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Aura Remedial Massage & Body Therapy

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25.01.2022 A comfortable wall supported variation of a popular stretch for the glutes and piriformis. Tightness through this area can contribute significantly to hip and... back pain for a lot of people and the piriformis muscle in particular (one of the six deep external rotators of the hip) is often thought to be a common cause for people suffering with sciatica. Due to the differences in our own physical structures its important to try many different stretching variations for this part of the hip to find one that works for you. A weekly class is now being offered at @_promovement in Noosa for anyone interested in exploring how stretching can help to reduce muscular tension and enhance movement capacity. #stretchtherapysessions #stretchtherapy #movementbasedtherapy #piriformis #piriformissyndrome #backpain #sunshinecoast See more

25.01.2022 TIBIALIS ANTERIOR TENDONITIS - SYMPTOMS, CAUSES, TREATMENT OPTIONS WHAT IS TIBIALIS ANTERIOR TENDONITIS? The tibialis anterior is a muscle which lies at th...e front of the shin and attaches to several bones in the foot via the tibialis anterior tendon. The tibialis anterior is primarily responsible for moving the foot and ankle towards the head (dorsiflexion figure 1), and, controlling the foot as it lowers to the ground during walking or running. Whenever the tibialis anterior muscle contracts or is stretched, tension is placed through the tibialis anterior tendon. If this tension is excessive due to too much repetition or high force, damage to the tendon can occur. Tibialis anterior tendonitis is a condition whereby there is damage to the tibialis anterior tendon with subsequent inflammation and degeneration. SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF TIBIALIS ANTERIOR TENDONITIS Patients with tibialis anterior tendonitis usually experience pain at the front of the shin, ankle or foot during activities which place large amounts of stress on the tibialis anterior tendon (or after these activities with rest, especially upon waking in the morning). These activities may include walking or running excessively (especially up or down hills or on hard or uneven surfaces), kicking an object with toes pointed (e.g. a football), wearing excessively tight shoes or kneeling. The pain associated with this condition tends to be of gradual onset which progressively worsens over weeks or months with continuation of aggravating activities. Patients with this condition may also experience pain on firmly touching the tibialis anterior tendon. CAUSES OF TIBIALIS ANTERIOR TENDONITIS Tibialis anterior tendonitis typically occurs due to activities placing large amounts of stress through the tibialis anterior muscle. These activities may include fast walking or running (especially up or downhill or on hard or uneven surfaces) or sporting activity (such as running or kicking sports). Patients may also develop this condition following direct rubbing on the tibialis anterior tendon. This may occur due to excessive tightness of strapping or shoelaces over the tendon. TREATMENT OPTIONS Treatment for patients with tibialis anterior tendonitis is vital to hasten the healing process, ensure an optimal outcome and reduce the likelihood of injury recurrence. Treatment may comprise: - soft tissue massage - electrotherapy (e.g. ultrasound) - anti-inflammatory advice - stretches - joint mobilization - dry needling - ankle taping - bracing - the use of crutches - ice or heat treatment - exercises to improve strength, flexibility and balance - education - activity modification advice - biomechanical correction - footwear advice - a gradual return to activity program EXERCISES The following exercises are commonly prescribed to patients with this condition. You should discuss the suitability of these exercises with your physiotherapist prior to beginning them. Generally, they should be performed 3 times daily and only provided they do not cause or increase symptoms. Your physiotherapist can advise when it is appropriate to begin the initial exercises and eventually progress to the advanced and self massage exercises. As a general rule, addition of exercises or progression to more advanced exercises should take place provided there is no increase in symptoms. Foot and Ankle Up and Down Move your foot and ankle up and down as far as possible and comfortable without pain (figure 2). Repeat 10 20 times provided there is no increase in symptoms. Foot and Ankle In and Out Move your foot and ankle in and out as far as possible and comfortable without pain (figure 3). Repeat 10 -20 times provided there is no increase in symptoms. Reference: Physio Advisor

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24.01.2022 PECTORALIS MINOR TRIGGER POINT REFERRAL Trigger points in the Pectoralis Minor (PMi) can also create pain in and around the shoulder. The quintessential refe...rence point for anything myofascial and trigger point related is Simons and Travell (1999). They describe a pain referral pattern of PMi as pain mostly over the anterior deltoid area and spilling over into the subclavicular and pectoral regions. The pain may extend down the medial aspect of the arm, forearm, and into the ulnar distribution of the hand and the third, fourth, and fifth digits. Lawson et al (2011) presented a case study on how PMi trigger points created pain similar to angina in a cross country skier. Meanwhile, Fitzgerald (2012) presented a case whereby tightness in PMi can also be a causative factor in thoracic outlet syndrome. Thoracic outlet syndrome is the result of compression or irritation of neurovascular bundles as they pass from the lower cervical spine into the arm, via the axilla. If the PMi muscle is involved, the patient may present with chest pain, along with pain and paraesthesia into the arm. The symptoms were reproduced on both digital pressure over the PMi muscle and on provocative testing for thoracic outlet syndrome. Treatment therefore should focus on the PMi muscle. Reference and graphics: Sports Injury Bulletin

