A Patient’s Guide to Rehabilitation Following Hip Fracture Surgery
Introduction A hip fracture can present complications due to being immobilized. The goal of rehabilitation after hip fracture surgery is to help you begin moving as quickly as possible to avoid the...
View ArticleAnkylosing Spondylitis
Basics Description AS is a seronegative spondyloarthritis. It is an inflammatory oligoarthritis of the spine and peripheral joints. Primarily affects the spine, especially the SI joint, as well as the...
View ArticleCompartment Syndrome
Basics Description Increase in tissue pressure within a limited space, compromising circulation and function of the contents of the space. Acute compartment syndrome is a limb-threatening emergency....
View ArticleSacroiliac Dysfunction (Inflammation of the Sacroiliac Joint)
Inflammation of the sacroiliac joints (the joint joining the pelvis and the spine) is not uncommon as an isolated condition among athletes who pursue winter sports. It can also be part of generalized...
View ArticleLateral Hip Discomfort Trochanteritis (Inflammation and Calcification of the...
Some of the large muscle groups of the buttocks have their attachments to the greater trochanter of the femur in the upper, outer (lateral) part of the thigh. An irritant inflammatory condition can be...
View ArticlePressure sores
People with paralyzed legs often are dependent on crutches or a wheelchair and often have impaired sensitivity over the buttocks. Sitting for a long time causes pressure that can result in the...
View ArticlePalpation of soft tissue
Gluteus maximus The muscle belly of the gluteus maxim us and fat deposits are responsible for the typical shape of the buttocks. The muscle is palpable over its entire width. Extension of the thigh...
View ArticleSPECIFIC TESTS-Bilateral passive medial rotation in prone position
Significance This test is very useful in detecting minor limitations.Since both hips are examined together, even the slightest limitation of medial rotation or a divergence in the end-feel can be...
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Lordosis Treatment in Singapore
Lordosis Lordosis is an increased curving of the spine. Considerations The spine has three types of curves: Kyphotic curves refer to the outward curve of the thoracic spine (at the level of the ribs)....
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