What is Thoracic Injury? Thoracic injuries can be broadly divided into blunt and penetrating injuries based on their mechanism. The most common cause of blunt chest injury is motor vehicle collisions (MVC) which account for up to 80% of injuries. Other causes include slips and falls, violent crimes, vehicles striking pedestrians, and blast injuries. Children…
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is a group of inherited conditions that harm connective tissues that support organs and other tissues throughout the body. What is Ehlers-Danlos syndrome? What are the symptoms of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome? Each and every type of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) has its own symptoms. The most usual type of condition is Ehlers-Danlos hypermobility, or hypermobile…
Exercise for Trapezius Muscle Pain is an important part of your overall treatment program that helps to strengthen your weak trapezius muscles and also improves flexibility. Introduction Trapezius muscle pain also called Trapezitis is described as a condition of inflammation in the trapezius muscle which further reason to pain and spasm in the neck. trapezius…
Manual muscle testing (MMT) of the ankle is a physical examination technique used to assess the strength and function of the muscles around the ankle joint. It is commonly performed by healthcare professionals, such as physical therapists or physicians, to evaluate muscle weakness, monitor progress in rehabilitation, or diagnose certain conditions affecting the ankle. Ankle…
When it comes to assessing neurological dysfunction of the wrist joint, there are several tests that can be performed to help evaluate its function and identify any potential issues. Neurological dysfunction is mainly representative of a particular nerve lesion if it is positive, but they do not lead to the problem if it is negative.They…
What is Ustrasana (Camel Pose)? Ustrasana, also known as Camel Pose, is a yoga asana (posture) that is commonly practiced in Hatha yoga. It is an intermediate backbend pose that stretches and opens up the front of the body while also strengthening the back muscles. Ustrasana can be a beneficial pose for improving posture, increasing…
The sacral apex pressure test is also known as the sacral thrust testSacral compression testDownwards pressure testSacral spring testProne springing test This sacral apex pressure test is a pain stimulation test this test is used to analyze sacroiliac dysfunction.A positive test of single does not have high diagnostic accurateness but in a variety with the…
Manual muscle testing of the knee is a procedure used to assess the strength and function of specific muscles around the knee joint. It involves applying resistance against the movement of a muscle group to determine its strength. Here’s a general guide on how to perform manual muscle testing for the major muscle groups around…
What are Hypermobile joints? Hypermobility of the joints happens when the tissues holding a joint together, importantly ligaments and the joint capsule, are too loose. Sometimes, weak muscles around the joint contribute to hypermobility. If you have hypermobile joints, you are able to extend them easily and painlessly beyond the usual range of motion (ROM)….
Phalen’s Test and Reverse Phalen’s Test are two physical examination maneuvers used to assess for carpal tunnel syndrome, a condition characterized by compression of the median nerve at the wrist. These tests are commonly performed by healthcare professionals, such as physicians or physical therapists, to help diagnose carpal tunnel syndrome. The Phalen’s Test Clinically Relevant Anatomy…
