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Cold therapy for rheumatism? | Cryotherapy/cold therapy

Cold therapy for rheumatism? The cold therapy is mentioned by rheumatism centers and by the German rheumatism league for the relief of the complaints with chronic inflammatory rheumatic illnesses.The decongestant, anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effect of cold therapy can have a soothing effect, especially in the inflammatory phase of rheumatism with swollen, hot and aching joints. … Cold therapy for rheumatism? | Cryotherapy/cold therapy

Achilles tendon – stretching exercise on one level

“Stretch on one step” Stand on a step edge with both forefeet. Now let the heels, which are in the air, sink to the ground. The knees remain completely stretched. You can also do this exercise with only one foot. The other foot then stands completely on the step. Hold the tension in your calf … Achilles tendon – stretching exercise on one level

Physiotherapy for a Baker cyst

If we speak of a Baker cyst, we are in the area of the posterior knee joint. It is a bulge in the hollow of the knee, usually the result of a knee joint injury or disease. Cyst is the Greek word for cavity or bladder in the tissue. In the case of the Baker … Physiotherapy for a Baker cyst

Burst Baker cyst | Physiotherapy for a Baker cyst

Burst Baker cyst A Baker cyst can normally regress on its own. However, if it is ignored or actually not noticed and simply continued, a rupture (tear) may occur. A sudden shooting pain occurs. The problem is that due to the metabolic processes in the inflamed knee, there is an increased amount of waste products … Burst Baker cyst | Physiotherapy for a Baker cyst

Slipped disc – Cervical spine exercise 1

“Cervical Traction” Place both hands on the sides of the cheeks while sitting. The small finger side is under the ear and the thumb under the chin. Use your hands to slowly push your head towards the ceiling. This position is held for 10 seconds. Then take a break (10 seconds). Repeat the exercise 5 … Slipped disc – Cervical spine exercise 1

Slipped disc – lumbar spine exercise 7

“Lumbar spine – jogging on the spot” When standing with slightly bent knees and slightly bent but straight upper body, the arms are moved back and forth along the sides of the body as when jogging. Additionally, light dumbbells (0. 5 – 1 kg.) can be used to intensify the exercise. Approximately 80-120 arm movements … Slipped disc – lumbar spine exercise 7

Stretching Exercise 4

While standing, pull one leg at the ankle towards the buttocks. The thighs touch each other, the upper body is straight and the hip pushes forward. Hold the stretch in your thigh for 10 seconds and repeat the exercise after a short break. You can support yourself against a wall if you have balance problems. … Stretching Exercise 4

Lymph node swelling in the armpit – treatment/therapy | Physiotherapy for inflamed lymph nodes

Lymph node swelling in the armpit – treatment/therapy The axillary lymph nodes also swell relatively frequently. Especially in the case of injuries to the upper extremity, local lymph node swelling can occur here. In case of pain or changes in the breast and accompanying swollen axillary lymph nodes, a gynecological examination should be performed to … Lymph node swelling in the armpit – treatment/therapy | Physiotherapy for inflamed lymph nodes

Summary | Physiotherapy for inflamed lymph nodes

Summary Lymph nodes can be swollen for various reasons. In the case of acute inflammation of the lymph nodes (adenitis), anti-inflammatory therapy should be administered, either by medication or by cooling. Depending on the underlying disease, problems of the lymphatic system can be treated by manual lymph drainage in physiotherapy. These are targeted, gentle massage … Summary | Physiotherapy for inflamed lymph nodes

Physiotherapy for inflamed lymph nodes

Inflammation of the lymph nodes – lymphadenitis is not uncommon. As a rule, swollen painful lymph nodes are a sign of the body’s active immune defence, for example in the case of a cold. An inflammation of the lymph node is usually a bacterial infection. Bacteria enter the lymphatic system via skin injuries or from … Physiotherapy for inflamed lymph nodes

Slipped disc – BWS exercise 5

“Forearm support” Move into the push-up position. Your forearms and toes are in contact with the floor. The legs are completely extended. Hold this position for 5 – 15 seconds before taking a short break (10 seconds). Depending on your endurance, the exercises can be extended over the number of repetitions. Continue to next exercise

Pain with a herniated disc

With a herniated disc, the first symptom, even before movement restrictions, the tingling or numbness sensations, is pain. A typical symptom of a herniated disc is pain radiating from the back to the buttocks or from the leg to the foot. This phenomenon is due to the fact that in a herniated disc nerve roots … Pain with a herniated disc