24.01.2022 PERIPHERAL NERVOUS SYSTEM The peripheral nervous system (PNS) consists of nerve fibers and cell bodies outside the CNS that conduct impulses to or away from... the CNS. The PNS is organized into nerves that connect the CNS with peripheral structures. A nerve fiber consists of an axon, its neurolemma (G. neuron, nerve + G. lemma, husk), and surrounding endoneurial connective tissue. The neurolemma consists of the cell membranes of Schwann cells that immediately surround the axon, separating it from other axons. In the PNS, the neurolemma may take two forms, creating two classes of nerve fibers: 1. The neurolemma of myelinated nerve fibers consists of Schwann cells specific to an individual axon, organized into a continuous series of enwrapping cells that form myelin. 2. The neurolemma of unmyelinated nerve fibers is composed of Schwann cells that do not make up such an apparent series; multiple axons are separately embedded within the cytoplasm of each cell. These Schwann cells do not produce myelin. Most fibers in cutaneous nerves (nerves supplying sensation to the skin) are unmyelinated. A nerve consists of the following components: A bundle of nerve fibers outside the CNS (or a bundle of bundled fibers, or fascicles, in the case of a larger nerve). The connective tissue coverings that surround and bind the nerve fibers and fascicles together. The blood vessels (vasa nervorum) that nourish the nerve fibers and their coverings. Nerves are fairly strong and resilient because the nerve fibers are supported and protected by three connective tissue coverings: 1. Endoneurium, delicate connective tissue immediately surrounding the neurilemma cells and axons. 2. Perineurium, a layer of dense connective tissue that encloses a fascicle of nerve fibers, providing an effective barrier against penetration of the nerve fibers by foreign substances. 3. Epineurium, a thick connective tissue sheath that surrounds and encloses a bundle of fascicles, forming the outermost covering of the nerve; it includes fatty tissue, blood vessels, and lymphatics. Nerves are organized much like a telephone cable: The axons are like individual wires insulated by the neurolemma and endoneurium; the insulated wires are bundled by the perineurium, and the bundles are surrounded by the epineurium forming the cables outer wrapping. It is important to distinguish between nerve fibers and nerves, which are sometimes depicted diagrammatically as being one and the same. A collection of neuron cell bodies outside the CNS constitutes a ganglion. There are both motor (autonomic) and sensory ganglia.

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23.01.2022 Ensuring that you maintain good posture is hands down one of the most important things that you can do for your muscle and joint health. It guarantees that you move efficiently while minimizing your risk of chronic overuse injuries. Here are a few tips! #health #posture #fitness

23.01.2022 POOR POSTURE MIGHT BE THE CAUSE OF EXHAUSTION, PAIN AND INDIGESTION This is all important because chronic poor posture can lead to low energy. Muscle fibres ...become shorter and contracted. The body automatically uses energy to maintain the contraction in the shortened fibres. At times this can lead to chronic fatigue, headaches, unexplained aches and pains throughout the body and occasionally digestive problems. Long term rounded shoulders create compression through the lungs and could lead to habitual shallow breathing. This restricts oxygen distribution in the body, and can also leave us vulnerable to infections as were not doing deep breathing that can cleanse the lungs. The knock-on effect of compression through the body can generate a slow and sluggish digestive system and increasing fatigue. While the tight, short muscles burn up energy, the weak, long muscles dont fire properly. These weak muscles must re-establish both their strength and nervous system responses to regain their functionality.

23.01.2022 POSTURE AND GAIT The lower limbs function primarily in standing and walking. Typically, the actions of lower limbs muscles are described as if the muscle were... acting in isolation, which rarely occurs. It is important to be familiar with lower limb movements and concentric and eccentric contractions of muscles, and to have a basic understanding of the process of standing and walking. STANDING AT EASE When a person is standing at ease with the feet slightly apart and rotated laterally so the toes pint outwards, only a few of the back and lower limb muscles are active. The mechanical arrangement of the joints and muscles are such that a minimum of muscular activity is required to keep from falling. In the stand-easy position, the hip and knee joints are extended and are in their most stable positions (maximal contact of articular surfaces for weight transfer, with supporting ligaments taut). EXPLANATION OF THE FIGURES (A) Lateral View The relationship of the line of gravity to the transverse rotational axes of the pelvis and lower limb in the relaxed standing position I demonstrated. Only minor postural adjustments, mainly by the extensors of the back and the plantarflexors of the ankle, are necessary to maintain this position because the ligaments of the hip and knee are being tightly stretched to provide passive support. (B) Inferior View A bipedal platform is formed by the feet during relaxed standing. The weight of the body is symmetrically distributed around the centre of gravity, which falls in the posterior third of a median plane between the slightly parted and laterally rotated feet, anterior to the rotational axes of the ankle joints. The ankle joint is less stable than the hip and knee joints, and the line of gravity falls between the two limbs, just anterior to the axis of rotation of the ankle joints. Consequently, a tendency to fall forward (forward sway) must be countered periodically by bilateral contraction of the calf muscles (plantarflexion). The spread of splay of the feet increases lateral stability. However, when lateral sway occurs, it is countered by the hip abductors (acting through the IT band). The fibular collateral ligament of the knee joint and the evertor muscles of one side act with the thigh adductors, tibial collateral ligament, and invertor muscles of the contralateral side. Walking: The Gait Cycle Locomotion is a complex function. The movements of the lower limbs during walking on a level surface may be divided into alternating swing and stance phases. The gait cycle consists of one cycle of swing and stance by one limb. The stance phase begins with a heel strike, when the heel strikes the ground and begins to assume the body's fll weight (loading response), and ends with a push off by the forefoot a result of plantarflexion. Stabilization and resilience are important during locomotion. The invertors and evertors of the foot are principal stabilizers of the foot during the stance phase. Their long tendons, plus those of the flexors of the digits, also help support the arches of the foot during the stance phase, assisting the intrinsic muscles of sole.

