“Cervical spine – yawn – starting position” The hands are crossed in the seat behind the head. Now bend your head forward. With the hands a pressure is given forwards (ventral), while pushing the elbows backwards (dorsal). From this position the head is slowly stretched against the resistance of the hands until you can look … Slipped disc – Cervical spine exercise 2
“Cervical spine – compression” The hands are crossed in an upright position on the head. The elbows point forward. Now exert pressure from top to bottom. This position is held for 10 seconds before you take a short break of 10 seconds. Repeat the exercise 5 – 10 times. Continue with the next exercise
What is the Tibial Posterior Reflex? The Tibialis-Posterior Reflex belongs to the muscular reflexes. This means that the blow to the tendon of the muscle triggers the reaction in the same muscle. The posterior tibialis muscle is located in the lower leg. When the corresponding tibialis posterior tendon is struck – i.e. a reflex is … The Tibialis Posterior Reflex
What does a weakening of the reflex indicate? A reflex always runs through two nerve connections: From the muscle up to the spinal cord and then back to the muscle where the muscle movement (contraction) is triggered. When damage occurs in the reflex arc, the reflex becomes stronger or weaker, depending on the extent of … What does a weakening of the reflex indicate? | The Tibialis Posterior Reflex
Tics, tic syndrome, tic disorder, Tourette’s syndromeTics are simple or complex, sudden, short-lived, involuntary or semi-autonomous movements (motor tic) or sounds (vocal tic). With an internally growing tension they can be suppressed for a short time. Patients perceive the tics as an inner compulsion and often feel discomfort in the corresponding body region, which is … Tics
Tics for children Tics for small children Tics can also occur in infancy. They express themselves similarly to tics in childhood. It has been observed that tics in toddlers often appeared when there was a change in the toddlers’ daily routine. Triggers can be, for example, entering kindergarten, moving house, divorce or other reasons. It … Tics for children | Tics
Tics at the baby Some parents report “tics” of their babies, such as a shrug of the shoulders or a shaking of the body. Just as with tics in other age groups, these tics are usually harmless and disappear as spontaneously as they came. The cause of babyhood tics is probably growth in the child’s … Tics at the baby | Tics
Tics for highly gifted students On the one hand, tics can appear in highly gifted children and adults for the same reasons as in normal gifted children and adults. On the other hand, tics can develop due to the stronger perception of stimuli and sensitivity to stimuli of highly gifted children and adults. These can … Tics for highly gifted students | Tics
Tics through stress Stress is not the cause of tics, but can trigger and amplify tics. Therefore, it is important on the one hand that those affected learn how to deal with stress and on the other hand it is important that the environment does not cause additional stress. The principles of behavior of a … Tics through stress | Tics
“Lumbar spine – extension in prone position” The right knee is bent about 90° in prone position. Stretch from this position in the hip joint so that the right foot goes up towards the ceiling. Perform this exercise 10-15 times. Take a short break (10 seconds) between each of these times. Afterwards, perform the exercise … Slipped disc – lumbar spine exercise 8
“BWS – Quadruped” Go to the quadruped stand. Make sure your back is straight. Now stretch your right leg and your left arm. Hold this position for about 5 seconds. Take a short break of 10 seconds. Repeat the exercise depending on your endurance and strength. “Quadruped – Variation” If you want to introduce an … Slipped disc – BWS exercise 6
A slipped disc (prolapse) is a wear-related disease of the spine. This results in a tear in the fibrous ring (anulus fibrosus), which encloses the gelatinous nucleus (nucleus pulposus). As a result of the tear, the soft material escapes into the spinal canal. Here, the intervertebral disc can press on nerve roots or even on … Symptoms and therapy for a slipped disc
