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Time of India
18-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Fix your posture, say doctors as slipped disc cases rise among youngsters in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: If you're in your 20s or 30s and struggling with frequent back pain, you're not alone. You might want to get it checked as it might be more than just a result of poor posture or a stiff muscle. Doctors in Bengaluru say they're seeing a steady rise in slipped disc cases among young adults (20-35 years), many of whom spend hours glued to screens, hunched over desks or commuting long distances. What was once a condition common in older adults is now affecting teenagers and office-goers alike. Dr Harish Puranik, head of orthopaedics at Altius Hospital, told TOI he sees over 30 cases a month among the young. "Discs are jelly-like cushions between the spine's 32 bones. With age, they lose water and become brittle. That's normal. In fact, about 30% of healthy people show disc bulges on MRI scans, even without symptoms. What's changed is the number of scans being done. Earlier, back pain was treated with physiotherapy and rest. Now, more people get MRIs, so we're seeing more cases but not necessarily more disease." He added, "The real problem is weak muscles. People sit for long hours, rarely move and don't build strength. Poor posture, stress, vitamin D and B12 deficiencies and lack of exercise worsen it. Ironically, it's not manual labourers but white-collar workers who have more back pain." Dr Anand N Chavan, senior consultant, Fortis Hospitals, said he sees over 50 such cases every month among people below 35 years age. "The spinal disc works like a rubber washer. With constant pressure, it dries, stiffens and loses shock absorption. The strain then concentrates on one spot, causing the disc to slip. Painkillers or rest offer temporary relief, but if you don't fix your posture or activity levels, it keeps coming back. " Dr Ganesh Veerabhadraiah, senior consultant neurosurgeon at Kauvery Hospitals, noted even teenagers are now being diagnosed. "We see 16 and 17 year-olds with disc issues. Post Covid, work-from-home setups made it worse. Smoking also plays a role by reducing blood flow to the discs, speeding up degeneration." How to keep spine healthy Practise proper posture Stay physically active Avoid prolonged sitting Lift with care Focus on nutrition & hydration Symptoms of slipped disc - Persistent back or neck pain - Radiating pain to arms or legs - Numbness or tingling sensation - Muscle weakness or fatigue - Pain triggered by movement or pressure Source: Dr Anand N Chavan, senior consultant, Fortis Hospitals
The Hindu
05-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Hospital opens cancer institute in Tiruchi
A cancer care centre was launched under the auspices of Kauvery Hospital in Tiruchi on Thursday with the aim of bringing multi-modal and advanced treatments to the city. According to an official release, the Kauvery Cancer Institute was inaugurated by K.N. Nehru, Minister for Municipal Administration and Urban Water Supply on Wednesday. Mayor M. Anbazhagan was present. The facility, which includes a 50-bed daycare centre, will offer services in prevention and screening of cancer, surgical oncology, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. Key facilities include the proprietary 'TrueBeam' radiation therapy system for cancer treatment at crucial sites like brain, lung, head and neck. The hospital is equipped with a Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Computed Tomography (CT) scanner for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning for cancer. In his inaugural address, D. Senguttuvan, executive director, Kauvery Hospitals, said that while the incidence of cancer is steadily increasing due to lifestyle changes, there was progress in treatment success rates because of the evolving technologies. 'The facility makes advanced treatment more accessible to patients who might otherwise have to travel to larger cities. Nuclear medicine will be added in the coming months,' he said. B. Anis, head, Department of Oncology, spoke.
Hans India
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Shiva Rajkumar honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award
Bengaluru: The sixth edition of the Chandanavana Film Critics Academy Awards celebrated the finest talents in Kannada cinema at a grand ceremony held in Bengaluru on Sunday evening. The highlight of the evening was the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award presented to Kannada superstar Dr. Shiva Rajkumar, making him the first recipient of the honor since the awards' inception. Dr. Shiva Rajkumar was felicitated with a trophy, a gold medal instituted by Hamsalekha's Iydani, and a citation, recognizing his remarkable contributions to the Kannada film industry. Among the major winners of the night was Duniya Vijay, who took home the Best Director award for his action-packed film Bheema, while fan-favorite Golden Star Ganesh was awarded Best Actor for his performance in Krishnam Pranaya Sakhi. Roshni Prakash won Best Actress for her role in Murphy. The critically acclaimed film Hadinelentu, directed by Prithvi Konanur, was named Best Film of 2024. The Best Supporting Actress award was shared by Anu Prabhakar (Bhairadevi) and Rekha Koodligi (Hadinelentu), while Gopalakrishna Deshpande won Best Supporting Actor for Shakhahari. In the music categories, Charan Raj won Best Music Director for Bheema, and Ravi Basrur bagged Best Background Score for Bhairathi Ranagal. A total of 29 awards were presented across five categories: Debut Awards, Technical Excellence, Music, Acting and Direction, and Jury Awards. Veteran composer Hamsalekha, celebrated director TS Nagabharana, Padma Shri awardee Dr. Kamini Rao and actress Suman Nagarkar were among the dignitaries who presented the awards. The evening was a grand celebration of talent, storytelling, and the enduring legacy of Kannada cinema. The Chandanavana Film Critics Academy Awards 2025 was presented by Title Sponsor Yumi Ventures, with Turbo Steel and Kauvery Hospitals, Bangalore as Co-Sponsors. The event was supported by an esteemed lineup of partners including Mysore Sandal Soap, KMF Nandini, MSIL, K-Tech, I-CATT, Karnataka Tourism, Karnataka Transport Department, Karnataka Grape and Wine Board, Anand Audio, A2 Music, Sri Sai Gold Palace, Alliance University, EV Galaxy, Jaya Durga Ads, and La Grapes. Jury special awards • Mamata Rahuth – Tarini • Palani D Senapati • Dr. Kamini Rao's Master Class (Poorvi Productions) • Best Debut in a Negative Role - Dragon Manju (Bheema) Notable debut winners • Best Debut Actor (Sanchari Vijay Award): Samarjit Lankesh – Gauri • Best Debut Actress (Tripurambha Award): Sherlyn Bhosle – Hadinelentu • Best Debut Director (Shankar Nag Award): Utsav Gonwar – Photo • Best Debut Writer (Ch. Udayashankar Award): Jay Shankar – Shivamma • Best Debut Producer (Puneeth Rajkumar Award): Rajesh Keelambi & Ranjani Prasanna – Shakhahari Technical & creative category • Best VFX: Nirmal Kumar – Bagheera • Best Art Direction: G. Shivakumar – UI • Best Editing: Ujwal Chandra – Shalivahana Shake • Best Cinematography: Shekhar Chandra – Max • Best Choreography: Madan Harini – Sri Krishnam Jagat Karnam (Krishnam Pranaya Sakhi) • Best Dialogue: Nagaraj Somayaji – Maryaade Prashne • Best Screenplay: Prithvi Konanur – Hadinelentu • Best Singer (Female): Indu Nagaraj – Chinnamma (Krishnam Pranaya Sakhi) • Best Singer (Male/Group): Rahul & MC Biju – Bad Boys (Bheema) • Best Child Artist: Rithusparsha – Taekwondo Girl
