What is a Trigger Point Injections? Trigger point injections are a specialized medical treatment aimed at relieving pain and discomfort associated with muscle knots, commonly known as trigger points. These are hyperirritable spots within a muscle that can cause localized pain or refer pain to other areas of the body. Trigger point injections involve the…
The Mulligan Concept, developed by New Zealand physiotherapist Brian Mulligan, is a manual therapy approach used to treat musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. This method focuses on the application of Mobilizations with Movement (MWM) and Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glides (SNAGs) to restore pain-free function and improve joint mobility. Description Concept of Positional Fault Mulligan suggested that…
What is a Kinesio Taping Technique? Kinesio Taping, often recognized by the colorful strips of tape adorning athletes, is a therapeutic tool and technique used to support and stabilize muscles and joints without restricting the body’s range of motion. This method, created in the 1970s by Japanese chiropractor Dr Kenzo Kase, aims to support and…
What Is Rigid Tape? Rigid taping is a widely used method in sports medicine and physiotherapy aimed at supporting and stabilizing joints and soft tissues during physical activity. Unlike elastic taping, which allows for a degree of movement, rigid taping restricts movement to provide maximum stability. This technique is particularly beneficial for managing acute injuries,…
Introduction Relaxation techniques are a diverse array of practices specifically designed to help individuals achieve a state of calm and balance, counteracting the effects of stress and anxiety. Stress can have physiological effects in addition to psychological ones, including elevated heart rate, palpitations, excessive perspiration, dyspnea, and tense muscles. Numerous varieties of relaxation techniques can be…
Introduction In physical therapy clinics, hot packs are one kind of physical modality that is frequently utilized. Your physical therapist applies them to the affected portion of your body (PT). Physical therapists apply wet heat packs directly to the exposed area that requires treatment after wrapping them in multiple layers of towels. However, why is…
What is a Hydrotherapy? Hydrotherapy, a therapeutic approach, to the therapeutic use of water, has been practiced for centuries across various cultures. Rooted in the belief that water can promote healing and wellness, hydrotherapy encompasses a wide range of techniques, from hot baths and steam rooms to cold water plunges and water exercises. Any activity…
Definition The earliest and most basic method of treating injuries is cryotherapy, commonly referred to as using ice. Its effectiveness, cost, simple use, and accessibility of transportation lead to its popularity. Ice is thought to reduce pain by causing local anesthesia. Additionally, it reduces local blood flow, cellular metabolism, edema, and nerve conduction velocities. The…
Introduction Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF): The term Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) refers to a therapeutic approach that involves stimulating proprioceptors (such as the muscle spindle and the Golgi tendon organs) in addition to other sensory stimuli (tactile, visual, or verbal) at the beginning (i.e., during the cognitive phase of motor learning) and gradually decreasing them…
What is a Manual Therapy? Manual therapy is a hands-on technique for treating musculoskeletal dysfunction and pain. It encompasses a variety of techniques, including massage, mobilization, manipulation, and stretching, aimed at relieving pain, improving range of motion, and restoring function. Physical therapists have played a significant role in the current diversity of manual therapy approaches…
