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Knee Varus Deformity

What is a Knee Varus Deformity? Varus deformity is an inward angulation (medial angulation, that is, toward the body’s mid-line) of the distal segment of a leg. Also known as Bow-legged or Genu varum. Causes of Knee Varus Deformity → When the knee is not perfectly aligned, otherwise known as Mal-aligned.→ Mal-alignment of the knees…

Hallux Valgus Deformity
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Hallux Valgus Deformity: Physiotherapy Treatment & Exercise

What is the Hallux Valgus Deformity? Hallux valgus is a progressive foot deformity in which the great toe deviated towards the 2nd finger (first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint) is affected and is often accompanied by significant functional disability and foot pain, tenderness, and swelling around the joint. There is a lateral deviation of the great toe…

Dinner-Fork-Deformity
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Dinner Fork Deformity

What is a Dinner Fork Deformity? ⇒ Dinner fork deformity is due to colle’s fracture in which the fracture of the distal radius in forearm with dorsal(posterior) and radial displacmentof the wristand hand.⇒ Dinner fork also called “bayonet” deformity due to the shape of the forearm. Causes of Dinner Fork Deformity ⇒ Wrist fracture Mainly…

Importance of Fitness
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Importance of Fitness

What is the Fitness? Fitness is not only a means to be physically fit by mental status is also important. If the person is physically fit but mentally ill it will not be able to function optimally. Physical and mental fitness plays a very important role in your lives, and people who are both, physically…

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
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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…

Congenital Dislocation of the Hip
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Congenital Dislocation of Hip

What is Congenital Dislocation of the Hip(CDH)? Congenital dislocation of the hip, also known as developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), is a condition where the hip joint is improperly formed or dislocated at birth. It occurs when a child is born with a dislocated hip (unstable hip). It is caused by abnormal development of…

Cauda Equina Syndrome
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Cauda Equina Syndrome

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…

Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury
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Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury: Physiotherapy Treatment

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….