Keep Your Bones Safe From The Danger Of Osteoporosis

As the body grows in age, several gradual changes begin to occur. After attaining peak bone density in adulthood, the bones begin to lose their density and strength. In some people, this weakness can appear in an aggravated state, where the bone density drops so low that there is heightened risk of having a fracture. This condition is called Osteoporosis.

While this is indeed a serious issue, there is no need to become alarmed or hopeless. Not all people have the same risk of developing Osteoporosis. Some of the common risk factors which increase the likelihood of developing Osteoporosis are as follows:

Osteoporosis risk factors

• Consuming a diet with poor calcium and vitamin D content
• Leading a sedentary lifestyle without adequate physical activity
• Having bad habits like smoking cigarettes or drinking alcohol
• Taking certain kinds of medications 
• Suffering from chronic autoimmune disorders

How to stay safe from Osteoporosis

Protecting your bones from the threat of Osteoporosis is not rocket science – all you need is adequate activity and proper diet to keep your bones strong. On the august occasion of the World Osteoporosis Day, let’s look at 3 simple ways to keep your bones happy.

1. Engage in physical activity: Your bones need physical activity to stay strong. Moreover, staying active actually helps the bones become more robust, thus helping to keep Osteoporosis at bay as you age. So take up regular exercise for better bone health. If this is inconvenient, then you can start jogging every day or sign up for dance classes. As long as the activity level is mildly strenuous and carefully executed, your bones will be well served. 

2. Consume bone-boosting foods: Your bones need adequate calcium and vitamin D in order to stay strong. As your body does not produce these minerals on its own, it is totally dependent on your diet. So make sure that you eat calcium and vitamin D-rich foods like milk or cheese as well as nutrient-heavy foods like spinach, soy beans, bananas etc. as they contain essential minerals like potassium and magnesium.  

3. Stay away from bad habits: People who indulge in cigarettes or alcohol have poor bone health, making them vulnerable to bone diseases like Osteoporosis. Research has shown that people who consume carbonated soft drinks are also at risk. So keep such bad habits out of your daily life if you care about your bone health. 

By Dr. Shabtab Khalid
Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution

Note: Through the synergistic combination of Classical Homoeopathy, Ayurvedic-Unani Formulations and Internationally Acclaimed Advanced Physiotherapy, Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution aims to eradicate joint pain, counter the process of degeneration and promote bone health. The protocol is at once scientific, effective as well as safe. To avail treatment at Zilaxo, call on 1800 419 6607 (Toll free) or WhatsApp at +91 98304 26607.

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7 Simple Ways To Keep Your Spine Healthy

Pain in the spine affects millions of people around the world every year. Chronic pain, severe discomfort and loss in working capacity are just some of the consequences of this type of joint problem.

You can avoid all such problems by taking steps to keep your spine healthy. In order to accomplish this task, all you need to do is to use your common sense and make smart adjustments to your lifestyle so as to protect your spine from undue stress or strain as well as giving it time to recover after a period of strenuous activity.

How to keep your spine healthy

1. Lift properly: It is really easy to hurt your spine while trying to lift something heavy. The bent position puts great strain on the spinal structure, thus increasing the risk of injury and pain. Whenever you want to lift something, consciously try to lift with the support of your legs. Keep your knees bent and make sure that both the arms are level with the object. If something feels too heavy, then avoid trying to lift it on your own.

2. Sleep carefully: While sleeping is necessary for your health, having an improper sleeping position can lead to pain in the spine. This is especially common among people who sleep on their chest. If you have this habit, just use a side pillow and rest your leg on it. This will prevent you from rolling over onto your chest.

3. Do stretching exercises: This will help keep the muscles and ligaments surrounding the spine strong and flexible, thus making it easier for the spine to bear the weight of the upper body. Stretching exercises which target the back also relieve muscular stress while simultaneously improving blood circulation.

4. Stay active: This is sadly becoming a serious problem nowadays, given that we are becoming used to a sedentary lifestyle. You must realize that the spine is simply not designed to remain in a fixed posture throughout the day. So make sure that you move around as much as possible if you get the opportunity. Even if you have a desk-centric job, you can get up and walk around for a few minutes every hour to allow your spine to recover.

  

5. Control your weight: Your spine has to bear the majority of the upper body weight. Carrying excess weight puts extra strain on the spinal column. Thus, it is common for obese persons to suffer from back pain. Find out what your proper weight should be, with respect to your age, sex and height. If you have excess weight, then you should try to lose the extra baggage with a combination of exercise and diet control.

6. Drink adequate water: The soft tissue in the spine depends on proper hydration to remain flexible. So drink plenty of water throughout the day. Carry a water bottle with you whenever possible.

7. Watch out for warning signs: If you feel pain or stiffness in the spinal region, then you should consult a doctor without delay. Ignoring such signs can allow the problem to become worse. Early treatment of spinal problems or back pain can help eradicate the symptoms and speed up recovery.

