Psychosocial Rehabilitation Questions

I will be able to comment/ suggest you better if I examin you as TMJ is a complex apparatus and even a small flaw is in functionality (even a high dental filling) or a single malaligned tooth can lead to sever problems.

TMJ peoblems usually managed by drugs & injection into the joints. Consult pain specialist for further management.

Best is to increase quality and variety of diet through almonds, cashews, paneer, curds, eggs, fruits, dals etc. Avoid giving artificial things unless recommended by doctor. You may give Vitamin drops for a month and also get deworming done every six months.

The actual cost of a Chin Implant Surgery could be decided upon by an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon only. For the record sake, it won't be any less than 80,000 INR and any more than 2 lakh INR!

Avoid sitting Cross legged.
Avoid Squatting-
Quadriceps Exercises- Lie straight, make a towel role and put it under the knee, press the keen against the role, hold it for 20 secs. Repeat 20 times twice a day. This will help relieve some pain.
Core Strengthening Exercise- Straight Leg Raised With Toes Turned Outward, repeat 10 times, twice a day.
Hams Stretching- lie straight, take the leg up, pull the feet towards yourself, with a elastic tube or normal belt. repeat 10 times, t...more

Sjogren Syndrome is an autoimmune disorder. Currently, there is no specific cure for it. However it can be managed well by taking liquids at regular intervals and keeping your mouth wet all the time.

ANA is antinuclear antibody test done to check autoimmune diseases. In 7-15 % people it is normally present and raised level can also be seen in old age people. In your case you may be suffering from some autoimmune disease since its positive in your case. But to confirm it fully, you have to visit a physician with your report. Regarding any other clarification you can consult me also.

Dear Lybrate user, you should consult your general physician for this problem. There are many immunity boosting tonics and capsules available in the market. Himalaya is one company that manufactures lots of these but you should consume these under the supervision and on the advice of your physician only. Tr consuming natural immunity strengtheners like tulsi leaves, ginger, garlic, citrus leaves, almonds etc. Incorporate these in your diet.

Cognitive therapy (CT) is a type of psychotherapy developed by American psychiatrist Aaron T. Beck. CT is one of the therapeutic approaches within the larger group of cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT) and was first expounded by Beck in the 1960s. Cognitive therapy is always short term goal oriented and tailor made. Usually the therapy could range from one month to one year. Take care.

Dear lybrate user. I can understand. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a short-term, goal-oriented psychotherapy treatment that takes a hands-on, practical approach to problem-solving. Its goal is to change patterns of thinking or behavior that are behind people's difficulties, and so change the way they feel. The treatment depends on the problem. Because each goal is taken separate, complete cure could take time. But goal oriented approach, each goal can be achieved around 4 to 6 weeks. Tak...more