Introduction Thoracic Examination is an important part of diagnosing thoracic spine-related conditions such as Kyphosis, scoliosis, and others. Examination of the thoracic spine helps to rule out other related conditions and make a treatment plan more specific for a speedy recovery. In the Thoracic examination, the Physiotherapist checks the medical and family history of the…
The Sacroiliac Joint Examination is an important part to diagnose SI Joint Dysfunction where a Physical therapist performs various examination tests to rule out other related conditions. Background Clinically Relevant Anatomy Investigation Palpation of the sacroiliac joint Physiotherapy assessment (Special Tests) Sacroiliac Distraction Test Sacroiliac Compression Test Posterior Pelvic Pain Provocation Test Sacral Thrust Test…
Introduction A lumbar examination is an important part of Diagnosing a lumbar spine-related condition mainly Low back pain, slip disc, listhesis of the spine. Subjective Assessment Red flags Investigations X-Rays Angiography MRI Scans CT Scans Ultrasound Scans Objective Posture Scoliosis Clinically Relevant Anatomy What is Lordosis? Symptoms Clinically Relevant Anatomy Clinical presentation Examining Functional Tests…
Introduction A Wrist and Hand examination were done in a systematic way that helps to diagnose for treatment of Wrist and Hand related conditions. Subjective History Observation Boutonniere Deformity Swan Neck Deformity Wrist as well as Hand Osteoarthritis Dupuytren’s Contracture Hand Rheumatoid Arthritis Functional Tests Palpation Palpation of Hand Neurological Assessment Motion Testing Red Flags…
A knee examination is important and performed as part of a physical examination to diagnose Knee pain-related conditions. To examine the Knee Doctor takes medical and family history with inspection and palpation of the Knee. They also performed a special test to differentiate from other conditions. The Knee examination is divided into several parts: Subjective…
Introduction The hip examination is an important part of Diagnosing a Hip joint-related condition, During an examination, Doctor will ask about the Patient’s Medical History with a Subjective examination as well as a Physical examination to rule out the diagnosis. If needed Special test is also performed by a Doctor to differentiate other related conditions….
Introduction Elbow Examination is an important part of Diagnosing Elbow pain related various conditions, such as Tennis elbow, Golfer’s elbow etc. Your Doctors will examine you through various Physical examination test that helps to rule out diagnosis of your elbow pain related conditions. Clinical Presentation Subjective History Environmental as well as Personal Factors Self-Report Outcome…
Introduction What to do before the investigation? General Inspection Subjective Red Flags Cervical Myelopathy Signs & Symptoms Cervical Instability Definition Sign and symptoms Vertebral Artery Insufficiency Sign & symptom Inflammatory or even Systemic Disease Sign and symptoms Yellow Flags Investigations Radiological Considerations Observation Posture Palpation Supine position Prone position Movement Tests Functional Movement Combined movements…
To Diagnosed Rotator cuff injury, Your Doctor or Physical therapist may use various functional tests during a physical exam to diagnose your injury. Few of these tests directly shows a rotator cuff tear and other test help to rule out similar injuries like nerve impingement or labrum tear. To verify, a doctor may also prescribe…
What is Nerve conduction velocity (NCV)? Nerve conduction velocity (NCV) also called as electroneurography, Energy, or nerve conduction study, a nerve conduction velocity (NCV) test is a measurement of the speed of conduction of an electrical impulse through a nerve. Nerve conduction velocity (NCV) can determine nerve damage and destruction. During the test, the nerve…