By Dr. Shabtab Khalid

Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution

Note: Through the synergistic combination of Classical Homoeopathy, Ayurvedic-Unani Formulations and Internationally Acclaimed Advanced Physiotherapy, Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution aims to eradicate joint pain, counter the process of degeneration and promote bone health. The protocol is at once scientific, effective as well as safe. To avail treatment at Zilaxo, call on 1800 419 6607 (Toll free) or WhatsApp at +91 98304 26607.

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This Vital Mineral Can Reduce Your Fracture Risk – No, It’s Not Calcium!!

Calcium is the first thing that pops up in our mind when it comes to protecting bone health. Yes, along with Vitamin D, Calcium is essential for having a strong skeleton which can survive the rough and tumble of daily life. Calcium-rich foods should be a part of your daily diet if you want to maintain bone health. However, researchers have found out that there is another important mineral which plays a crucial role in strengthening bones and reducing the risk of fracture. That mineral is Magnesium!

Latest research on Magnesium’s importance

In a research paper published in the European Journal of Epidemiology, Magnesium has been identified as an important mineral which reduces fracture risk. The importance of Magnesium is not unknown, as previous studies have found that the mineral is stored primarily in the bones. Moreover, the role Magnesium plays in promoting bone growth is known to doctors around the world. However, the study is now able to link this mineral to reduced fracture risk.

How Magnesium improves bone strength

The cells (called Osteoblasts) which help build bone structures need adequate Magnesium to normalize Calcium concentration in the bones. The body uses Magnesium along with Vitamin D to protect bone strength. Moreover, this mineral is used by cellular enzymes to convert Vitamin D to its active form. Even a mild deficiency of Magnesium can weaken the bones and greatly increase the risk of Osteoporosis. The weakened bones can suffer from fracture due to a fall or injury. Thus, Magnesium (along with Calcium) is necessary for the body in order to keep your bones robust.

Top sources of Magnesium

Fortunately, this mineral is easily available in foods. All you have to do is to include such foods in your daily diet so as to enjoy optimal bone health for the long term. Foods which are excellent sources of Magnesium are as follows:

· Nuts like walnuts, almonds, peanuts, etc.

· Banana

· Fish like Tuna and Mackerel

· Soy beans

· Spinach

· Oatmeal

By Dr. Shabtab Khalid

Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution

Note: Through the synergistic combination of Classical Homoeopathy, Ayurvedic-Unani Formulations and Internationally Acclaimed Advanced Physiotherapy, Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution aims to eradicate joint pain, counter the process of degeneration and promote bone health. The protocol is at once scientific, effective as well as safe. To avail treatment at Zilaxo, call on 1800 419 6607 (Toll free) or WhatsApp at +91 98304 26607.

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Heat Or Cold – Which Is Better For Your Joint Pain?

If you think that joint pain affects only the elderly, you are wrong!

Yes, pain in the joints is a common problem among older adults. However, in today’s sedentary lifestyle, even the young are not entirely safe from this kind of problem. Pain in the knees or an ache in the elbows can severely reduce your working capacity, while creating anxiety and stress in your mind as to the source of such a problem.

Many people try to use heat or cold therapy to deal with joint pain. Indeed, such a treatment is often prescribed by doctors around the world as a non-interventional approach to reducing the intensity and frequency of pain sensation. But the question remains: which is the better alternative? Let’s find out!

How does heat and cold therapy work?

When you apply a warm cloth on an aching joint, the increased temperature dilates the blood vessels in that region, thus temporarily improving the blood circulation. The heat also helps the muscles to relax while simultaneously reducing pain sensation, thereby helping in gradually regaining range of motion.

When you use an ice-pack, the sudden decrease in temperature in the region constricts blood supply and brings down pain sensation almost instantly by numbing the nerve tissue. The reduced temperature also slows down inflammation.

Heat or cold – which should you use?

In which condition should you apply heat instead of cold therapy? Here is a list of common conditions which cause joint pain:

1. Arthritis: Heat therapy is especially beneficial for people suffering from arthritic pain. The heat helps the muscles and ligaments to relax while improving blood circulation.

2. Gout: Cold therapy in such a condition can reduce the pain sensation in a matter of seconds.

3. Muscle strain or sprain: Immediately after suffering a strain, apply cold therapy on the affected region for at least 15 minutes. This will bring down the pain and reduce swelling or redness. After the pain has become bearable, then you can switch to heat therapy as this will help decrease the stiffness and allow the muscles to relax. 

4. Tendinitis: Application of ice brings down the inflammation while giving temporary relief from the pain.

5. Tendinosis: Heat therapy is ideal in this chronic condition as it reduces stiffness while simultaneously helping to resolve the inflammation.  

