The scarf test is an important test that helps to examine the integrity of the acromioclavicular (AC) joint. Purpose This is also famous as the cross-body adduction test, is to determine whether or not the acromioclavicular (AC) joint is in good condition. Technique Interpretation Validity Evidence Differential Diagnoses FAQ
Definition and description of the Trendelenburg gait Anatomy Relevant to the Clinic Epidemiology Symptoms of Trendelenburg Gait Diagnostic Options Diagnostic procedures Grade Criteria Excellent Stable, painless hip; no limp; negative Trendelenburg sign; a full range of motion Good Stable, painless hip; slight limp; slight decrease in range of motion Fair Stable, painless hip; limp; positive…
Rotator cuff injury test helps to diagnose and to differentiate from other similar shoulder pain-related conditions. It is also used to examine for full-thickness rotator cuff tears, mainly the supraspinatus. Definition Tests for the Subscapularis Internal Rotation Lag Sign Belly Press Test Belly-Off Sign Bear Hug Test Tests for the supraspinatus and infraspinatus External rotation…
Definition Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is also well-known as ‘muscle fever’. It is a sore, aching, painful feeling in the muscles behind the unknown and unaccustomed extreme workouts. DOMS is thought to be because of temporary muscle damage and inflammation for which the most general trigger appears to be an eccentric workout. DOMS is…
What is discitis? Discitis is a serious but unusual medical condition in which the infection of the intervertebral disc occurs which is located between two vertebrae. The role of the intervertebral discs is to discrete and cushion the spinal segments from each other. An infection, and thus inflammation of these discs may cause much pain…
Suprascapular nerve palsy is a condition in which injury or compression of suprascapular nerve leads to the supraspinatus and/or infraspinatus muscles. The suprascapular nerve is a mixed nerve (Motor and sensory) of the upper limb. Suprascapular nerve injury gives clinical significance to shoulder pain and upper limb weakness due to its own role. The suprascapular…
What is patellar instability? Patellar instability means an unstable kneecap(Patella Bone). It occurs when the kneecap moves out of the groove(trochlear groove) at the end of the femur (thighbone). When you bend and straighten your knee from the joint, at a time the kneecap also moves up and down in a notch called the trochlear…
Foot, as well as Ankle Assessment, is of crucial importance for the clinical diagnosis of painful conditions of the foot and ankle. Assessment Aim Subjective Training history Special Questions Objective observation Posture assessment Palpation Neurologic Assessment Vascular Assessment Movement Testing Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) Foot as well as Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM) Functional Tests Single…
What is a cardiac source of embolism? A cardiac embolism is an obstruction that travels from the heart to a section in a blood vessel. An embolus can be prepared of fatty material, or it container be a blood clot. Many factors can provide the formation of blood clots. A cardiac root of embolism can…
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…
