You can use gentle exercises, warm compresses, and medication to reduce joint pain. Maintaining a healthy weight, staying active, and consulting your doctor for proper evaluation or prescribed treatments can also help.

Pain in the left jaw while opening the mouth, without tooth pain, is often due to jaw joint (TMJ) strain, muscle spasm, or teeth clenching rather than acidity. Try giving your jaw rest (avoid wide opening, hard foods, chewing gum), apply warm compresses 2-3 times daily, and do gentle jaw relaxation exercises. If pain persists beyond a few days, consult a dentist or doctor for proper evaluation.

Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve, which runs through your wrist, becomes squeezed or compressed. This leads to pain, numbness, and tingling in your hands and fingers. To treat the irritation, over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen or naproxen can help reduce pain and inflammation. For more significant relief, a doctor might recommend a corticosteroid injection directly into the wrist to quickly decrease swelling and pressure on the nerve. Since you are experiencing symptoms in both hands, I highly recommend consulting a physician for a tailored treatment plan, which may also include wearing wrist splints at night.

Frozen shoulder usually improves gradually but may take several months. Treatment focuses on pain relief and restoring movement. Gentle physiotherapy and regular shoulder stretching exercises are the most important steps. You may use warm compresses and take pain relievers as prescribed for discomfort. Early and consistent physiotherapy gives the best results, so avoid keeping the shoulder completely immobile.

Morning foot pain is often caused by plantar fasciitis, a common and highly treatable inflammation of the tissue on the bottom of your foot. For temporary relief, over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications like ibuprofen or naproxen can help reduce both pain and swelling. Alternatively, acetaminophen can help manage pain. However, these are most effective when combined with non-medicinal steps: gently stretching your calves and feet before getting out of bed, wearing supportive shoes, and applying ice. Please consult a healthcare professional for a proper evaluation and a tailored treatment plan if the pain continues.

It is very common to experience pain and swelling after a cast is removed. During immobilisation, joints stiffen, muscles weaken, and fluid accumulates due to reduced circulation. For relief, over-the-counter pain relievers or anti-inflammatories like ibuprofen or acetaminophen can help, but you must consult her treating doctor first to ensure these are safe for her. To manage the swelling, have her elevate her leg above heart level, apply ice packs for 15-20 minutes a few times a day, and gradually begin gentle movements. Physical therapy is highly recommended to safely restore her knee's strength and mobility. Please follow up with her orthopedist for a personalised recovery plan.