Introduction: The disorder known as autosomal recessive cerebellar ataxia type 1 (ARCA1) is characterised by developing mobility issues. Early to mid-adulthood is when the disorder’s signs and symptoms initially manifest. Dysarthria, a speech disability, ataxia, a balance and coordination problem, or both are among the disorder’s early signs. Additionally, they could struggle with movements that…
A Sensory Ataxia: What is it? Sensory Ataxia is a type of ataxia caused by the loss of proprioceptive input—the body’s ability to sense its position in space—due to damage in the sensory pathways, especially the dorsal columns of the spinal cord or peripheral nerves. Whenever a patient obtains a positive Romberg’s sign, it demonstrates that their…
Introduction Spinocerebellar ataxia type 3, also known as Machado-Joseph disease, is an inherited neurological illness that impairs muscle function, leading to a lack of balance and coordination. As a result of the disease, your arms and legs gradually become less coordinated. Although there is currently no known cure for Machado-Joseph disease, medication can help control…
Introduction The iliohypogastric nerve is a branch of the lumbar plexus, originating mainly from the L1 spinal nerve. It provides motor innervation to the lower abdominal muscles (such as the internal oblique and transversus abdominis) and sensory innervation to the skin over the lower abdomen and upper hip (gluteal) region. It plays a role in abdominal wall…
The Brachial Plexus: What is it? A brachial plexus block is a regional anesthesia technique used to numb the arm, shoulder, or hand by injecting local anesthetic near the brachial plexus—a network of nerves that originates from the spinal cord in the neck and controls movement and sensation in the upper limb. This block is…
Friedreich’s Ataxia: What is it? Friedreich’s Ataxia (FA) is a rare, inherited genetic disorder that causes progressive damage to the nervous system. It primarily affects the spinal cord and the nerves connecting it to muscles and sensory organs. The condition typically begins in childhood or adolescence and is characterized by progressive difficulty in walking, loss…
Introduction: As you might expect, chair yoga is a moderate form of yoga done in a chair. It is excellent for elderly people, those with chronic pain, and those with mobility limitations. Chair Yoga Poses have been shown to improve the mobility and flexibility of individuals who have trouble moving about freely. A modified version…
Introduction: Skier’s thumb is also known as “gamekeeper’s thumb,” which refers to a common injury to the thumb’s ulnar collateral ligament (UCL). Usually, it occurs by a rapid, strong, outward bending of the thumb, like when you fall while carrying a basketball or a ski pole. The base of the thumb joint is stabilized by…
Introduction: Thumb Collateral Ligament Injury, often known as “skier’s thumb” or “gamekeeper’s thumb,” occurs when the ligaments on the inner or outer side of the thumb joint are stretched or torn due to sudden force or repetitive stress. A band of tissue called the thumb collateral ligament runs from the thumb’s side to the hand…
Introduction The thorax muscles are a group of muscles located in the chest region that play a key role in respiration and upper body movement. The thoracic wall comprises the subcostalis, transversus thoracis, innermost intercostal muscles, external intercostal muscles, and internal intercostal muscles. During breathing, these muscles are principally in charge of altering the thoracic…
