Introduction There are several reasons for a hump at the top of the spine or on the back of the neck. Muscle knots, osteoporosis, kyphosis, and cysts are a few possible reasons. A person may call the hump on the back of their neck a “buffalo hump” or a “dowagers hump,” depending on what is…
What is Hyperextension? How to Identify Hyperextension of the Knee: A hyperextended knee may result in the following symptoms: Causes of Knee Hyperextension: Diagnosis and Tests How is a hyperextended knee diagnosed? Treatment of Knee Hyperextension: The severity of your damage determines the course of treatment for your hyperextended knee. If your symptoms are not…
Introduction Foot and ankle orthoses AFOs are external biomechanical devices that are used on the lower limbs to enhance gait and the physical functioning of the diseased lower limb by stabilizing the joints. By providing foot clearance, limiting or assisting ankle and foot ROM, such as dorsiflexion and plantar flexion, improving balance, lowering the risk…
What is a Bunion? A bunion, medically known as hallux valgus, is a painful and unsightly bony protuberance that typically forms on the inner side of the foot, specifically at the joint of the big toe. Bunions often result from the gradual misalignment of the big toe, causing it to drift towards the smaller toes…
What is a Anterocollis (AC)? Anterocollis (AC) is a medical term used to describe a specific type of dystonia characterized by involuntary forward flexion of the neck and head. When compared to anterocaput, anterocollis can be distinguished by the abnormal angle between the thoracic and cervical spines or between the skull base and vertebrum-1. There…
Introduction Dolichocyphaly is a term used in craniofacial morphology and anthropology to describe a specific skull shape characterized by elongation of the cranial vault. This condition results in an abnormally long and narrow head, often associated with changes in the shape of the cranial sutures. It’s not uncommon for newborns to exhibit slight cranial deformities…
What is Ulnar Deviation of the Wrist? Ulnar deviation, also known as ulnar drift, occurs when the wrist and hand joints move, causing the fingers to bend in the direction of the ulna bone on the outside of the forearm. It may be the result of issues with the wrist or knuckles. Ulnar deviation can…
What is Coxa Magna? Coxa magna refers to a medical condition characterized by an abnormal enlargement of the femoral head, which is the ball-shaped top portion of the thigh bone (femur) that fits into the hip socket (acetabulum). This condition can result from various underlying factors, including developmental abnormalities, genetic predisposition, trauma, or certain medical…
What is a Ganglion Cyst? A Ganglion Cyst is a lump that forms on the hand or wrist, typically near joints or tendons. It’s often characterized as a mass, swelling, or bump. Ganglion cysts are quite common and tend to appear in specific locations, frequently emerging on the back of the wrist, towards the center….
What is the Coxa Plana? Coxa=hip bone plana=flat partcoxa plana are also known as Legg-Calvé-Perthes diseasecoxa plana are flattening of the femoral head epiphysis and is associated with many skeletal disorders. as in Legg-CalvéIdiopathic osteonecrosis of the femoral epiphysis seen in children is referred to as Perthes disease. With growing, the acetabulum develops a secondary…
