Posterior Pelvic Tilt
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Posterior Pelvic Tilt

Definition Posterior Pelvic Tilt: Posterior pelvic tilt: the top of the pelvis is rotated back. The effect of the posterior tilt increases spinal flexion. Anterior pelvic tilt: the top of the pelvis is rotated forward. The effect of the anterior tilt increases spinal extension. What is a Posterior Pelvic Tilt? Posterior Pelvic Tilt Symptoms Posterior…

Anterior Pelvic Tilt
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Anterior Pelvic Tilt

What is an Anterior Pelvic Tilt? Anterior pelvic tilt is when the front of the pelvis drops in relationship to the back of the pelvis. For example, this happens when the hip flexors shorten and the hip extensors lengthen. The posterior pelvic tilt is the opposite when the front of the pelvis rises and the…

Sway Back Posture
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Sway Back Posture

Introduction: The sway back posture — casually known as the ‘lazy posture’, is identified by shoulders and chest leaning backwards, with hips turned in and pelvis and chin thrust forward. Why Sway Back Happen? This posture is usually due to a lack of support for the hips and pelvis, hinging at the back, thereby applying…

Postural Abnormalities: Physiotherapy
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Postural Abnormalities: Physiotherapy

Defination of Abnormal Posture: ( Bad Posture) Abnormal Postural dysfunction or “Poor” posture is defined as when our spine is positioned in unnatural positions, in which the curves are emphasised and this results in the joints, muscles and vertebrae being in stressful positions. This prolonged poor positioning results in a build up of pressure on…

Sciatica Pain : Physiotherapy Treatment
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Sciatica Pain : Physiotherapy Treatment

Introduction of Sciatica : Sciatica means radiating pain in the area of the sciatic nerve, which Nerve roots join from lower back area through your hips and buttocks and down Back side of each leg. Typically, sciatica affects only one side of your body or sometimes of both lower limb may be affected. Sciatica most…

Low Back Pain: Physiotherapy Management
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Low Back Pain: Physiotherapy Management

Low back Pain can be Due to conditions affecting Low Back Body Part Like the bony lumbar spine, inter-vertebral discs (discs between the vertebrae), ligaments around the spine and discs, spinal cord and nerves, muscles of the low back, internal organs of the pelvis and abdomen, and the skin covering the lumbar area. Treatment of…

ACUTE TRANSVERSE MYELITIS (ATM)
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ACUTE TRANSVERSE MYELITIS (ATM)

INTRODUCTION: Acute transverse myelitis is acute inflammation of gray and white matter in one or more adjacent spinal cord segments, usually thoracic. Causes include multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitis optica, infections, autoimmune or postinfectious inflammation, vasculitis, and certain drugs The inflammation damages nerve fibers, and causes them to lose their myelin coating leading to decreased electrical conductivity…

Lordosis: Physiotherapy Treatment
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Lordosis: Physiotherapy Treatment

What is a Lordosis? Lordosis is a condition where there is an increased inner curvature of the spine in the lumbar region and cervical region of the human spine. Lordosis refers to your natural lordotic curve, which is normal. But if your curve arches too far inward, it’s called lordosis, or swayback. Lordosis can affect…

Kyphosis
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Kyphosis

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…

Scoliosis: Type, Cause, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment, Exercise
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Scoliosis: Type, Cause, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment, Exercise

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…