Numbness and tingling into the arm and hand is an abnormal symptom that can be the result of compression of several structures. Most frequently, it is due to compression of nerves as they travel from the cervical spine into the upper extremities. Along this pathway, there are several areas in which nerve entrapment frequently occurs.
Overuse injuries frequently occur at major joints and can significantly limit a person’s ability to engage in recreational or leisure activities. One example of these types of injuries is “Golfer’s Elbow.” Also known as medial epicondylitis, this injury causes pain on the inner aspect of the elbow, often as the result of repetitive movements involving
What is Scoliosis? Scoliosis is defined as a lateral curvature of the spine. The spine has normal forward and backward curvatures, however a curvature toward the side can give rise to pain, difficulty breathing, weakness, and more. There are different levels of severity of scoliosis. In the more mild cases, there is no need for
Building muscular strength can be done in a variety of ways. Generally, the load applied to a muscle should be challenging enough to promote cellular changes in the muscle itself. This concept, along with adequate rest, is foundational to increasing the amount of force a muscle can generate. Concentric vs Eccentric A muscle can generate
Hamstring strains are common in sports involving high speed dynamic movements such as soccer, football, hockey or any activities involving rapid changes in knee position. These injuries can cause significant pain and limit one’s participation in daily activities. This article will discuss the anatomy of the hamstrings, causes of strains, and information on recovering from
Which Exercise is Best? The Bridge and Hip Thrust are commonly used exercises in physical therapy as well in the gym. A recent study has examined muscle activity during both of the exercises. Though they seem similar, the exercises differ in muscle activation. The muscles examined in the study include: the erector spinae, which extend
Neck pain is commonly reported with an estimated annual prevalence ranging from 30-50% of adults. Of those who experience this problem, approximately 30% will develop chronic, long-term symptoms. Therefore, it is evident that neck pain, also called cervicalgia, should be addressed in a timely manner with emphasis on promoting long-term improvements. This article will discuss
Demographics A recent study has analyzed the occurrence of falls in the population. The study found that there was an increased risk of falls in: women compared to men and those who are fearful of falling (Lim, 2019). Similarly, there is an increase in occurrence of falls with an increase in age as well as
1. Ice and Elevation After Activity After engaging in physical activity, swelling and irritation of the joint structures of the knee can occur. This can cause sensations of stiffness, worsening of pain and general discomfort. By applying ice to the knees and elevating them above the level of the heart, you can reduce this swelling
