Range of Motion (ROM)
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Range of Motion (ROM)

What is a Range of Motion (ROM)? Range of Motion (ROM) refers to the measurement of movement around a specific joint or body part. It is a critical component of assessing and evaluating an individual’s flexibility, mobility, and functional abilities. ROM measurements are commonly used in various fields, including physical therapy, rehabilitation, sports medicine, and…

Phelps Approach

Introduction Phelps was am American orthopedic surgeon who pioneered the treatment of children with cerebral palsy and encouraged physiotherapists to dorm habilitation teams. Specific treatment techniques were applied to his diagnostic classification of cerebral palsy and include muscle education and bracing. Phelps described 15 modalities or phases of treatment, which were used in various combinations…

Ankle and foot examination
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Ankle and foot examination

Ankle joint anatomy Articulating Surfaces Ligaments Movements and Muscles Involved History for Ankle and foot examination Background Information Observation in Ankle and foot examination Deformities Forefoot Varus Standing and Weight-bearing: Palpation Ankle and foot examination Examination in Ankle and foot examination Gait Analysis Range of Motion Range of Motion Ankle motion Check the range of…

Pain management with interferential current therapy

Pain management with interferential current therapy

The basic principle of Interferential Therapy (IFT) is to utilise the significant physiological effects of low frequency (<250pps) electrical stimulation of nerves without the associated painful and somewhat unpleasant side effects sometimes associated with low-frequency stimulation. To produce low-frequency effects at sufficient intensity and at sufficient depth, patients can experience considerable discomfort in the superficial…

Voluntary Control Grading
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Voluntary Control Grading

Voluntary control grading typically involves evaluating the individual’s ability to voluntarily initiate, sustain, and coordinate movements in specific body parts affected by spasticity or motor impairments. It helps to determine the extent of functional limitations and provides a baseline for tracking progress or evaluating treatment interventions. VOLUNTARY MOTOR CONTROL GRADING SYNERGY ABNORMAL SYNERGY IN UPPER…

Taping Technique: A Way of Physiotherapy Treatment

Taping Technique: A Way of Physiotherapy Treatment

What is a Taping Technique? Taping technique benefits Goals Of Taping: How To Select Tape (Criteria For Selection Of Various Tape )? Selection of Tape is varies according to patient’s diagnosis,acceptance,side effects and other associated treatment option. Patient’s / Athlete’s Acceptance: If The patient feel that the tape application is uncomfortable, irritable or restricting ADL’s…

Osteoporosis
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Osteoporosis

Introduction Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and brittle — so brittle that a fall or even mild stresses such as bending over or coughing can cause a fracture. Osteoporosis-related fractures most commonly occur in the hip, wrist, or spine. Bone is living tissue that is constantly being broken down and replaced. Osteoporosis occurs when…

Coarctaction of Aorta
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Coarctaction of Aorta

Coarctation (ko-ahrk-TAY-shun) of the aorta — or aortic coarctation — is a narrowing of the aorta, the large blood vessel that branches off your heart and delivers oxygen-rich blood to your body. When this occurs, your heart must pump harder to force blood through the narrowed part of your aorta. Coarctation of the aorta is…

Aerobic Exercise
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Aerobic Exercise

What is an Aerobic Exercise? Aerobic exercise is sometimes known as “cardio” — an exercise that requires the pumping of oxygenated blood by the heart to deliver oxygen to working muscles.Aerobic exercise stimulates the heart rate and breathing rate to increase in a way that can be sustained for the exercise session. In contrast, anaerobic…

Postural Drainage: Method, Indication, Contraindication
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Postural Drainage: Method, Indication, Contraindication

What is a Postural Drainage? Postural Drainage removes mucus from certain parts of the lungs by using gravity and proper positioning to bring the secretions into the throat where it is easier to remove them. The lungs are divided into segments called lobes, the right lung is divided into three lobes (right upper lobe, right…