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Physiotherapy | Exercises for Piriformis Syndrome

Physiotherapy Physiotherapy is also a good treatment for Piriformis Syndrome. Since the problems are caused by muscular problems, the treating physiotherapist has a number of therapeutic approaches to address the problem. These include, for example, relaxing the muscles by massaging or stimulating so-called trigger points. Specially trained physiotherapists can also try to positively influence the … Physiotherapy | Exercises for Piriformis Syndrome

Duration | Exercises for Piriformis Syndrome

Duration The duration of a piriformis syndrome depends on many factors. Due to the similarity of symptoms in disc problems, the piriformis muscle is sometimes recognized late as the trigger for the symptoms. If the problem has been present for a long time and a chronification may have already taken place, this can prolong the … Duration | Exercises for Piriformis Syndrome

Summary | Exercises for Piriformis Syndrome

Summary In summary, Piriformis Syndrome in itself is a disease that is easy to treat, but it must be diagnosed first. If the appropriate measures are taken by the physician and the patient adheres to the treatment plan, the syndrome can be healed easily and a recurrence can be prevented. If you experience pain or … Summary | Exercises for Piriformis Syndrome

Symptoms | Exercises in nerve root compression in BWS

Symptoms As described above, the nerves transmit stimuli and feelings coming from the body and the environment to the central nervous system and vice versa, they transmit movement commands from the brain to the body. If these pathways are now interrupted on their way by nerve root compression, this leads to a reduction in perception, … Symptoms | Exercises in nerve root compression in BWS

Exercises in nerve root compression in BWS

In the case of nerve root compression and the resulting constriction of the nerve, unpleasant sensory disturbances and further complaints can occur. In the following you will learn which exercises can help. Physiotherapeutic intervention In the case of existing nerve root compression, it is necessary to intervene quickly to prevent long-term damage. Patients who are … Exercises in nerve root compression in BWS

Further measures | Exercises in nerve root compression in BWS

Further measures In addition to exercise therapy, there are various other physiotherapeutic measures that have an influence on the symptoms of nerve root compression: Electrotherapy, massages, heat and cold applications, as well as fascial techniques loosen the tissue and tense muscles and influence the perception of pain. Tape applications can have a supporting effect on … Further measures | Exercises in nerve root compression in BWS

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) exercises

Multiple sclerosis is a neurological disease, which means a chronic inflammation of the central nervous system. It is also called the disease of “many faces”, because the symptoms and course of the disease cannot be more different. In multiple sclerosis, inflammation occurs in the medullary sheaths of the nerve fibers of the central nervous system, … Multiple Sclerosis (MS) exercises

Physiotherapy | Multiple Sclerosis (MS) exercises

Physiotherapy Physiotherapy for multiple sclerosis depends on the symptoms of the patient. Equally important in the treatment of multiple sclerosis is talk therapy, which affects the physiotherapist as much as a psychotherapist. The patient should be able to talk about his or her symptoms and anxiety and express his or her worries so that the … Physiotherapy | Multiple Sclerosis (MS) exercises

Gait disorder | Multiple Sclerosis (MS) exercises

Gait disorder In multiple sclerosis, a gait disorder develops due to the accompanying symptoms. It usually shows a somewhat unsteady gait pattern with slight sway, especially around corners or through doors. This can occur due to coordination/balance difficulties, as self-perception is disturbed and distances are harder to estimate due to existing visual disorders. Gait exercises … Gait disorder | Multiple Sclerosis (MS) exercises

Exercises for muscular dystrophy

The exercises for various forms of muscular dystrophies are designed to improve the functionality and coordination of the muscles and to preserve the remaining muscles as much as possible. For those affected, this ideally means an improvement in general strength and mobility and a slowing down of the progressive disease process. Depending on the cause … Exercises for muscular dystrophy

Physiotherapy | Exercises for muscular dystrophy

Physiotherapy The treatment of muscular dystrophy through physiotherapy is adapted individually from patient to patient according to the progress of the disease, the general condition of the patient and the type of muscular dystrophy. However, the primary goal of physiotherapy is always to maintain and improve the patient’s mobility as much as possible and to … Physiotherapy | Exercises for muscular dystrophy

Summary | Exercises for muscular dystrophy

Summary Since there is no promising drug therapy concept for muscular dystrophies, the exercises performed as part of the therapy play a central role. They enable the patients to actively do something against the rapid progress of the disease and to regain a bit of quality of life for themselves. The routine of daily training … Summary | Exercises for muscular dystrophy