20.01.2022 WHAT CAUSES BAT WINGS? The occurrence of flabby arms are due to the accumulation of excess of fat and result in loose and hanging skin in the upper portion of... the person's arms. They make the arms look thicker than usual. Flabby arms are also called as Bat wings. They are a result of increased age (>30years) when the body fat increases and the lean muscle decreases. These changes occur due to hormonal changes taking place with increase in age and due to sedentary (less active) lifestyle. With age, there is a decrease in the rate of metabolism, less amounts of calories are burnt which leads to increased accumulation of body fat. This in turn, results in the weight gain. The excess fat then starts getting stored in the regions of the arms and gives a saggy appearance. MAJOR MUSCLES OF THE ARMS The major muscles in the arms include the deltoids, biceps and triceps. The deltoids are the major muscles in the shoulders and are responsible for lifting the arms up forward and out to the sides. The biceps brachii runs down the front of the upper arm and is in charge of bending the elbow joints against resistance. The triceps, on the back of the upper arms, overcome resistance to straighten the elbow joints. HOW TO LOSE BAT WINGS? Answer: to exercise and to eat proper diet. EXERCISES THAT HELP LOSE BAT WINGS The Windmill Arm Rotation Rotating the upper arms and the shoulders is a good workout for the arms and helps in strengthening the upper arms and the neck and shoulders muscles. In this exercise, the biceps and triceps are targeted secondarily. It involves, raising the arms in front at the shoulder level and place them parallel to the ground. Further, rotating the arms upwards, then backwards, bringing them down and then in the front and repeating the procedure Triceps Push Ups It is the most common exercise that burns fat in the arms and develops triceps. One should perform at least 12 sets of bench dips. While performing this exercise at home, one should keep a bench or chair behind and place one's arms on it and hold it. Now, place a stool under your feet so that they are raised from the ground. The dips are to be performed now by lowering the body, however make sure that the hands are tucked in at the sides and the elbow is at 90 degrees. Repeat the exercise. The other triceps involving exercises are triceps kickbacks, triceps extension and bent over row can be also performed by using dumbbells. Triceps Extension While keeping your abdominal muscles pulled in, slightly bend forward at the hips. Place the left hand on your left thigh or on a chair. You should have a dumbbell weighing 3 to 5 pounds on your right hand. With your elbow bent, pull the upper arm of your right hand up and back such that its parallel to the floor. Now extend your arm straight back and out. Pause for a while then bring back the arm to the initial position. Do 3 sets of 15 reps for each arm. Targeted exercises can help to reduce weight in this area, though a person is likely to experience more satisfying results from a full-body workout.

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19.01.2022 SYMPTOMS OF A PINCHED NERVE A pinched (compressed) nerve is an uncomfortable sensation and numbness caused by increased pressure and compression of nerve that... leads to damage and irritation of peripheral nerves. A pinched nerve is mostly associated with back pain and neck injury. What Are The Causes Of Pinched Nerve? A pinched nerve occurs due to compression of a nerve mostly in areas where there is less soft tissue such as bone, ligaments and tendons. Pinched nerve in the upper back and neck area is very common due to intricacy of the region as many nerves pass through the area. Pinched nerve could be caused due to poor posture and improper body position (prolonged leaning on elbows), frequent crossing of legs and with time this may lead to pressure injury of nerves in these areas. It is a result of either disc herniation, degenerative changes such as arthritis or autoimmune diseases, hypothyroidism, pregnancy, and repetitive motions such as typing or using certain tools. The pressure on nerve due to above activities can lead to irritation of nerve or its protective covering (myelin sheath) or both. This causes abnormal nerve conduction leading to numbness. The damage from pinched nerve can be mild or severe and can be temporary or permanent; most of the times reversible, but in some cases can be irreversible. What Are The Symptoms of a Pinched Nerve In Your Upper Back? The most common symptom of a pinched nerve in the thoracic spine and cervical spine is numbness and tingling sensation in the upper back or neck region that might also radiate to the arms, shoulders, hands, fingers and upper chest area and is felt as pins and needles sensation or a burning sensation. Initially, the sensations are fluctuating, but with time, they become persistent. It may also be accompanied by pain that is typically felt as a sharp or an electric sensation or on occasions dull sensation in the middle of the back. The pain might also radiate to the front of the chest, abdomen, shoulders, arms and hands. Pain might also be accompanied by muscle or back spasms along with muscle stiffness in few people. Nerve compression in the cervical/neck region might also cause severe headaches that might be felt on the same side as the numbness or pain. In severe cases, it might lead to muscle weakness leading to decreased contraction of muscles even with enough force or temporary paralysis of muscles below the thoracic spine or cervical spine such as the legs or arms depending on severity of nerve injury. These symptoms typically subside with proper treatment. The common areas of pinched nerve in hands are medial nerve at the wrist causing carpal tunnel and ulnar nerves at the elbows (due to frequent leaning on elbows while sitting or driving) and cervical spine causing pain and tingling in the neck that might radiate to the arms and shoulders. How Is Pinched Nerve Treated? The primary aim of treatment of pinched nerve is to reduce the inflammation and release pressure around the nerve. This can be achieved by resting and icing of the area, especially if it is caused by repetitive motion. For cervical pain, neck collars and for carpal tunnel, wrist braces can be used to rest the area and restrict movement of the joints. In the beginning, conservative treatment with anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen and naproxen is done along with postural correction. Antispasmodics can also be used if muscle spasms are present. If this does not cure the symptoms then home exercises and/or physical therapy and corticosteroid injections can be opted for. It usually cures the symptoms, but if there is persistence of symptoms then the last resort is surgery to release pressure of the compressed nerve. Nowadays, alternative medicine is also becoming popular and some people prefer to go to a chiropractor or acupuncturist and benefit from the sessions too.

