What is Calf Strain? A calf strain, also known as a pulled calf muscle, is an injury to the muscles in the back of your lower leg. The gastrocnemius and soleus are the two primary muscles that make up this region, which is known as the calf. These muscles work together to help you point…
Introduction The infraspinatus tendon tear is a shoulder injury affecting the infraspinatus muscle, one of the four muscles that make up the rotator cuff. This muscle plays a vital role in shoulder stability and allows for the external rotation of the arm. Tears in the infraspinatus tendon can occur due to acute trauma, such as…
Introduction Costoclavicular Syndrome, commonly known as Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS), is a medical disorder characterized by nerve or blood vessel compression in the thoracic outlet. The thoracic outlet is the gap between the clavicle (collarbone) and the first rib, through which essential structures such as nerves and blood arteries go from the neck to the…
Exercises for Gastrocnemius Strain are an essential part of your overall treatment plan, along with medical care. What is a gastrocnemius strain? A strong superficial muscle at the rear of the lower thigh, the gastrocnemius muscle is used for standing, walking, running, and jumping. A partial or complete tear or rupture of the gastrocnemius muscle…
What is a Cheiralgia Paresthetica? Cheiralgia Paresthetica also called Wartenberg Syndrome) is a condition that occurs mostly due to the compression or entrapment of the superficial branch of the radial nerve. This nerve, responsible for sensory functions in the back of the hand and thumb, can cause numbness, tingling, and pain on the radial (thumb)…
Introduction Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a complementary and different medicine that explores gentle touch to detect rhythmic movements in the bones of the head and produce a healing effect. Because of its methods, some have referred to CST as quack medicine and pseudoscience. Medical studies have not discovered convincing proof that cranial osteopathy (CST) provides any health benefits. Attempting to reconstruct the bones of the skull is dangerous, especially in infants and young children. The fundamental presumptions of…
A torn calf muscle: what is it? A calf muscle tear occurs when the muscles at the back of the lower leg, specifically the gastrocnemius or soleus, are overstretched or torn due to sudden or excessive force. This injury is common in athletes or individuals involved in physical activities that require rapid acceleration, jumping, or…
Introduction: A midfoot sprain occurs when the ligaments that support the middle section of the foot, known as the midfoot, are overstretched or torn. This area plays a crucial role in stabilizing the arch of the foot and supporting proper movement during activities like walking, running, and jumping. Midfoot sprains can range from mild to…
Introduction Recurrent shoulder dislocation is a disease that develops when the glenohumeral joint, or shoulder joint, dislocates frequently. Being one of the most moving joints in the human body, the shoulder is among the most susceptible to dislocation. Shoulder instability, also known as recurrent shoulder dislocations, is the state in which the dislocations become recurring….
Introduction Shoulder subluxation occurs when the lining of the shoulder joint (the capsule), ligaments, or labrum become strained, torn, or detached, causing the ball of the shoulder joint (humeral head) to move entirely or partially out of its socket. Individuals with shoulder subluxation typically experience pain when their shoulder “gives way.”A physical examination together with…
