Patella Alta

Patella Alta

Introduction Patella Alta, commonly referred to as a high-riding patella, is a condition in which the kneecap (patella) is positioned higher than its normal alignment in relation to the femur. What Is Patella Alta? The quadriceps tendon surrounds the patellofemoral joint, which is made up of the kneecap lying in a dip on the front…

Reflexes

Reflexes: Types and Testing

Introduction A reflex is an uncontrollably stereotyped, involuntary response to a specific sensory stimulus. Every healthy individual possesses a variety of reflexes. Actually, the majority of them are innate. An impulse is dealt with by reflex arcs prior to it reaching the brain. The way the reflex reaction is shaped depends in large part on…

Spinal Stenosis

Spinal canal stenosis

What is Spinal Canal Stenosis? Spinal canal stenosis is the narrowing of one or more areas inside the spinal canal. The spinal canal is the pathway that connects each vertebra in your spine. It contains your spinal cord. A decrease in space within your spinal canal constricts your spinal cord and the nerves that arise from…

Lower Cross Syndrome

Lower Cross Syndrome

What is a Lower Cross Syndrome? Lower Cross Syndrome (LCS) is a postural imbalance that affects the lower back and pelvic region. It is characterized by a pattern of muscle imbalances where certain muscles become tight and overactive while others become weak and underactive. Both the dorsal and ventral areas of the body are affected…

Turkey Neck

Turkey Neck

What is Turkey Neck? Turkey neck, medically known as “cervical sagging” or “platysmal bands,” refers to the loose, wrinkled skin that often develops on the neck as a result of aging. This condition gets its name due to the resemblance of the sagging skin to the wattle of a turkey. It is a common cosmetic…

Cubitus Varus Deformity

Cubitus Varus Deformity

Definition for Cubitus Varus Deformity Cubitus varus deformity, often referred to as “gunstock deformity,” is a condition characterized by an inward angulation of the extended elbow. This deformity typically arises as a complication following supracondylar fractures of the humerus, particularly in children.Cubitus valgus is the “opposite” condition. This is a trilobate asymmetry of the elbow,…

multiple-sclerosis
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Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

What is a Multiple Sclerosis? Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological condition affecting the central nervous system (CNS), including the brain and spinal cord. It is characterized by the immune system attacking the protective covering of nerve fibers called myelin, leading to inflammation, damage, and disruption in nerve signal transmission. Definition of multiple sclerosis:…

Sprengels Shoulder Deformity
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Sprengel’s Shoulder Deformity

What is a Sprengel’s Shoulder Deformity? Sprengel’s shoulder deformity, also known as congenital high scapula or congenital elevated scapula, is a rare musculoskeletal anomaly characterized by an abnormally high-positioned shoulder blade (scapula) on one side of the body. It is a rare congenital disorder that affects how the shoulder blade (scapula) develops and is positioned…