18.01.2022 DEEP FASCIA OF FOOT A. The skin and subcutaneous tissue have been removed to demonstrate the deep fascia of the leg and dorsum of the foot. B. The deep pl...antar fascia consists of the thick plantar aponeurosis and the thinner medial and lateral plantar fascia. Thinner parts of the plantar fascia have been removed, revealing the plantar digital vessels and nerves. C. The bones and muscles of the foot are surrounded by the deep dorsal and plantar fascia. A large central and smaller medial and lateral compartments of the sole are created by intermuscular septa that extend deeply from the plantar aponeurosis.

17.01.2022 A foot imbalance affects your knees, hips and back! #feet #fitness #body #health

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17.01.2022 BICEPS TENDONITIS What is Biceps Tendonitis? The biceps muscle has two heads, simply named the long head and the short head. With biceps tendinitis, its us...ually the long head (which attaches to the top front of the shoulder) that gets injured. The long head tendon attaches to the shoulder joint capsule, and it is very near other important shoulder structures, such as your rotator cuff. When the biceps tendon has any kind of abnormal or excessive stress, it may get inflamed. This includes excessive tension (pulling), compression (pinching), or shearing. If this happens repetitively, your bodys ability to heal itself may lag compared to these stresses, and this can lead to pain and injury via inflammation and swelling. Risk Factors for Biceps Tendonitis: 1. Repetitive overhead movements. 2. Poor movement mechanics and posture. 3. Weakness in the rotator cuff. 4. Age-related changes. 5. Abrupt increase in upper body exercise routine. How Do You Know If You Have Biceps Tendonitis? People with biceps tendonitis often have a deep ache in the front of the shoulder. More specifically, pain is usually localized at the bicipital groove. Sometimes pain can radiate distally down the arm. Symptoms will usually come on with overhead motions, pulling, lifting, or the follow-through of a throwing motion. Instability of the shoulder may also present as a palpable or audible snap when shoulder motion occurs. Common Symptoms of Biceps Tendonitis: 1. Sharp pain in the front of your shoulder when you reach overhead. 2. Tenderness to touch at the front of your shoulder. 3. Dull, achy pain at the front of the shoulder, especially following activity. 4. Weakness felt around the shoulder joint, usually experienced when lifting or carrying objects, or reaching overhead. 5. A sensation of catching or clicking in the front of the shoulder with movement. 6. Pain when throwing a ball. 7. Difficulty with daily activities, such as reaching behind your back to tuck in your shirt, or putting dishes away in an overhead cabinet. Finding a health practitioner who is a skilled manual therapist may help speed up your recovery. Manual therapy is great to loosen tight muscles, mobilize stiff joints, and improve the blood flow in target areas. Treatment Plan Step 1: Reduce Inflammation The first step that any health practitioner should take is to relieve any possible inflammation. Rest and cold compress will help to reduce inflammation and begin the healing process. Step 2: Range of Motion Once the pain has begun to subside, you should start to work on improving your pain-free range of motion. This will include not only the glenohumeral joint, which is what most people think of when they think of the shoulder, but also the neck, trunk, scapula (shoulder blade). If you have adequate flexibility in all of these other parts of your body, your glenohumeral joint wont have to work as hard. Two important ranges of motion for the shoulder include: flexion and internal rotation. You should be able to reach all the way overhead (full flexion) and have full internal rotation without pain. Having tight muscles in the back of your shoulder can lead to increased stress at the front of your shoulder, right where your biceps tendon is. Step 3: Build Strength Early in your recovery, you can work on pain-free strengthening of the muscles in the shoulder as well as the back muscles that support the shoulder. The rotator cuff muscles help to stabilize and protect the glenohumeral joint, so any basic shoulder-conditioning program should begin with these. You also want to focus on stabilizing your scapula, which is the base that the humerus moves on. The shoulder girdle must be strong and stable enough to transfer all the forces between your arm and your body, and it must also be mobile enough to move with the humerus to allow for full range of motion. Step 4: Functional Training Once youve started the healing process, significantly decreased inflammation, gained full range of motion, and have started strengthening, youre ready for functional training. This is the last and most rewarding part of rehab because youre now training to regain full strength and function. You move with your entire body in a coordinated fashion, whether you want to return to playing baseball or carry a basket of laundry. If you move improperly (PTs refer to this as aberrant motion), this places increased stress to your tissues, which can lead to damage over time. So, even if your diagnosis is biceps tendonitis, a good physical therapist will know to treat the entire body. Whatever your goal is after physical therapy, your treatment should teach you to move more efficiently and optimally prepare you to return to your normal life.

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14.01.2022 WHAT'S BEHIND YOUR KNEE? The popliteal fossa is a mostly fat-filled compartment of the lower limb. Superficially, when the knee is flexed, the popliteal foss...a is evident as a diamond-shaped depression posterior to the knee joint. The size of the gap between the hamstring and gastrocnemius muscles is misleading, however, in terms of the actual size and extent of the fossa. Deeply, it is much larger than the superficial depression indicates because the heads of the gastrocnemius forming the inferior boundary superficially form a roof over the inferior half of the deep part. When the knee is extended, the fat within the fossa protrudes through the gap between muscles, producing a rounded elevation flanked by shallow, longitudial grooves overlying the hamstring tendons.

