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…
Thoracolumbar Junction Syndrome, also known as Maigne’s Syndrome, is a lesser-known but significant cause of pain in the mid to lower back, buttocks, hips, and groin area. The thoracolumbar (T/L) junction is the area where the thoracic (mid-back) and lumbar…
Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is a condition that occurs when the intervertebral discs in the spine begin to wear down over time. These discs which cushion and support the spine play an essential role in movement and absorbing the impact…
Indication: Adhesive capsulitis, commonly known as frozen shoulder, can benefit from the Spencer technique. This approach helps alleviate pain, enhance the range of motion in the shoulder, and reduce functional limitations for individuals experiencing this condition. Clinical Application: Spencer noted…
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…
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…
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) is characterized by neurovascular symptoms in the upper limb due to compression of nerves and blood vessels in the thoracic outlet area. This condition is often misdiagnosed or undiagnosed. The specific structures compressed are usually the…
Dry needling is a procedure where filiform needles are tapped through the skin to the target tissue to bring about a therapeutic effect. No medicine is delivered, thus it is called “dry”, compared to injections, which are “wet”. Other names…
Axial neck pain—also called uncomplicated neck pain, whiplash, neck strain, or cervical strain—refers to pain along the posterior (back of the) neck. By definition, axial neck pain is pain that remains localized to the neck and immediate surrounding structures and…
Trigger points (TrP) are hyperirritable spots, palpable nodules in the taut bands of the skeletal muscle fascia. Direct compression or muscle contraction can elicit a jump sign, local tenderness, and local twitch response. response and referred pain which usually responds…
