Publications by authors named "Rutuja G Sawalkar"

Primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) can lead to a rare condition in children and adolescents known as windswept deformity. This deformity involves one knee exhibiting an abnormal outward angulation (valgus deformity), while the other knee shows an abnormal inward angulation (varus deformity). This asymmetrical syndrome, resembling the effect of strong winds, gives the impression that the knees are being swept in opposite directions.

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This case report focuses on a 75-year-old male diagnosed with cervical and lumbar disc disease, common conditions associated with intervertebral disc degeneration. The study aims to highlight the significance of physiotherapy in managing these conditions. The patient presented with neck and lower back pain radiating to the limbs which was managed conservatively with analgesics and physiotherapy.

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The thoracolumbar spine is prone to vertebral compression fractures (VCFs). An injury mechanism known as flexion compression is responsible for thoracolumbar spine compression fractures. Usually, this mechanism affects the longitudinal ligament at the front and the front part of the vertebral body as the first components.

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