The knee is a complex joint. It consists of the shin bone (tibia), fibula, femur and patella. In addition to the bony structures, the ligament structures have an important stabilizing, proprioceptive, balancing and supporting function. These include the inner and outer ligaments, menisci, cruciate ligaments, patellar tendon and the retinaculum, which extends on both sides … Exercises against knee pain
Physiotherapy for knee pain As mentioned above, the treatment of knee pain depends on the affected structure. In the case of affected ligament or discourse structure, treatment is carried out according to the existing symptoms after consultation with the doctor. In the case of swelling in the area of the knee, lymph drainage and careful … Physiotherapy for knee pain | Exercises against knee pain
Summary The causes of knee pain vary greatly and should be clarified by a doctor and/or physiotherapist. The therapy builds on this and the complaints can be improved by strengthening and stabilizing the muscles surrounding the knee through strength, coordination and balance training. In physiotherapy, the sensitive structures can be treated in a supportive manner, … Summary | Exercises against knee pain
Ankle instability is an instability or feeling of instability originating from the capsular ligament apparatus of the ankle. Normally, the ankle joint is secured by numerous ligaments and enclosed by a joint capsule. However, if these no longer stabilize the joint sufficiently, symptoms usually occur. These manifest themselves directly through a feeling of instability, but … Ankle joint instability
Exercises The exercises against instability in the ankle joint should be performed regularly. The emphasis is on proper and conscientious execution. It is not primarily a matter of building up strength, but rather a training of coordination. If an acute ligament injury has occurred, the exercises should only be started after approval by the doctor … Exercises | Ankle joint instability
Physiotherapy In physiotherapy, exercises are performed together with the patients to improve the stability of the ankle joint. The therapy is always structured in such a way that the exercises begin simply and become increasingly difficult and can sometimes be supplemented by additional treatments. For example, the therapist can apply slight resistance to the patient’s … Physiotherapy | Ankle joint instability
Kinesiotaping Kinesiotape is often used for instabilities. This supports the function of the tendons and can lead to an improved feeling of stability. However, the use of Kinesiotape is a symptomatic and not a causal treatment! This means that the cause of the instability is not treated.Since Kinesiotaping is not a permanent solution, it should … Kinesiotaping | Ankle joint instability
Ankle joint bandages Bandages are often replaced by tapes. Especially at night, when the joint is not consciously secured and unwanted movements can easily occur, light, soft bandages are used to gently secure the joint. Otherwise, the same applies as for splints and tape bandages: An appropriate and conscious use of bandages can be quite … Ankle joint bandages | Ankle joint instability
The method of kinesiotaping was developed by a Japanese chiropractor and, unlike the classic tape, is not a stabilizing or fixing tape, but maintains full mobility. Kinesiotape is an elastic, self-adhesive tape, which is produced in various colors. Its texture is largely resistant even when exposed to water and can therefore be worn while swimming … Kinesiotape in physiotherapy
Summary Kinesiotapes are elastic tapes that are suitable for a variety of treatments. They should be applied by trained therapists or doctors. Today, however, there is also a wide range of information material on the market for amateur-friendly application. Kinesiotapes can be bought in pharmacies, online or from the therapist. Meanwhile they can also be … Summary | Kinesiotape in physiotherapy
Kinesiotaping, Tape, Tape bandage General The application of a tape bandage can be a useful and complementary method to support conservative therapy in the treatment of tennis elbow. It is therefore advisable to apply a tape bandage already in the acute phase of tennis elbow, as this can immediately relieve pain and prevent bad posture … Taping of a tennis elbow
Kinesiotaping for tennis elbow The effect of kinesiotaping on the healing process of tennis elbow has not yet been scientifically proven, but many testimonials from former patients speak for an improvement of the pain and an acceleration of the healing process. Kinesiotaping of tennis elbow is used to treat the affected extensor muscles of the … Kinesiotaping for tennis elbow | Taping of a tennis elbow
