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…
Definition Anatomy and causes Classification of TrPs TrPts can be separated into several groups: Differential Diagnosis Fibromyalgia – Symptoms of Trigger Points Diagnostic Procedures Palpation Palpation is the last present standard for the diagnosis and examing of TrPs and is the standard front of which new diagnostic methods are assessed. nevertheless, interrater reliability estimates for…
What is a Syncope? Syncope is a medical term for fainting where sudden onset, brief loss of consciousness with loss of postural tone followed by spontaneous revival. The person is motionless and limp and generally has cool extremities, a weak pulse, and shallow breathing. Sometimes brief involuntary muscle jerks happen, resembling a seizure. Near-syncope is…
Muscle strain, also known as muscle pull or muscle tear, is a common injury that occurs when a muscle is overstretched or torn due to excessive force or repetitive use. This can happen as a result of sudden movements, such as lifting heavy objects or twisting, or as a result of overuse or repetitive strain…
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…
Definition Pes cavus is a foot with an abnormally greater plantar longitudinal arch. Individuals who have this deformity will put too much weight and stress on the ball and heel of the foot while standing and/or walking. The spectrum of connected deformities observed with pes cavus involves clawing of the toes, posterior hind foot deformity…
What is a Spinal Muscular Atrophy? Spinal muscular atrophy is an inherited disease in which progressive muscle weakness and wasting (atrophy) are used for movement (skeletal muscles). It occurs due to a loss of specialized nerve cells (motor neurons) that control muscle movement. Progressive muscle weakness is seen as more severe that is closer to…
Definition Poliomyelitis or Polio is a virus infection of cranial nerve nuclei inside the brain stem or spinal cord that leads to temporary or permanent paralysis of muscles that they activate. The virus most usually affects children under 5 years of age. Way of transmission Epidemiology of poliovirus Polio is mainly caused by a virus…
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…
