INTRODUCTION : HOW TO PERFORM BRANDT DAROFF EXERCISE ? To do the Brandt-Daroff exercises, follow these steps: Try to do one set of the Brandt-Daroff exercises in the morning, afternoon, and evening. Each set, with its five repetitions, should take about 10 minutes. To get results, try to do this for 14 days after having…
DEFINATION : INTRODUCTION : a) Turn your head 45 degrees horizontally toward the unaffected ear. b) Then tilt 105 degrees so that you are lying on the side of the affected ear with your head hanging and your nose pointed upward. After dizziness stops, hold this position for 5 minutes. c) Then move quickly via…
DEFINATION : INTRODUCTION : STEPS OF THE EPLEY MANEUVER CARRIED OUT BY A DOCTOR : When a doctor carries out the Epley maneuver, they will perform the following steps: STEPS OF THE EPLEY MANEUVER CARRIED OUT AT HOME : A person experiencing BPPV symptoms can follow these steps to gain relief at home: WHEN TO…
definition-Rickets is a skeletal disorder that’s caused by a lack of vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate. These nutrients are important for the development of strong, healthy bones. People with rickets may have weak and soft bones, stunted growth, and, in severe cases, skeletal deformities. Cause- Rickets is a bone disorder caused by a deficiency of…
What is a Muscular System? Origin and Insertion Points Visceral muscle is found inside of organs like the stomach, intestines, and blood vessels. The weakest of all muscle tissues, visceral muscle makes organs contract to move substances through the organ. Because visceral muscle is controlled by the unconscious part of the brain, it is known…
DEFINITION : In physics, elasticity is the ability of a body to resist a distorting influence and to return to its original size and shape when that influence or force is removed. Solid objects will deform when adequate forces are applied to them. Mechanical Properties: Non-Linear Elasticity Mechanical Properties: Viscoelasticity There are three major characteristics…
Pulleys play a significant role in biomechanics, particularly in the context of human movement and the musculoskeletal system. They are mechanical devices consisting of a grooved wheel and a rope, cable, or belt that runs along the groove. Pulleys are designed to change the direction of a force and provide mechanical advantage, making it easier…
Definition: Peroneal tendonitis occurs when the peroneal tendons become inflamed. This happens when there is an increased load and overuse of the tendons, leading to them rubbing on the bone. Peroneal tendinitis is a condition that can be acute or become chronic (peroneal tendinopathy) whereby there is an irritation to one or both peroneal tendons…
Definition of Ankle Sprain : –An ankle sprain is an injury to the tough bands of tissue (ligaments) that surround and connect the bones of the leg to the foot. The injury typically happens when you accidentally twist or turn your ankle in an awkward way. This can stretch or tear the ligaments that hold…
Introduction: The hip joint is a ball-and-socket joint that connects the thigh bone (femur) to the pelvis, enabling a wide range of movement. It plays a crucial role in supporting the body’s weight and facilitating activities like walking, running, and jumping. Structures of the Hip Joint : Articulating Surfaces : Ligaments: Intracapsular: Extracapsular: Stabilising Factors:…
