Targeted exercises as part of physiotherapy after an elbow dislocation are of crucial importance for successful rehabilitation. The elbow joint loses a lot of muscle strength due to immobilization after repositioning and stiffens due to lack of movement. The goal of physiotherapy is to relax the muscles and mobilize the elbow through manual therapy and … ExercisesPhysiotherapy for an elbow luxation
Exercises Depending on the stage of rehabilitation, different exercises for reconstruction of the elbow joint are possible. Some of the exercises are described below as examples. 1) Strengthening and mobility Stand upright and carry a light weight (e.g. a small water bottle) in your hand. In the starting position the upper arm is close to … Exercises | ExercisesPhysiotherapy for an elbow luxation
Classification In case of an existing elbow dislocation, doctors will classify the injury. This depends on the direction in which the dislocation is present. This results in the following classifications: posterior (back) posterolateral (ulna and radius next to the humerus) posteromedial (ulna and radius centered on the humerus) anterior (front) divergent (ulna and radius both … Classification | ExercisesPhysiotherapy for an elbow luxation
Orthosis The use of an orthosis is becoming increasingly important in the treatment of elbow dislocation. The assumption that successful therapy should be accompanied by early mobilization means that the use of a plaster cast for immobilization is becoming more and more obsolete. An orthosis in general is a medical aid which is intended to … Orthosis | ExercisesPhysiotherapy for an elbow luxation
The Sporttape Sporttape is an umbrella term for various types of tapes. Roughly divided, there is inelastic sports tape, which is mostly used in sports competitions, and the elastic kinesiotape, which is used in many different applications. The inelastic sports tape has the advantage that it can effectively stabilize the ankle joint. Especially in competition … The Sporttape | Taping ankle joint
Ankle taping at soccer Which tape bandage is most sensible in soccer depends on the individual player and his or her complaints. In both cases, care must be taken to ensure that the joint is not swollen, the tape is not uncomfortable or incised, the pain worsens or the skin under the tape dressing begins … Ankle taping at soccer | Taping ankle joint
One speaks of ankle joint arthrosis when the ankle joint is worn. A distinction is made between an upper and a lower ankle joint. More often the upper ankle joint between the tibia, fibula and ankle bone is affected. In contrast to arthrosis in the knee or hip, which often occurs as a result of … Physiotherapy for ankle joint arthrosis
Exercises Physiotherapeutic exercises for ankle joint arthrosis should only be carried out in inflammation-free stages. They primarily serve to improve the mobility of the joint. Large, extensive movements continue to improve the blood circulation in the joint, and metabolic waste products can be better removed. Cartilage is nourished by the alternation of pressure and tension. … Exercises | Physiotherapy for ankle joint arthrosis
Insoles For everyday support, there are a variety of orthopedic insoles that support or correct the foot position and thus improve the joint mechanics. Furthermore, there are insoles that serve to absorb shocks and thus protect the ankle joint, e.g. during prolonged stress. It should always be kept in mind that an insole is a … Insoles | Physiotherapy for ankle joint arthrosis
The ankle joint is put under enormous strain in many sports, and ligament injuries or torn tendons can cause instability and pain. But also simple twisting can cause pain in the ankle joint, which can negatively influence the mobility and resilience of the joint in everyday life and training. Tapes are used especially for muscle … Taping ankle joint
Although shoulder instability can occur in various forms and degrees of severity and the cause varies from patient to patient, the primary goal of physiotherapeutic treatment is to make the patient pain-free and improve shoulder stability. Today, physiotherapy is an essential part of conservative therapy when a decision is made against surgery (of course, physiotherapy … Physiotherapy exercises for shoulder joint instability
Summary An existing shoulder joint instability should never go untreated, as it can lead to serious consequential damage. Treatment during physiotherapy consists largely of strengthening and stabilizing exercises, which are performed either on the machine or without any aids, with the aim of compensating for shoulder joint instability. Existing damage to the joint, cartilage, tendons … Summary | Physiotherapy exercises for shoulder joint instability
