Stretch receptors measure tension in tissues to detect stretch in a muscle or organ. Their main function is overstretch protection, which is provided by the monosynaptic stretch reflex. The stretch receptors may show structural changes in the context of various muscle diseases. What are stretch receptors? Receptors are proteins of human tissues. They respond to … Stretch Receptors: Structure, Function & Diseases
The retinaculum patellae is an important component of the ligament system responsible for holding the kneecap in place. Its most important function is to prevent patellar dislocation. What is the retinaculum patellae? If one bases the translation of the Latin terms on the German, the term is thus already very aptly defined. Patella means the … Retinaculum Patellae: Structure, Function & Diseases
The medical term contracture goes back to the Latin word “contrahere” and means “to contract”. A contracture occurs when a tissue, for example muscles, ligaments and tendons, contracts. Shrunken skin from burns and scarring near joints can also affect joint mobility. These conditions may be irreversible (incurable) or reversible (curable). What is contracture? Contracture is … Contracture: Function, Tasks, Role & Diseases
The ulna (Latin ulna) is a bone of the forearm that runs parallel to the radius. Its body is diamond-shaped and consists of two end pieces, with the more rigid end piece forming much of the elbow joint and the smaller one connected to the wrist. What characterizes the ulna? Overall, the forearm consists of … Elle: Structure, Function & Diseases
Chassaignac palsy occurs primarily in young children up to four years of age. In this case, the so-called head of the radius in the elbow joint is dislocated. This is only possible in toddlers, because from the age of four the radial head reaches its final size. Basically, a distinction is made between Chassaignac’s palsy … Chassaignac Palsy: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Shock absorber function refers to the fascial ability to distribute the energy of impact in different directions, thereby attenuating it. After traumatic injury, fascia reorganizes as part of the shock absorber function. Massages return the fibers to their initial position and restore their functions. What is the shock absorber function? Shock absorber function is the … Shock Absorber Function: Function, Tasks, Role & Diseases
The biceps tendon reflex is an innate and monosynaptic intrinsic reflex that belongs to the stretch reflexes. Reflectively, the biceps muscle contracts after a blow to the biceps tendon, thereby flexing the forearm at the elbow joint. The biceps tendon reflex may be altered in peripheral and central nerve damage. What is the biceps tendon … Biceps Tendon Reflex: Function, Tasks, Role & Diseases
Torn biceps tendon proximal-distal Physiotherapy for biceps tendon ruptures depends first of all on whether the rupture is proximal (i.e. a tear near the shoulder) or distal (i.e. a tear near the elbow). Approximately 95% of bite tendon tears are proximal. Physiotherapy plays an important role in the aftercare. In the case of a proximal … Physiotherapy after a biceps tendon rupture
Further therapeutic measures for biceps tendon rupture In the case of a biceps tendon rupture, in addition to general physiotherapy and physiotherapy, the performance of medical training therapy (MTT) can also be a good supplement, since a biceps tendon rupture is usually caused by incorrect posture or incorrectly performed movements. MTT not only restores the … Further therapeutic measures for biceps tendon rupture | Physiotherapy after a biceps tendon rupture
Surgery after a biceps tendon rupture Surgery for a biceps tendon rupture is most likely to be considered if the rupture is on the distal side, i.e. the elbow, or for a proximal rupture if the patient is very young and active in sports. The operation is usually performed under general anesthesia. The surgeon will … Surgery after a biceps tendon rupture | Physiotherapy after a biceps tendon rupture
Knee arthrosis is often accompanied by severe pain. The more advanced the joint degeneration is, the greater the problems and limitations that the affected person has to endure. In addition to the pain, these include restrictions in the movement of the knee joint, loss of strength in the affected leg, inflammation in the joint and … Knee arthritis – What are the symptoms/pain?
Causes of the pain The cause of pain in knee arthrosis does not, as one might initially assume, come from the cartilage itself. This cartilage has no pain receptors. The situation is different for the periosteum and the inner surface of the joint capsule of the knee joint, both of which have numerous pain receptors. … Causes of the pain | Knee arthritis – What are the symptoms/pain?
