Understanding Your Pain: Identifying Root Causes
Pain is your body's signal, not a life sentence. Whether it's a stiff neck or a chronic ache, I help you find exactly what's wrong so we can fix it for good.
Back pain can stem from many causes, including poor posture, injury, or degenerative conditions. Here, a therapist assesses a patient's back, the first step toward creating a personalized relief plan.
This diagram illustrates some of the most common causes of back pain that I treat, such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis, sprains, and disc degeneration. Understanding the cause is key to effective treatment.
This educational video explains the differences between three related spinal conditions: Spondylitis (inflammation), Spondylosis (age-related wear and tear), and Spondylolisthesis (vertebra slippage).
Frozen shoulder is a condition that causes significant stiffness and pain. This graphic outlines what it is, how it feels, and the treatment approaches I use to restore mobility and reduce discomfort.
Persistent shoulder pain can often be a sign of a rotator cuff injury, common in sports or jobs with repetitive arm movements. My rehabilitation programs focus on restoring function and preventing re-injury.
Knee pain is a frequent complaint I see, with causes ranging from osteoarthritis and sports injuries to post-surgery recovery. I offer comprehensive assessments to pinpoint the root cause and create a custom rehab program.
Plantar Fasciitis causes sharp pain in the heel and can make every step difficult. This video explains the condition, which is an inflammation of the tissue on the bottom of your foot, and outlines effective treatment options.
This anatomical diagram shows what happens in the case of Tennis Elbow, or Lateral Epicondylitis. It's an inflammation of the tendon caused by overuse of the extensor muscle in the forearm.
Tennis Elbow doesn't just affect athletes. This video explains how overuse of the forearm muscles leads to pain and inflammation, and how my targeted physiotherapy exercises can strengthen the area and provide relief.
This graphic provides a clear overview of elbow pain, covering common causes like tendinitis and bursitis, symptoms to watch for, and the management strategies I recommend, including physical therapy.
About Understanding Common Pains
You don't need to guess what is causing your discomfort. Whether you are dealing with a recurring sports injury, a frozen shoulder, or chronic back pain, we always start by mapping your trigger points. Before you reach for another painkiller, remember that my goal is to find the root cause—bilkul jad se—so you can stop managing symptoms and start living pain-free.
Why Understanding Pain Matters
Most people come to me after trying to ignore their pain for months, or worse, just treating the surface symptoms with pills. Pain is a language your body speaks when it needs help. If you ignore it, the underlying issue like a herniated disc, tendonitis, or simple overuse usually gets worse.
Common Conditions I See
I treat a wide range of issues daily at my clinics in Ashok Vihar, Inderpuri, and Pitampura:
- Spinal Issues: Many patients confuse Spondylitis (inflammation), Spondylosis (age-related wear and tear), and Spondylolisthesis. I help clarify exactly what you have so the treatment actually works.
- Joint & Muscle Pain: From the sharp, repetitive agony of Tennis Elbow to the deep restriction of a Frozen Shoulder, I use manual therapy, dry needling, and modern tools like Shockwave therapy to get you moving again.
- Nerve Entrapment: Conditions like Piriformis Syndrome or Trigeminal Neuralgia often feel like 'mysterious' pain. Once we identify the nerve compression, we can target it specifically.
My Approach
I have been in this field since 1999, and if there is one thing I have learned, it is that dard normal nahi hai (pain is not normal). Whether you are an athlete dealing with a sports rehab requirement or an office worker with posture-induced chronic back pain, we start with a proper assessment. My team and I don't just do physio—we look for why your shoulder, knee, or back is hurting in the first place. You are not just a case file; you are a partner in your own recovery.
Rajiv Mehta
I am Dr. Rajiv Mehta, and I have been helping Delhi move without pain since 1999. My clinic, Velocity, is built on the belief that we should treat the person, not just the injury. Whether you come to one of my clinics or I visit you at home, my goal is to get you back to your life as quickly as possible.
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