Introduction An inguinal hernia is a prolapse of a hernia sac through the inguinal canal or directly through the abdominal wall in the inguinal region. Depending on the location of the hernial orifice, a distinction is made between direct and indirect inguinal hernias. Usually, the hernia sac contains only peritoneum, but parts of the intestine, … Exercises for inguinal hernia
Therapy Surgery is recommended in almost all cases of inguinal hernia, as it is possible that e.g. intestinal contents protrude into the hernia sac and threaten to die off, which is a life-threatening complication. Only if the inguinal hernia is very small and does not cause any symptoms, it may be observed at first. During … Therapy | Exercises for inguinal hernia
Summary An inguinal hernia is a bulging of the peritoneum through a hernia sac in the groin region. Men are more frequently affected by this disease than women. Since parts of the intestine can protrude into the hernia sac, which is a life-threatening complication, surgery is almost always recommended. In this case, the hernial sac … Summary | Exercises for inguinal hernia
In the scope of conservative therapy for elbow arthrosis, exercises play a major role in addition to pain therapy. Since the mobility of the joint is strongly limited and painful due to the elbow arthrosis and the elbow should generally not be overloaded, the musculature diminishes more and more and the elbow loses stability. This … Exercises for elbow arthrosis
Therapy concept – What to do in case of elbow arthrosis? In case of an existing elbow arthrosis a therapy should always be symptomatic, since the disease itself is not curable. For this purpose, various treatment measures are available: Gentle: The elbow joint should not be exposed to too much stress. To avoid stiffening and … Therapy concept – What to do in case of elbow arthrosis? | Exercises for elbow arthrosis
Further treatment options The bandage is a useful therapy supplement for existing elbow arthrosis. There are basically two different types of bandages: Bandages are always made of firm, stretchable material and are applied around the affected area. In contrast to orthoses, bandages allow the joint more freedom of movement so that there is no major … Further treatment options | Exercises for elbow arthrosis
Summary In case of an existing elbow arthrosis, specific exercises can and should be carried out despite the prohibition of strain, which strengthen the muscles, give the elbow more stability and promote the mobility of the joint. At the same time, the exercises can help to relieve the pain and have a positive influence on … Summary | Exercises for elbow arthrosis
Torn or stretched ligaments always occur when an excessive force is exerted on the tissue by external force (for example, a wrong movement in sports, too hard contact with an opponent or an accident). The joints such as foot, knee, hip or shoulder are primarily affected. In the course of treatment, exercises play a major … Exercises in case of a rupture/extension of the ligament
Exercises/therapy for a ligament injury in the shoulder Exercises to increase mobility and strength are also indispensable for the success of therapy for ligament injuries to the shoulder. 1. stretching: Stand sideways next to a wall and place the injured arm close to the wall at shoulder level against the wall so that it points … Exercises/therapy for a ligament injury in the shoulder | Exercises in case of a rupture/extension of the ligament
Duration of the healing phase The duration of a ligament injury always depends on whether the ligament is overstretched, torn or completely torn off and whether other structures are also affected. It also plays an important role in how far the patient adheres to the instructions of the doctor and physiotherapist and whether the treatment … Duration of the healing phase | Exercises in case of a rupture/extension of the ligament
The exercises, which are performed in the course of rehabilitation measures after a torn ligament at the elbow, serve to restore the strength and mobility of the joint as quickly as possible. This should guarantee that the patients can resume everyday activities as soon as possible and, if desired, return to a sport. Exercises Stretching … Exercises for torn ligaments at the elbow
Further measures in physiotherapy If a patient comes to the physiotherapeutic practice with the diagnosis of a torn ligament in the elbow, the first step is to determine in an individual consultation whether there are any other injuries or previous illnesses and whether a surgical procedure or purely conservative treatment has been chosen. Afterwards, the … Further measures in physiotherapy | Exercises for torn ligaments at the elbow
