Dr Akshay Dhanda

Dr Akshay Dhanda Orthopaedic Surgeon | Sports Injury Expert 🏆
ACL, Meniscus, Rotator Cuff | Knee & Shoulder
Meet me @ Manipal Hospitals Bangalore

11/12/2025

Are you waking up with back or neck pain?

Your sleeping position may be the reason.

🔹 Sleeping on the stomach – Worst position, strains neck & spine
🔹 Sleeping on the back – Best for spinal alignment
🔹 Side sleeping with a pillow – Safe & comfortable when done correctly

Choose the right sleep position to reduce morning pain and protect your spine.

07/12/2025

3 Tips Every Racket sports Players must know ! 💪🎾

1️⃣ Strength & Stretch Routine
• Stretching exercises
• Squeezing a soft ball
• 1 kg dumbbell strengthening

2️⃣ Fix Your Technique
• Correct racket grip
• Proper posture
• Use an elbow support/band

3️⃣ Don’t Skip Cool Down
• Gentle stretching after play
• Relaxing the muscles reduces pain

👉 Protect your elbows & play pain-free!

03/12/2025

3 Tips to Avoid Shoulder Injuries 🦴💪

1️⃣ Stretching before activity
2️⃣ Rotator cuff strengthening with resistance bands (especially before gym workouts)
3️⃣ Cooldown stretching after exercise

👉 Simple steps that protect your shoulders long-term.

30/11/2025

3 Tips for Footballers to Prevent ACL Tear ⚽🦵

1️⃣ Do stretching + jogging before every game
2️⃣ Wear proper knee support for stability
3️⃣ Cooldown with stretching after play

👉 Small habits = big protection for your ACL.

26/11/2025

Top 5 Sitting Tips Techies Must Know! 💻🪑

1️⃣ Adjust your chair height so your knees & hips are at 90°
2️⃣ Keep your screen at eye level
3️⃣ Use armrest support to maintain a 90–90–90 angle (shoulder–elbow–wrist)
4️⃣ Use a small lumbar pillow or built-in lumbar support
5️⃣ Keep your mouse & keyboard close to avoid shoulder strain

👉 Small posture changes = big relief for your back & neck!

22/11/2025

Your Spine Loves These 5 Exercises!! 🧘‍♂🦴

Do these daily for just 5 minutes:

1) Cat & Camel
2) Thoracic Extension on Pillow Roll
3) Bird Dog
4) Glute Bridges
5) Chin Tucks

👉 A few minutes a day = a stronger, healthier spine.

20/11/2025

Robotic Surgery! Why Not for Everyone? 🤖⚕️

Robotic surgery is advanced, precise, and safe — but not for everyone.

👉 It depends on the type of disease, patient’s health, previous surgeries, and doctor’s recommendation.
The robot never operates alone — the surgeon controls every movement.

14/11/2025

Knee Pain Below 35 Years? 🦵⚠

Common reasons include:
⿡ Sedentary lifestyle (long sitting hours)
⿢ Poor sitting posture
⿣ Micro-damage to knee cartilage from daily strain

👉 Staying active and building muscle strength can prevent early knee problems.

11/11/2025

Heel Pain in the Morning? It May Be Plantar Fasciitis! 🦶☀️

If you feel sharp heel pain when you take your first steps in the morning, it could be Plantar Fasciitis — inflammation of the thick band under your foot.

👉 Signs include:
✔️ Pain at the bottom of the heel after rest
✔️ Pain decreases after walking for some time
✔️ Worsens again after long standing or sitting

08/11/2025

Top 4 Reasons for Osteoarthritis at a Young Age ⚠️🦵

1️⃣ Sitting for long hours
2️⃣ Poor posture
3️⃣ Poor diet
4️⃣ No focus on physical activity
👉 Stay active, eat right, and keep your joints strong!

07/11/2025

Why Should You Build Muscles with Gym, Yoga, or Swimming? 💪🏊‍♂️🧘‍♀️

By doing gym workouts, yoga, and swimming, your muscles become stronger, your bones get better support, and your overall body strength increases — leading to better balance, higher energy, and longer, healthier life.

02/11/2025

Follow These 3 Tips & Avoid Muscle Cramps! 💪⚡

1️⃣ Warm up well before any activity
2️⃣ Don’t start with high-intensity sports — begin slowly
3️⃣ Cool down after exercise to relax your muscles

👉 Proper preparation keeps your muscles flexible and pain-free!

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Manipal Hospitals
Bangalore
560078

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