Introduction The Anterior Interosseous Nerve (AIN) is a branch of the median nerve that arises in the forearm. It supplies the flexor pollicis longus (FPL), the lateral half of the flexor digitorum profundus (FDP) (to the index and middle fingers), and the pronator quadratus (PQ). It is purely a motor nerve, with no sensory function….
Introduction The long thoracic nerve arises from the C5-C7 nerve roots and innervates the serratus anterior muscle. It plays a crucial role in scapular stability, preventing winging of the shoulder blade. Injury to this nerve can result in scapular winging, weakness in shoulder protraction, and difficulty in overhead movements. The serratus anterior muscle, one of…
Hip Flexion and Extension: What Is It? Hip flexion and extension are basic hip joint motions that are necessary for a variety of tasks, including sitting, jogging, jumping, and walking. It is necessary to understand hip flexion and extension for the purpose of evaluating and improving functional mobility, athletic performance, and rehabilitation. Hip flexion is…
Pain behind the knee, also known as posterior knee pain, can result from various conditions affecting the muscles, tendons, ligaments, or joints in the area. It may be caused by overuse, injury, or underlying medical conditions such as arthritis, bursitis, or a Baker’s cyst. In some cases, nerve compression or vascular issues can also contribute…
The coccygeal nerve is the 31st and final spinal nerve, arising from the coccygeal region of the spinal cord. It primarily contributes to the coccygeal plexus, which provides sensory innervation to the skin over the coccyx and motor fibers to parts of the pelvic floor muscles. It plays a minor role in overall nerve function…
Phalen’s Test is a clinical examination test used to diagnose carpal tunnel syndrome. The patient flexes both wrists and presses the backs of their hands together for 30-60 seconds. A positive test reproduces symptoms like tingling, numbness, or pain in the median nerve distribution, indicating possible median nerve compression at the wrist. The Phalen’s test:…
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…
What is an Ulnar and Radial Deviation of the Wrist? Radial and ulnar deviations are functionally significant wrist movement, they are essential for maintaining the wrist joint‘s overall stability and balance. By equitably distributing pressures across the wrist joint during weight-bearing exercises, these movements help reduce the likelihood of injury or excessive strain on specific…
The Best Exercises For Quadriceps Tendonitis that are designed to lessen pain, increase flexibility, and strengthen the quadriceps and surrounding muscles are explained in this article. Introduction: The overuse injury known as quadriceps tendinitis, or quadriceps tendinopathy, results in pain and inflammation in the quadriceps tendon, which is situated in the front of the knee….
Introduction Camptodactyly is a congenital condition characterized by the permanent flexion of one or more fingers, most commonly the little finger. It results from abnormalities in tendons, ligaments, or muscles and may vary in severity. The condition can be hereditary or occur sporadically. Treatment options include stretching, splinting, and, in severe cases, surgery. Camptodactyly is…
