What Is Migraine? Migraine is a neurologic disorder that frequently causes a strong headache. The headache happens in episodes and sometimes also arrives with nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light. A migraine episode is a type of headache. An episode generally happens in stages and may last for a few days. Severe cases may affect…
A knee examination is important and performed as part of a physical examination to diagnose Knee pain-related conditions. To examine the Knee Doctor takes medical and family history with inspection and palpation of the Knee. They also performed a special test to differentiate from other conditions. The Knee examination is divided into several parts: Subjective…
Duane Retraction Syndrome is an eye condition that a person is born with that affects how far the eyes may move from left to right. The eye-opening can get smaller when a person looks in a particular direction. Severe cases can require surgery. What is Duane Retraction Syndrome? Are there other names for Duane syndrome?…
Herpes Zoster (Shingles) is the cause of the varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. There are some treatments for shingles symptoms, but there is no cure. There are vaccines for shingles and post-herpetic neuralgia. What is Herpes Zoster (shingles)? Where do shingles come from? How common is Herpes Zoster? Who is at risk…
What Is Shoulder Impingement? Shoulder impingement syndrome develops when there is a narrowing of the subacromial space in the joint. Shoulder impingement syndrome happens at the top of the shoulder joint. Shoulder impingement occurs when the top and outer edge of your shoulder blade, called the acromion when rubs against (“impinges on”) or pinches your…
What is a Muscle Atrophy? Muscle atrophy is when muscles waste away. It’s usually caused by a shortage of physical activity. The absence of physical activity due to an injury or illness, poor nutrition, genetics, and certain medical conditions can all contribute to muscle atrophy. Muscle atrophy is the absence or thinning of muscle tissue….
What is Triangular Interval Syndrome? The triangular interval (also known as the lateral triangular space, lower triangular space, & triceps hiatus) is a gap found in the axilla. It is one of the three intermuscular spaces formed in the axillary space. The other two spaces are quadrilateral space & triangular space. Triangular Interval Syndrome (TIS)…
Introduction The hip examination is an important part of Diagnosing a Hip joint-related condition, During an examination, Doctor will ask about the Patient’s Medical History with a Subjective examination as well as a Physical examination to rule out the diagnosis. If needed Special test is also performed by a Doctor to differentiate other related conditions….
What is obstructive sleep apnea? Whom does obstructive sleep apnea affect? Obstructive sleep apnea is more usual in certain circumstances and groups of people: Central sleep apnea is most usual in certain groups of people: How common is obstructive sleep apnea? How does sleep apnea affect my body? Sleep occurs in multiple stages: How sleep…
What is Arthritis mutilans? Arthritis mutilans is also known as pencil-in-cup disfigurement, arthritis mutilans is the most severe form of psoriatic arthritis. Arthritis mutilans takes place in five percent of cases with psoriatic arthritis & affects fingers & toes. Arthritis mutilans is a rare disease including serious inflammation hurting the joints of the hands &…
