Sciatica is caused by irritation, inflammation, compression, or pinching of one or more nerves that run down your legs and down your lower back. The sciatic nerve is located in the rear of the leg. It supplies the back of the knee and the muscles of the lower leg. The sciatic nerve also senses the…
The pronator teres muscle is a key anatomical structure located in the forearm region of the upper limb. It plays a vital role in forearm pronation, which is the movement of turning the palm downwards or towards the posterior aspect of the forearm. This muscle is part of the superficial layer of the anterior compartment…
Regular performing stretching exercises will improve the range of motion and help to relax the muscles. These effects can reduce the possibility of injuries like strains that affect muscles or tendons or sprains that affect ligaments. Lower back pain and osteoarthritis are two chronic conditions for which stretching may offer pain relief. Flexibility is an…
Introduction The PRICES principle stands for Protection, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation, and Support. It is an extended approach to treating acute injuries, particularly those sustained during sports or physical activity. To promote optimal healing and recovery, every component is necessary. Let’s take a closer look at each PRICES essential element: Protection The initial stage in the…
Introduction The care and rehabilitation of soft tissue injuries are significantly more complex, even though RICE and POLICE are popular and well-known concepts. The sub-acute and chronic phases of soft tissue healing are not effectively covered by these well-known techniques, which are primarily concerned with the acute treatment of soft tissue injuries. Two new acronyms,…
What is Traction Therapy? One kind of treatment called traction involves exerting a longitudinal strain on the spine’s axis. In other words, sections of the spinal column are tugged in opposite directions to stabilize or modify the position of injured spinal segments. The force is generally given to the head by a series of weights…
What is Suspension Therapy? Suspension therapy, also known as suspension training, is a versatile and effective form of exercise that utilizes straps, ropes, or similar equipment to leverage body weight for resistance. A part or the entire body is hung in the air by ropes and slings fastened to a fixed point above during suspension…
Exercise and regular physical activity are important for keeping bones strong. Exercise has been accepted as a successful lifestyle tactic to develop a strong bone and preserve bone strength over time. Muscles become larger, stronger, and more capable with exercise. It’s never too late to start exercising. Regular exercise lowers the risk of fractures by…
Introduction For most people, breathing is one of the most basic human needs. Your blood cells take up oxygen when you breathe in, and they release carbon dioxide. Following being recycled by your body, carbon dioxide exits it as waste. Breathing is not only an exercise that strengthens the lungs in general but also a…
Introduction The trigeminal nerve (CN V) is its fifth and largest cranial nerve. Its primary function is to provide sensory innervation to the face, which is divided into three major branches. The ophthalmic (V1), maxillary (V2), and mandibular (V3) nerves are the three branches. The trigeminal ganglia, located within the Meckel’s cave of the middle…
