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Physiotherapist - Answered on Nov 06, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Nov 06, 2026

A few months ago, I experienced swelling and pain in both my feet, particularly around the upper part and ankles. When I consulted a doctor, I was told that my uric acid levels were high and that it could be related to gout. The symptoms eventually settled, but recently the swelling has returned, and this time I'm experiencing pain similar to what I had earlier. I'm concerned because the problem seems to be recurring. Does repeated swelling in both feet necessarily indicate gout, or could there be other underlying causes?

Ans: Thank you for your query. While it is understandable to link your symptoms back to the high uric acid and the earlier swelling, repeated swelling in both feet and ankles is not the most typical pattern for gout, as gout usually strikes suddenly in a single joint such as the big toe, so a doctor should look for other causes like heart, kidney, thyroid, vein, or other arthritis problems before assuming it is gout. Physiotherapist also diagnose the root cause, but let your doctor preferably physician has identified it through lab test and history. A physiotherapist can assess your feet and ankles and give safe exercises to maintain movement, strengthen the muscles, and help you walk more comfortably. Wishing you quick recovery.

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Physiotherapist - Answered on Nov 06, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Oct 30, 2026

I've recently started experiencing pain in my heels, particularly when I get out of bed in the morning or stand up after sitting for a long time. The first few steps feel uncomfortable, but the pain seems to reduce once I start walking around. What could be causing this pain, and can specific stretches, footwear changes or physiotherapy help prevent it from becoming a long-term problem?

Ans: Thank you for your query. This could be plantar fasciitis, where the thick tissue under the foot gets tight and sore, or a calcaneal spur, a small bony growth near the heel, and a physiotherapist can assess which is more likely. A physiotherapist can teach safe calf and foot stretches, foot strengthening, and advise on supportive shoes and heel cups, and can also use dry needling and pain relief modalities such as TENS, ultrasound, heat or cold when suitable. Please have a physiotherapy assessment early so it does not become a long term problem, and seek review if the pain worsens or you get numbness or swelling. Wishign you quick recovery.

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Question by AJAY - Oct 26, 2026

Sir My father 90 years of age having good health fell down on the floor and had a back injury fracture in the spinal chord after a rest of one month HE was able to walk and sit but even after 5 months he still feels pain in the lower back near L3 L4 while sitting long or walk more than 10 15 minutes kindly suggest me how he should be treated or medicine which could be given to him Thanks a lot

Ans: Thank you for your query. I cannot mention any medicine as I am a physiotherapist, so please have his doctor review his pain and medicines. A physiotherapist should assess his back, walking, balance, and sitting posture, then teach safe exercises such as gentle back strengthening, supported sit to stand, short walks with rest breaks, and practice changing positions every 10 to 15 minutes. Please insist on a physiotherapy visit where physiotherapist can also use pain relief modalities like TENS (a gentle electrical pain relief device), wishing your father quick recovery

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Asked by Anonymous - Oct 01, 2026

I have diabetes, and over the last few months I've noticed that my hands sometimes start shaking when I’m holding something for a while, such as a cup of tea, a phone, or even a small object. It’s more noticeable when I'm trying to keep my hand steady, and sometimes I feel a little weakness or tiredness in my hands as well. I've heard that diabetes can sometimes affect nerves and muscles, but I'm not sure whether this kind of shaking could be related to that or if it is simply due to muscle weakness or poor grip strength. Could you assess whether there is a physical or muscular reason for this and suggest some safe exercises to improve my hand strength and stability? Also, are there any signs that would mean I should see a doctor or neurologist rather than relying only on physiotherapy?

Ans: Thank you for your query. A physiotherapist with MPTh in neurology can assess your hand strength, grip, and nerve related changes, and teach safe exercises like squeezing a soft ball, slowly opening and closing the fingers, gentle wrist bends, and holding a light cup for short periods. Please see a physiotherapist with MPTh in neurology along with a neurologist and a diabetologist for better management of diabetes, as this team approach covers nerve, muscle, and blood sugar control together. See a doctor or neurologist promptly if the shaking worsens, or you get numbness, sudden weakness, muscle wasting, falls, or trouble with walking, speech, or vision. Wishing you quick recovery

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Physiotherapist - Answered on Nov 06, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Sep 22, 2026

I sit at a desk for almost the entire working day, and lately I’ve started getting stiffness around my neck and upper back by evening. It feels better after I get up and move around. Are these kinds of aches mainly due to posture, or can sitting for several hours actually weaken the muscles over time?

