Physiotherapy Blog

 Is Parkinson's disease a normal condition? What is Parkinson's disease patient look like! Most people have seen the patient once in a life. It is a neurological disorder affecting the dopamine-producing nerve cell. dopamine controls the movement and coordination so the patient feels difficulty in movement. dopamine is produced in a specific area of the brain called substantia nigra and starts degenerating and it is Parkinson's disease symptom. the symptoms become visible with the 60 to 80 percent reduction of dopamine level.  What is Parkinson's disease symptom: Resting tremors or tremors in arms, legs, and hands. Bradykinesia means the slow movement Rigid and stiff muscles and can restrict the range of motion. Impaired postural reflexes Change in speech e.g slurred speech or person hesitates while talking. Small writing or difficulty in writing is Parkinson's disease symptom. Difficulty in walking, balance, and coordination.  Patient unable to perform automatic mo...

In spondylolisthesis, the vertebrae slip out of place and rest on the bone below it. And these slipped vertebrae puts stress on the nerve which results in pain in the lower back and legs. This painful condition can be treated with therapeutic as well as surgical methods. Proper exercise techniques prevent developing spondylolisthesis.  What are the symptoms of spondylolisthesis: Chronic back pain Muscles become tightened and stiffed Pain radiated in the legs Pain worsens with activity The patient feels difficulty in walking and standing. What are the types of spondylolisthesis? Congenital Spondylolisthesis:  This type of disorder is characterized by the presence of a condition at birth.  Degenerative Spondylolisthesis: In this type, the vertebrae become thin, so it is easy to slip out of the place.  Traumatic Spondylolisthesis: Sometimes vertebrae slip out due to trauma and injury and are known as traumatic spondylolisthesis.  Pathological Spondylolisthesis: It ...

  There are 31 pairs of spinal nerves and they give sensation to the body. These nerves come from the brain and leaving the spinal canal through a small opening in the bony vertebrae that comprise the spinal column. In some condition, this opening becomes narrow and compress the nerves. This is called spinal nerve compression. Sometimes it is also called pinched spinal nerve. The individual with this condition feels pain, tingling, and numbness.  What are the symptoms of spinal nerve compression? Pain and soreness occur in the compressed area.  Pain moving into the extremities.  Stiffening of the neck or back.  Tingling and numbness. Weakening of muscles.  Changes occur in gait. Burning sensation. Weakness occurs in the arms, hands, and legs.  Frequently felt as if a foot or hand fell asleep.  What are the causes of spinal nerve compression? Structural malformation or deformity of spine inclusive of bone spurs. A herniated disk, spinal arthritis, ...

Frozen shoulder is also called Adhesive Capsulitis. This condition worsens over time and is relieved within one to three years. Shoulder movements restrict and loss in the range of motion to occur in this condition. People 40 to 60 years of age are prone to it.  Frozen Shoulder Causes: We all know that our shoulder joint is surrounded by a capsule. This capsule becomes thick, inflamed, and stiff if not used much. Lack of use tight the capsule and create difficulty in movement. The capsule contains a ligament and this ligament holds the shoulder joint in place.  Frozen Shoulder Symptoms: Pain and stiffness in the shoulder joint. Pain worsens and makes it difficult to sleep.   There are three stages of frozen shoulder .i.e. freezing, frozen, and thawing.  Freezing Stage: The freezing stage lasts from six weeks to nine months. The patient slowly develops more pain in this stage. The shoulder's range of motion decreases with the worsening of pain.  Frozen Stage...

  One of the most common syndromes of the elbow joint is the tennis elbow also called lateral epicondylitis. Extensor muscles of the forearm are affected in this injury. Tendons overloaded due to repetitive movement of wrist and arm. Pain occurs at a point where tendons make a link with a bony prominence on the elbow. Not only athletes but people who do repetitive movements in their job also develop the symptoms of tennis elbow such as plumbers, painters, carpenters, and butchers.  What are the symptoms of Tennis Elbow? Pain and tenderness occur in the bony protuberance outside the elbow. The pain can radiate the upper and lower arm. An individual feels pain when he lifts the arm, writes something, and grips the small objects. The individual with this condition also feels burning or ache outside of the forearm. The patient's grip becomes weak with the worsening of the condition. What are the causes of Tennis Elbow? Overusing the elbow muscle Repeated movements put stress on th...