Physiotherapy

Introduction Why choose walking as an exercise among others exercises? Walking is the simplest form of exercise to execute, it is free and appropriate for anyone of any fitness level that can generate great benefits. The father of medicine, Hipocrates, said, “Walking is man’s best medicine”. Evidence shows that walking …

Introduction Osteoporosis results from reduced bone mass and disruption of the micro-architecture of bone, giving decreased bone strength and increased risk of fracture, particularly of the spine, hip, wrist, humerus, and pelvis. The risk of fractures increases steeply with age and most of those affected are over 75. Osteoporosis occurs …

What is Scoliosis Scoliosis is a medical condition of the spine whereby the spine of an individual curves to the right or left. It is not a systemic disease. The word scoliosis is a Greek word which means crooked.  The spinal vertebrae will not only curve to the sides but …

Introduction Of Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Definition: Spinal cord injury occurs when there is any damage to the spinal cord that blocks communication between the brain and the body. After a spinal cord injury, a person’s sensory, motor and reflex messages are affected and may not be able to get …

What is Golfer’s Elbow? Golfer’s elbow is a condition that causes pain at the bony bump on the inner side of the elbow and may radiate to the forearm region. Medically it is termed as medial epicondylitis, which is less commonly found compared to tennis elbow. Pain can be felt …

Ankle Sprain An ankle sprain refers to the tearing of the ligaments of the ankle. Ankle sprain is a common injury with a high rate of recurrence usually as a result of landing on a plantar flexed and inverted foot. Ankle sprains account for 85% of ankle injuries and 85% …

Introduction Total Knee Replacement is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged knee joint with an artificial one.       (Source: http://www.adameducation.com/  & 2004 MedicineNet. Inc) A joint replacement is only recommended by your Orthopedic Surgeon when your knee joint is severely damaged causing restriction in your daily activities. Post …

Introduction Patella is your knee cap. When your patella moves out from its natural position it is known as patella dislocation.   (Sumber: Hakcipta ©2014 Mc Kesson &/or subsidiaries) Causes of patella dislocation :- Trauma Your knee cap can dislocate following a forceful blow or a twisting force to your …

What is trigger finger? Trigger finger is a common finger aliment, thought to be caused by inflammation and subsequent narrowing of the retinacular sheath, which causes pain, clicking, catching, and loss of motion of the affected finger. Although it can occur in anyone, it is seen more frequently in the …

Introduction Slipped Disc of spine is also known as Prolapsed intervertebral disc (PID). Slipped Disc is the displacement of nucleus pulpose from the center of the disc which might causes body limbs become numb/weak. Slipped Disc at the spine is one of common diagnosis among back pain patients. Slipped Disc …