Ans: Thank you for your query. Both can contribute: long hours in one posture can make neck and upper back muscles tight and tired, and over time sitting for several hours can weaken the muscles that support good posture. A physiotherapist can assess your desk setup, movement habits, and muscle strength, then give you safe exercises such as gentle chin tucks, shoulder blade squeezes, and regular stand and stretch breaks. Please have a physiotherapy assessment so the advice fits your workday, and take short movement breaks every 30 to 40 minutes. wishing you a healthy and pain free life

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Physiotherapist - Answered on Nov 06, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Sep 22, 2026

My father has started complaining that his knees hurt when he gets up after sitting on the floor for a long time. He is fine while walking on a flat surface, but stairs are becoming uncomfortable. Before the problem gets worse, would physiotherapy exercises help, or should the cause of the knee pain be diagnosed first?

Ans: Thank you for your query. Yes, physiotherapy exercises can help, but your father should first have a physiotherapy assessment to find the cause and check his knee strength and alignment, as this may be early signs of knee wear and tear conditions like osteoarthritis A physiotherapist can then teach safe exercises like slow sit to stand, small squats holding a chair, straight leg raises, and gentle stair practice. Please insist on a physiotherapy visit before it gets worse, because if not corrected the extra load can shift to the other leg too. I wish you quick recovery

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Physiotherapist - Answered on Nov 06, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Sep 22, 2026

I twisted my ankle a few weeks ago and the swelling has mostly gone down, so I’ve started walking normally again. But I still feel slightly unstable when I use stairs or walk on an uneven road. If the pain is almost gone, do I still need strengthening or balance exercises, or will the ankle naturally recover on its own?

Ans: Thank you for your query. Even if the pain is almost gone, the ankle may not fully recover on its own, and slight instability on stairs or uneven ground is a sign that balance and strength work is still needed. A physiotherapist can assess your ankle and give you safe exercises such as heel raises, standing on one leg while holding a chair, and gentle ankle movements. Please have a physiotherapy assessment so the programme suits your ankle, and stop if any exercise increases pain or swelling. Wishing you a quicker recovery

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Physiotherapist - Answered on Nov 06, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Oct 01, 2026

I’ve noticed that my knees sometimes feel stiff and slightly painful when I climb stairs or get up from a chair, especially after I’ve been sitting for a while. I’ve heard terms like “muscle imbalance” and “knee alignment” from people discussing physiotherapy, but I’m not really sure what they mean in my case. Could the way I walk or the muscles around my hips and thighs be putting extra pressure on my knees, and what exercises would help strengthen them safely?

Ans: Thank you for your query. Yes, how you walk and how strong the muscles around your hips and thighs are can affect the pressure on your knees, and a physiotherapist can assess this by watching you move and testing your strength. Easy exercises to try are standing up from a chair and sitting down slowly 5 to 10 times, doing small squats while holding a chair, marching in place, and squeezing your buttocks gently. Please have a physiotherapy assessment first so the exercises are safe and right for you, and stop if anything increases your pain.

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Physiotherapist - Answered on Nov 06, 2026

Asked by Anonymous - Nov 06, 2026

My 7-year-old son seems to have very flat feet, and when he stands or walks, I hardly notice an arch on the inner side of his feet. He doesn't complain of pain, but I've noticed that his shoes sometimes wear out unevenly and he occasionally gets tired after walking for a long time. Do specific exercises help improve foot strength and posture?

Ans: Thank you for your query. Yes, simple foot exercises can help your son build strength and better posture things like gently scrunching a towel with his toes, picking up small objects with his feet, and practising standing with his weight spread evenly can make a real difference. Good-fitting shoes with a little support are also helpful, and these exercises are safe since he has no pain. If the tiredness or uneven shoe wear gets worse, it would be good idea getting evaluated by physiotherapist check him and give him a tailored plan. I wish your son quick recovery

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