Precautions while using heat or cold therapy

• Make sure the temperature is neither too hot nor too cold, as this can cause skin damage.
• Do not apply directly to the skin. Always wrap the hot or cold item in a cloth or towel.
• If there is any cut or tear on the skin then do not use heat therapy.
• Remember to keep a 30-minute gap between each session. Do not apply the hot or cold compress continuously for more than 15 minutes. 

By Dr. Shabtab Khalid
Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution

Note: Through the synergistic combination of Classical Homoeopathy, Ayurvedic-Unani Formulations and Internationally Acclaimed Advanced Physiotherapy, Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution aims to eradicate joint pain, counter the process of degeneration and promote bone health. The protocol is at once scientific, effective as well as safe. To avail treatment at Zilaxo, call on 1800 419 6607 (Toll free) or WhatsApp at +91 98304 26607.

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You Can Protect Your Joints From Rheumatoid Arthritis - Find Out How!

No one is safe from Rheumatoid Arthritis. This problem arises out of an adverse immune reaction, resulting in intense inflammation in and around the small joints. Both the young and the elderly are at risk from this kind of joint problem.

Rheumatoid Arthritis can gravely damage joint structure, thereby greatly reducing joint mobility. It can also generate chronic pain which can continue for years if not properly treated. If you have Rheumatoid Arthritis, here are some simple things you can do to keep the affected joints safe from the damage inflicted by Rheumatoid Arthritis!

Protecting joint health from Rheumatoid Arthritis

1. Maintain your weight: Your body weight places enormous stress on the joints. In normal situation, your bones and muscles are strong enough to carry the weight, but due to Rheumatoid Arthritis, the same bones become greatly weakened. Thus, it is better to maintain your weight to prevent any gradual increase.

2. Keep moving: People with Rheumatoid Arthritis should avoid staying in one posture for hours on end. To prevent joint damage due to inactivity, try to change your posture every hour. Regular movement will improve blood circulation throughout the body, especially the affected joints, allowing them better access to nutrients and revive the surrounding tissue.

3. Wear supportive shoes: If your foot is affected, wearing the right shoes can greatly reduce overall joint pain and discomfort. Stay away from slippers or sandals. Go to the shoe store and take help of the shop assistant in selecting a sturdy and comfortable pair which provides support to the feet.

4. Eat bone-healthy foods: Certain kinds of foods are rich in omega-3 fatty acids which reduce unnecessary inflammation. Foods like olive oil, sardines, salmon and anchovies should be a regular part of your diet as they help to check the damage being caused by Rheumatoid Arthritis.

5. Exercise properly: Careful exercise under the guidance of an experienced trainer is vital for people with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Plan your exercise routine to combat the joint stiffness and improve blood circulation throughout the body. Avoid high-impact or intense exercise as much as possible.

6. Buy better tools: Rheumatoid Arthritis reduces grip strength and weakens the fingers. Thus, you need equipment which is easy to use. Make sure the items that you regularly use have a good grip and are easily put to work. Get lighter plates and utensils to reduce the strain on your hands. If you find activities like cooking increasingly difficult to accomplish, ask your family members for help.

7. Avoid smoking: While it is a known fact that cigarette smoke is damaging, it can also worsen the autoimmune reaction and increase the extent of the damage. Furthermore, the dangerous chemicals in the tobacco can interfere with your medication, thus prolonging the recovery period.

By Dr. Shabtab Khalid

Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution

Note: Through the synergistic combination of Classical Homoeopathy, Ayurvedic-Unani Formulations and Internationally Acclaimed Advanced Physiotherapy, Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution aims to eradicate joint pain, counter the process of degeneration and promote bone health. The protocol is at once scientific, effective as well as safe. To avail treatment at Zilaxo, call on 1800 419 6607 (Toll free) or WhatsApp at +91 98304 26607.

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Simple Things You Can Do To Fight Back Pain In Office

Office work involves a lot of sitting and staring at a screen for several hours at a stretch. While this is not a problem for most people, this can be quite a challenge for those with back pain. Yes, you can always take a short medical leave and recuperate at home. However, this option may not be practical for all, especially if the pain has become a chronic problem. Thus, let’s look at some simple ways you can manage your back pain in spite of spending long hours in the office!

Tips for working with back pain

1. Get a proper chair: Make sure your chair supports your back and, if possible, your neck. The chair must have an ergonomic build which adjusts to your body shape while giving adequate comfort as well as stability. Try out the chair and notice whether it supports your arms and lets you relax your shoulders.

2. Set up your desk properly: When it comes to office ergonomics, attention must be given to the structure and height of the chair as well as the table. For people with back pain, the height of the table is also important. Make sure that the table is set at a comfortable height, which allows you to easily reach the objects on it. You can also opt for a standing desk if you have to work for long hours at your desk.

