CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME TREATMENT: CTS is an entrapment neuropathy caused by compression of the median nerve as it travels through the wrist’s carpal tunnel. Normal tissue pressure within the tunnel is approximately 3-7mm Hg. A numbness and tingling in the hand and arm caused by a pinched nerve in the wrist. It is the most […]
TREATMENT OF FOOT DROP: Foot drop also known as drop foot is not a disease, but rather a commonly encountered symptom of a neurological, anatomical, or muscular problem. IIt is the inability to lift the forefoot due to the weakness of dorsiflexors of the foot. However, sometimes referred to as step page gait, which is […]
TREATMENT FOR KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS : Knee osteoarthritis (OA), also known as degenerative joint disease, is typically the result of wear and tear and progressive loss of articular cartilage. It is most common in elderly people and can be divided into two types, primary and secondary Understanding Knee Osteoarthritis Primary osteoarthritis – is articular degeneration without any apparent […]
TREATMENT OF ANKLE SPRAIN An ankle sprain is a common musculoskeletal injury that involves the stretch or tear (partial or complete) of the ligaments. This injury often occurs during physical activities or sports, where the ankle moves outside of its normal range of motion. Understanding how to effectively treat an ankle sprain is crucial for […]
PHYSIOTHERAPY TREATMENT FOR TENDINITIS Tendinitis is inflammation of the thick fibrous cords that attach muscle to bone. These cords are called tendons CAUSES OF TENDINITIS Tendonitis is most commonly caused by overuse (repetitive stress), but less often, it can also occur in areas where calcium deposits have developed. As people age, repetitive motion, such as from […]
TREATMENT FOR FROZEN SHOULDER: Frozen Shoulder Frozen Shoulder, is a painful and progressive restriction of active and passive range of motion at the shoulder joint or area . It is often referred to as Adhesive capsulitis (AC), characterized by initially painful and later progressively costrain the glenohumeral (GH) joint range of motion. Treat of it […]
TREATMENT OF LOW BACK PAIN: Low back pain is a common complaint among adults. It is a discomfort that usually occurs in the lower back muscles. Moreover, it can sometimes radiate to the buttocks or the pelvis and down to the legs. Low back pain is categorized into three subtypes: acute, sub-acute, and chronic. This […]
TREATMENT OF BURSITIS: At Effective Physiotherapy & Fitness Clinic, our specialists employ different techniques such as cold and heat application among others, to reduce inflammation from bursitis. This treatment approach is complemented by patient education about lifestyle changes that can prevent future episodes. We emphasize the importance of proper body mechanics during physical activities to […]
Treatment of injection palsy, also known as sciatic nerve injury caused by intramuscular injection in the gluteal region, is a condition that primarily affects children. This type of nerve injury can lead to sensory-motor palsy in the lower limb, presenting with various degrees of impairment. Understanding the intricacies of injection palsy is essential for effective […]
Femoral neck fractures are a specific type of intracapsular hip fracture. The femoral neck connects the femoral shaft with the femoral head. The hip joint is the articulation of the femoral head with the acetabulum. The junctional location makes the femoral neck prone to fracture. CAUSES OF FEMORAL NECK FRACTURE RISK FACTORS OF FEMORAL NECK […]
