Introduction Rockwood Test is a clinical shoulder examination used to assess acromioclavicular (AC) joint instability or separation. The test helps identify injury to the AC joint by evaluating pain, prominence, and abnormal movement of the clavicle, commonly seen after a direct fall or shoulder trauma. Rockwood Classification Purpose of the test: The test’s objective is…
What is Lhermitte’s Sign? Lhermitte’s Sign is a neurological symptom characterized by a sudden, brief, electric shock–like sensation that travels down the spine and sometimes into the arms or legs when the neck is bent forward. It might be caused by bending your neck forward or by coughing or sneezing. A sudden, intense pain that…
What is Volkmann’s Contracture? Volkmann’s Ischemic Contracture (VIC) is a serious condition that occurs when blood flow to the forearm muscles is severely reduced, usually after a fracture, tight bandage, or untreated compartment syndrome. Following this injury, the forearm’s arteriovenous circulation is compromised, resulting in reduced blood flow and hypoxia, which can harm muscles, neurons,…
Best Exercises for Knee Pain in Overweight People focus on gentle, low-impact movements that reduce stress on the joints while improving strength, mobility, and stability. These exercises help ease pain, support weight loss, and enhance daily function safely. Best exercises for knee pain in overweight people Easy Exercises for Overweight People with Knee Pain Activities…
Introduction: Living with sacroiliitis (SI) can be painful and annoying. It is an uncomfortable ailment caused by inflammation of the joint in your lower back, which is where your pelvis joins your spine. If it strikes you, you may experience lower back and buttock pain that radiates down your leg. Long stretches of sitting, standing,…
Introduction: Anterior pelvic tilt is a common postural imbalance where the pelvis tilts forward, often leading to lower back pain, hip tightness, and weak core or glute muscles. The best exercises for anterior pelvic tilt focus on stretching tight hip flexors and lower back muscles while strengthening the core, glutes, and hamstrings to restore proper…
Introduction: Exercises for Posterior Pelvic Tilt help correct pelvic alignment, improve posture, reduce lower back pain, and strengthen core and hip muscles. Fortunately, you can recover from these problems by including specific stretches in your practice. We’ll examine some of the top stretches designed to correct posterior pelvic tilt and promote improved posture and overall…
Introduction: Idiopathic scoliosis, the most prevalent type of scoliosis, is characterized by a variety of anomalies in the spine. Asymmetry of the waist, unequal shoulders, and curvature of the spine are possible signs. Scoliosis can cause pain, decreased mobility, and, in extreme situations, breathing issues, though its severity varies. Millions of people worldwide suffer from…
Introduction: A growing number of people are adopting “Forward Head Posture” (FHP) as a result of spending hours bent over computers, tablets, and smartphones in the modern digital age. The anterior posture of the head in relation to the shoulders is the hallmark of this common postural problem, often known as “text neck,” which causes…
Introduction: An extreme outward curving of the upper back, which gives the appearance of a rounded or hunched back, is the hallmark of kyphosis. This prevalent illness can cause pain, discomfort, and decreased mobility in people of all ages. The many forms and causes of kyphosis will be discussed in this article, along with how…
