The joint cartilage is nourished and supplied by movement. Physiological movement of the facet joints can prevent osteoarthritis or, if it has already begun, prevent its progression. The lumbar spine can be moved mainly in flexion (flexion) and extension (extension). But rotation and lateral inclination (lateral flexion) of the spine are also part of the … Exercises for existing facet arthrosis
Conservative therapy/physiotherapy Physiotherapeutic therapy aims to maintain the mobility of the spine to a large extent and to minimize symptoms of osteoarthritis such as pain and tension. For the latter, massage techniques, trigger point treatment and fascia therapy are available. A stretching and exercise program should also be worked out with the patient, which he … Conservative therapy/physiotherapy | Exercises for existing facet arthrosis
Nutrition Nutrition plays a role in any kind of arthrosis. There are certain foods that are said to have an inflammatory effect. For example, red meat should be avoided if possible; too much sugar can also be harmful to the joints. The acid-base balance should also have an influence.The change in diet should be checked … Nutrition | Exercises for existing facet arthrosis
One speaks of a facet syndrome when the small joints between the vertebral processes are responsible for back pain and restricted movement. Acutely, such a syndrome can occur due to a blockage within a facet joint, which irritates surrounding tissue and can thus lead to pain. The chronic complaints in the facet joints can be … Exercises for a facet syndrome in BWS
Symptoms of facet syndrome in BWS The facet syndrome is a common cause of back pain. It can occur briefly due to acute blockages, but more frequently in degenerative changes of the spine due to wear and tear of the intervertebral joints. In the area of the thoracic spine, facet syndrome can cause pain in … Symptoms of facet syndrome in BWS | Exercises for a facet syndrome in BWS
One speaks of a herniated disc when tissue of the intervertebral disc (disc) has emerged from it. One speaks of a prolapse as long as the tissue is still in contact with the intervertebral disc, and of a sequester if the contact to the disc has been lost. A protrusion is the preliminary stage of … Exercises for a slipped disc in BWS
Therapy In the therapy after a herniated disc in BWS, a distinction is made between an acute and a rehabilitative phase. In the acute phase, the first thing to do is to relieve the pain and promote healing. For this purpose, gentle soft tissue techniques, heat applications (e.g. fango or red light), light mobilization and … Therapy | Exercises for a slipped disc in BWS
Vertebral blockage A vertebral blockage in BWS occurs much more frequently than a herniated disc, but can cause very similar symptoms. For example, a jerky movement or a violent muscle pull (e.g. after coughing) can cause a small change in the joint mechanics of a vertebral joint. This can also lead to nerve irritation and … Vertebral blockage | Exercises for a slipped disc in BWS
Ankle instability is an instability or feeling of instability originating from the capsular ligament apparatus of the ankle. Normally, the ankle joint is secured by numerous ligaments and enclosed by a joint capsule. However, if these no longer stabilize the joint sufficiently, symptoms usually occur. These manifest themselves directly through a feeling of instability, but … Ankle joint instability
Exercises The exercises against instability in the ankle joint should be performed regularly. The emphasis is on proper and conscientious execution. It is not primarily a matter of building up strength, but rather a training of coordination. If an acute ligament injury has occurred, the exercises should only be started after approval by the doctor … Exercises | Ankle joint instability
Physiotherapy In physiotherapy, exercises are performed together with the patients to improve the stability of the ankle joint. The therapy is always structured in such a way that the exercises begin simply and become increasingly difficult and can sometimes be supplemented by additional treatments. For example, the therapist can apply slight resistance to the patient’s … Physiotherapy | Ankle joint instability
Kinesiotaping Kinesiotape is often used for instabilities. This supports the function of the tendons and can lead to an improved feeling of stability. However, the use of Kinesiotape is a symptomatic and not a causal treatment! This means that the cause of the instability is not treated.Since Kinesiotaping is not a permanent solution, it should … Kinesiotaping | Ankle joint instability
