Introduction Gabapentin is a drug that belongs to the category of drugs known as anticonvulsants. It is primarily used to treat and manage seizures and epilepsy. Additionally, Gabapentin is also prescribed to relieve nerve pain caused by conditions such as postherpetic neuralgia (nerve pain following shingles), diabetic neuropathy, and peripheral neuropathy. Gabapentin was originally developed…
Introduction The anterior divisions of the 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th thoracic intercostal nerves extend anteriorly from the intercostal spaces into the abdominal wall and are hence directed to as thoracoabdominal nerves/thoracoabdominal intercostal nerves. They obey a similar course as the upper intercostal nerves until they reach the anterior ends of the intercostal spaces….
Introduction: Shin splints, also known as medial tibial stress syndrome, are a common injury that affects the shinbone (tibia) and the surrounding muscles. Shin splints are a common overuse injury. Shin splints can occur when you overwork the muscle and bone tissue in the leg through repetitive activity. Shin splints are a common injury suffered…
Introduction: Scapula protraction and retraction exercises are essential for maintaining proper shoulder alignment and promoting healthy movement patterns. The scapula, or shoulder blade, plays a crucial role in stabilizing the shoulder joint and facilitating optimal upper-body function. Scapular retraction involves pulling your shoulder blades in towards each other. scapular protraction involves movement of the opposite…
What are Kinetic movements? Kinetic chain exercises are a type of physical exercise that focuses on movements involving multiple joints and muscle groups working together in a coordinated manner. The concept of the kinetic chain recognizes that the body functions as an interconnected system, and that movement in one part of the body can affect…
What is a Knee Stability Exercise? Knee stability exercise are a vital component of any comprehensive fitness program, particularly for individuals who engage in activities that place stress on the knees. These exercises focus on strengthening the muscles around the knee joint, enhancing balance, improving coordination, and promoting overall stability. By incorporating knee stability exercises…
What are Plantar interossei muscles? The plantar interossei are a group of three small muscles in the sole’s middle area. Plantar interossei can be categorized in two ways, as the foot muscles can be divided into three groups from lateral to medial or four layers from superficial to deep: Together with the flexor digitorum brevis,…
What is the Pyramidalis muscle? The pyramidalis is a pair of triangular muscles on either side of the linea alba in the anterior abdominal wall. The pyramidalis muscle, along with the rectus abdominis muscle, is included in the anterior abdominal muscles according to the narrowest anatomical classification. However, when the functional anatomy of the body…
Uran’s Lavanya Physiotherapy Clinic & Pain Relief Clinic, located in Uran, Mumbai, Maharashtra, is a healthcare facility dedicated to providing physiotherapy services and pain relief treatments to patients. The clinic is led by Dr. Omprakash Mahajan, who holds a Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy (B.P.Th.) from the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (M.U.H.S). Clinic Address: Shop…
What is Limb Length Discrepancy (LLD)? A limb length discrepancy (LLD) happens when one arm/leg is more elongated than the other leg/arm. A difference in leg lengths is more noticeable and can affect daily activities. There are various causes for a leg length discrepancy, but they generally fall into two main categories: 1) congenital conditions…
