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- Sports and Injuries - Best Spine Physiotherapist - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2016 from Gaurav GautamPain and Gain is a very common quote used in the field of sports, which means simply that you have to go through certain amount of pain to achieve better and gain great accolades in your respective sport. Sportsperson go through vigorous training and long hours of activity in field or the area ...
Views: 1249 - Neck Traction: For A Very Holistic Approach towards Healing! - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2016 from Harshad JethraThe neck comfort is a new innovation; it’s a neck traction device that provides clinical grade traction. By using the neck comforter, you can easily soothe the neck muscles by stretching, and heal even severe neck pain. This improves your posture, decompresses the spine and greatly improves ...
Views: 1347 - How Well Would A Neck Comforter Work To Reduce The Stress On Neck And Spine? - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2016 from Harshad JethraHeadaches, fatigue, trouble sleeping and even problems in your arms are just some of the many painful conditions that may be caused by tight muscles and pinched nerves in your neck. That’s why so many people suffer unnecessarily. Most often, treatment only matches the symptom but fails to target ...
Views: 1256 - Neck And Shoulder Pains Are All Stories Of The Past! - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2016 from Harshad JethraDo you suffer from neck and shoulder pain, pinched nerves or have headaches? Do tight neck muscles cause sleeping troubles or pain into your arms? If your answer is yes to any of these, you are not alone. Day after day, millions of people just like you suffer these same problems. And until ...
Views: 1201 - Neck Comforter- A Great Way to Soothe a Stiff Neck and Increase Mobility - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2016 from Harshad JethraEvery day, millions of people across the world suffer from a stiff neck, pain in shoulders or a pinched nerve in the neck which causes headaches and dizziness. These are commonplace problems and just about every single one of adults has suffered from neck pain at some or the other point of in ...
Views: 1247 - Know Most Effective Spine Treatments for Spinal Cord Injuries - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2016 from Gaurav GautamLamentably, there's no real way to turn around harm to the spinal cord. In any case, specialists are persistently taking a shot at new medicines for spine treatment, including prostheses and prescriptions that may advance nerve cell recovery or enhance the capacity of the nerves that stay after ...
Views: 1081 - 4 Ways Restoring Mobility Can Help a Person's Mental Health - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2016 from Anica OaksWhen an individual loses his or her mobility, that’s not the only thing that is lost. Individuals who were once able to move about as they pleased and transport themselves at will had freedom, power, and even purpose, each of which can take a toll on mental health if you don’t have them. So just ...
Views: 1406 - Decompression Back Belt - Physical Therapy for the Spine - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2016 from Harshad JethraIf you have been suffering from backache, physical therapy is sure to work very well for you. Physical therapy is useful for healing all strains of backache, irrespective of whether the pain has occurred without any particular cause, or if it is caused due to a more serious underlying factor, ...
Views: 1465 - Hemiparesis Overview After A Stroke or TBI with Associated Conditions and Initial Care You Should Expect With Tips on Rehab and Communication - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2019 from Leon EdwardHemiparesis is a medical term that refers to weakness in one side of the body. “Hemi” means half and “paresis” means weakness. It is also associated with the medical term hemiplegia, which means paralysis of one side of the body. For individuals affected with hemiparesis, there is still ...
Views: 3469(2 votes) - Delhi Pain Management Centre: The Best Place to Heal Knee Pain - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2016 from jacklin jotWith regards to treating knee torment, there is a wide range of choices that are accessible. Knee Pain Treatment is critical in helping a large number of individuals either wipe out or adapt to their knee issue. It is urgent to build up a project that objectifies the foundation of their knee. In ...
Views: 1283 - Home Traction Devices: Letting You Save Trouble - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2016 from Harshad JethraPhysical Therapy is a remarkable way to heal the body from a host of musculoskeletal afflictions, which could affect the back, the neck or any of the joints. This also works for many problems affecting our bones and muscles. The therapy is very often based on the principle of decompression ...
Views: 1182 - Health Issues after Traumatic Brain Injury or Severe Head Injuries - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2017 from Leon EdwardWhat Is a Traumatic Brain Injury? A traumatic brain injury (TBI) comes in two forms. Either a violent blow to the head causes the brain to strike the inside of the skull, or an object penetrates the brain. This kind of injury can be very serious. It may cause bleeding or swelling of the brain ...
