costs due to advanced technology but offer…
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“Endurance and Excellence: Nurturing Daily Stamina for Peak Performance in Spine Surgery”
In the demanding world of spine surgery, where precision and focus are paramount, maintaining optimal stamina is of the essence. Long hours in the operating room and the intricacies of delicate procedures require a spine surgeon to be at their best, physically and mentally. “In the intricate dance between precision and endurance, a spine surgeon’s…
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Sciatica, Presentation, signs and symptoms, treatment options
Hello and welcome to this interactive blog about sciatica! Sciatica is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing pain and discomfort in the lower back and legs. In this blog, we will discuss the causes, presentation, symptoms and signs, and treatment options for sciatica. What is Sciatica? Sciatica is a term used to…
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Tips for Neck Pain
Neck pain can be a common issue that affects many people. Here’s a web story that can help you understand the causes of neck pain and how to manage it. Introduction: Neck pain is a common problem that can affect people of all ages. It can be caused by various factors, such as poor posture,…