What is a Coxa Valga? Coxa valga is a condition that affects the hip joint. It is characterized by an increase in the angle between the femoral neck (the part of the thigh bone that connects to the ball-shaped head of the femur) and the shaft of the femur. In simple terms, it means that…
What is Atherosclerosis? Atherosclerosis is a chronic disease characterized by the accumulation of plaque inside the arteries. It is the leading cause of cardiovascular diseases, including heart attacks, strokes, and peripheral arterial disease. Arteries are blood vessels that bring oxygen-rich blood to organs & tissues throughout the body. Plaque is a sticky substance made of…
What is Ophthalmoplegia? Ophthalmoplegia is a condition when the eye muscles are weak or paralyzed. It can impact either one or more than six muscles that control the movement of the eye and holds it in place. Ophthalmoplegia is usually of two types: Internal and Chronic progressive external ophthalmoplegia are the two main kinds of…
What is Brain Abscess? A Brain abscess is a swelling of the brain that is filled with pus. It typically happens after an infection or serious head injury when bacteria or fungi get into the brain tissue. Although there is very little chance of getting a brain abscess in England, it is a serious condition…
What is a Nausea? Nausea is a diffuse feeling of anxiety and pain, sometimes sensed as an impulse to vomit. While not discouraging, it can be a debilitating sign if extended and has been defined as placing pain in the chest, abdomen, or back of the throat. Nausea is a non-specific sign, which means that…
What is neurogenic shock? Neurogenic shock is a distributive type of shock resulting in hypotension which means low blood pressure, usually with bradycardia [ slowed heart rate ], generated by disturbance of autonomic nervous system pathways. It can happen after damage to the central nervous system, like spinal cord damage & traumatic brain damage. The…
What is Parasomnia? Parasomnia is a group of sleep disorders in which there is an abnormal movement, behaviors, emotions, perceptions, or dreams during sleep. These are involuntary or unwanted events that occur during sleep, which can cause disruptions in sleep patterns and interfere with the quality of sleep. If you experience parasomnia, you might act…
Description The transverse ligament stress test is a diagnostic test used to assess the integrity of the transverse ligament in the cervical spine. The test is often performed by healthcare professionals, such as physical therapists or physicians, to evaluate patients who may have suffered a neck injury or have a condition that affects the stability…
What is Antalgic gait? Antalgic gait is a medical term used to describe a limp or altered walking pattern that is caused by pain in the leg or foot. When a person experiences pain in one of their lower limbs, they may try to avoid putting pressure on that limb when walking, which can result…
What is Metblic Acidosis? Metabolic acidosis is a condition in which the body produces too much acid or when the kidneys are not removing enough acid from the body. This leads to a decrease in blood pH, which can cause a variety of symptoms and potentially life-threatening complications if left untreated. Metabolic acidosis is an…
