Pain in the bones, joints, muscles and tendons affects work, sleep and daily life. Orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Y. Srinivas Rao treats bone and joint pains and musculoskeletal (skeletomuscular) pains with a clear diagnosis and a practical plan.
What causes bone and joint pains?
Common causes include arthritis, wear of the cartilage, old injuries, muscle and tendon strain, poor posture, vitamin D or calcium deficiency, osteoporosis and inflammatory conditions. The pain may be in the neck, back, shoulders, hips, knees, ankles or hands, and can come with stiffness or swelling.
See an orthopaedic doctor if you have
- Bone or joint pain lasting more than a few weeks
- Morning stiffness, swelling or warmth in a joint
- Pain after a fall or injury
- Pain that wakes you at night
- Difficulty walking, climbing stairs or using your hands
Diagnosis and treatment
After examination, X-rays and blood tests or an MRI are used when needed. Treatment may include pain relief, exercises, physiotherapy, correcting vitamin and calcium levels, joint injections, braces, and surgery only when other treatment is not enough.
- Examination, X-ray, MRI and blood tests
- Medicines and physiotherapy plan
- Injection therapy including PRP when suitable
- Surgery for advanced bone and joint problems
Recovery and aftercare
Most bone and joint pains improve with a combination of exercise, weight control and the right treatment. Regular follow-up helps adjust the plan.
Frequently asked questions
Is bone and joint pain a sign of vitamin deficiency?
It can be. A blood test for vitamin D and calcium is often useful.
Do I need to avoid exercise?
No. Guided exercise usually helps; the doctor tells you which activities to avoid.
When is surgery needed?
Only when pain and disability continue despite other treatment.
Book a consultation at Swastha Multispeciality Clinic
Consult Dr. Y. Srinivas Rao, orthopaedic surgeon in Vanasthalipuram, for bones and joints, at Vaidehi Nagar, Vanasthalipuram, Hyderabad 500070. Open Monday to Saturday 9 AM to 9 PM and Sunday 9 AM to 1 PM. Call or WhatsApp 83417 94993. Walk-ins are welcome. This page is general information and not a substitute for medical advice.
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