Epidemiology of Retrocalcaneal bursitis Causes of Retrocalcaneal bursitis Signs and Symptoms of Retrocalcaneal bursitis Assessment Differential Diagnosis Treatment of Retrocalcaneal bursitis Physiotherapy Management The patient with retrocalcaneal bursitis should be instructed to apply ice to the posterior heel and ankle in the acute period of bursitis. Icing can be performed several times a day, for…
Description Hip pain is a common orthopedic problem. Greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS), previously known as trochanteric bursitis, affects 1.8 per 1000 patients annually. Results from degenerative changes affecting the gluteal tendons and bursa.Patients complain of pain over the lateral aspect of the thigh that is exacerbated with prolonged sitting, climbing stairs, high impact physical…
Introduction In many areas of the body, muscles and tendons must slide over and against one another during movement. At each of these places, a small sac of lubricating fluid helps the muscles and tendons move properly. One of these places is the hip. Usually, these sacs of fluid, called bursae, function to reduce friction,…
What is an Iliopsoas Bursitis? Iliopsoas bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa located beneath the iliopsoas muscle. This muscle is located in front of the hip. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac between bones, muscles, tendons, and skin. It provides a cushion between tissue to decrease friction and irritation. Definition/Description A Bursitis is an…
Anatomy Related to Osteoarthritis Of Ankle Talocrural Joint The Talus Subtalar Joint The Subtalar joint is also known as the Talocalcaneal joint and is between: Etiology of Osteoarthritis Of Ankle Primary Osteoarthritis Secondary Osteoarthritis Clinical features of Osteoarthritis Of Ankle Diagnosis of Osteoarthritis Of the Ankle Observation, specifically looking at: 2. Palpation: 3. Basic Objective…
Anatomy related to Perthes disease Causes of Perthes disease Clinical Features of Perthes Disease Stages of Perthes disease IA: Early IB: Late IIA: Early IIB: Late IIIA: Early Stage IV: Healed Diagnosis of Perthes disease Medical Treatment of Perthes Disease Physiotherapy management of Perthes disease Conservative management of Perthes diseases Improve ROM in Perthes disease…
What is a Chondromalacia Patella? Anatomy related to Chondromalacia Patella Causes of Chondromalacia patella Main reasons for patellar malalignment: Stages of Chondromalacia patella Clinical features of Chondromalacia patella Differential Diagnosis Diagnosis of Chondromalacia patella Examination Observation Effusion test:Patellar tap test Medical Management of Chondromalacia patella Physiotherapy management of Chondromalacia patella Pain-relieving modality initial if the…
Heel pain is a common complaint that affects people of all ages and lifestyles. It refers to discomfort or pain experienced in the bottom or back of the heel. Heel pain can have various causes and may range from mild and intermittent to severe and chronic. One of the most prevalent causes of heel pain…
Gout is a form of arthritis characterized by severe pain, redness, swelling, and tenderness in the joints, most commonly affecting the base of the big toe. It occurs due to the accumulation of uric acid crystals in the tissues around the joints. Gout is considered a chronic condition and is part of a group of…
What is a Sacralization? Anatomy related to Sacralization Movements Types of Sacralization It has four main types, depending on the fusion seen on an X-ray, whether it is partial or total, and also depending on whether the fusion is on only one side (unilateral) or both sides (bilateral). The most commonly used Castellvi classification is:…
