Having adequate knee range of motion is essential for completing activities of daily living and recreational activities. Limitations of knee motion can be due to several factors described below. Joint Capsule The knee joint is surrounded by a ligamentous structure that forms a soft tissue capsule around the articulating surfaces. Tightness of different portions of
What is a Sprain? A sprain refers to damage that occurs to ligaments. Ligaments are tissue structures that connect bone to bone and provide support to a joint. A sprain can be classified by the degree of damage to the ligament. This can range from Grade 1, which is a slight overstretching of the tissue,
The knee is an essential component of the human body. It allows us to perform a sit to stand transfer, walk/run, and negotiate stairs. When knee injuries occur, even the most basic movements can become extremely difficult. Activities that were once easy can be impossible to perform. This article will discuss the anatomy of the
Possible Causes There are a number of causes for low back pain. Among the most common are issues related to the vertebral joints and discs between the vertebrae, muscular injury and core weakness. These factors can cause pain that may limit your ability to participate in recreational sports and activities of daily living. Benefits of
Have you experienced neck stiffness that prevents you from driving? Are you scared that certain movements will send shooting pain down your shoulder/arm? You may be experiencing cervical radiculopathy. Cervical Radiculopathy This condition is the clinical description of when a cervical nerve root becomes inflamed, damaged, or pinched. Symptoms of Cervical Radiculopathy Neck pain/stiffness Numbness/
Our ability to maintain balance when sitting, standing, and walking is necessary for completion of activities of daily living. Balance is a complex interaction of body systems that, if one or more are impaired, can affect your ability to confidently go about your day. In order to understand our position in relation to our surroundings,
Rounded Shoulders One of the most common abnormalities is a forward and rounded shoulder posture. As we interact with the world in front of us, the musculature of the chest and shoulders can become tight. This can pull the shoulders forward even when in a relaxed posture. Additionally, weakness of the muscles of the upper
Potential Causes Dizziness or sensations of motion while standing still can be caused by a variety of factors. Oftentimes, these symptoms can be the result of prescription medication side effects, alcohol consumption, changes in blood pressure, or neurological dysfunction. Vestibular System & Vertigo The vestibular system is a small structure in the inner ear that
The ankle joint is called a “hinged synovial joint” which is formed by the talus, tibia, and fibula bones. The ankle joint is important during walking because it is the first point of contact and absorbs weight bearing force during gait. There are 6 isolated movements of the ankle joint and this article will display