14.01.2022 TIGHT MUSCLES THAT MAY BE THE CAUSE OF LATERAL PELVIC TILT There are several kinds of pelvis tilts that are unhealthy for our body: 1. There is the anterio...r pelvic tilt, where the front of the pelvis is tilted downwards. 2. There is also the posterior pelvic tilt, which is the opposite of the anterior pelvic tilt, where the front of the pelvis is tilted upwards. However, the lateral pelvic tilt is unique, in that the pelvis is tilted to the side where one side will be higher than the other. Symptoms of a Lateral Pelvic Tilt Other than one hip being higher than the other, the presence of a lateral pelvic tilt can have a drastic chain effect which reverberates not only from the pelvis downwards, but also up to the shoulders. Uneven Hips This is the obvious symptom. Now that we have briefly discussed what a lateral pelvic tilt, we now know that this is a tell-tale sign of its presence. Uneven Shoulders From the image above, you will see how the hip which is higher will usually result in the shoulder on the same side, being lower than the other side. This can cause someone to notice or think that they have uneven shoulders, when in fact it is a problem that stems from having a lateral pelvic tilt. Leg Length Differences Someone with a lateral pelvic tilt may think they have one leg longer than the other, or one leg shorter than the other. However, this is a myth as it is the tilt in the pelvis which makes it feel like the hip that is lower down is longer because the other leg doesnt reach the ground when you stand. There are such things as true differences in leg length but most of the cases are misdiagnosed. The truth is that uneven hips creates this illusion. The best way to rule out a true leg length difference is to measure both legs. If you do have a true leg length discrepancy, then it is unlikely that these exercises I am about to discuss will be of use to you. Leg Rotation You can see from the diagram that the bones of the leg usually rotate internally as a result of a lateral pelvic tilt. Whats not to be ruled out, is that the internal rotation of all these bones could also be the cause of the lateral pelvic tilt. If it is the cause, then it starts all the way down at the foot. Typically, one foot will be pronated where the ankle is rolled inward, this could be a flat foot or a collapsed arch. When one foot becomes pronated, the shin bones and the femur rotate inward and the hip will drop. Causes of a Lateral pelvic tilt a) Muscular imbalances: (Sagittal plane) A Lateral pelvic tilt can result from an imbalance between the Quadratus Lumborum, Adductors and Glute medius muscle. Other muscles involved: Obliques, Tensor fascia latae b) Sub-optimal habits: Do you lean on one leg? Do you sit more on one butt cheek than other other? Do you always sleep on the same side? If you do, then you have postural habits that may encourage the tilting of the pelvis! c) Neurological conditions Any condition that impacts the nerves that supply the control of the pelvic musculature may result in a laterally tilted pelvis. (The superior gluteal nerve supplies the glute medius) How to Fix a Lateral Pelvic Tilt There are a couple of angles that can be taken to fix a lateral pelvic tilt. The first is to fix the flat feet (if you have them) and the other is to correct any muscle imbalances that may have developed that causes your body to hold onto the lateral pelvic tilt position - massage and proper exercise. The final step is to address the bad posture that causes the problem in the first place.

14.01.2022 SCIATICA WHAT IS SCIATICA? Sciatica is the result of a neurological problem in the back or an entrapped nerve in the pelvis or buttock. There are a set of n...eurological symptoms such as: Pain (intense pain in the buttock) Lumbosacral radicular leg pain Numbness Muscular weakness Gait dysfunction Sensory impairment Sensory disturbance Hot and cold or tinglings or burning sensations in the legs Reflex impairment Paresthesias or dysesthesias and oedema in the lower extremity that can be caused by the irritation of the sciatic nerves (the lumbar nerve L4 and L5 and the sacral nerves S1,S2 and S3) CAUSES OF PAIN Pain is a result of irritation of the sciatic nerve. it can be constant or intermittend. The pain may be worsened by certain movements like coughing or sneezing (these movements increase the intra abdominal pressure). Sitting, bending, prolonged standing or rising from a sitting position can aggravate or increase the pain. PAIN PATTERNS In regards to relief the pain, the supine position decreases the pressure on the herniated disc and will subsequently decrease pain. Pain is located along the distribution of the nerve and can be felt in the back, buttocks, knee and leg. It only radiates to one side of the leg and can result in reduced power, reflexes and sensation in the nerve root. Also gait dysfunction (toe walking, foot drop and knee buckling), paresthesias or dysesthesias are frequent neurological symptoms. SYMPTOMS BASED ON NERVE COMPRESSION Sciatica can be caused by the compression or irritation of nerve L4, L5, S1, S2 and S3. The sciatica symptoms depend on which nerve is compressed or irritated. L4: When the L4 nerve is compressed or irritated the patient feels pain, tingling and numbnessiIn the thigh. The patient also feels weak when straightening the leg and may have a diminished knee jerk reflex. L5: When the L5 nerve is compressed or irritated the pain, tingling and numbness may extend to the foot and big toes. S1: When the S1 nerve is compressed or irritated the patient feels pain, tingling and numbness on the outer part of the foot. The patient also experiences weakness when elevating the heel off the ground and standing on tiptoes. The ankle jerk reflex may be diminished. source: B.W Koes, M.W Van Tulder, W.C Peul. Diagnosis and treatment of sciatica. BMJ.

