Pain specialist doctor in Delhi

  August 18, 2020 Bouts of back pain are common with up to 80% of people worldwide experiencing back pain at some point in their life. Most episodes are a result of minor problems such as a strained muscle, ligament and usually resolve soon. Less than 1 in 20 cases of sudden onset back pain are due to a slip disc and are often inappropriately managed. Here are some myths about slipped disc. Myth #1: Discs slip out of place The name slipped disc is a misnomer as the disc does not slip out of place. It is firmly supported in its place surrounded by strong ligaments on both sides. The discs have a tough outer layer that surrounds a jelly-like material in the centre. Slipped disc is used to refer to a condition where the disc looses its shape and/or consistency and either the central jelly-like material of the disc leaks or bulges out. In medical terminology other terms such as degeneration, bulging, protrusion, extrusion and sequestration are used to refer to varying magnitudes of the...

  What is trigger finger/thumb? If your finger gets stuck in a bent position or snaps when bent and straightened, then  trigger finger  can be the likely cause. The name trigger finger comes from the similarity with a gun trigger being pulled or released. This is a common cause of hand pain and is seen in roughly 2- 3 percent of general population. Thumb or ring finger of women in the fifth or sixth decade of life is most commonly affected. The condition can however involve multiple fingers and both hands. What are the causes of trigger finger/thumb? Tendons are rope like structures which attach the muscles to the bones. These are surrounded by a covering (sheath) and are held attached firmly to the bones by anchors called pulleys. A disparity in the size of the tendons and the sheath or the anchors results in the disruption of the smooth gliding mechanism and the resulting snapping or locking sensation is addressed as trigger finger. The exact cause of this condition is ...

  Learn more about Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN) What is peripheral neuropathy? Peripheral nerves  carry sensations from the different parts of your body to the brain and control the movement of our arms and legs. The set of symptoms resulting from damage to these nerves is addressed as Peripheral neuropathy. Symptoms are usually symmetrical starting from toes and fingers, and progress towards the body. Common symptoms include Tingling or pins and needles sensation in hands of feet Numbness and reduced ability to feel hot and cold Sharp, electric, burning pain Sensitivity to touch, pressure or temperature  Balance issues and difficulty walking Leg cramps  Weakness Difficulty with fine activities such as writing, buttoning and unbuttoning  What is Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN)? Some of the chemotherapy drugs used to treat cancer can cause peripheral nerve damage. This is addressed as  chemotherapy-induced peripheral ne...

 Dr. Amod Manocha Dr. Amod Manocha is the Head of Pain Management Services at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket. He is trained as a Pain Management Specialist and an Anaesthetist in the UK. He has over 13 years of work experience in the UK including working as a Chronic Pain Consultant in many UK hospitals. Dr. Manocha believes in multidisciplinary approach and providing evidence-based treatments at par with international standards. He is committed to providing quality care and believes in building long-term relationship with patients based on honest communication and keeping their interests foremost. Professional Qualifications Fellow of Faculty of Pain Medicine, Royal College of Anaesthetists (FFPMRCA) Royal College of Anaesthetists, London. Fellow of Royal College of Anaesthetists (FRCA) Royal College of Anaesthetists, London. Post Graduate Diploma in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (PGD MSK US) University of East London, UK. Post Graduate Diploma in Rheumatology University of Sou...

Pain in cancer may arise due to many reasons and is often the presenting complaint leading to the diagnosis of cancer. It may be Related to cancer itself or its spread to other body parts A late presentation due to side effect of treatments such as chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgery A result of extra stress placed on other body parts for example shoulder pain due to using of a stick for walking A totally unrelated coincidental problem such as arthritis Pain can be of differentiated into  background pain  (which is always present in the background and is managed with regular medications) and  breakthrough pain  (pain which breaks through your regular pain relief). Breakthrough pain may occur unprovoked or may be triggered by external or internal factors. In cancer patients different types of pain may coexist. It is not just limited to pain arising from inflammation and tissue damage for example cancer of pancreas spreading to neighbouring organs and nerves leadin...

Knee pain can be a source of significant disability in all age groups as it limits mobility. It can be classified into traumatic or non traumatic and based on the site of pain into anterior, medial, lateral and posterior. The common reasons for knee pain vary with age group and pain site. Pain from other sites such as hip and lumbar spine can also present knee pain. In the above 50 years age group raised BMI is an important risk factor for developing symptomatic osteoarthritis. Genicular nerve blocks & radiofrequency ablation This procedure is performed for   chronic knee pain   which may be secondary to various reasons such as osteoarthritis, degenerative joint disease and persisting pain after knee replacement.   It offers a   safe,   effective   non surgical alternative to knee replacement   for patients who are either not keen or are unfit or have persisting pain after knee replacement . Genicular nerve radiofrequency is performed as a day cas...