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Sciatica is nerve pain that starts in the lower back or buttock and travels down the leg. It often causes burning pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness, and can make walking, sitting, or bending difficult. At Physionyx Physiotherapy & Rehab, Dr. Niraj Kumar helps treat sciatica with targeted physiotherapy to reduce nerve irritation, improve mobility, and correct the underlying movement or posture problems. The treatment may include manual therapy, stretching, strengthening, and guided exercises to ease pain and support recovery. This is a medically sound, non-surgical approach that helps many patients get back to normal daily activities with less pain and better function.

Lumbar Spondylosis is a common age-related condition in which the bones, discs, and joints of the lower spine begin to wear down, leading to low back pain, stiffness, and reduced movement. It may cause discomfort while sitting, standing, bending, or walking for long periods. At Physionyx Physiotherapy & Rehab, Dr. Niraj Kumar helps manage lumbar spondylosis with targeted physiotherapy aimed at reducing pain, improving spinal mobility, and strengthening the core and back muscles. His treatment approach is designed to address the underlying mechanical stress on the spine and support better daily function. This is a medically sound, non-surgical rehabilitation option that can help many patients control symptoms, move more comfortably, and slow further strain on the lower back.

Cervical Radiculopathy is a neck condition where a nerve gets irritated or compressed, causing pain that can spread into the shoulder, arm, or hand. It may also cause numbness, tingling, or weakness, especially when moving the neck. At Physionyx Physiotherapy & Rehab, Dr. Niraj Kumar helps manage this condition with targeted physiotherapy to reduce nerve irritation, improve neck movement, and strengthen the supporting muscles. The treatment is designed to relieve pain, improve posture, and help patients return to daily activities more comfortably. This is a medically sound, non-surgical approach that can help many patients control symptoms and recover better with proper rehabilitation.

Cervical Spondylosis is a common neck condition caused by age-related wear and tear in the cervical spine. It may lead to neck pain, stiffness, headaches, and sometimes pain or tingling that spreads to the shoulder or arm. At Physionyx Physiotherapy & Rehab, Dr. Niraj Kumar helps manage cervical spondylosis with targeted physiotherapy to reduce pain, improve neck movement, and strengthen the supporting muscles. The treatment focuses on posture correction, mobility work, and guided exercises to improve daily comfort and function. This is a medically sound, non-surgical approach that helps many patients control symptoms and move more easily with proper rehabilitation.

Prevent secondary complications such as pressure sores by regularly changing position, keeping the skin clean and dry, and using proper support surfaces. This helps protect the skin, improve blood flow, and reduce the risk of sores in patients with limited mobility. At Physionyx Physiotherapy & Rehab, Dr. Niraj Kumar also focuses on early mobility, posture correction, and guided exercise to support safer recovery and help prevent complications during prolonged rest or weakness.

Common Physiotherapy Goals

Common Physiotherapy Goals

Common Physiotherapy Goals

Enhance balance and coordination with physiotherapy that improves body control, stability, and safe movement during daily activities. It is especially helpful for patients recovering from injury, weakness, neurological issues, or reduced confidence in walking and standing. At Physionyx Physiotherapy & Rehab, Dr. Niraj Kumar uses guided exercises and functional training to improve balance, coordination, and overall movement control. This helps patients move more steadily, reduce fall risk, and regain confidence in daily life.

Common Physiotherapy Goals

Pediatric Brain Injury Physiotherapy Service Specialized, goal-focused physiotherapy for children and adolescents recovering from traumatic or acquired brain injury—delivered in clinic, home, or community settings to restore movement, balance, coordination, and everyday function. Who it’s for Children and young people with: Traumatic brain injury (road traffic accidents, falls, sports injuries) Acquired brain injury (stroke, meningitis, encephalitis, hypoxic injury, post–neuro surgery) Ongoing neurological difficulties affecting mobility, posture, or participation at home/school What the service includes Comprehensive assessment of muscle strength, tone, range of motion, posture, balance, coordination, and functional mobility (rolling, sitting, standing, walking). Individualized treatment plans aligned with family goals and school/community participation. Therapeutic activities using play, toys, and games to make sessions engaging while promoting normal movement patterns. Gait re-education, strengthening, stretching, balance and coordination exercises, and functional task practice. Positioning advice, equipment recommendations (standing frames, walking aids, specialist seating), and orthotic referrals where needed. Optional adjuncts: hydrotherapy, functional electrical stimulation, chest physiotherapy/breathing exercises, and home exercise programs. Care settings & delivery Inpatient/acute neuro-rehab (bedside, therapy gym, hydrotherapy pool, hospital corridors/garden). Outpatient clinic sessions and day programs. Home- and community-based rehab to support transition from hospital to home/school. Expected outcomes Improved mobility, balance, and coordination Greater independence in daily activities (transfers, walking, self-care) Safer movement and reduced risk of falls/contractures Better participation in school, play, and community life

What is muscular dystrophy in children? Muscular Dystrophy (MD) in children is a term used to cover several conditions of muscle diseases which are caused by a mutation in someone’s genes which leads to weakening and breakdown of skeletal muscles. Each can present with different severity and symptoms depending on an individual’s diagnosis. Probably the most well-known and most common is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). Read on to learn more about muscular dystrophy, the types of diseases it can cause, and how physiotherapy can help children diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy. How Does Muscular Dystrophy Present in Children? Typically muscular dystrophy presents in children between the ages of 3-6 years. , There are multiple signs that may indicate that the child has muscular dystrophy. These include but are not limited to: Delay in walking Clumsy movement (for example, falling over regularly) Finding it difficult to sit up or stand up Weakness in the pelvic and shoulder muscles Tip-toe walking Difficult climbing or jumping Losing skills that have previously been gained If you’d like to find out more about tip toe walking, and at which point you may want to seek professional advice, read one of our recent blogs – ‘Why Do Children Walk On Their Tip Toes?’ What Diseases Are Considered Muscular Dystrophy? Muscular Dystrophy is the group name given to a number of neuromuscular diseases, each with its own symptoms and impacts on a person. These are just some of the diseases that are classed as muscular dystrophy; Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) Myotonic Dystrophy (DM) Distal Dystrophy (DD) Emery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy (EDMD) Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy (OPMD) Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy (LGMD) Probably the most well-known and most common disease associated with muscular dystrophy is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). It is estimated that every year in the world 20,000 children are diagnosed with DMD.