13.01.2022 CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition in which the median nerve, a major nerve in the upper extremity t...hat travels down the arm and enters the hand through a very small gap called carpal tunnel located in the central part of the wrist, gets compressed in the carpal tunnel. This causes irritation of the nerve leading to tingling or pain. Typically, this disease affects the thumb, index, and middle fingers. Signs and Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Carpal tunnel syndrome causes numbness, weakness, pain, or tingling in the hand or fingers. Some individuals experience pain in the arm between their elbow and hand. Symptoms generally may occur in the thumb, index finger, middle finger, and half of the ring finger. Pain in the other fingers except little finger may be a sign of carpal tunnel syndrome. Hands and fingers get weak. Slight pain in forearm and wrist. Pain will be severe at night. Feeling of relief just by shaking out the hand. Treatment for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Carpal tunnel syndrome is first treated by conservative method. The general treatment includes complete rest for the wrist by wearing a splint. Cold therapy helps a lot to relieve the swelling and inflammation. Surgery is performed in severe cases. Carpal tunnel release is a very simple operation in which carpal ligament is cut in order to enlarge the carpal tunnel and relieve the pressure on the median nerve. This is done either by open technique or endoscopic technique. Physiotherapy for carpal tunnel syndrome is important in speeding up the healing process and to get the optimal results. Physiotherapy also decreases the likelihood of recurrences in the future. Physiotherapy may include: Soft tissue massage. Electrotherapy. Joint mobilization. Heat and ice treatments. Bracing or splinting. Exercises to improve strength and flexibility. Activity modification and training. Appropriate plan for return to activity.Soft tissue massage. Exercises for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Stretching and strengthening exercises are really helpful for the prevention from re-occurrence of symptoms. Pain free exercises are recommended. Aim for a full, pain-free range of motion before moving on to strengthening exercises. Wrist Flexor Stretch against a chair Method: Starting Position: Stand next to a chair. Lean forward and place your outstretched hand on top of the chairs sitting surface with the palm facing and in contact with the surface of the chair. Action: In a slow and progressive manner push the wrist against the chairs surface until you feel the resistance of the end of range. At end of range, hold the position for 15 seconds whilst breathing slowly and deeply. Ensure you keep the elbow fully extended throughout the exercise.

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07.01.2022 The plank trains the brain to be able to manage your core muscles effectively and is also great for injury prevention Ref: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3806175/

07.01.2022 QUADRATUS LUMBORUM - ANATOMY, FUNCTION AND RELEASE EXERCISE QL ANATOMY The Quadratus Lumborum Muscle which is present in the posterior abdominal wall situat...ed deep inside the abdomen. This muscle is present dorsally to the iliopsoas muscle. This muscle courses from the iliac crest and attaches itself to the 12th rib and the transverse processes of 1st to 4th lumbar vertebrae. The quadratus lumborum muscle is rectangular in shape. The muscle gets its blood supply from the subcostal nerve and branches of the lumbar plexus. The quadratus lumborum muscle lies quite close to many vital organs of the body in the abdomen like the kidneys and colon. QL FUNCTION The main function of the quadratus lumborum is to provide stability to the body along with movement of the spine and pelvis. Since this muscle is used frequently day in and day out hence it is prone to strains and injuries resulting in quadratus lumborum pain. Certain activities like repetitive heavy lifting, sporting activities like rowing, golfing can strain the quadratus lumborum muscle. Treatment for quadratus lumborum strain is conservative with a period of rest along with using hot and cold therapy and back brace. QL REFERRED PAIN When muscle knots form in the Ql or it goes into spasm due to overload or injury, then it can give you real grief! Often this is more one-sided than the other also, giving you a real lopsided feeling and can make it seem like you have one leg shorter than the other or that your pelvis is out (which cant really happen). The QL refers pain elsewhere and isnt always felt at the muscle. The referred pain is generally felt in the outer hip and in the glutes and is often described as a deep ache but can be a sharp pain when moving. The trouble is that this muscle is very hard to stretch but, it is quite easy to do a QL muscle release! QL MUSCLE RELEASE 1. Position Lie on your back and place a firm massage ball under your QL muscle, which you will find in-between the top of your pelvis and your bottom rib, off to each side of your spine. 2. Action: Bring the knee on the same side as the ball up towards your chest, which puts pressure on the ball. Once you feel like you have the right spot (you will feel it!), holding onto your knee you can either: 1. Rock your knee out to the side and then in again and repeat, OR 2. Repeatedly bend your knee up and down towards your chest. Slowly and gently work into it for 1-2 minutes on each side and feel free to move the ball up or down slightly to get the right spots. Do this great myofascial release once a day for two weeks. Tip: Help prevent this recurring and giving you ongoing trouble by strengthening your QL and the surrounding muscle so that they can handle everything that is asked of them!

07.01.2022 MUSCLES THAT MOVE THE LOWER JAW In anatomical terminology, chewing is called mastication. Muscles involved in chewing must be able to exert enough pressure to... bite through and then chew food before it is swallowed. The masseter muscle is the main muscle used for chewing because it elevates the mandible (lower jaw) to close the mouth, and it is assisted by the temporalis muscle, which retracts the mandible. You can feel the temporalis move by putting your fingers to your temple as you chew. Although the masseter and temporalis are responsible for elevating and closing the jaw to break food into digestible pieces, the medial pterygoi and lateral pterygoid muscles provide assistance in chewing and moving food within the mouth. DID YOU KNOW? The strongest muscle based on its weight is the masseter. With all muscles of the jaw working together it can close the teeth with a force as great as 55 pounds (25 kilograms) on the incisors or 200 pounds (90.7 kilograms) on the molars.

