What is a Kyphosis? Kyphosis is a Postural-spinal disorder in which an excessive outward curve of the spine results in an abnormal rounding of the upper back. The condition is sometimes known as “roundback” or—in the case of a severe curve—as “hunchback.” Kyphosis can occur at any age, but is common during adolescence. A patient…
Introduction Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine. It can affect your posture and cause other health problems, like back pain. Scoliosis often develops in childhood, but it can also develop in adulthood. Scoliosis is a complex condition and can’t be fixed; it needs to be treated to keep it from getting worse. Scoliosis is…
What is Cauda Equina Syndrome? Cauda equina syndrome (CES) occurs when the nerve roots of the cauda equina are compressed and disrupt motor and sensory function in the lower extremities and bladder. Patients with this syndrome are often admitted to the hospital in a medical emergency. CES can lead to Bladder-Bowl incontinence and weakness or…
What is Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury (ACL)? An anterior cruciate ligament injury is a tear in one of the knee ligaments that joins the upper leg bone with the lower leg bone. The ACL keeps the knee stable. The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the four major ligaments that help stabilize the knee….
What is Myositis Ossificans? Mechanism of Injury Pathogenesis: Classification of Myositis Ossificans Physicians divide myositis ossificans into two categories: Nonhereditary myositis ossificans: The most prevalent kind of myositis ossificans is nonhereditary. It is the term that most people use to describe myositis ossificans. It happens following an injury, usually to the arms or thighs. The terminology…
What is Shoulder-hand syndrome? Causes But it’s unclear exactly how shoulder-hand syndrome manifests itself. A neurological system “short circuit” is one explanation put forward. The sympathetic (unconscious) nervous system becomes overactive as a result of this “short circuit,” affecting the local sweat glands and blood flow.Usually, symptoms follow an accident or surgery. Additional reasons might…
What is a Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)? Anatomy Related to Lateral Epicondylitis Which are the Causes of Lateral Epicondylitis? PAIN PHASES: Symptoms in Lateral Epicondylitis CONTRIBUTING FACTORS: Diagnosis in Lateral Epicondylitis PHYSICAL THERAPY EXAMINATION: Cozen’s test: Treatment of Lateral Epicondylitis PHYSIOTHERAPY EXERCISES AND REHABILITATION:
Introduction Anatomy Related to Ulnar Nerve Injury COURSE OF THE ULNAR NERVE GUYON’S CANAL: MECHANISMS OF Ulnar Nerve Injury: CLINICAL PRESENTATIONS in Ulnar Nerve Injury: Cubital tunnel syndrome: Guyon’s canal syndrome : SYMPTOMS OF Ulnar Nerve Injury/ PALSY/ COMPRESSION: CAUSES OF Ulnar Nerve Injury/ PALSY/COMPRESSION: Contributing factors to Ulnar Nerve Injury: DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE in Ulnar…
RADIAL NERVE INJURY(PARALYSIS) Introduction of Radial Nerve Injury Anatomy Radial Nerve MOTOR BRANCHES OF THE RADIAL NERVE: Pathogenesis Causes Classification of Radial Nerve Palsy Symptoms of Radial Nerve Injury Treatment of Radial Nerve Injury Physiotherapy Treatment of Radial Nerve Injury POSTOPERATIVE REHABILITATION: Prevention FAQs
What is a Piriformis Syndrome? Anatomy of Piriformis Muscle Causes of Piriformis Syndrome Symptoms of Piriformis Syndrome Differential Diagnosis PATHOLOGY: Diagnosis INVESTIGATIONS: EXAMINATION: DIAGNOSTIC TESTS: Palpation: Pace sign: Lasèque sign / Straight Leg Raise Test: Freiberg sign: FAIR: Beatty’s maneuver: The Hughes test: Hip Adbuction Test: Treatment of Piriformis Syndrome Medical management: Surgical management: Physiotherapy…
