What is scoliosis
Scoliosis is a general term that describes changes in the shape and position of the spine, thorax, and trunk, it’s a three-dimensional deformity of the spine. So instead of the spine appearing straight, it might look more like an “S” or “C” shape. This three-dimensional definition is given secondary to the fact that the vertebrae, the individual
All you need to know about Back pain
Back pain, discomfort, or sometimes debilitating suffering associated with an injury or some other affliction of the back, the posterior (rear) portion of the body that extends from the shoulders to the hips. Back pain is a ubiquitous complaint and a leading cause of disability worldwide. It can result from injury, activity, and some medical conditions. Back pain can affect people of any age, for
Shin Splints
Shin splints occur when the muscles and bones in the lower part of the leg pull and tug at their insertion on the shin bone (the tibia) and it becomes inflamed (irritated and swollen) and painful. Athletes often have shin pain because they put repeated stress on the shin bone, muscles, and connective tissues. Doctors
What causes plantar fasciitis, bunions and Morton’s neuroma?
The Plantar aponeurosis is the modification of Deep fascia, which covers the sole. It is a thick connective tissue. It is thick centrally, known as aponeurosis and is thin along the sides. It consists of three parts, medial, lateral and the central part, respectively. It is designed to provide support like a shock absorber for the main
piriformis syndrome
The piriformis muscle originates at the inner surface of the sacrum and inserts at the superior border of the trochanter of the femur. It passes through the greater sciatic notch and is the landmark to most of the nerves and vessels that pass from the pelvis to the gluteal region. These are the piriformis muscles, nerves,
Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Patellofemoral pain syndrome is pain at the front of your knee, around your kneecap (patella). Sometimes called "runner's knee," it's more common in people who participate in sports. It’s usually non-traumatic with diffuse pain gradually presenting around the patella with squatting, jumping, running, or going up and downstairs. Symptoms may also present with kneeling or prolonged periods of
Are Leg extensions safe after ACLR?
We used to believe that OKC exercises, like leg extension, post-ACLR, or the rehab plan will place a lot of stress on the ACL graft and lead to ligamentous laxity. Let’s first take a look at the amount of strain on the ACL put during leg extension exercise CKC exercises, and some daily life functional tasks. The
IT Band Syndrome
If you’ve got a nagging pain on the outer part of your knee, especially if you’re a runner, it could be a symptom of the iliotibial band (IT band) syndrome. It’s an injury often caused by activities where you bend your knee repeatedly, like running, cycling, hiking, and walking long distances. Your IT band is a thick bunch of fibers that runs from the
exercises for Upper Neck Pain
Upper neck pain is a common problem nowadays due to bad habits and a sedentary lifestyle. A typical upper neck exercise program will consist of a combination of stretching, mobility, and strengthening exercises. In today’s vlog, we will give you a simple and easy routine for 8 weeks, where you will be strengthening your upper back