06.01.2022 RELATIONSHIP OF SCIATIC NERVE TO PIRIFORMIS (A) The sciatic nerve usually emerges from the greater sciatic foramen inferior to the piriformis. (B) In 12.2% o...f 640 limbs studied by Dr. J. C. B. Grant, the sciatic nerve divided before exiting the greater sciatic foramen; the common fibular division (yellow) passed through the piriformis. (C) In 0.5% of cases, the common fibular division passed superior to the muscles where it is especially vulnerable to injury during intragluteal injections. See more

06.01.2022 LEVATOR SCAPULAE MUSCLE RELATED NECK PAIN The Levator Scapulae muscles are located on either side of the neck. They originate on the four upper vertebrae of t...he cervical spine (neck) and insert, or attach, to the scapula, also known as the shoulder blade at the superior, medial border. These two muscles are involved in elevation, downward rotation and abduction of the scapulae. They are also involved in flexion and extension of the cervical spine(neck), turning of the neck slightly left and right, along with side bending of the neck left and right. When you wake up in the morning with a crick in your neck, feel a burning pain on the top inner corner of your shoulder blade, or have trouble turning your head to look behind you while driving etc., the culprit may be a Levator Scapula muscle in spasm. The pain can be described as a throbbing, ache, or tightness, and usually presents from the top inner corner of the shoulder blade up along the neck. What Causes Levator Scapula Spasm / Trigger Points? A trigger point is a tight area within muscle tissue that causes pain in that area and/or other parts of the body. The trigger points are shown above as two dark red circles, with the pain referral area also shaded in. Muscle spasm is a tightening of a muscle usually, due to overuse or overstress. It can in itself cause pain and loss of mobility. The following events and activities are likely to activate, or reactivate, tension / pain and trigger points in the levator scapulae. - whiplash from an automobile accident - sleeping on the stomach with the head turned/or sleeping in an odd position - chilling of the muscle during sleep from an air conditioner or draft from an open window - working at a computer with the head turned for long periods - holding a phone between the shoulder and ear - carrying a heavy bag with a shoulder strap - use of crutches that are too tall and elevate the shoulder - emotional and mental stress - Working with your arms raised above your head for prolonged periods of time can also irritate the Levator Scapula. To help reduce neck pain, stabilize your shoulder blade when you raise your arm. - poor posture with a forward head position puts this muscle under continuous strain causing overuse. Usually the condition settles after a few days if it is only a once off. Proper hands-on deep tissue massage and dry needling, when used together, can be great to settle the condition either in the short term, or if the condition has become more chronic. Also for the long term, correcting posture, stretching and strengthening of the upper back(particularly middle / lower traps, serratus posterior, rhomboids etc.) and the neck muscles(specifically the posterior neck muscles) can help prevent the condition from returning. Posture is key to a healthy neck and spine. Try and sit up straight on a comfortable supportive chair, when at work or at home, allowing the shoulders to relax by using the arm rests of the chair. When at a computer, pull the screen close and try to get it up to eye level (say using books underneath it), so your head doesnt have to be coming forward. The same applies when driving a car. Pull the seat in close to the steering wheel(within reason),and try to position yourself so the shoulders are relaxed and the head isnt jutting forward. Activities like reading in bed, playing computer games for hours etc. can really tighten up the levator muscles and are a disaster for thoracic and cervical posture in the long term.

06.01.2022 PROPRIOCEPTION Physiologically, posture and balance are a result of the interaction of a number of sensory feedbacks and the resulting muscular responses. The... sensory feedback comes from proprioceptors. The proprioceptors detect any changes in movement or position and any changes in tension, or force, within the body. They are found in all nerve endings of the joints, muscles, and tendons. 1. Pressure sensors in the soles of the feet and proprioceptors in the ankle joints detect the proportion of weight distributed between left and right and between the balls and heels of the feet. 2. The vestibular apparatus of the ears can detect any change in equilibrium, even before it occurs, and send messages to the brain. 3. The eyes detect a level horizon and feedback to the brain causes postural adjustment to try to keep the eyes parallel with that horizon. 4. Neurological structures in muscle and tendon tissue (the muscle spindles and Golgi tendon organs - which are also types of proprioceptors) detect changes in muscle tensions and the rate of that change.

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06.01.2022 RHOMBOIDS MUSCLE PAIN Each one of us has had muscle pain at some point in our lives. Some people, however, experience worsening and commonly occurring muscle ...pain in certain areas. Among this is rhomboid muscle pain, which is more common and worse than any other pain and is one of the most frustrating pains. There are many people who dont know where exactly is rhomboid muscle situated, but they have felt pain in that region at some time or other for sure. Pain of the rhomboid muscle is the pain, which is present in the upper back region just beneath the neck and between the upper shoulder blades. Rhomboid muscle helps in controlling the arms and shoulders. If you have spent an entire day carrying heavy load, then the rhomboid muscle bears the brunt of it. The rhomboid muscle is shaped like a triangle and is a very thin muscle. It is a skeletal muscle that is connected to the bone and helps in movement of the joints. The rhomboid muscles include rhomboid minor muscle and rhomboid major muscle. Rhomboid muscle connects the spine to the medial edges of the shoulder blades along with helping in maintaining a good posture. If these muscles are used excessively then it causes pain. This excessive use can result from playing sports, such as golf or tennis and can also occur from carrying heavy load on the upper back and even wrong movements, such as trying to reach for something heavy from a high shelf. All the muscles in the body are composed of many tiny muscle fibers. They have to move in unison for movement of the joints and limbs. All these tiny muscle fibers build up the muscle and hence are very strong. However, if isolated and left on their own they become weak and become more susceptible to tear. This is commonly seen when an individual goes to gym. Pain in the rhomboid muscle causes difficulty in the patient in moving his/her arms and can be described as mild to severe pain in the upper back. Treatment for Rhomboid Muscle Pain comprises of rest, cold compresses and medications. Possible Causes of Rhomboid Muscle: * Sitting on chair for long time with poor posture especially from prolonged use of computer * Sitting in a car for long time can strain your rhomboid muscles causing inflammation of the rhomboid muscle. Signs & Symptoms of Rhomboid Muscle Pain * Patient experiences pain and loss of movement. This is called as shoulder blade pain or rhomboid pain. * Patient will also have swelling as the body is healing from rhomboid muscle pain. This will result in more discomfort. * In some patients, there is compression of a nerve leading to acute shooting pain resulting in painful and difficult movements.

