Acute Low Back Pain – When to recommend further investigation, or emergency medical referral? Red Flags for Potential Serious Spinal Pathologies Possible Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES): Risk Factors for CES History of Herniated disc with neurological signs and symptoms in unilateral...
What is a good exercise to strengthen (you name it)? – A Million $ Question!!! Any form of movement done in a proper form, technique, and focus within individual ability, and need can be the best exercise to do. Basically, there...
The shoulder joint is one of the most mobile joints with an extraordinary range of motion (ROM). Adhesive capsulitis is a benign, self-limiting musculoskeletal condition that has a disabling capability. Adhesive capsulitis, commonly known as frozen shoulder causes pain and restriction...
Respiratory Physiotherapy is an integral part of ay rehabilitation protocol. Respiratory physiotherapy is the foremost therapeutic intervention to any rehabilitation program following prolonged bed rest due to whatever cause of illness or injury or surgical intervention. A proper examination of respiration...
Introduction Determination of energy requirements during exercise only on the basis of maximal oxygen consumption (VO2 max) is not perfect, Wilmore, Costill and Kenney, (2008). According to studies of Astrand and Rodahl, (1977) and Wilmore, (1977), well trained athletes especially endurance...
Mesothelioma is a rare, aggressive form of cancer that develops from the thin layer of tissue covering different internal organs. The most common lining affected is the outer lining of the lungs and chest wall. Other areas commonly affected are the...
Definition Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a complex debilitating disorder characterized by overwhelming fatigue and other symptoms. This intense fatigue is medically unexplained and is not relieved by bed rest and may become worse by physical and mental exertion. Chronic fatigue...
Fibromyalgia is a complex syndrome characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue despite rest or sleep, stiffness, memory impairment and mood disturbances. Exact etiology for the condition is unknown. However, the pathogenesis of FMS is theorized to be a cluster of causes...
Cerebral Palsy (CP) in a child is often known for its varying degrees of movement disorder, positional or mobility issues. However, impaired thoracic mobility causing respiratory issues in the child with CP is one of the major and life threatening problems....
One Month Movement/Physical Development Baby can elevate head momentarily with minimum forearm support There is a decreased physiological flexion Cannot hold head, head flops backward if unsupported Keeps hands in tight fists with indwelling thumb most of the time Can...
