Overview The Iliopsoas Muscles may not be well known, but it plays an important role in activities such as walking, climbing stairs, and keeping your spine healthy and pain-free. The…
The serratus anterior muscle is a crucial anatomical structure located on the lateral aspect of the rib cage, extending from the first to ninth ribs. Often referred to as the…
"Wrist drop" is a medical condition characterized by weakness or paralysis of the muscles that control wrist extension, resulting in the inability to lift the hand or extend the wrist…
The hack squat is a useful strength training exercise that primarily works the lower body muscles of the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes. The lower back and core muscles are also…
What is a De Quervain's Tenosynovitis? De Quervain's Tenosynovitis is a painful condition that affects the tendons in the wrist and base of the thumb. It takes the name Fritz…
What is a RICER Principle? Rest, ice, compression, elevation, and referral are represented by the letters R, I, C, E, R, in that order. This technique reduces pain and swelling…
The sacral plexus is a collection of nerves in the lower back that are near the sacrum. It controls the sensation and movement of the legs, feet, and buttocks. A…
Introduction Topamax is a member of the anti-epileptic drug class. It is FDA-approved for the treatment of epileptic disorders and migraine avoidance. One typical negative effect that persons using Topamax…
IFC VS TENS – Both are electric current-based pain management techniques used to treat chronic pain, post-operative and post-traumatic acute pain, and long-term, uncontrollable pain. It has been demonstrated that…
Introduction The triangular, flat scapula bone is referred to as the “shoulder blade”. It is located in the upper thoracic region on the posterior part of the rib cage. It…