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Dr. Ajay Kothari Highlights Risks of Text Neck Syndrome Due to Excessive Mobile Use Dr. Ajay Kothari, a renowned spine specialist, highlighted the alarming rise of "Text Neck Syndrome" in his article published in Lokmat Newspaper. The article emphasizes the dangers of excessive mobile phone usage, which leads to neck and spine disorders, particularly in those using devices for 3-4 hours daily. Dr. Kothari explains that constantly bending the neck while using a mobile phone puts undue strain on neck muscles, leading to pain and potential long-term damage. He offers practical tips to alleviate symptoms, such as chin tuck exercises and proper posture, and stresses the importance of consulting an orthopedic doctor or physiotherapist for severe cases. Read More - Successful Scoliosis Treatment by Dr. Ajay Kothari at Sancheti HospitalDr. Ajay Kothari awarded DNB orthopedics gold medal  

Successful Scoliosis Treatment by Dr. Ajay Kothari at Sancheti Hospital Dr. Ajay Kothari, Consultant Spine, Scoliosis, and Endoscopic Spine Surgeon at Sancheti Hospital, Pune, successfully treated a 12-year-old girl with a severe and progressively worsening scoliosis deformity. Dr. Kothari performed a challenging yet advantageous surgery using advanced technology such as the O-arm, navigation, and neuro-monitoring piezoelectric knife. The patient completely recovered, with her deformity nearly corrected to normalcy, and was discharged on the fifth day. Within a month, she was able to rejoin her school program. Dr. Kothari emphasizes that, with special expertise and high-end technology, scoliosis treatment can be life-changing for young patients and is now affordable without compromising quality. Scoliosis  Treatment is challenging but possible Needs special expertise  Needs Hi- End technology  Proper treatment- Very rewarding Life-changing for the small kids  In Today’s era affordable treatment is possible without compromising on quality   Read More - Dr. Ajay Kothari was awarded DNB Orthopedics gold medalAvoid Supermarket Syndrome: Tips from Dr. Ajay Kothari on Preventing Spine and Joint Injuries

Dr. Ajay Kothari awarded DNB orthopedics gold medal Dr. Ajay Kothari spine surgeon from Pune, secured the top position in the nationwide DNB orthopedics examination. He was awarded a gold medal by Union Health Minister Dr. Ambumani Ramadoss on February 28th, 2008 at Siri Fort Auditorium, New Delhi. With only a 3-4% success rate, the DNB exam is known for its difficulty level, making Dr.  Ajay Kothari’s accomplishment even more impressive. He excelled among 412 candidates and was guided by Padmabhushan Dr. K.H. Sancheti and Dr. Parag Sancheti. Dr. Kothari, who had previously topped his MBBS at Bharati Vidyapeeth in 2005, hails from a family with a rich legacy in medicine and public service. This accomplishment adds another feather in his cap.                           Read More -  Avoid Supermarket Syndrome: Tips from Dr. Ajay Kothari on Preventing Spine and Joint Injuries Preventing Sports Injuries: Insights from Dr. Ajay Kothari  

Avoid Supermarket Syndrome: Tips from Dr. Ajay Kothari on Preventing Spine and Joint Injuries Dr. Ajay Kothari, a leading consultant spine surgeon, warns about the dangers of 'supermarket syndrome,' a condition that arises from lifting heavy packages during shopping trips. This syndrome can lead to serious orthopedic spine problems, including slipped discs in the cervical or lumbar regions, severe shoulder issues, and wrist and elbow injuries.   Weekend shopping sprees, sales, and bulk buying often result in people carrying heavy loads from supermarkets to their vehicles. This strain can cause significant damage to the spine, shoulders, wrists, elbows, and knees. The cumulative effect of these heavy lifting activities can lead to chronic pain and irreversible spine damage over time.   Read Full Article - Click Here   Read More -  Preventing Sports Injuries: Insights from Dr. Ajay Kothari Dr Ajay Kothari, South Korea visited to learn about advanced endoscopic procedures  

Preventing Sports Injuries: Insights from Dr. Ajay Kothari Sports Injuries: Dr. Ajay Kothari, Consultant Spine Surgeon, highlights preventive measures for common sports-related accidents. From ACL tears in the knee to rotator cuff injuries in the shoulder, learn about the causes and treatments. Stay informed and adopt strategies for a safer and healthier sporting experience. Read more in Lokmat News.  Read More - Dr Ajay Kothari, South Korea visit to learn advanced endoscopic proceduresDr. Ajay Kothari's Prominent Participation at 'Aishwarya Katta' Ideological Exchange in South Pune  

Dr Ajay Kothari, South Korea visit for learning advanced endoscopic procedures Dr Ajay Kothari‘s visit to South Korea at Dae Jon Woori Hospital. He was invited as a visiting surgeon with Professor Chu Wong Park and they exchanged a lot of thoughts on various spinal pathologies and he also got a chance to learn. Endoscopic spine. Surgery advancements under professor. It was a very fruitful experience and it will benefit our patients with minimally invasive spines. Surgery advanced procedures, no need for bigger incisions and blood loss. These endoscopic spine surgeries will be done through a keyhole approach. No blood loss, shorter hospital stay, and faster. Return to function.                         Read More -   Dr. Ajay Kothari's Prominent Participation at 'Aishwarya Katta' Ideological Exchange in South Pune  Preventing and Managing 'Text-Neck' Syndrome - Dr. Ajay Kothari    

