MICE Principle Introduction Meaning of MICE How to Use MICE Principle? M – MOTION So between rest and normal motion use the M of MICE. I – ICE : So ice is important for reduce pain and swelling. C – COMPRESSION : So compression is important for reduce bleeding, swelling. E -ELEVATION So elevation is…
INTRODUCTION Tardy ulnar nerve palsy is a chronic clinical condition characterized by a delayed onset ulnar neuropathyafter an injury to the elbow. In 1878, Panas first described what is now often called tardy ulnar palsy, in which either prior trauma or osteoarthritis gradually caused damage to the ulnar nerve. Additional cases were reported over the…
INTRODUCTION Triceps Tendonitis also known as Weightlifter’s elbow is the rarest tendonitis of the elbow, is an inflammation of the triceps tendon can cause significant discomfort and make many daily activities challenging. Tendonitis is also called tendinitis. The muscle of the back of the arm is called triceps brachii. triceps passes behind the shoulder joint…
What is an Elbow Pain? DEFINITION: ANATOMY OF ELBOW JOINT: OSTEOLOGY: There are three bones that comprise the elbow joint:-the humerus-the radius-the ulna. These bones give rise to two joints LIGAMENTS OF THE ELBOW JOINT: BLOOD SUPPLY AND INNERVATION: MOVEMENTS: Flexion Most of the muscles producing flexion are found in the anterior compartment of the…
What is Cubitus Varus Deformity? Cubitus varus deformity is a condition in which the forearm is bent towards the body, causing the hand to turn inward. This can occur due to a congenital abnormality, injury, or bone development issues. Treatment options range from physical therapy to surgery, depending on the severity of the condition. INTRODUCTION:…
What is a Cubitus Valgus Deformity? Defination Symptoms Causes There are mainly two causes for cubitus valgus: 1) congenital condition 2) fractures Two congenital conditions: 1)Turner syndrome: Turner syndrome is a chromosomal disorder in which a female is born with only one X chromosome. People with Turner syndrome experience a number of other symptoms, including…
What is a Gunstock Deformity? DEFINITION: EPIDEMIOLOGY: PATHOPHYSIOLOGY: Anatomy: Pathoanatomy: DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS: What are the causes of Gunstock Deformity? Factors for malunion are: 1) Impacted/Comminuted type1 supracondylar fractures.2)Rotationally unstable type2 fractures treated in a cast with subsequent loss od reduction.3)Poorly stabilized or reduced tyoe3 fracture or delayed neglected fracture. Displacement that occures at elbow joint:…
INTRODUCTION: DEFINITION: ETIOLOGY: The presentation of myotonia can result from a diverse array of etiologies. The most common myotonic disorder is myotonic dystrophy type 1, resulting from a trinucleotide repeat on the dystrophia myotonica protein kinase (DMPK) gene that has varying protein consequences depending on the length of the repeat. The next most common disorders…
What is a Muscle Energy Technique (MET)? Muscle Energy Technique (MET) was developed by Fred L. Mitchell, Sr., D. O. This technique is classified as an active technique in which the patient voluntarily uses his muscles from a precisely controlled position in a specific direction, against a distinctly executed counter-force. MET may be used to…
Definition __Coccygodynia, sometimes referred to as coccydynia, coccalgia, coccygeal neuralgia or tailbone pain, is the term used to describe the symptoms of pain that occur in the region of the coccyx. __The pain is most commonly triggered in a sitting position, but may also occur when the individual changes from a sitting to standing position.Most…