3. Adjust the keyboard and mouse: They are the most used items on your table, so make sure that they are near you and at a comfortable height. If your elbows are close to the 90-degree angle while you are typing, then you have nothing to worry about.

4. Look straight at the screen: Try to keep the monitor level with your face so that you are not looking up or down at it. This will prevent unnecessary strain on your neck and back muscles. Make sure that the monitor is directly in front of you, so that you don’t need to turn your head to look at it. 

5. Stretch your legs: The human body is simply not designed to work continuously in a single posture for hours on end. So remember to take a short break every hour. Use the time to walk around the office or do some simple stretching exercises for your back.

6. Avoid your mobile phone: Nobody is asking you to do the impossible! Just make sure that you use your mobile phone continuously for extended periods. So, instead of writing emails or looking at PowerPoint presentations on your phone, use the computer. This will make it easy for you to maintain a good posture while working.  

By Dr. Shabtab Khalid
Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution

Note: Through the synergistic combination of Classical Homoeopathy, Ayurvedic-Unani Formulations and Internationally Acclaimed Advanced Physiotherapy, Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution aims to eradicate joint pain, counter the process of degeneration and promote bone health. The protocol is at once scientific, effective as well as safe. To avail treatment at Zilaxo, call on 1800 419 6607 (Toll free) or WhatsApp at +91 98304 26607.

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How Does Physiotherapy Combat Joint Pain?

It is only in sickness that we realize the importance of health. Similarly, it is only when our bones and muscles fail to cooperate with us in undertaking our daily activities, do we realize how important they are in leading a functional life. Our musculoskeletal structure is an enormously complex machinery made up of muscular strands, fibrous tissue, blood vessels and nerves. Even the slightest damage to this intricate structure leads to pain, discomfort and even disability. 

While prevention is indeed better than cure, it is not possible to be 100% safe from joint pain. Advanced age, injury, improper diet, unhealthy lifestyle or physically demanding job profile – these are the most common triggering factors of joint pain. 

If you are suffering from joint problems, physiotherapy can nurse you back to health. On the solemn occasion of World Physiotherapy Day, let’s see how physiotherapy can help combat joint pain and get you back on your feet!

What is Physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy is a set of rehabilitative practices and techniques which aim to help you recover from musculoskeletal problems and regain your health. Through the use of mechanical force and carefully coordinated movement, it helps people who are suffering from chronic as well as acute joint problems to get back their mobility and live life free from dependence on other people. Physiotherapy has become an important part of the modern medical discipline. Doctors and hospitals around the world routinely advise their patients to undergo physiotherapy under the guidance of an accredited physiotherapist. 

What makes Physiotherapy important? 

1. Reduces joint pain: The most important function of physiotherapy is to control and reduce joint pain. Therapeutic exercises and manual therapy techniques help to mobilize damaged joints and revive weakened tissue. Physiotherapy works simultaneously to reduce pain and improve joint function.

2. Restores joint function: Problems like Arthritis can severely degrade joint function and mobility, making it difficult or even impossible to move around and undertake daily activities. Here, physiotherapy is needed to gradually strengthen the affected joint and help the affected person to work and live in an independent manner. 

3. Speeds up recovery from injuries: Certain kinds of activities like sports are synonymous with injuries. Moreover, the average person is always at risk of suffering from a sprain or a cramp. Physiotherapy is essential to regaining joint health after suffering from an injury. Thus, it is no wonder that all major sports teams in the world have a dedicated physiotherapist on board!

4. Improves balance: It is a known fact that elderly persons have a high risk of falling and getting a fracture. To prevent this, physiotherapists screen a person’s fall risk and suggest exercises to improve sense of balance. This is an important part of injury and fracture prevention. 

5. Manage age-related issues: Almost all people face difficulty moving around when they become old. Physiotherapy can help such people stay safe from age-related issues like Arthritis or Osteoporosis and maintain a tolerably active life.  

You need physiotherapy if…

• You are suffering from chronic joint pain
• The injured area feels “different”, numb or inflamed
• Normal movement has become difficult or impossible
• The pain spikes if you try to use the affected joint

Physiotherapy and medication – a matchless combination!

Some people think that physiotherapy alone can remove joint pain and recover joint health. This is wrong – physiotherapy is complimentary to medication. Correct medication along with proper physiotherapy has become the most successful treatment strategy throughout the world in fighting joint pain and living an active as well as fulfilling life. 

By Dr. Shabtab Khalid
Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution

Note: Through the synergistic combination of Classical Homoeopathy, Ayurvedic-Unani Formulations and Internationally Acclaimed Advanced Physiotherapy, Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution aims to eradicate joint pain, counter the process of degeneration and promote bone health. The protocol is at once scientific, effective as well as safe. To avail treatment at Zilaxo, call on 1800 419 6607 (Toll free) or WhatsApp at +91 98304 26607.

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