06.01.2022 THE FIVE JOINTS OF THE SHOULDER Right shoulder, anterior view. A total of five joints contribute to the wide range of arm motions at the shoulder joint. There... are three true shoulder joints and two functional articulations: True joints: 1. Sternoclavicular joint 2. Acromioclavicular joint 3. Glenohumeral joint Functional articulations: 4. Subacromial space: a space lined with bursae (subacromial and subdeltoid bursae) that allows gliding between the acromion and the rotator cuff (muscular cuff of the glenohumeral joint, consisting of the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, subscapularis, and teres minor muscles, which press the head of the humerus into the glenoid cavity. 5. Scapulothoracic joint: loose connective tissue between the subscapularis and serratus anterior muscles that allows gliding of the scapula on the chest wall. Besides the true joints and functional articulations, the two ligamentous attachments between the clavicle and first rib (costoclavicular ligament) and between the clavicle and coracoid process (coracoclavicular ligament) contribute to the mobility of the upper limb. All of these structures together comprise a functional unit, and free mobility in all the joints is necessary to achieve a full range of motion. This expansive mobility is gained at the cost of stability, however. Since the shoulder has a loose capsule and weak reinforcing ligaments, it must rely on the stabilizing effect of the rotator cuff tendons. As the upper limb changed in mammalian evolution from an organ of support to one of manipulation, the soft tissues and their pathology assumed increasing importance. As a result, a large percentage of shoulder disorders involve the soft tissues. Would you like to find out more about human anatomy, physiology and pathology? Stay tuned and make sure you turned on notification on Healthy Street and see all posts and updates.

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03.01.2022 HIP (GREATER TROCHANTERIC) BURSITIS In between tendons and bones all over the body, small sacs of fluids called bursae are present. These fluid sacs provide n...ecessary cushion to the tendons and protect them from sudden damage. The trochanteric bursa is one such fluid sac present in the back of the thigh separating the muscles and tendons of the thighs and buttock from the greater trochanter of the hip. The greater trochanter or great trochanter of femur is the part of the skeletal system of the femur that is irregular in shape, with coarse surface, but to some extent looks quadrilateral. Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome or GTPS is also known as Trochanteric Bursitis that is symptomized by a pain in the upper surface of the hip and thigh. What is Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome? Due to any injury to the greater trochanter or the adjoining parts and trochanteric bursa, pain on the upper surface of the upper thigh and the hip may occur, which is known as Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome. The main cause of the pain is the inflammation or injury to the trochanter bursa, which is why it is also called Trochanteric Bursitis. In the adjoining area of the Greater Trochanter, several other small fluid sacs are present, but trochanter bursa is the largest fluid sac in that part, and it faces the maximum damage during an injury. In contrary, some recent research shows that inflammation of the trochanter bursa is not the sole cause of the pain; minor damages to the adjoining muscles and tendons also add to that pain along with an inflamed trochanter bursa. So, these days, experts call the condition as greater trochanteric pain syndrome. Following are the most known symptoms of Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome: - Mild to severe hip and upper thigh pain. The pain may spread up to the knee area. The pain intensifies while walking, running, carrying heavy weights, and sitting cross legged. - Tenderness in the affected areas. - Painful walking or normal movements is also a symptom of Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome. - Swelling of the affected area, with a sensation of warmth. - In severe situations, the affected area may be discolored or look reddish. Causes of Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome The main causes of greater trochanteric pain syndrome include the following: - Sudden fall with the hip area facing the ground and the maximum body weight concentrates on the hip and upper thigh area mainly. - Excessive pressure on the hip and thigh muscles and bones for a long time for many days may also cause greater trochanteric pain syndrome. This is the main reason of occurrence of the condition in athletes, weight lifters, and bodybuilders. - Some other problems like osteoarthritis, leg gait disturbances, and problems in the spinal cord may also lead to greater trochanteric pain syndrome. - In some small number of cases, it is found that greater trochanter pain syndrome has been formed after an arthroscopic surgery on the hip. - Infection due to any other reason like tuberculosis may also cause inflammation in the trochanter bursa leading to greater trochanteric pain syndrome. Treatment and Management of Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome The treatment of Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome includes the following: - Application of ice pack can help relieve greater trochanteric pain syndrome - Giving rest to the legs - Application of corticosteroid injections - Administration of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) - If required, application of local anesthetic - Physical Therapy Exercise Clamshell Exercise for Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome: The exercise is to be done in the below mentioned way: The patient needs to lie on one side with the head on the pillow and the hand in the lower side bent with the head resting on the palm. The two legs will remain one over the other. The feet will also touch one another. In this posture, the patient needs to lift his or her leg up as much as possible without separating the two feet. Remain in this position as long as possible and when tired bring down the leg to the normal position once again. This exercise is to be practiced for 30 minutes, at least two times a day. Can massage therapy help with hip bursitis? Stay tuned.

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