Hip External Rotation Hip external rotation refers to the movement of the thigh or leg rotating outward, away from the body’s midline. This motion is essential for activities like walking, running, and maintaining balance. It involves muscles such as the piriformis, gluteus maximus, and other deep hip rotators. What are the hip’s internal and external…
Introduction: Dealing with degenerative disc disease in the neck can be painful and frustrating. I faced constant discomfort, limited mobility, and the fear that it might only get worse. But through a combination of targeted exercises, posture corrections, and lifestyle changes, I found relief and regained my quality of life. In this video, I’ll share…
Introduction: The glenohumeral ligaments are a group of three ligaments (superior, middle, and inferior) that reinforce the shoulder joint, connecting the humerus to the glenoid cavity of the scapula. They provide stability by limiting excessive movement and preventing dislocation, particularly during shoulder rotation and abduction. They are also in charge of preventing the humerus bone…
The Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) is a key stabilizer of the knee joint, located on the outer side. It connects the femur (thigh bone) to the fibula (the smaller bone of the lower leg) and provides stability by preventing excessive side-to-side movement. Injuries to the LCL often occur due to direct impact or excessive stress…
Introduction: A nerve entrapment occurs when a peripheral nerve loses mobility, and flexibility, or is squeezed by surrounding tissues. A nerve entrapment can result in neuropathic/neurogenic pain, which can be acute or chronic. Nerve entrapment syndromes (meaning a shared set of signs and symptoms) are caused by swelling of the surrounding tissues or structural defects….
Introduction The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that originates from the spinal cord in the neck (C5 to T1 nerve roots) and extends through the shoulder to control muscle movements and sensation in the shoulder, arm, and hand. It is divided into five sections: roots, trunks, divisions, cords, and branches. Damage to the…
Hip Adduction Hip Adduction is the movement of bringing the leg toward the midline of the body. It involves muscles like the adductor longus, brevis, and magnus, as well as the gracilis and pectineus. Strengthening these muscles improves stability, balance, and lower body strength, which is essential for activities like walking, running, and maintaining proper…
Hip Internal Rotation Hip internal rotation is the movement of the thigh inward, toward the center of the body. This motion is essential for activities like walking, running, and changing direction. Strong and flexible hip internal rotators help maintain balance, improve athletic performance, and prevent injuries. What are the Internal and External Rotations of the…
Introduction The dorsal scapular nerve originates from the root of spinal nerve C5, which is one of the brachial plexus’s lateral branches. On rare occasions, it could originate from the brachial plexus’ superior trunk. The dorsal scapular nerve is a motor neuron that innervates the levator scapulae, rhomboid major, and rhomboid minor muscles. These muscles…
Introduction The medial antebrachial cutaneous nerve is a sensory nerve originating from the medial cord of the brachial plexus, primarily carrying fibers from the C8 and T1 nerve roots. It supplies sensation to the skin of the medial (inner) side of the forearm. The nerve descends along the arm, often near the basilic vein, and…
