Introduction : When the Tensor fasciae latae tightness (TFL) is tight and locked up, it may cause pain in the hip joint, groin, buttock, lower back (over sacroiliac joint) and even the lateral aspect of the thigh. The Tensor fascia latae Tightness is most common seen in adult and stretching exercise is very important for…
Introduction of Core Exercise for Back Pain Definition WHICH ARE THE CORE MUSCLES? Local/ deep muscles Global muscles Anatomy Action of the Trunk What the Action Looks Like (Move Your Body!) Primary Muscles Trunk flexion Bend forward, or “curl up” action Rectus abdominis (trunk flexors) Trunk extension Stand up straight (from bent over), bend backwards…
Calf muscle tightness is also known us TIGHT CALVES. Introduction: Anatomy of Calf Muscles : Gastrocnemius : Soleus : Function: Which are the Causes of Calf muscle tightness? Overuse of these muscles : Cramps : Muscle Strains : Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) : Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) : Equinus, or limited range of motion in…
Introduction: Mallet toes are also classified into flexible or rigid mallet toe : How to Define mallet toes? Which are the Causes of Mallet toes ? In most cases the cause of mallet toe is not known, referred to as idiopathic. There are various factors that have been associated with an increased risk of mallet…
Claw Toe Defination : What are the causes of Claw toe? What are the signs and symptoms of Claw Toe ? Risk Factors of Claw Toe? Deferential Diagnosis: Diagnosis: Diagnostic methods used in the condition are: What are the treatment options available to treat Claw Toe? Non-operative Treatment : Indications : Operative Treatment : Indications…
What is metatarsalgia? Metatarsalgia is a condition in which the ball of your foot becomes painful and inflamed. You might develop it if you participate in activities that involve running and jumping. There are other causes as well, including foot deformities and shoes that are too tight or too loose. Defination: Metatarsalgia is a painful…
Definition: Lumbarization is a condition in which the first segment of the sacrum fails to fuse with the second segment so that it appears to be part of the lumbar vertebrae. Related Anatomy: The human spine is composed of vertebrae namely, cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral and the coccyx at the lower end. There are 5…
Introduction: Osteoporosis is defined as low bone mineral density caused by altered bone micro-structure ultimately predisposing patients to low-impact, fragility fractures. Normal bone is composed of protein, collagen, and calcium, all of which give bone its strength. Bones that are affected by osteoporosis can break (fracture) with relatively minor injuries that normally would not cause…
RISE VS MICE Principle Introduction RICE VS MICE Both are important for after injury on a primary basis. Meaning of RICE VS MICE RICE Means MICE Means : Difference between RICE VS MICE So the difference between RICE VS MICE is Rest or Motion. Rest means no movement of the joint after injury or Motion…
Definition: Cervicogenic Headache (CGH) is a chronic headache that arises from the atlanto-occipital and upper cervical joints and is seen in one or more regions of the head, Neck, and/or face. Introduction: Cervicogenic headaches can mimic migraines, so it may be difficult to distinguish a cervicogenic headache from a migraine headache. The primary difference is that…
