Dr. R. A. Purnachandra Tejaswi

Many people take a cortisone (steroid) injection when their shoulder or knee pain becomes unbearable. It reduces swelling very fast, and within 2 to 3 days, the severe pain completely disappears. You feel like your joint is 100% fine.

But here is the catch: Just because the pain is gone, it doesn't mean the actual damage is repaired.

Because you feel no pain, you might directly go back to playing sports, gym workouts, or heavy lifting. But without your body's natural pain signals to warn you, you can easily overload a weak tendon or cartilage. This can turn a small, hidden strain into a major tear. Also, taking repeated steroid shots can make the surrounding tissues weaker over time.

The Smart Way:
An injection is not a permanent cure. Think of it as a temporary relief window. You should use this pain-free time to start proper physiotherapy, fix your joint movement, and build muscle strength around it.

Don't just hide the pain—let's fix the root cause.

Warmly,

Dr. R. A. Purnachandra Tejaswi
Director and Head, Department of Sports Orthopaedics, Arthroscopy & Shoulder Service
KIMS Hospitals, Secunderabad

📞 Book an Appointment: +91 6300 800 300
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Dr. R. A. Purnachandra Tejaswi

🧘‍♂️ This International Yoga Day, take a step towards a healthier and pain-free life!

Yoga not only strengthens the body but also improves flexibility, joint health, mobility, and overall well-being. 🌿

✅ Better Hip Mobility
✅ Healthier Knees
✅ Stronger Bones & Joints

Prioritize your health with expert orthopedic care and an active lifestyle.

👨‍⚕️ Dr. R. A. Purnachandra Tejaswi
Director & Head – Sports Orthopedics
KIMS Hospital, Secunderabad

📞 Book an Appointment: +91 6300 800 300
🌐 Visit: drpurnachandratejaswi.com/

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1 week ago | [YT] | 0

Dr. R. A. Purnachandra Tejaswi

"My fracture healed... so why is my elbow still stuck?"

A few months after an arm fracture, dislocation, or surgery, many people expect life to go back to normal. But instead, they find themselves struggling with something unexpected—the elbow simply won't bend or straighten properly.

Most people think the joint is just weak and try to force it with aggressive stretching. Unfortunately, that often makes things worse.

After an injury, the elbow protects itself by forming scar tissue inside the joint. Over time, these tight bands can build up and restrict movement. No matter how hard you try, the joint feels blocked.

While physiotherapy is often the first step, some patients develop scar tissue that simply won't loosen on its own. In such cases, advanced minimally invasive procedures like arthroscopic arthrolysis can help. Using tiny keyhole incisions, we carefully remove the scar tissue that's restricting movement, allowing the joint to move more freely again.

Are you struggling to fully bend or straighten your arm after an old injury? We can help!

Dr. R. A. Purnachandra Tejaswi
Director and Head, Department of Sports Orthopaedics, Arthroscopy & Shoulder Service
KIMS Hospitals, Secunderabad
📞 Book an Appointment: +91 6300 800 300
🌐 Visit: drpurnachandratejaswi.com/

#ElbowStiffness #ElbowInjury #JointMobility #SportsMedicine #OrthopedicSurgeon #Arthroscopy #PostTraumaRecovery #KeyholeSurgery #drpurnachandratejaswi #kimshospital

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