Views: 1467(1 vote) - Simple Ways to Heal a Sore Back - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2016 from Harshad JethraPhysical Therapy may broadly be seen a science or a healing methodology, and is a combination of physiology with some exercises which make the muscles stronger, supple and better placed to support the body for its everyday functioning. Physical therapy is highly effective for all types of ...
Views: 1133(1 vote) - Decompression Belt: An Effective Home Traction Device to Heal Herniated Discs and Sciatic Leg Pain - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2016 from Harshad JethraHerniated disc is also called slipped disc or a ruptured disc. It is the leading cause of lower back pain, and related conditions like sciatica or leg pain. This is a commonplace condition, and while 80% of people suffer from lower back pain at some or the other point of time in their lives, a ...
Views: 1627 - The Neck Comforter: A Perfect Way to Overcome a Host of Conditions Associated With Cervical Nerves - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2016 from Harshad JethraOne of the most significant parts of the cervical anatomy is the cervical nerves. In the cervical spine, there are seven vertebrae and eight cervical nerves, which are designated as C1 to C8. Cervical nerves C1 to C7 emerge above the vertebrae C1 to C7 respectively, while the cervical nerve C8 ...
Views: 1119 - Our Spinal Anatomy: Causes of Backaches - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2016 from Harshad JethraOur spinal anatomy is unique, and it comprises of strong bones. Ligament and tendons in our back are flexible, and the back also has large muscles and highly sensitive nerves. The human spine has been designed in such a way that it can be very strong, and this is necessary, so that the spine ...
Views: 1154 - Backache and Its Causes - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2016 from Harshad JethraBackache is commonplace, and everyone has been afflicted by the same at some or the other point of time in his life. Research has shown that nearly 80% of adults are afflicted by bouts of backache, at least once in their lifetime. And after common colds, backache is the most prevalent and ...
Views: 1257 - Cervical Traction: The Best Way to Heal a Sore Neck - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2016 from Harshad JethraTraction is a centuries old treatment that has been administered by chiropractors for healing conditions like a sore neck or a sore back. Alternately, traction therapy may be used for decompressing any of the ailing joints. Who Can Use Traction Therapy Traction may broadly be seen as ...
Views: 1377 - ACCIDENT REHABILITATION - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2016 from Alliance Rehab & Physical TherapyFollowing an accident, Rehabilitation is the way to restore to good health and useful life. After you being injured in an accident, rehabilitation put you on the road to recover and move on with your life. Getting on with your life sooner after being injured in an accident is not that ...
Views: 962 - Severe Head Injuries Don’t Always Lead to Dementia But You Need to Be Aware of these Signs - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2017 from Leon EdwardAfter a sever head injury, A person who may be suffering from a Traumatic Brain Injury, also known as a TBI and experience mild or significant short-term memory loss. However, loss of short-term memory does not mean that the individual is automatically a candidate for developing dementia or ...
Views: 1637 - Understanding Head Injury Care and Rehabilitation Plan Detail Steps With Options and Resources that TBI affected and Families Need to Know - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2023 from Leon EdwardCare after Brain Injury After the onset of injury, the first course of treatment will be at the hospital. Imaging studies will examine the brain to look for trauma or dysfunction. A CT (computerized tomography) scan examines the brain structures. This imaging study will reveal an area of ...
Views: 2453 - Tips After a Stroke or Traumatic Brain Injury Resulting in Hemiparesis and Minimizing Impact on Daily Life - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2019 from Leon EdwardWith hemiparesis, daily life is obviously affected. Exercise at home and assistive aids will help to increase mobility and improve independence. Repeated practice of regular daily activity increases body control and coordination for daily tasks. Individuals with hemiparesis learn to perform ...
Views: 3024(1 vote) - Narcissistic Relationships - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2016 from Darlene LancerSince writing Codependency for Dummies, countless people contact me about their unhappiness and difficulties in dealing with a difficult loved one, frequently a narcissistic partner or parent who is uncooperative, selfish, cold, and often abusive. Partners of narcissists feel torn between their ...
Views: 1853(2 votes) - How do I know if I have whiplash? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2016 from Advanced Work Rehab CenterPain Can Be Endured And Defeated Only If You Understand The Cause Behind It. Denied Or Feared, It Grows. Pain Is Temporary, Quitting Lasts Forever, Don’t Quit With Pain, Know It And Say No To It … Learn What Our Therapist At The Advanced Work Rehab Center Can Do Get You Back On Your Feet ...