Dr. Ajay Kothari's Prominent Participation at 'Aishwarya Katta' Ideological Exchange in South Pune Dr. Ajay Kothari, a distinguished Orthopedic Surgeon and Spine Specialist in Pune, was a prominent presence at the "Aishwarya Katta" event held on October 4, 2023. This platform provided an opportunity for meaningful exchanges of ideas in South Pune. Dr. Kothari's notable presence, alongside other respected figures such as Padmashri Awardee Muralikant Petkar, former Police Officer Vinayak Gaikwad, and senior journalist Anand Saraf, highlights his commitment to contributing to the community's well-being and sharing his valuable insights in the field of orthopedics and spine health.  Read More -  Preventing and Managing 'Text-Neck' Syndrome - Dr. Ajay Kothari To Strengthen the Spine by Dr. Ajay Kothari

Preventing and Managing 'Text-Neck' Syndrome - Dr. Ajay Kothari Dr. Ajay Kothari, a renowned Spine Specialist in Pune, addresses the growing concern of "text-neck" syndrome, which is affecting individuals of all ages, including young children. In today's technology-driven world, excessive use of gadgets, especially phones, has led to poor posture and hunched back while browsing or reading text messages, emails, and social media posts. This has resulted in neck pain and discomfort, known as the "text-neck syndrome." Dr. Kothari emphasizes that constantly bending the neck while using cellphones and maintaining the same position for prolonged hours can lead to neck pain, stiffness, and even radiating pain in the hands. He advises adopting healthy habits, such as minimizing cellphone use, taking breaks every 15-20 minutes, and practicing neck exercises to improve flexibility and mobility. Dr. Kothari also suggests consulting a medical professional for advanced symptoms and providing appropriate treatment options, including anti-inflammatory medications, pain block therapy, or even key-hole spine surgery if necessary. He urges individuals to prioritize good posture and limit screen time to maintain a healthy spine and prevent the adverse effects of "text neck" syndrome.  Read More  - To Strengthen the Spine by Dr. Ajay Kothari Australian Doctor Visited Dr. Ajay Kothari to Observe Complex Spine Surgery

To Strengthen the Spine by Dr. Ajay Kothari Our ancestor is a monkey, which walks on four legs. Therefore they never more on their spine. However, as evolution progressed, this four-legged animal became a bipedal human. Technically speaking, the Fulerum of this Evolution is the Spine. So along with the three basic needs of food, clothing and shelter, regular back exercise is equally important. Therefore, spine (back pain, neck pain) patients are the most. The spinal cord is part of the skeleton and From the base of the skull to the tip of the coccyx is spread out.     The spine can twist, bend and sway in almost any direction. Your vertebral column protects your fragile spine and helps support the weight of your upper body. Abdominal and back muscles maintain the natural curve of the spine and body posture. Protects the spinal cord and spinal nerves. The spine forms the central axis of weight bearing and supports the head as well as transfers the weight of the abdomen to the legs.     Read our previous article: 1. https://www.spinesurgeonpune.co.in/spinesurgeonpune/terms/Importance-of-Spine-and-its-Health-Explained-by-Dr-Ajay-Kothari/7860 2. https://www.spinesurgeonpune.co.in/spinesurgeonpune/terms/Robotic-Spine-Surgery-in-Pune-Dr-Ajay-Kothari/7847   Suffering from back pain? Call Us  

Spine Surgery on 75 Years Old Lady by Dr. Ajay Kothari Is spine surgery safe at 75 years?? This question was asked to Consultant Spine Surgeon And Spine Unit Head at Sancheti Hospital Pune, Dr. Ajay Kothari's by this lady Mrs Patel two months back, He told her with the modern advancements in technology good surgical expertise and good post-operative care Physiotherapy and rehabilitation you can get a decent improvement and a good quality of life post  surgery .. Mrs Patel came back after six weeks of surgery and said she’s very happy she is able to do all her activities of daily living and pain has reduced by around 95%Read more from Dr. Ajay KothariLumbar Spine Spondylolisthesis treated by Lumbar Fusion Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery | Dr. Ajay KothariO Arm Navigation in Complex Spine Surgery | Dr. Ajay Kothari Consult Our Expert! Call Now

Lumbar Spine Spondylolisthesis treated by Lumbar Fusion Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery | Dr. Ajay Kothari Mrs. Raina from kashmir was suffering from lumbar spine spondylolisthesis problem she met her doctor in Kashmir who recommended her Consultant Spine Surgeon And Spine Unit Head at Sancheti Hospital Pune, Dr. Ajay Kothari's name and hence she came and consulted me . Because the problem was very severe Dr. Ajay suggested you need lumbar fusion minimally invasive spine surgery she agreed to it and got it done . Its been 1  year post surgery she came to meet Dr. Ajay just to thank him for making her completely pain-free and she is now completely back to her normal life.Mrs Raina from Kashmir !!!Read more from Dr. Ajay KothariO Arm Navigation in Complex Spine Surgery | Dr. Ajay KothariDr. Ajay Kothari presented a paper in MAOCON 2022 Consult Our Expert! Call Now

O Arm Navigation in Complex Spine Surgery | Dr. Ajay Kothari Annual Conference Of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeons Of Bharat was arranged in Pune. Consultant Spine Surgeon And Spine Unit Head at Sancheti Hospital Pune, Dr. Ajay Kothari is working to improve spine treatments. He got an opprtunity to present our using O Arm navigation in complex spine surgery  and showed two pre-recorded surgeries and this conference. It was very well attended by spine surgeons all across Asia and our work was highly appreciated also was part of the organising committee.Read more from Consultant Spine Surgeon And Spine Unit Head at Sancheti Hospital Pune, Dr. Ajay KothariDr. Ajay Kothari presented a paper in MAOCON 2022Dr KH Sancheti awarded Lifetime Achievement Award | Dr. Ajay Kothari Consult Our Expert! Call Now