https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/physiotherapy-blog.html The Physiotherapy Blog keeps you up-to-date with all additions and changes to the physiotherapy-treatment.com web site. Subscribe here. en-us physiotherapy Sun, 5 Jan 2020 18:55:31 -0500 Sun, 5 Jan 2020 18:55:31 -0500 physiotherapy-treatment.com https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/physical-therapy-abbreviations.html13d95ab3df4807407bdace2953f1a303Common Physical Therapy Abbreviations used in documentation Sun, 5 Jan 2020 18:55:01 -0500 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/pes-anserine-bursitis.html778e04ebe73d8fee1e7a9f42e18dd957Pes anserine bursitis (tendinitis) involves inflammation of the bursa at the insertion of the pes anserine tendons on the medial proximal tibia. Fri, 26 May 2017 11:36:21 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/williams-flexion-exercises.html60fd7e22801f857d6d0332e67bc56497Williams flexion exercises focus on placing the lumbar spine in a flexed position to reduce excessive lumbar lordotic stresses. Mon, 22 May 2017 12:02:35 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/Tendinosis.html5542d66f6e62c7e98f5995c9e245d39eTendinosis is intratendinous atrophy and degeneration with a relative absence of inflammation; a palpable nodule may be present over tendon Sun, 7 May 2017 09:09:50 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/Femoral-Neck-Fracture-Physiotherapy.htmle039dcba14aec7d311f392c4b4bffd8aPost femoral neck fracture physiotherapy aims to improve strength and range of motion of the involved extremity. Establish independent gait without assistive device and minimize complications. Sun, 28 Aug 2016 03:43:01 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/wobble-board-exercises.html71e0fcca3e5fe55fe4cd198bf4308735Wobble board exercises has demonstrated to be effective in preventing ankle sprains by assisting in strengthening the muscles and ligaments, influencing reaction times, and restoring proprioception. Sun, 7 Aug 2016 13:00:46 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/patellofemoral-pain-syndrome.html0d24e5943f0c061cf6ef448d3da796c4Pain to the undersurface of the patella is variously called anterior knee pain, chondromalacia patellae, patella malalignment syndrome and patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). Thu, 4 Aug 2016 03:34:36 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/biomechanics-of-throwing.html2660c9cacbd433552ae8488690570df3The biomechanics of throwing motion is a dynamic activity that requires extremes of glenohumeral motion that place extraordinary stresses on the athlete. Tue, 26 Jul 2016 08:40:06 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/extracorporeal-shock-waves.html397ca1951ba4e1cac3e923071b0ad282In 1980, the first patient with renal calculi was successfully treated with minimally invasive extracorporeal shock waves lithotripsy (ESWL). Wed, 20 Jul 2016 12:09:01 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/mini-mental-state-examination.htmlca6a08e50e10b1aee080e3d967fc615dThe Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) is the most widely used screening tool for items such as orientation, registration, attention and calculation, recall, and language Wed, 13 Jul 2016 12:12:44 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/frenkel-exercises.htmla1efeb56cc07dd2fe2db914302750827Frenkel Exercises are a series of motions of increasing difficulty performed by ataxic patients to facilitate the restoration of coordination. Sun, 10 Jul 2016 10:59:56 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/little-leaguers-elbow.htmldf3fde11dd37b6d3b9a4abf1fb9b43ddLittle Leaguers elbow is a common term for an avulsion lesion to the medial apophysis. Sun, 3 Jul 2016 08:53:22 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/decorticate-rigidity.html847416968a0a61f420c065a211e7d1bfA sign of corticospinal damage, decorticate rigidity is characterized by adduction of the arms and flexion of the elbows, with wrists and fingers flexed on the chest. Sun, 19 Jun 2016 04:33:34 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/decerebrate-posturing.html5cd38eb5d42a3c849ab2d8fa5034ff3fDecerebrate posturing (decerebrate rigidity, abnormal extensor reflex) is characterized by adduction and extension of the arms, with the wrists pronated and the fingers flexed. Sat, 18 Jun 2016 13:14:32 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/jersey-finger.html7de4a54e04af1ceb2bc653786801ba28Jersey Finger represents rupture of the Flexor Digitorum Profundus. This usually happens when an athlete grabbing an opponent's shirt undergoes forced extension of the DIP while it is flexed. Sun, 12 Jun 2016 13:36:55 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/lower-crossed-syndrome.html063dee6b646f727a8629b02f66683c90Dr. Janda