Views: 979(1 vote) - Preventing and Treating Sports Injuries - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2016 from accessible Physical TherapyWe Cannot Teach People Anything; We Can Only Help Them Discover It Within Themselves!!! Exercise is an important part of life in order to become or stay healthy. For many people, sports are a fun way of burning extra calories, socializing and getting fit. Unfortunately, this also means the ...
Views: 895(1 vote) - 6 Ways to Relieve Achy Joints - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2016 from Margaux DiazAchy joints can be very uncomfortable not to mention the pains which can get unbearable. Managing these pains is the best way to relieve and also to improve the health of the joints. Joint pains result from a number of factors like injury, infection, trauma or even arthritis. Your joints are ...
Views: 1696 - All You need to know about Physical Therapy - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2016 from Alliance Rehab & Physical TherapyDespite The Advancing Science Of Medicine, Patient Care Still Involves A Great Deal Of Art And Heart. Physical therapy is an integral part of healthcare services in the 21st century. This dynamic profession is dedicated to identifying the highest functional potential of the individual client ...
Views: 976 - Expediting the Return to Work Process Using Work Conditioning/Hardening - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2016 from Advanced Work Rehab CenterThe Advanced Work Rehab Center defines Work Hardening and Work Conditioning programs as goal-oriented and job-specific programs developed to improvise the biomechanical, cardiovascular and neuromuscular demands of the injured workers job. The Work Hardening and Work Conditioning programs make ...
Views: 1094 - Rehabilitation of Peripheral Nerve Injuries - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2016 from accessible Physical TherapyIt May Be Necessary To Encounter The Defeats, So You Can Know Who You Are, What You Can Rise From, How You Can Still Come Out Of It !!! Proper management of peripheral nerve injuries requires an understanding of the distribution and function of nerves, the mechanisms of nerve injury, and an ...
Views: 964(1 vote) - Tips for Relieving Your Back Pain - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2016 from Alliance Rehab & Physical TherapyTake heart; you're not alone. Almost every American suffers from back pain at some point in his or her life. Maybe you lifted something heavy or swung a golf club a little too enthusiastically. Or maybe you've been hunched over a desk or computer for two weeks, battling a deadline. Whatever ...
Views: 865 - Work Related Injuries and Rehabilitation - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2015 from Advanced Work Rehab CenterINJURED ON THE JOB? WE’LL GET YOU BACK TO WORK SOON. When you are experiencing pain or a decline in performance unique to a work-related injury, it makes sense to seek a highly trained professional – someone who can help you return to work using cutting-edge techniques that are supported by ...
Views: 1078 - Ayurvedic treatment for Pellegrini stieda syndrome with Diet and Exercise - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanKnee pain is a common problem that can occur due to many reasons. One such reason for the knee pain is knee injury. In general, knee injury is of many different types. Out of the many different types of knee injuries, injury on the medial side of the knee is the rare form of knee injury. In this ...
Views: 2005(1 vote) - Golf Workout Tips With Specific Strengthening and Flexibility Exercise for Golf Fitness - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2023 from Leon EdwardMake no mistake about it, golf is a sport and it demands a certain amount of athleticism. With that said, there are certain aspects of playing golf that can be improved through directed exercising. Most of these exercises are designed to improve overall performance while others are designed to ...
Views: 913 - FAQs On Head Surgery - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2015 from PRIYANSHU SAXENAQ- What is Head Injury? Ans- Head injury is a general term used to describe any trauma to the head, and most specifically to the brain itself. Q- How many types of head injury? Ans- Skull fracture: A break in the bone surrounding the brain and other structures within the ...
Views: 901 - FAQs Gastroenterology & Hepatology (Fibroscan) - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2015 from PRIYANSHU SAXENAQ- What is liver fibrosis? Ans- The liver is a vital organ that purifies the blood and synthesises, stores and transforms substances essential to the body; those functions are degraded by fibrosis. Excessive alcohol intake, infection by hepatitis B and C viruses, diabetes, certain drugs, ...
Views: 1146 - FAQs On Prostate Gland - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2015 from PRIYANSHU SAXENAQ- What is benign prostatic hyperplasia ? Ans- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a condition that affects the prostate gland in men. The prostate is a gland found between the bladder (where urine is stored) and the urethra (the tube urine passes through). As men age, the prostate gland ...
Views: 896 - Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: Symptoms and Treatments - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2015 from Advanced OrthopedicsJuvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) is the most common type of arthritis in children where the body tissues are attacked by immune system which in turn results into the inflammation of joints. Some Facts about JIA (Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis) Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis occur in ...
