Bone, joint & back advice · Pakistan
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OverseasCan you consult a doctor in Pakistan online from abroad?
Living in the UK, USA or Canada? How overseas Pakistanis consult a senior orthopaedic surgeon in Pakistan by video — the time difference, your scans, and whether online is enough.
Read the article → OverseasArranging orthopaedic care for your parents in Pakistan
Worried about a parent's knee, hip or back from thousands of miles away? How to book a senior orthopaedic consultation for them — and join the video call yourself.
Read the article → OverseasGetting a second opinion before surgery when you live abroad
Told you need an operation where you live? How to get an independent view on your X-rays and MRI from a senior Pakistani surgeon, online, before you decide.
Read the article → KneeIs it normal for knees to crack? When knee sounds are harmless — and when they are not
Almost everyone's knees click or crack at some point. Here is the simple rule for when it is nothing to worry about, and the signs that mean it is worth getting checked.
Read the article → Bone healthVitamin D deficiency and body pain in Pakistan: why it is so common and what to do
Vague aches, tiredness and bone pain are often blamed on age — but in Pakistan they are frequently down to vitamin D deficiency, even in a sunny country. Here is why, and what actually helps.
Read the article → FracturesHow long does a fracture take to heal? A simple timeline
The first question everyone asks after a break. A realistic timeline by bone — plus the one thing most people get wrong about "healed" versus "recovered."
Read the article → SpineDoes a slipped disc always need surgery?
A slipped disc on your MRI rarely means an operation. Why most settle without surgery, what the scan does not tell you, and when surgery genuinely is needed.
Read the article → Back & Neck5 desk-job habits causing your back & neck pain (and how to fix them)
Long hours at a desk are a leading cause of back and neck pain. The five everyday habits behind it — and a simple fix for each you can start today.
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