Free Interactive Guide
Orthopaedic Pain Decoder
Not sure what's causing your bone or joint pain? Answer a few quick questions and get a clear, plain-language idea of what it could mean — and what to do next. This is a free educational guide, not a diagnosis.
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The Pain Decoder covers the areas Prof. Dr. Ahmed Ali sees most often — the knee, back & spine, hip, shoulder, neck, hand & wrist, ankle & foot, and elbow. Pick where it hurts, tell us how long it's been going on and what it feels like, and you'll get an idea of what that pattern is commonly linked to. It takes under a minute, and nothing you enter is stored.
Where is your pain?
Pick the area that's bothering you most.
A few quick questions
Choose the option that fits best. There are no wrong answers.
Important: The Pain Decoder is general educational information, not a medical diagnosis or a substitute for seeing a doctor. It cannot examine you or see your scans. For a personal assessment, book a consultation. If your symptoms are severe or you think it's an emergency, go to your nearest hospital.
Common questions
Is the Pain Decoder a diagnosis?
No — it's an educational guide only. It helps you understand what a pain pattern is commonly associated with and what sensible next steps are, but it cannot diagnose you. Only a proper assessment by a doctor, with your history and any scans, can tell you what's actually causing your pain.
Is it free to use?
Yes, completely free. If you'd like a proper assessment afterwards, an online video consultation with Prof. Dr. Ahmed Ali is Rs 5,000 and includes a diagnosis, a treatment plan and a prescription where appropriate.
How does it work?
You pick the area that hurts, answer two or three short questions about how long it's been going on and what it feels like, and you get a plain-language explanation of what that pattern often means, plus what to do next.
Can it replace seeing a doctor?
No. It's a starting point, not a substitute for medical advice. If your answers suggest anything urgent, it will tell you to be seen in person. For a personal diagnosis and treatment plan, book a consultation, and for emergencies go to your nearest hospital.