fever

Fever

When your body temperature increases over normal, you have a fever. Fever by itself is not a disease. Instead, it’s a sign of a variety of medical issues. A slight increase in body temperature can indicate that your immune system has been activated, usually to fight infection. Additionally, several drugs and immunizations may cause it…

Lower cross syndrome
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Lower Cross Syndrome

What is a Lower Cross Syndrome? The ‘Lower cross syndrome’ is sometimes referred to as the pelvic crossed syndrome, unterkreuz syndrome, or distal crossed syndrome. It occurs as a result of muscular strength imbalances in the lower body. These imbalances happen when muscles continue to shorten or lengthen in proportion to one another. Muscle weakness…

Test of the joint instability of the wrist joint

Test of the Joint Instability of the Wrist Joint

To assess the joint instability of the wrist joint, there are several tests that can be performed. These tests help evaluate the ligaments and structures responsible for providing stability to the wrist. It’s important to note that these tests should be conducted by a qualified healthcare professional, such as a physician or a physical therapist….

Avascular Necrosis (Osteonecrosis)
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Avascular Necrosis (Osteonecrosis)

Avascular necrosis, also known as osteonecrosis, is a condition characterized by the death of bone tissue due to a lack of blood supply. Avascular necrosis is a painful bone condition that worsens over time and can limit your mobility. It happens when something stops the blood supply to one of your bones. Broken bones, dislocated…

Test for tight retinacular [ collateral ] ligaments

Test for tight retinacular [ collateral ] ligaments

What is the importance of the Test for tight retinacula [ collateral ] ligaments? The structures around the proximal interphalangeal joints are examined with this test. How do you check the test for tight retinacula [ collateral ] ligaments: The test for tight retinacular [collateral] ligaments gives the following results: Thumb grind test: What is…

Special test for the tendon & muscle of the wrist joint

Special test for the Tendon & Muscle of the Wrist Joint

The wrist joint is composed of several tendons and muscles that play a crucial role in the movement and stability of the hand and forearm. Various special tests are conducted to assess the integrity, function, and potential pathology of these tendons and muscles. These tests are designed to provoke specific symptoms or reproduce certain movements…

Test for pathology related to the wrist joint

Test for the Pathology related to the Radio-ulnar Joint

The radioulnar joint of the wrist is examined using these techniques. When a patient complains of wrist pain in the joints, the therapist will do these physical exams. List of the test for the pathology related to the Radio-ulnar joint: Ulnar fovea sign test: Ulnar impaction test Ulnar styloid triquetral impaction [ USTI ] provocation…