Thoracic Disc Syndrome
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THORACIC DISC SYNDROME : Physiotherapy Treatment

ByNitesh Dhameliya

What is thoracic degenerative disc disease ? Thoracic degenerative disc disease (TDDD) is a condition that causes the discs between the vertebrae in the upper part of the spine to wear out. It can cause pain, numbness, and other symptoms that affect movement. Thoracic degenerative disc disease is one of several types of degenerative disc…

degenerative disc disease
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DEGENERATIVE DISC DISEASE (DDD) : Physiotherapy Treatment

ByNitesh Dhameliya

What’s degenerative disc disease ? Degenerative disc disease is a condition in which the discs between two or more vertebrae begin to deteriorate. A disc is a soft cushion that sits between the bones of the spine where it acts as a shock absorber. As discs age, they can become less elastic and begin to…

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Intervertebral Disc: Anatomy, Function

ByNitesh Dhameliya

What is an Intervertebral disc? There are a total of 24 disks in the human spine. The disks are made of fibrocartilaginous material. The outside of the disk is made of a strong material called the annulus fibrosus. Inside this protective covering is a jelly-like substance known as mucoprotein gel. This interior is known as…

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BIOFEEDBACK USE IN PHYSIOTHERAPY

ByNitesh Dhameliya

DEFINATION Biofeedback is a technique you can use to learn to control some of your body’s functions, such as your heart rate. During biofeedback, you’re connected to electrical sensors that help you receive information about your body. This feedback helps you make subtle changes in your body, such as relaxing certain muscles, to achieve the…

COMBINATION THERAPY

Combination Therapy (Ultrasound and Interferential Therapy)

ByNitesh Dhameliya

What is a Combination Therapy? In general terms, combination therapy involves the simultaneous application of ultrasound (US) with electrical stimulation therapy. In Europe, Diadynamic Currents are frequently utilized, but in the UK, the US is most often combined with bipolar Interferential Therapy (IFT). it is suggested that: by combining US with IF, the advantages/effects of…

Russian Current

Russian Current

ByNitesh Dhameliya

What is a Russian Current? It is also called as Tone Burst current. It was first investigated by Dr. Y M Kots in Russian literature. It provoked much interest because the successful Olympic team was using it in addition to their usual training program. It was suggested that its use significantly increased muscle strength (about…

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SHOCK-WAVE THERAPY

ByNitesh Dhameliya

Definition : Shock-wave therapy is a modality that is becoming more common in physiotherapy. Using much lower energy than in medical applications, shock-wave therapy, or extra-corporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT), is used in the treatment of many musculoskeletal conditions, primarily those involving connective tissues such as ligaments and tendons. What is Shockwave Therapy? Although it…