Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a relatively common condition that causes pain, numbness and a burning or tingling sensation in the hand and fingers. Symptoms of CTS can range from mild to severe. The carpal tunnel is a small tunnel that runs from the bottom of the wrist to the lower palm. Several tendons that […]
Achilles Tendinopathy Treatment & Rehab Protocol
Achilles tendon is the biggest and strongest tendon in the body. It is found at the back of the lower leg, just above the heel bone. It attaches your two calf muscles (gastrocnemius and soleus) to the heel bone (calcaneus) and helps you go up onto tiptoes. Achilles tendinopathy can be described as an insertional […]
Rotator Cuff Injury (Treatment & Management)
The rotator cuff is a group of tendons and muscles in the shoulder, connecting the upper arm (humerus) to the shoulder blade (scapula). The rotator cuff tendons provide stability (dynamic stability) to the shoulder and allow the shoulder to move in space. The muscles in the rotator cuff include: 1- Teres minor external rotate the […]
Workout routine for L4 L5 / L5 S1 Disc bulges and Sciatica Pain (Beginner)
In this routine I share with you a 20 minutes of workout routine for L4 L5 / L5 S1 Disc bulges and Sciatica Pain. In this routine I share with you a warm up to start and a cool down to finish your workout. If you experience L4 L5 / L5 S1 Disc Bulges you […]
Top exercises for sciatica pain relief
How to treat sciatica? Most cases of acute sciatica will pass without the need for treatment. You can follow this home self-help advice and usually help relieve the symptoms. However, for persistent sciatica, we suggest you may be advised to try a structured exercise program under the supervision of your Physical Therapist. Do not aggravate your symptoms: […]
Hamstring Strain Rehabilitation
Anatomy There are three muscles in the back of the thigh that are collectively called the hamstrings. They are named biceps femoris, semitendinosus, and semimembranosis. The two attachment sites for the hamstrings are the ischial tuberosity (the bony prominence felt under each buttock when sitting), and the back of the knee at the tibia (shin […]
Tennis Elbow/ Golfer Elbow Rehabilitation Exercises and Management
Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is one of the most common painful conditions of the elbow. Inflammation and pain occur on and around the outer bony bump of the elbow where the muscles and tendons attach to the bone. These structures are responsible for lifting your wrist up so this condition can occur with […]
Top 4 Shoulder Exercises for Rotator Cuff Injury
If you have a rotator cuff tear, you’re not alone. It happens to millions of people every year. It’s a common cause of shoulder pain. However, the research highlighted the prevalence of rotator cuff tear in the general population is normal, which increased with age. In addition, the Asymptomatic tear (patients with rotator cuff tear but without […]
Meniscus Tear Management
Your knee meniscus is fibrocartilage that separates thigh bone (femur) from your shin bone (tibia). It is commonly referred to as your “cartilage”. Each knee joint has a medial meniscus and a lateral meniscus. Your knee meniscus has unique shapes. They are a wedged, kidney shape. Your meniscus act like a wedge to assist with […]
Thoracic Spine Mobility Exercises
In this video I share with you a series of exercises for improving your thoracic spine mobility. Research has been shown reduced thoracic mobility in individuals who spend more than 7 hours/day sitting and active less than150 min/week of physical activity. In addition, Thoracic kyphosis may not be an important contributor to the development of […]