What is the Thompson Test? The Thompson test, also known as the calf squeeze test, is a simple physical examination technique used to assess the integrity of the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone (calcaneus). This test is often performed by medical professionals, such as orthopedic doctors, Physical Therapists, or…
What is Peripheral Artery Disease? Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is characterized by abnormal constriction of arteries that don’t supply the heart or brain. Peripheral artery disease can occur in any blood vessel, but it develops more commonly in the legs than in the arms. Heart artery narrowing is known as coronary artery disease (CAD), and brain…
What is a Mannefelt Syndrome? Flexor pollicis longus anatomy Rests on the lateral side of the flexor digitorum profundus Origin: Insertion Action Pulley system in hand Mechanism of injury Distal phalanx – What is the cause of Mannerfelt syndrome? What is the prognosis of Mannerfelt syndrome? What are the symptoms of Mannerfelt syndrome? Diagnostic procedures…
What is vertebral artery dissection? Vertebral artery dissection is a condition that involves a tear in the inner lining of the vertebral artery, one of the major blood vessels in the neck. The vertebral arteries are traveling to the brain for supplying blood to the brain. When a dissection occurs, blood can leak into the…
What is Tibial Tubercle Apophysitis? Tibial tubercle apophysitis, also known as Osgood-Schlatter disease, is a common condition that affects the knees of adolescents involved in physical activities such as sports. It is an overuse injury characterized by inflammation and irritation at the tibial tubercle, which is the bony prominence located just below the kneecap (patella)….
What is a Lumbar Strain? Lumbar strain, also known as lower back strain, refers to an injury or irritation of the muscles and tendons in the lower back. It is a common condition characterized by pain, stiffness, and limited range of motion in the lumbar region of the spine. Lumbar strains typically occur due to…
Description Flexor pollicis longus tenosynovitis, also known as de Quervain’s tenosynovitis, is a condition characterized by inflammation of the tendons that control the movement of the thumb. It usually affects the flexor pollicis longus and abductor pollicis longus tendons on the thumb side of the wrist. Causes of Flexor Pollicis Longus Tenosynovitis The exact etiology…
Ankle impingement is characterized as ankle pain brought on by impingement in either the ANTERIOR (anterolateral and anteromedial) or the POSTERIOR (posteromedial) portions of the ankle. Tibiotalar (talocrural) joint serves as a point of reference for the pain’s location. In general, Anterior ankle impingement describes the trapping of structures at the tibiotalar joint’s anterior edge during terminal…
Introduction The “talar tilt test” is a clinical assessment used to evaluate the stability of the ankle joint, particularly the integrity of the lateral ligaments. It is commonly performed when there is suspicion of an ankle sprain or instability. Purpose The goal of this examination is to evaluate for injuries to the Anterior Talofibular ligament…
The Brudzinski and Kernig tests are two clinical maneuvers used to assess for signs of meningitis, a serious infection, or inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. These tests are typically performed during a physical examination and help evaluate the presence of meningeal irritation. Introduction One of the visible signs of meningitis is…
