Stretching exercises in particular are essential for the mobility of the cervical spine. By stretching the muscles, the blood circulation is promoted and the muscles are lengthened. Tensions can thus be released and the mobility and flexibility of the cervical spine improved. Many stretching exercises can be done at home, in the office or even … What is the best way to stretch the cervical spine?
Stretching with one device Those who have the necessary equipment at home or the physiotherapy practice is equipped accordingly, can also stretch the cervical spine with the help of devices. One of these devices is the so-called extension device, which helps to stretch and relieve the cervical spine. Another aid are TENS devices (TENS = … Stretching with one device | What is the best way to stretch the cervical spine?
An important competition is imminent – of course, intensive training will take place in the weeks leading up to it. But suddenly, under stress, pain appears in the calf and the outer ankle, which radiates into the foot. The ankle may also be swollen, reddened and overheated, and the person affected can barely perform properly. … Exercises for existing peroneal tendon inflammation
Symptoms The peroneal tendons connect the lateral lower leg muscles with the foot and transfer their force to the foot. A distinction is made between the peroneal tendon for the short fibula muscle (Musculus peronaeus brevis) and the peroneal tendon for the long fibula muscle (Musculus peronaeus longus). If the peroneal tendons are overloaded, usually … Symptoms | Exercises for existing peroneal tendon inflammation
Tapes When therapists or doctors speak of “taping”, they mean the application of self-adhesive, elastic adhesive strips (so-called kinesio tapes) to the skin. Their mode of action has not yet been scientifically clarified, but there are numerous positive reports of experience. In the case of peroneal tendon inflammation, taping can help to give the ankle … Tapes | Exercises for existing peroneal tendon inflammation
OP In case of peroneal tendon inflammation, surgery is usually not necessary. However, if the inflammation is caused by a bone protrusion irritating the tendon, surgery may help. The operation would then remove the bone spur and clean the tendon. A further indication for surgery is when the inflammation of the tendon has led to … OP | Exercises for existing peroneal tendon inflammation
Mobilization in the open chain: Sit on a chair and place the affected leg on a rolling object (Pezzi ball, bottle, bucket). Pull your heel towards your buttocks and then stretch the knee joint completely again. Repeat this movement 20 times with 3 passes. Continue with the next exercise.
“Stretch Hamstring”. Place the affected leg stretched on an elevation. Now try to grasp the tightened tip of the foot by tilting your upper body. Hold the stretch in the back of your thigh (hamstring) for 10 seconds and repeat the exercise after a short break. Continue with the next exercise.
Squat. From a hip-wide stance, bend your knees while your upper body leans straight forward and pushes your buttocks backwards. The weight is not on the forefoot but mostly on the heel. Bend your knees max. to 90° and then come back to the extension. The bending should be slower than the stretching. Do 3 … Torn Ligaments in the Knee – Exercise 4
A golfer’s elbow is an inflammation of the tendon attachments of the flexor muscles of the hand, which are located at the elbow. These tendon attachment inflammations, such as biceps tendon inflammation, are caused by long-term unilateral activities involving bending of the fingers and rotary movements in the forearm (e.g. turning screws). A shortening of … Exercises with a golfer’s elbow
Therapy and treatment In therapy, it is especially important to find the causes of the golfer’s elbow and to treat them specifically. In most cases there is an overstrain of the forearm musculature, which has been caused by one-sided movements. The area of the approaches of the flexor muscles for the hand is mainly affected. … Therapy and treatment | Exercises with a golfer’s elbow
Duration of the treatment The duration of the healing of a golfer’s elbow depends on the therapy and the severity of the disease. Once the causes have been clearly clarified, treatment can be initiated accordingly. If an overload is present, this should be minimized. In addition, the tense muscles can be released by soft tissue … Duration of the treatment | Exercises with a golfer’s elbow
