What is Ankylosing Spondylitis? Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) is a chronic, progressive inflammatory condition that primarily affects the spine and sacroiliac joints, leading to pain and stiffness. It belongs to a group of diseases known as spondyloarthropathies and is considered an autoimmune or…
Low back pain (LBP) is a common health concern among office workers due to prolonged sitting, poor posture, and inadequate ergonomic practices. It affects productivity, quality of life, and overall well-being. Understanding the causes, risk factors, and management strategies can…
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) involves a sideways curvature of the spine accompanied by vertebral rotation. Choosing between surgical and non-surgical treatment approaches depends on factors such as the curve’s severity, likelihood of progression, symptoms, and overall impact on the adolescent’s…
How Heat Therapy Works: Enhances Circulation: Heat expands blood vessels (vasodilation), increasing the flow of oxygen and e affected muscles. This helps relax the muscle fibers and alleviate stiffness. Improves Tissue Flexibility: The warmth reduces muscle stiffness by making connective…
The role of physical therapy in improving the quality of life for patients with chronic respiratory diseases is both multifaceted and indispensable. Chronic respiratory diseases, such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), asthma, interstitial lung disease, and cystic fibrosis, lead to…
Brain Boosting Through Exercise As physiotherapists, we focus on improving our patients’ physical health and mobility. However, it’s also crucial to consider how exercise and physical activity can influence cognitive health. Recent research has highlighted the significant impact that physical…
As we get older, the risk of falling increases and these falls can lead to serious injuries that affect our overall quality of life. This makes it crucial for seniors to adopt fall prevention strategies and engage in physiotherapy programs…
Low back pain (LBP) is a broad term encompassing various conditions, with approximately 80% of adults experiencing it at some point in their lives. This type of pain is defined as discomfort located between the bottom of the ribs and the…
The increasing use of smartphones and computers has led to poor posture habits among frequent users. Forward Head Posture (FHP) is a common issue associated with poor neck alignment, often occurring alongside Upper Crossed Syndrome. This condition is characterized by an…
Low back pain is a prevalent and incapacitating health issue in the United States, affecting millions of individuals and impeding their ability to work and engage in daily activities. According to the American Chiropractic Association, back pain ranks as the…
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