Rupture of the patellar tendon is usually preceded by a reduction in the mechanical strength of the tendon tissue as a result of diabetes mellitus, microtrauma, and similar weakening. Tissue is also frequently removed from the patellar tendon for reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament. A patellar tendon rupture is noticeable by a noticeably upward … Patellar Tendon Rupture: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Patellar tendinitis, which is a combination of several conditions, is also colloquially referred to as jumpers knee or jumper’s knee. What is patellar tendinopathy? In this condition, the knee is affected by an inflammatory process that is chronic, meaning it persists and constantly recurs once the original triggers are present again. In addition, patellar tendinopathy … Patellar Tendinitis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Study shows: do not take back complaints lightly “Back complaints are not to be trifled with!” An advice that probably many Germans have already received once. And yet it does not wear off, simply because it is true. Back pain should not be ignored under any circumstances, lying idly in bed rarely helps. It is … Study of Back Pain
Colles fracture is a radius fracture, also known as a spoke fracture. Many people reflexively try to break a fall by extending their hand. In the worst case, the radius breaks at the wrist. A distal radius fracture occurs, which is also the most common type of fracture of human bones. What is a Colles … Colles Fracture: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Mandibular retrognathia is a backward displacement of the mandible in relation to the base of the skull. The term mandibular retrognathia refers only to the description of the position of the mandible, but not its size. Also, mandibular retrognathia does not characterize the position of the maxilla and mandible in relation to each other. What … Mandibular Retrognathia: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
The term nerve compression syndrome is used to describe disease symptoms that result in functional limitations or total loss of function due to chronic pressure damage to peripheral nerves at specific insertion sites and bottlenecks. There are more than ten different known bottlenecks on the human body that can lead to a corresponding nerve compression … Nerve Compression Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
In upper radial palsy, paresis occurs due to damage or irritation of the radial nerve. This usually develops near the axilla. Upper radial nerve palsy is associated with various symptoms for the affected person. What is upper radial palsy? Upper radial palsy results from damage to the radial nerve and manifests itself in a number … Upper Radial Palsy: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Sit on the floor or a chair. Tilt your head to the right side so that the right ear approaches the right shoulder. Actively press down the left shoulder. You can increase the stretch by using your right hand to pull your head slightly to the right side. Hold the stretch in the left neck … Stretching – Exercise 10
A torn lateral ligament of the knee is either the tear of the outer ligament, the inner ligament, or both ligaments. The rupture (tear) causes the knee joint to lose its stability and functionality. What is a torn lateral ligament of the knee? Schematic diagram of healthy cruciate ligaments and the different forms of cruciate … Lateral Knee Ligament Tear: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
KiSS syndrome is the abbreviation for upper cervical joint-induced symmetry disorder. Strictly speaking, this is not a disease, but a control disorder. KiSS syndrome refers to a malposition that originates from the transitional area between the base of the skull and the vertebral joints in the upper cervical spine. KiSS syndrome leads to asymmetrical postures … The KiSS Syndrome
From the prone position, straighten your upper body with outstretched arms. Feet, thighs and hips keep contact with the floor. The head can easily be placed in the neck. Hold the stretch in the abdomen for 10 seconds and repeat the exercise after a short break. The exercise is not recommended for back problems. Continue … Stretching – Exercise 5
Standing up, you hook your hands behind your body. Now raise your arms behind your body in a stretched position. The upper body remains straight and the legs stretched. Bring your sternum up so that the shoulders are pulled down. Hold the stretch in your chest muscles for 10 seconds and repeat the exercise after … Exercise 8
