Definition: Lumbarization is a condition in which the first segment of the sacrum fails to fuse with the second segment so that it appears to be part of the lumbar vertebrae. Related Anatomy: The human spine is composed of vertebrae namely, cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral and the coccyx at the lower end. There are 5…
Introduction: Definition: Reflex arc can be: Types of Reflexes: 1)Superficial Reflex2)Deep Reflex3)Abnormal Reflex -Pathological reflex -Other Reflex 1) Superficial reflexes: 2) Deep reflexes:- 3) Abnormal Reflexes (Pathologic Reflexes): 4) Other Reflexes: Significance of reflexes in Physiotherapy: Superficial reflexes: Deep reflex: Abnormal Reflexes (Pathologic Reflexes): Other Reflexes: Infant Reflexes: Motor reflex:-
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome is a condition that involves pressure or stretching of the ulnar nerve (also known as the “funny bone” nerve), which can cause numbness or tingling in the ring and small fingers, pain in the forearm, and/or weakness in the hand. When Ulnar nerve passes through “funny bone” in the elbow creates sometimes…
PRICE Principle Introduction Goal of PRICE principle PRICE Means Use of PRICE principle P-PROTECTION : P-PROTECTION :Protection Means preventing the injured area from suffering pain and further damage . So Protection is most important for prevent damage . REST : So rest is importance for healing the tissue . I – ICE : So Ice…
Introduction: Osteoporosis is defined as low bone mineral density caused by altered bone micro-structure ultimately predisposing patients to low-impact, fragility fractures. Normal bone is composed of protein, collagen, and calcium, all of which give bone its strength. Bones that are affected by osteoporosis can break (fracture) with relatively minor injuries that normally would not cause…
