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Wrist injuries are common for those who perform a lot of physical work, especially with their hands. It becomes a serious problem when the ligaments of your wrist are significantly damaged. If such an injury is not corrected, it typically continues to cause problems. ​ Wrist being by far the most complex joint is made […]

​Jones fracture, also known as 5th metatarsal fracture occurs in a small area of the fifth metatarsal that receives less blood and therefore is more prone to injury. This can either be a stress fracture, which is a tiny hairline break that occurs overtime, or an acute break that is caused due to a sudden traumatic […]

Weakness of muscles and lack of muscle tone in babies, is generally termed as Hypotonia. This condition is usually diagnosed in infancy. Because of floppy limbs and lack of muscle control, children appear like rag-dolls, dragging and struggling to move. Depending on the cause of hypotonia, its severity can vary significantly from mild to severe […]

A history of symptoms often related to pain and easily recognized by excess motion at multiple joints is described as hypermobility syndrome. It is also sometimes called as Beneign Joint Hypermobility Syndrome (BJHS). The challenges that you may face can be multi-faceted and numerous, if you’ve been diagnosed as being hypermobile. People who have been […]

Down syndrome is genetic disorder in which babies are born with an extra copy of chromosome 21. This disorder is also called as Trisomy 21. How a baby grows in the mother’s womb before birth is determined by chromosomes, and how the baby’s body functions after birth, and normally, a baby is born with 46 […]

Sciatica is the symptom of pain down the leg that people may experience because of a low back problem. The sciatic nerve starts at the low back and goes down the buttock and branches out through the back of the leg to the foot. There are many reasons as to why the sciatic nerve may […]

Removal of mucus from certain parts of the lungs by using gravity and proper positioning to bring the secretions into the throat where it’s easier to remove them, is postural drainage. Segments called ‘lobes’ divide the lungs. Right lung is divided into three lobes (right upper lobe, right middle lobe and right lower lobe), while […]

Lymphedema is the swelling of limbs, which commonly occurs on the back of hands or legs. It doesn’t usually occur on the face and genitalia. Lymphedema happens due to poor function of lymphatic system or obstruction of lymphatic vessels. When there is an inability to remove lymphatic fluids, due to either genetic insufficiency or damage […]

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​Source:https://www.uniquerehab.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/improveyourposture_article-900×400.jpg Many people suffer from the negative effects of bad posture, yet they do not wish to make any changes until a serious issue arises. Postural dysfunction or “Poor” posture is defined as when our spine is positioned in unnatural positions, in which the curves are emphasized and this results in the joints, muscles and vertebrae […]

Physical therapy helps restore movement and function to as near normal as possible when someone is affected by injury, illness or by developmental or other disability. Musculoskeletal physical therapists have expertise in the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions, which includes muscles, joints and soft tissues. It employees advanced clinical assessment and diagnosis methods. Musculoskeletal problems may […]

Sports physical therapy is a specialized branch of physical therapy which deals with injuries and issues related to athletics. Experts in sports physical therapy perform their thorough practice and research, in order to help athletes recover from chronic injuries, and provide them insightful knowledge and comprehensive ways to prevent problems. Therapy services are generally available […]

A slipped disc can be a very painful experience. In most cases, it should get better on its own, within 6 to 8 weeks,and there are certain things that you can do to avoid pain, but ensure you don’t try to speed up the recovery process. A slipped disc is likely to improve with rest, […]

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What is the core of our body? The core is often referred to as the powerhouse, the foundation on which all limb movements are based on. For top athletes, maintaining and strengthening their core strength is extremely vital. Sports people have to continually work on developing and maintaining their core stability and use it as […]

If paralysis has clouded your dreams, physical therapy is your silver lining. What is paralysis? Paralysis is a condition where there is loss of muscle use in any particular part of the body. As a result, the patient is not able to move the affected body part properly. People suffering from paralysis also tend to […]

Image Source: https://www.jaaos.org/content/9/2/99/F11.expansion    The ulnar nerve is a single nerve that arises from a group of nerves called the brachial plexus. It runs down the inner aspect of the arm, behind a bony prominence on the inner side of the elbow called the medial epicondyle. And, it runs all the down to the hand, supplying […]

For diagnosing spinal alignment, posture and movement of your spine will be assessed. If there are issues causing or adding more pain to your problems, postural re-alignment will be included as a part of your treatment. Generally, postural alignment includes identifying any tight or weak muscles that may be causing you to maintain a poor […]

The process of walking and balancing are intricate movements termed as gait. They rely on the proper functioning from several areas of the body. These include the eyes, ears, brain and muscles. If not addressed or thoroughly assessed, these problematic areas can lead to walking difficulties, falls, or injuries. Depending on the cause, walking difficulties […]

A vestibular hypofunction is a condition that involves diminished ear functioning, either in one ear or both the ears. Thus, there are two types of vestibular hypofunction: unilateral vestibular hypofuntcion (when the dysfunction is in one ear), and bilateral hypofuction (when dysfunction is in both the ears). While causes of these disease vary and are […]