Symptoms of the pinched nerve in the upper back The symptoms of a pinched nerve in the upper back can differ, but they often include: Causes of the pinched nerve in the upper back The most common causes of damage to a nerve in the upper back involve: Bone spurs Herniated disk Diagnosis of a…
Introduction Thoracic Examination is an important part of diagnosing thoracic spine-related conditions such as Kyphosis, scoliosis, and others. Examination of the thoracic spine helps to rule out other related conditions and make a treatment plan more specific for a speedy recovery. In the Thoracic examination, the Physiotherapist checks the medical and family history of the…
Definition Anatomy and causes Classification of TrPs TrPts can be separated into several groups: Differential Diagnosis Fibromyalgia – Symptoms of Trigger Points Diagnostic Procedures Palpation Palpation is the last present standard for the diagnosis and examing of TrPs and is the standard front of which new diagnostic methods are assessed. nevertheless, interrater reliability estimates for…
What is a Syncope? Syncope is a medical term for fainting where sudden onset, brief loss of consciousness with loss of postural tone followed by spontaneous revival. The person is motionless and limp and generally has cool extremities, a weak pulse, and shallow breathing. Sometimes brief involuntary muscle jerks happen, resembling a seizure. Near-syncope is…
What is a Nervous System? The human nervous system guides almost everything you do, think, say, or feel. It controls complicated activities like body movement, thought & memory. It also plays an essential role in the things the body does without thinking, such as breathing, blushing, blinking & digestion. The nervous system affects every aspect…
Muscle strain, also known as muscle pull or muscle tear, is a common injury that occurs when a muscle is overstretched or torn due to excessive force or repetitive use. This can happen as a result of sudden movements, such as lifting heavy objects or twisting, or as a result of overuse or repetitive strain…
What is pain? Pain is a complex and subjective experience that can be caused by a variety of stimuli, such as physical injury, disease, or emotional distress. Pain perception involves a series of processes that occur in the nervous system, including the transmission of signals from peripheral nerves to the spinal cord and brain, where…
The Sacroiliac Joint Examination is an important part to diagnose SI Joint Dysfunction where a Physical therapist performs various examination tests to rule out other related conditions. Background Clinically Relevant Anatomy Investigation Palpation of the sacroiliac joint Physiotherapy assessment (Special Tests) Sacroiliac Distraction Test Sacroiliac Compression Test Posterior Pelvic Pain Provocation Test Sacral Thrust Test…
Definition Pes cavus is a foot with an abnormally greater plantar longitudinal arch. Individuals who have this deformity will put too much weight and stress on the ball and heel of the foot while standing and/or walking. The spectrum of connected deformities observed with pes cavus involves clawing of the toes, posterior hind foot deformity…
What is a Spinal Muscular Atrophy? Spinal muscular atrophy is an inherited disease in which progressive muscle weakness and wasting (atrophy) are used for movement (skeletal muscles). It occurs due to a loss of specialized nerve cells (motor neurons) that control muscle movement. Progressive muscle weakness is seen as more severe that is closer to…
