A flexor tendon rupture, or “jersey finger,” refers to the tendon that causes the fingertip to bend downward. Its term is derived from football players who have grabbed the jersey of an opponent who is attempting to flee. The finger, which is still attempting to bend and grab, unexpectedly straightens as the player struggles to…
Introduction The “talar tilt test” is a clinical assessment used to evaluate the stability of the ankle joint, particularly the integrity of the lateral ligaments. It is commonly performed when there is suspicion of an ankle sprain or instability. Purpose The goal of this examination is to evaluate for injuries to the Anterior Talofibular ligament…
A Thoracic Lumbar Sacral Orthosis (TLSO) is a type of medical device used to support and stabilize the spine in the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral regions. It is commonly prescribed for individuals who have experienced spinal injuries, have undergone spinal surgery, or have certain medical conditions affecting the spine. Common back braces include: Thoracolumbosacral orthosis…
The Brudzinski and Kernig tests are two clinical maneuvers used to assess for signs of meningitis, a serious infection, or inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. These tests are typically performed during a physical examination and help evaluate the presence of meningeal irritation. Introduction One of the visible signs of meningitis is…
What is Postnatal Exercise? Postnatal exercise refers to physical activity that is specifically designed and performed by women after giving birth. It is aimed at helping them regain their strength, fitness, and overall well-being after pregnancy and childbirth. Exercises that strengthen your abdominal muscles such as pelvic tilts are suitable to add to your postpartum…
forearm muscles
Introduction The wrist muscles are a group of muscles that are responsible for controlling the movement of the wrist joint. There are two main groups of wrist muscles: the wrist flexors and the wrist extensors. Both the wrist flexors and extensors work together to control the movement of the wrist joint and allow us to…
elbow muscles
What is a Wrist Dislocation? Wrist dislocation occurs when the bones of the wrist are forced out of their normal positions. It is usually caused by a sudden impact or a fall onto an outstretched hand. Wrist dislocations can vary in severity, ranging from a partial dislocation where the bones are partially displaced to a…
Definition An odontoid fracture, also known as a dens fracture or a type II odontoid fracture, is a specific type of fracture that occurs at the base of the skull in the upper cervical spine. The odontoid process, or dens, is a bony projection from the second cervical vertebra (C2), which allows for rotational movement…
