The actively non-moving joint connects the spine with the pelvis and is secured by a strong ligamentous apparatus. It plays a decisive role in our posture, as it distributes the weight of the upper body to the hip joints and legs when standing. When sitting, it transfers the weight to the ischial tuberosities and the … Physiotherapy at ISG Complaints during pregnancy
Exercises In physiotherapy, pregnant women learn specific exercises to loosen the tense back muscles and loosen the ISG blockade. The following exercises should be performed in consultation with the therapist. If the symptoms increase, the exercises must be discontinued. Loosening of the ISG joint: The pregnant woman lies down on her back and puts her … Exercises | Physiotherapy at ISG Complaints during pregnancy
ISG Blockade One speaks of an ISG blockage when the joint play is restricted or even eliminated. 60-80% of the population suffers from this blockade once in their life – mostly women in pregnancy. This is because from about the 6th week of pregnancy the body releases the hormone relaxin. It causes the ligaments of … ISG Blockade | Physiotherapy at ISG Complaints during pregnancy
Back pain Back pain occurs frequently during pregnancy – even more frequently in combination with ISG blockade. Thus nearly all pregnant women with ISG complaints suffer also from back pain. Because when the stabilizing ligaments of the sacroiliac joint loosen, the back muscles try to compensate for the instability. But since they are not actually … Back pain | Physiotherapy at ISG Complaints during pregnancy
Alternative treatment measures In addition to the treatment measures described above, pregnancy gymnastics, pregnancy yoga and acupuncture have also proven to be pain-relieving for ISG complaints. Movements in warm water can also relieve tension and improve mobility. Many pregnant women find it helpful to wear an abdominal belt in order to better distribute the increasing … Alternative treatment measures | Physiotherapy at ISG Complaints during pregnancy
Biomechanics is particularly important to release the blockage. A forward rotation of the pelvic blades is combined with a flare of the pelvic blades (outflare) and an IR (internal rotation) of the hip joints. A backward rotation of the pelvic scoop is combined with an inward migration of the pelvic scoop and an outward rotation … Physiotherapy for an ISG blockage
Exercises In addition to the strengthening exercises mentioned above, the patient should also perform mobilization and stretching exercises. Supine position: alternately push the legs out so that movement is felt in the pelvis. Stand at the stairs: Push the affected leg to the underlying step so that the movement in the pelvis can be felt … Exercises | Physiotherapy for an ISG blockage
Causes The causes of ISG blockade can be different. Most often the ISG blocks by a step into the void when overlooking a stair step or jogging over uneven ground. Likewise, athletes can block the ISG by a strong compression load when jumping off during high jump or long jump due to a lack of … Causes | Physiotherapy for an ISG blockage
Pregnancy During pregnancy, treatment/therapy may only be carried out in consultation with the doctor. During the first 3 months of pregnancy treatment is contraindicated because of the risk of miscarriage. Until the end of the pregnancy, gentle treatment may be used in consultation with the doctor. However, the therapist only works with mobilization and careful … Pregnancy | Physiotherapy for an ISG blockage
A pinched nerve is usually noticeable through stabbing or burning pain. In addition, symptoms such as numbness and tingling may also occur. The complaints occur particularly frequently in the area of the neck, the back or the neck. But other parts of the body such as the shoulders, arms or hips can also be affected. … Pinched Nerve: What to Do?
Varicella-zoster virus (VZV) is one of the DNA virus forms. Chickenpox and shingles can be caused by it. VZV is a herpes virus. What is varicella-zoster virus? Humans are the only natural hosts of these herpes viruses. They have a worldwide distribution. The varicella-zoster virus is enveloped in a membrane. This membrane contains a double-stranded … Varicella Zoster Virus: Infection, Transmission & Diseases
A jerky movement and suddenly, quite unexpectedly and strongly, burning and stabbing pain appears. These are intensified by movement and may radiate, such as the sciatic nerve, which sometimes radiates to the hip or legs. The symptoms are so clear that the doctor quickly comes to the following conclusion: a pinched nerve is causing the … Physiotherapy for a pinched nerve
