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Alternative treatment measures | Stroke: Can Physiotherapy Help?

Alternative treatment measures A stroke means serious changes for the affected person and his social environment. A multidisciplinary treatment is necessary. Therefore, most patients receive occupational therapy in parallel to physiotherapy. In this therapy, ADL (activities of daily life, such as washing, dressing) are trained, among other things, in order to enable the affected person … Alternative treatment measures | Stroke: Can Physiotherapy Help?

Myelopathy

Definition A myelopathy is damage to the nerve cells of the spinal cord. The medical term is formed from the two ancient Greek words myelon – marrow and pathos – suffering. Depending on the cause of the damage to the spinal cord, a distinction is made between different forms. The location of the spinal cord … Myelopathy

Diagnosis | Myelopathy

Diagnosis Anamnesis already provides indications of a myelopathy. It is important to ask about specific symptoms such as paralysis, sensitivity disorders or pain in the spinal column. The clinical examination provides further certainty, as reflexes can be conspicuous, for example, and the gait pattern can be altered. To confirm the diagnosis, magnetic resonance imaging is … Diagnosis | Myelopathy

History | Myelopathy

History The course of a myelopathy can be very different depending on the cause. A basic distinction is made between an acute and a progressive form. Acute means occurring quickly or suddenly, which is manifested by sudden development of the symptoms.The cause can be, for example, bleeding into the spinal canal after a trauma. Furthermore, … History | Myelopathy

Nerve damage

Synonyms nerve damage, nerve lesion, nerve injury Classification of nerve damage Nerve damage is classified according to the location of the injury, so one distinguishes an additional nerve damage can be distinguished according to the type of damage: Central nerve damage in the area of the central nervous system and Peripheral nerve damage located outside … Nerve damage

Healing time of a nerve damage | Nerve damage

Healing time of a nerve damage The healing time of a nerve damage depends primarily on the extent of the damage. Minor damage, which only resulted in damage to the nerve sheath, usually heals within a few days. If the nerve is not completely severed, it can also take only a few weeks before the … Healing time of a nerve damage | Nerve damage

When is the nerve dead? | Nerve damage

When is the nerve dead? There are two scenarios that can lead to a nerve not being able to regenerate after damage, so it is “dead”. The “dying” of the nerve usually manifests itself in the abrupt subsidence of the previously existing nerve pain or acute paralysis. A possible cause for the death of a … When is the nerve dead? | Nerve damage

Foot dorsiflexion weakness – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

What is a foot lifter paresis? Paresis is a motor weakness or a slight paralysis. A weakness of dorsiflexion of the foot is usually caused by damage to the nerves. Often the nervus peroneus is affected. Due to the damage, the electrical impulses can no longer be transmitted and the muscle cannot contract, the contraction … Foot dorsiflexion weakness – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

The herniated disc as the cause | Foot dorsiflexion weakness – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

The herniated disc as the cause In the event of a herniated disc of segment L5, the core of the disc slips from its original position and presses on the nerve roots or nerve fibers in the area of the spinal canal. If the nerves of segment L5 are damaged, various symptoms occur. On the … The herniated disc as the cause | Foot dorsiflexion weakness – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

The diagnosis | Foot dorsiflexion weakness – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

The diagnosis The diagnosis of foot lifter paresis can usually be made relatively easily. The anamnesis and the clinical picture are often very impressive. The patient describes problems when walking and especially when climbing stairs. During the physical examination this changed gait pattern is also noticeable. In addition, the reflex of the peroneal nerve can … The diagnosis | Foot dorsiflexion weakness – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

The treatment | Foot dorsiflexion weakness – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

The treatment How to treat foot lifter paresis depends in most cases on the underlying cause. This must be treated to prevent further nerve damage. However, a consistent exercise program as part of physiotherapy is recommended for all patients. In addition, there are aids such as a splint that support the patient in coping with … The treatment | Foot dorsiflexion weakness – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

What does the healing process look like? | Foot dorsiflexion weakness – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

What does the healing process look like? Whether weakness of dorsiflexion of the foot is curable depends on its extent and cause. If the peroneal nerve was completely severed by surgery, healing is unlikely. Even in the case of complete paralysis due to a stroke, the paresis of the dorsiflexion of the foot will remain.If … What does the healing process look like? | Foot dorsiflexion weakness – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment