Dr Iqra Iftikhar

15/08/2025

14/08/2025

Happy Independence Day 🫡🇵🇰

11/08/2025

Natural foods that help treat common health problems

Struggling with low energy, stress, or poor digestion? Here are some simple and effective foods that support overall health naturally:

- Low energy – Banana for an instant energy boost
- Eye issues – Papaya is rich in vitamin A for eye health
- Skin problems – Sesame seeds promote clear, glowing skin
- Poor digestion – Yoghurt supports gut health and digestion
- Stress – Dark chocolate helps reduce cortisol levels
- Sleep issues – Nutmeg milk calms the mind and improves sleep quality

These everyday foods are powerful natural remedies to include in your daily routine for better health and wellness.

03/08/2025

🚗💥 Suffering from Whiplash After an Accident?
Don’t ignore the pain — start your healing journey today with these simple physiotherapy-approved tips:

✅ Gentle neck mobility exercises
✅ Use heat to relieve stiffness
✅ Maintain proper posture
✅ Use a supportive neck pillow
✅ Avoid sudden jerky movements
✅ Stay consistent with light exercises
✅ Book a physiotherapy session for full recovery

🔄 Whiplash recovery takes time — but the right steps help you heal faster and prevent long-term issues.

💡 For personalized whiplash treatment, feel free to reach out!

01/08/2025

🌬️ Pulmonary Physical Therapy: Breathe Better, Live Stronger! 🌬️

Struggling with chronic respiratory conditions like COPD, asthma, or post-COVID fatigue? Pulmonary physical therapy is your path to easier breathing and a more active life.

Key Benefits of Pulmonary Physiotherapy:
✅ Improved lung function
✅ Increased physical endurance
✅ Better management of respiratory symptoms

Through targeted exercises, expert physiotherapists help boost your lung capacity, reduce breathlessness, and improve quality of life.

👉 Don’t let shortness of breath hold you back — take a breath toward better health today!

01/08/2025

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01/08/2025

Patient Name: Mr. Ahmed
Age: 52
Occupation: Office worker
Chief Complaint: "I’ve been having neck and upper back pain for the past 3 weeks."

Case Details:
Mr. Ahmed presents to your physiotherapy clinic complaining of dull, aching pain in the neck and between the shoulder blades. The pain is worse after long hours of computer work and improves slightly with rest. He rates the pain at 6/10 after a full day of work. He denies any trauma or injury. No tingling or numbness is present in the arms or fingers.

Postural Assessment:
Forward head posture
Rounded shoulders
Increased thoracic kyphosis

Range of Motion (ROM):
Cervical flexion and extension: mildly restricted with discomfort
Cervical rotation: limited to the right side

Muscle Tightness:
Upper trapezius and levator scapulae tight
Pectoralis minor shortened
Weak deep neck flexors

✅WHAT WILL BE HIS DIAGNOSIS?

31/07/2025

🚫 Bad Habits in Kids You Shouldn’t Ignore 🚫

Healthy habits begin early! But some everyday bad habits in children can impact their physical, mental, and emotional growth. Here's what to watch for:

📱 Too much screen time
🍬 Overeating sweets
🌙 Sleeping late
🧼 Not washing hands
🪥 Skipping tooth brushing
👊 Fighting with friends
🚯 Littering around
🧸 Messy rooms

✅ Parents & teachers must guide children toward healthier routines through consistency, communication & role modeling.

🔁 Share to spread awareness!

28/07/2025

Headache vs. Migraine – Know the Difference to Treat it Right! ⚡🧠

Are you dealing with frequent head pain but unsure if it’s a headache or migraine? Here’s how to tell the difference:

🔹 Headache
• Pain around the forehead
• Mild, dull pressure
• Usually short-lived
• Rarely has other symptoms
• Improves with rest, hydration & medicine

🔸 Migraine
• Pain on one or both sides of the head
• Intense, pulsing or throbbing pain
• Often lasts for days
• Comes with nausea, dizziness, flashing lights or blind spots
• Recurs frequently

💡 If your pain keeps returning or comes with vision issues or nausea, you may be dealing with a migraine, not just a simple headache!

👉 For proper diagnosis and treatment, consult a specialist.

📍Follow for more insights on migraine management, headache relief, and natural pain solutions.

27/07/2025

🧠 نیورولوجی کی بیماریوں کی علامات – بروقت پہچان بچا سکتی ہے!

اگر آپ یا آپ کے عزیز ان علامات کا سامنا کر رہے ہیں، تو فوری نیورولوجسٹ سے رجوع کریں:

🔸 بار بار سر درد
🔸 دورے پڑنا
🔸 جسم کے کسی حصے میں سن ہونا یا فالج کی کیفیت
🔸 ہاتھ یا پاؤں میں جھنجھناہٹ
🔸 چلنے میں دقت یا کھڑے ہونے میں مشکل
🔸 جسم یا ہاتھوں کا کانپنا

🩺 دماغی و اعصابی بیماریاں خاموشی سے بڑھتی ہیں – بروقت تشخیص ہی بہترین علاج ہے۔

📍مزید معلومات اور رہنمائی کے لیے فالو کریں: Dr Iqra Iftikhar

#نیورولوجی #دماغیبیماریاں #فالجکیعلامات #اعصابکیبیماریاں #دورے #جھنجھناہٹ

27/07/2025

Why Your Headaches Won’t Stop – Uncover the Hidden Triggers! 🧠💥

Struggling with chronic headaches or migraines that just won’t go away? The real problem might not be in your head—but in your posture, muscles, or habits! 😣

✅ Here are common root causes of recurring headaches:
• Tight neck & shoulder muscles
• Poor sitting or sleeping posture
• Stress & tension buildup
• Spinal misalignment
• Dehydration
• TMJ dysfunction
• Skipping meals or poor nutrition

💡 To find lasting headache relief, address these triggers early. A few simple lifestyle changes can make a huge difference!

🔍 Searching for natural headache remedies? Start by fixing your posture, staying hydrated, and managing stress levels.

📍Follow Dr Iqra Iftikhar for more tips on pain relief, posture correction, and natural healing.