What is Subtalar Joint Arthritis? Subtalar joint arthritis into degenerative changes in the cartilage of the subtalar joint. The most common cause of sub-talar arthritis is traumatic injury to the hindfoot which is commonly seen after a fracture to the calcaneus or talus. Presenting symptoms of subtalar arthritis include pain and swelling in the hind-foot….
Flexor hallucis longus tenosynovitis Related Anatomy: Biomechanics Flexor hallucis longus tenosynovitis Clinical Presentation Pathogenesis Classification of Flexor hallucis longus tenosynovitis : Physical Examination Imaging related to Flexor hallucis longus tenosynovitis Conservative Treatment Operative Treatment Postero-Medial Ankle PHYSIOTHERAPY MANAGEMENT Pain relieving modalities FAQ
Introduction: Disorders of the hip labrum is an umbrella term that includes any issues involving that labrum such as femoroacetabular impingement (aka FAI) and acetabular labral tear (ALT). This mechanically induced pathology is thought to result from excessive forces at the hip joint. For example, a tear could decrease the acetabular contact area and increase…
Anatomy Symptoms of Osteochondritis dissecans Causes of Osteochondritis dissecans Diagnosis of Osteochondritis dissecans Treatments of Osteochondritis dissecans Non-surgical treatment surgical management Physiotherapy management of Osteochondritis dissecans Ankle joint Range of motion exercise Strengthening exercise : Weight-bearing exercise Balance exercise : Proprioceptive training
Anatomy related Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction Causes of Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction Symptoms of Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction Gait in posterior tibial tendon dysfunction Differences in muscle activation: Stages of Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction Stage I: Posterior tibial tendon intact and inflamed, no deformity, mild swelling Stage II: Posterior tibial tendon dysfunctional, acquired pes planus…
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…
Avascular necrosis of talus is a condition in which talus deprives of adequate blood supply. Avascular necrosis occurs due to the temporary or permanent loss of the blood supply to an area of bone. As a result, the bone tissue dies and the bone collapses. If AVN involves the bones of a joint (e.g.: the…
An anterior talofibular ligament sprain is the most common of the ligament injuries that can occur as part of the lateral ligament complex injuries. The injuries can comprise either soft tissue tears, avulsion fractures, or both. Sprain of the anterior tibiotalar ligament This is an uncommon injury, caused by pure plantarflexion stress. The chronic aching…
Pathology of Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle STAGE 1 – pre-clinical STAGE 2 – synovial STAGE 3 – destruction Anatomy Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Ligaments Causes of Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Important factors in the evolution of RA are: Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Mostly clinical: Investigation 1. FBC-…
