Spastic gait
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Spastic Gait

Introduction Spastic gait refers to a type of abnormal walking pattern often characterized by stiffness and difficulty in moving the legs due to increased muscle tone. This condition is commonly associated with neurological disorders such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, stroke, or spinal cord injuries. Individuals with spastic gait may experience tightness in their muscles,…

Exercise for Planter Fascitis
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16 Best Exercise for Planter Fascitis

When exercising to treat plantar fascitis, your focus should be on strengthening and stretching activities that improve foot function. Improving plantar fascia ligament flexibility might help in reducing inflammation and pain associated with heel pain, as well as preventing additional strain. Introduction: The condition known as plantar fasciitis affects the foot’s plantar fascia, primarily in…

Sinus tarsi syndrome

Sinus Tarsi Syndrome

Definition Sinus tarsi syndrome is a condition characterized by pain and instability in the foot, specifically in the area of the sinus tarsi, a small canal located on the lateral aspect of the ankle. Pain or injury in this area is known as sinus tarsi syndrome. Additionally, it could happen if the person has an…

passive-shoulder-flexion
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Shoulder Flexion

What is shoulder flexion? Shoulder flexion refers to the movement of raising the arm forward and upward, involving the motion of the arm towards the front of the body. This movement is fundamental in many daily activities, such as reaching overhead or lifting objects. Shoulder flexion refers to the movement of raising the arm forward…

subtalar-jont
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Subtalar Joint

Introduction The subtalar joint, located just below the ankle joint, plays a critical role in foot and ankle biomechanics. It connects the talus (a bone in the foot) with the calcaneus (heel bone), enabling the complex movements of inversion and eversion, which allow the foot to adapt to uneven surfaces. As a synovial joint, this…

Exercises for Piriformis Syndrome
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14 Best Exercises for Piriformis Syndrome

Introduction: Exercises for Piriformis Syndrome strengthen the hip muscles and improve the mobility of the piriformis muscle and surrounding hip muscles, which is important during piriformis syndrome. Stretching the piriformis improves muscular flexibility and reduces piriformis syndrome symptoms. Pinching the sciatic nerve by the piriformis muscle results in piriformis syndrome, a neuromuscular disorder. The piriformis…

Corneal Refractive Therapy
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Corneal Refractive Therapy

Introduction Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT), also known as Orthokeratology, is a non-surgical treatment designed to correct vision by temporarily reshaping the cornea using specially designed gas-permeable contact lenses. Worn overnight, these lenses gently mold the cornea, allowing for clear vision during the day without the need for glasses or contact lenses. CRT is particularly effective…

Modified Ashworth Scale
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Modified Ashworth Scale

Introduction The Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS) is a clinical tool used to assess spasticity in individuals, particularly those with neurological conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, and cerebral palsy. Severe spasticity has a profound effect on a patient’s life, influencing everything from everyday activities to mental health and even financial security. However, spasticity can help…