Dr. Kaiwan M. Randeria is an Orthopedic Surgeon, holding a Fellowship in Joint Replacement Surgery. He aims to increase awareness about bone health, which has been adversely affected in keeping with today’s unhealthy lifestyle and nutritional issues. [Connect with him at: drkaiwan94@gmail.com ] As an Orthopaedic surgeon, I encounter numerous patients with musculoskeletal issues, and […]
In today’s digital age, ‘Dr. Google’ has become every healthcare professional’s unofficial, uninvited and wildly inaccurate colleague – the one who skips med school but still has a lot to say in the exam room! With the rise of search engines, medical symptoms are just a few clicks away from self-diagnosis, whether you’re suffering from […]
As India prepares to welcome the monsoons, healthcare providers are also bracing for a familiar annual challenge: the spike in respiratory infections, including seasonal influenza (the flu). With damp weather, poor air circulation and increased exposure in crowded settings, the conditions are conducive to the spread of the flu virus. Among the most effective tools […]
– Understanding Painkillers, Anti-inflammatories & Antibiotics – Imagine this: You wake up with a throbbing headache, your friend is nursing a swollen knee from a gym injury, and your cousin is down with a fever: three different ailments, three different treatments. In a world where popping pills has become second nature, do we know what […]
My dear Parsi Times readers, Jamshedi Navroze Mubarak! Let’s welcome the new year with an honest chat. We Parsis love our comfort – our cushy armchairs, our afternoon naps, and of course, being WhatsApp warriors where we sit and type away, slowly turning into Dhansak-fed ‘papeto’. But while our taste buds may be thriving, what […]
DR. KAIWAN RANDERIA Is your shoulder so stiff it feels like it’s made of cardboard? You might be dealing with Frozen Shoulder – a condition where the capsule of your shoulder joint undergoes inflammatory changes, leading to stiffness in the shoulder joint. The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the human body, […]
PT reader, Hurmaz Patel shares his inspiring journey marking the success of reversing his Type 2 Diabetes, under the expert care and guidance of PT columnist, Dr. Trishala Chopra. Diabetes is the condition which causes high levels of blood sugar or glucose. Diabetes is often referred to as a “silent killer” because in its initial stages, […]
As India celebrates her 76th Republic Day, we proudly salute the spirit of democracy, equality, and unity enshrined in our Constitution. But did you know that the principles guiding our nation’s progress can also inspire us to rejuvenate the ‘constitution’ of our body? This Republic Day, let’s explore how to honour and rebuild our body’s […]
– Why One Should Avoid Self Medication – Dr. Kaiwan Randeria Dr. Kaiwan Randeria is an Orthopaedic Surgeon holding a Fellowship in Joint Replacements. You can reach him for various Arthritis, Joints, Spine and Musculoskeletal related ailments, on email: drkaiwan94@gmail.com On a hot Sunday afternoon, Soli and Sohrab were relishing their favourite brand of Raspberry, […]
Imagine a singular, profound change that could dramatically reduce your risk of heart disease, stroke and even cancer. This pivotal question has captivated a dedicated cadre of doctors and researchers for decades, and their groundbreaking findings are now spotlighted in the acclaimed documentary, ‘Forks Over Knives’. The consensus? Adopting a whole-foods, plant-based diet may not […]
Winter is here, and with it comes the season of coughs, sniffles, and sore throats. As temperatures drop, the number of cold and flu cases soars! But why does winter bring such an onslaught of respiratory illnesses? More importantly, how can you boost your immune system to stay strong and healthy when the mercury drops? […]