What is a Buffalo Hump? A buffalo hump, medically known as a dorsocervical fat pad, is an abnormal accumulation of fat between the shoulder blades. This condition can give the appearance of a hump on the upper back, resembling the shape of a buffalo’s hump, hence the name. While it can be associated with certain…
It’s critical to maintain good posture for general health and well-being. Poor posture can lead to various musculoskeletal issues and discomfort. Incorporating targeted exercises into your routine can help strengthen the muscles that support proper posture. In this guide, we’ll explore a range of exercises designed to enhance posture, focusing on key muscle groups such as…
Anterior pelvic tilt and posterior pelvic tilt are two different postural deviations of the pelvis that can lead to various musculoskeletal issues and affect the overall alignment of the spine and lower body. What is Pelvic tilt? Pelvic tilt (PT) is a position-dependent characteristic that is defined as the angle between the bifemoral heads’ centers…
Introduction Boutonniere deformity is a clinical condition that primarily affects the fingers, particularly the middle and proximal interphalangeal joints. This deformity is characterized by a specific pattern of flexion and extension abnormalities in the finger joints, resulting in a distinctive appearance that resembles the buttonhole of a garment (hence the name “boutonniere,” which means buttonhole…
Fixing anterior pelvic tilt involves a combination of exercises, stretches, and posture adjustments. Anterior pelvic tilt is a condition where the pelvis tilts forward, causing an exaggerated curve in the lower back and potentially leading to back pain and other issues. Introduction: A pelvis that is tilted or rotated forward is referred to clinically as…
What is a Retrocollis? Retrocollis is a medical term used to describe a specific type of dystonia characterized by involuntary and sustained backward tilting of the head and neck. This neurological disorder falls under the broader category of movement disorders and can have a significant impact on an individual’s quality of life. Retrocollis is often…
Introduction: “Squint eye,” also known as “strabismus” or “crossed eyes,” is a visual condition characterized by a misalignment of the eyes. In a person with squint eye, one or both eyes may deviate from their normal position, either turning inwards (esotropia), outwards (exotropia), upwards (hypertropia) or downwards (hypotropia). This misalignment can be constant or intermittent…
What is a Crossover Toes? Crossover toes, also known as “crossed toes” or “toe crossover,” is a condition that affects the alignment of the toes in the foot. This condition occurs when one or more toes deviate and cross over the adjacent toe, often leading to discomfort, pain, and difficulty in wearing regular footwear. Crossover…
Description A bunionette deformity, also known as a tailor’s bunion, is a foot condition characterized by the enlargement and misalignment of the fifth metatarsal bone at the base of the little toe. A Bunionette deformity is similar to a bunion, but it occurs on the outside of the foot rather than the big toe. It…
Description Hammer toe deformity is a condition that affects one or more of the little toes, most commonly the second, third, or fourth toes. It is characterized by abnormal bending of the toe joints, resulting in a hammer or claw-like shape of the toe. The condition usually begins with a milder form called “hammer toe,”…