described the lower crossed syndrome (also known as pelvic cross syndrome) as muscular imbalances between the deep abdominal musculature and the gluteus medius and maximus. Tue, 7 Jun 2016 14:52:49 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/intercostal-muscle-strain.html55339b9bbc4fcbf547ccb7cb03d48754Intercostal muscle strain is tear or rupture of intercostal muscles due to rapid movements that bend or twist the upper body suddenly. Sun, 8 May 2016 05:09:30 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/mat-activities.htmlb0faf67348826062fb88fdb44cec1c75Mat activities are one of the most important parts of rehabilitation programme of SCI patients. Sun, 1 May 2016 12:56:03 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/walking-after-spinal-cord-injury.html1daf859b6cabca32071bbe5cf7d34789Walking after spinal cord injury leads to large number of physiological benefits in the patient. Some of these are: Sun, 17 Apr 2016 04:52:34 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/SCI-Management-at-the-Accident-Scene.htmlf25c673b7d2c615f0f555095fd618adaSCI Management at the Accident Scene has, in addition to the fundamental life-saving goal, three main objectives: Sun, 10 Apr 2016 06:51:29 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/karvonen-formula.html4edecf1403e6441059e5f522ae62c342Karvonen formula or equation: target training HR = resting HR + (0.6 [maximum HR -resting HR]). Thu, 24 Mar 2016 02:44:44 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/sci-functional-expectation.htmlaf86df7b94c8f58d5a1958f2ef5b658cBefore starting the treatment programme of sci functional expectation of the patient according to level of injury should be considered. Sun, 13 Mar 2016 06:41:10 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/radial-tunnel-syndrome.html5e343dafbb5d3d60721c8801b2ba609dRadial Tunnel Syndrome - What It Is And What You Can Do About It? Sat, 5 Mar 2016 10:42:41 -0500 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/History-of-SCI.htmlcef9d02fc2130ef276cfe7f5b2f2742cOur knowledge of history of SCI (spinal cord injury) originates in ancient Egyptian society (Third Dynasty, 3000–2500 years BC). Mon, 29 Feb 2016 03:32:07 -0500 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/sci-rehabilitation.html76813fa4dd93883f657c1b9717133bacSCI Rehabilitation guide most persons with SCI to carry out meaningful work, and that the objective “return to work or school” is thus desirable and realistic in most cases. Sat, 6 Feb 2016 12:37:08 -0500 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/Brandt-Daroff-exercises.htmla119d9546c1550a318bffab5990ffb6eBrandt Daroff exercises are used for the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). They succeed in 95% of cases but are more arduous than the Epley manoeuvre. Sat, 23 Jan 2016 02:15:58 -0500 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/Upper-Cross-Syndrome.html55a436931dc637b9a74a9943074f5a9bUpper Cross Syndrome is characterized by rounded shoulders with an anteriorly tipped shoulder blade (scapular) and forward poking chin. Fri, 15 Jan 2016 11:15:01 -0500 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/how-to-avoid-arm-pain-when-using-crutches.htmla41f4439ffc2a21d3e0f56959596a595I have to use crutches and sometimes a walker due to a broken foot/ankle with NWB for at least another month. I need info on relieving extreme pain in Sun, 31 May 2015 10:43:00 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/hemophilia-physical-therapy.htmlfcfb8ab2f478aceccee5cd0aa5bfb0a2Hemophilia Physical therapy for the child with bleeding disorder is aimed at maintaining ROM and strength in all joints and at preventing or diminishing disability. Sun, 10 May 2015 11:39:06 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/coxa-vara.htmla0a9d6baf05f7095ad603f3d6bbc5380If the angle of inclination of the femoral neck to the shaft in the frontal plane exceeds 130 degrees then it is known as coxa valga; an angle less than Wed, 19 Nov 2014 12:55:05 -0500 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/Vestibular-Rehabilitation-Exercise.html88fde4f85f9edf5ae1d77fadac7d3a23Vestibular Rehabilitation Exercise are designed to promote central nervous system compensation for inner ear deficits Sun, 1 Jun 2014 03:11:52 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/double-chin-exercise.htmlc9ff79e2ed782b6e160e103ca9db6964Learn some great double chin exercise to strengthen platysma muscle to prevent your neck area from sagging. Sat, 5 Apr 2014 14:58:00 -0400 https://www.physiotherapy-treatment.com/toddler-knock-knee.html0572430e5f54b0552457b6a380024119My son who is three has just been diagnosed with Toddler Knock knee. When I first noticed his knees. (which wasn't that long ago), I thought he would be Tue, 7 Jan 2014 13:49:01 -0500