Views: 881 - Physical Therapy for Calf-Strain - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2015 from accessible Physical TherapyAn injury to the muscle or tendon of muscle at the back of lower leg is referred to as Calf Strain. Nine separate muscles together makeup the calf muscle and any of these muscles can be injured individually or together. High-speed motions like running or jumping or any uncoordinated movement can ...
Views: 1180 - Some useful exercises to manage Knee Osteoarthritis - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2015 from Robin joKnee Osteoarthritis (OA) is a kind of joint disease that results from the breakdown of joint cartilage and underlying bones. People suffering from this ailment think that exercise will make their knees hurt more. But practically exercise helps ease the symptoms of knee OA. Exercises are no ...
Views: 791 - Biceps Tendinitis - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2015 from Active Physical TherapyBiceps Tendinitis is a common shoulder pathology which usually develops in younger athletic population due to repetitive overhead injuries. The patients suffering from this condition usually have to suffer pain, lesser range of motion & strength and impaired functional mobility. This pathology ...
Views: 1039 - Physical Therapy Treatment for Lower Extremity Stress Fracture - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2015 from Advanced Work Rehab CenterStress fractures most commonly affect bones that undergo mechanical fatigue. These injuries are common among athletes and military recruits. Lower extremity stress fractures are more common than the upper extremities. Female athletes are more likely to develop stress fractures than the males. ...
Views: 871 - Physical Therapy: Post Below- Knee Amputation - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2015 from Alliance Rehab & Physical TherapyBelow-knee amputation or lower–knee amputation is a surgical process conducted to remove a limb damaged due to any injury, trauma or disease. The process of amputation can be performed at any age, but is more prevalent among the age group of 65 years and older. What do we mean by Beow-Knee ...
Views: 1249 - Physical Therapy Treatments for Running & Jogging Injuries - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2015 from Alliance Rehab & Physical TherapyRunning seems simpler and easier to everybody as all of us start running as toddlers and many of us continue with this activity throughout either for play, sports or exercise. But if the correct form is not maintained, this simple act can lead to serious injuries. What causes running ...
Views: 819 - Scaphoid Fracture - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2015 from Advanced Work Rehab CenterScaphoid bone is most commonly fractured wrist bone and it usually gets affected when you fall on the palm of the hand. Gripping or squeezing the objects often worsens the pain associated with scaphoid fracture. In case of scaphoid fracture, patients’ wrists are immobilized in a cast. ...
Views: 861 - Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2015 from accessible Physical TherapyIliotibial Band Friction Syndrome is one of the most common and least understood injuries among the runners. Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome causes pain on the outside of knee. This condition is also referred to as ITB Syndrome or STBFS and occurs due to the abnormal rubbing or fiction at the ...
Views: 900 - Raynaud’s Syndrome: How does it affect workers and how can Physical Therapy help the affected workers? - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2015 from Advanced Work Rehab CenterRaynaud’s Syndrome is a great source of discomfort for the sufferer. Patients may have blotchy, discolored extremities, or may experience tingling and pain in the affected areas and numbness and spasming as well. Which category of workers is most affected by Raynaud’s Syndrome? Raynaud’s ...
Views: 856 - Obesity Related Knee Arthritis: How can Physical Therapy help? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2015 from accessible Physical TherapyAnyone can be affected with knee arthritis. The condition usually develops after the age of 40 but in case of obese people, it can develop earlier. Studies show that two out of every there obese adults are at the higher risk of developing this disabling and painful knee pathology. So it is clear ...
Views: 763 - Physical Therapy Treatment for Spinal Stenosis - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2015 from Alliance Rehab & Physical TherapyAccording to a study made, as many as 75% of us suffer from back pain or neck pain at some point of our lifetime. Spinal Stenosis is also one of such causes of back pain that affects the bones of your back by narrowing the openings within the bones. What do we mean by Spinal ...
Views: 913 - Physical Therapy Treatment for the Patients’ with Hand Arthritis - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2015 from Active Physical TherapyYour hands help you in cooking, cleaning, brushing, typing and in every type of daily routine activities that you perform. But you do not notice the importance of hands unless some impairment or deformity makes it difficult for you to use your hands. Hand Arthritis is one such pathology that ...
Views: 1061 - Juvenile Disc Disorder - by Submitted on May 30, 2015 from Active Physical TherapyMost of the times, chronic back pain or long term back problems are associated with elderly or middle-aged people. But Juvenile Disc Disorder can also affect the people as young as 20 years of age. It means that if you are an adolescent, even then you cannot save yourself from this deformity. ...
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