What is the Jacobsen Syndrome Jacobsen Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder caused by the deletion of genetic material from the end of chromosome 11 (11q deletion disorder). It is characterized by developmental delays, intellectual disabilities, distinctive facial features, bleeding disorders (due to platelet dysfunction), heart defects, and growth delays. The severity of symptoms can…
What is Ataxia? Ataxia occurs when you have a problem with coordination, causing you to move in an unsure, uncomfortable, or even clumsy manner. It typically indicates a problem with your brain, hearing, or other nervous system components. A collection of conditions or a disease’s symptoms might be referred to as ataxia. Ataxia is a…
What is a Carotid Artery Stenosis? Carotid Artery Stenosis is a condition where the carotid arteries, the major blood vessels that supply blood to the brain, become narrowed or blocked due to a buildup of plaque (atherosclerosis). This narrowing can raise the risk of stroke and decrease blood supply to the brain. Common risk factors…
What Is The Mallet Finger Mallet Finger is a finger injury where the tip cannot be straightened due to damage to the extensor tendon. It usually occurs from a sudden impact, such as a ball striking the fingertip. Common symptoms include pain, swelling, and a drooping fingertip. Treatment often involves splinting the finger in extension…
Introduction: Neck pain affects many people and is frequently caused by poor posture, strained muscles, or underlying medical conditions. Because it strengthens muscles, increases flexibility, and enhances the overall health of the neck and spine, regular exercise can help manage and prevent neck Pain. When choosing the finest neck pain exercises, it’s important to concentrate…
Introduction to Muscle Stiffness The physical state of having tight, rigid, or difficult-to-move muscles is known as muscle stiffness. While it’s a common experience that most people encounter at some point in their lives, muscle stiffness can be frustrating and limiting. It can range from a mild feeling of tightness after exercise to severe, painful…
Diabetes is an extremely prevalent yet dangerous illness. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that over 34 million Americans suffer from diabetes, with type 2 diabetes accounting for 90–95% of cases. Prediabetes, a condition that precedes type 2 diabetes, affects about 88 million people. Type 2 diabetes has no known cure. However,…
What is Metabolic Encephalopathy? Metabolic Encephalopathy is a diffuse brain dysfunction caused by systemic metabolic or toxic disturbances. It often results from conditions such as liver failure, kidney failure, hypoxia, sepsis, or severe electrolyte imbalances. Symptoms can range from confusion and lethargy to seizures and coma, depending on the severity of the underlying condition. The…
Objectives: The Sulcus Sign is an examination test used to check shoulder instability, mainly inferior instability. It involves the clinician applying a downward force on the humerus while stabilizing the scapula. A positive Sulcus Sign is indicated by the presence of a visible sulcus or groove beneath the acromion, suggesting that the humeral head has…
What is a Crank’s Test? Crank’s Test is an orthopedic examination primarily used to assess the integrity of the glenoid labrum in the shoulder, specifically looking for labral tears. It is especially helpful in identifying superior labral anterior to posterior (SLAP) lesions. Objective: Clinically diagnosing tears of the shoulder’s superior labrum from the anterior to…
