Elbow flexor and extensor muscle weakness in lateral epicondylalgia. Coombes BK, Bisset L, Vicenzino B. Elbow flexor and extensor muscle weakness in lateral epicondylalgia. Br J Sports Med. 2012;46:449-453. Abstract Background Lateral epicondylalgia (LE) is one of the common and complex elbow problems in athletes as well as in general […]
Elbow flexor and extensor muscle weakness in lateral epicondylalgia. Clinical commentary
Elbow flexor and extensor muscle weakness in lateral epicondylalgia. Coombes BK, Bisset L, Vicenzino B. Elbow flexor and extensor muscle weakness in lateral epicondylalgia. Br J Sports Med. 2012;46:449-453. Abstract Background Lateral epicondylalgia (LE) is one of the common and complex elbow problems in athletes as well as in general […]
A healthy knee may develop OA due to a meniscus tear and an intact meniscus can degenerate in an arthritic knee
OObservation A cadaveric specimen of left knee was dissected. Upon observation before dissection, there was an obvious presence of a moderate degree of valgus malalignment of the knee joint. Medial side of the knee was dissected carefully to look over all the soft tissue layers as they maintain functionally important […]
Knee Menisci – understanding the anatomy, biochemistry, and bio-mechanics is crucial for clinical interpretation and management.
INTRODUCTION The menisci are two discernible crescent-shaped fibro-cartilaginous structures that are found between the femoral and tibial condyles. Although they were considered to be the functionless remains of leg muscles for many years, the menisci are now well defined as the important component of the functional anatomy and complex biomechanics […]
Achilles Tendinopathy; clinical practice guidelines.
Achilles tendinopathy Achilles tendinopathy (AT) is most common among individuals engaged in recreational or competitive activities. The annual incidence of AT in runners has been reported to be 7% to 9%. Studies have reported a higher prevalence of Achilles tendinopathy as age increases with the mean age between 30 and […]
Patellofemoral pain; classification and PT management
Despite a number of studies, ‘patellofemoral pain syndrome’, previously described as the” black hole of orthopedics” by Dr. Scott Dye, is still one of the most irritable condition causing dysfunctions for patients and confusion for clinicians. Although non-operative treatment has established as the initial form of treatment for patellofemoral disorders, […]
Plyometric training is not a jump training; Training guidelines
The main challenges of creating and implementing the plyometric training are; Preparing an athlete for training base-level requirements. Choosing correct exercise, and technique. Choosing correct intensity and progression of intensity. Eligibility criteria for plyometric training Not many studies have done to form the definite clinical guidelines on training baseline requirements […]
Plyometric Training is not a Jump Training.
I practiced plyometric training for myself and prescribed this training for many amateur and professional athletes. I was practicing and prescribing this effective technique in a wrong or ineffective way for a while until I decided to dig into it more and justify my work with scientific rationale. I believe […]
Exercising Cancer Patients? Some considerations to exercise prescription
Speck et al performed a systematic review of controlled physical activity in cancer survivors. The study reviewed 82 research works and showed a significant effect of exercises in cancer survivors, during and after treatment. A large effect was shown on upper and lower body strength and a moderate effect on […]