Achillis tendon rupture
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Achillis Tendon Rupture

What is a Achillis Tendon Rupture? An Achilles tendon rupture is a complete or partial tear of the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. It often occurs during activities that involve sudden acceleration, jumping, or pivoting. The most frequent tendon rupture in the lower limb is the Achilles tendon. Adults…

Tendon gliding exercises
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Tendon Gliding Exercises

Introduction Tendon gliding exercises are therapeutic movements designed to improve finger mobility, reduce stiffness, and prevent adhesions in conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome and tendon injuries. These exercises involve specific hand and finger positions—such as straight, hook, fist, tabletop, and straight fist—to promote smooth tendon movement within the hand. Regular practice can enhance flexibility, dexterity,…

Progressive Muscle Relaxation
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Jacobson’s Relaxation Technique

Jacobson’s relaxation technique also known as progressive muscle relaxation (PMR), is a method for releasing tension in the muscle and, as a result, reducing stress and anxiety. It’s common to experience stress occasionally. However, if the stress increases or persists for an extended period, it suggests that the person may be carrying the tension in…

Alexander Technique

Alexander Technique

What is the Alexander Technique? The Alexander Technique is an alternative therapy founded on the idea that bad posture leads to several health issues. It is named after its creator, Frederick Matthias Alexander (1869–1955). The American National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health categorizes it as a “psychological and physical” complementary approach to health when…

Active cycle of breathing technique
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Active Cycle of Breathing Technique (ACBT)

What is a Active cycle of Breathing Technique (ACBT)? The Active Cycle of Breathing Technique (ACBT) is a physiotherapy technique used to clear mucus from the lungs, commonly for individuals with respiratory conditions like COPD or bronchiectasis. It consists of three main phases: breathing control, deep breathing exercises, and forced expiratory technique (huffing) to improve…

Diaphragmatic Breathing Technique
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Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercises

Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercises focus on deep breathing using the diaphragm rather than shallow chest breathing. This technique enhances lung efficiency, reduces stress, and improves oxygenation. It involves inhaling deeply through the nose, allowing the abdomen to rise while keeping the chest still, and exhaling slowly through the mouth. Common exercises include lying down breathing, seated…

McKenzie Exercises for Back Pain
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McKenzie Exercises for Back Pain

McKenzie exercises, developed by physiotherapist Robin McKenzie, are a set of movements designed to relieve back pain and improve spinal mobility. They focus on extending the spine to alleviate pressure on discs and nerves, making them particularly effective for conditions like sciatica and disc herniation. Common exercises include prone lying, press-ups, and standing back extensions….

Jersey's finger
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Jersey’s finger

Definition The Jersey finger, often known as the “rugby finger,” is an avulsion of the flexor digitorum profundus tendon (FDP) from the distal phalanx (zone I), where it is inserted. The most often impacted is the ring finger. In the gripping posture, the ring finger protrudes the farthest, making it more susceptible to FDP avulsion,…

Speech Therapy

The Ultimate Guide to Speech Therapy

What is a Speech Therapy? Speech therapy is the diagnosis and treatment of communication problems including speech disorders. It is carried out by speech-language pathologists, or SLPs as they are more commonly called. To improve communication, speech therapy techniques are used. These could include language intervention activities, articulation therapy, and other things, depending on the…