Stress Fracture

Stress Fracture Stress fracture is indeed a common injury in athletes especially runners. A stress fracture is a micro fracture inside the bone due to repetitive loading. There is a fine balance between fatigue damage and the remodeling response of bone. Marked increases in activity may lead to greater fatigue damage than the body can […]
Rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term, progressive & chronic auto-immune disorder that can affect more than just your joints. It causes swelling, inflammation & pain in the hands, feet, wrists, elbows, knees & ankles, also other body organs as well including the skin, eyes, lungs, heart and blood vessels. It usually involves the same joints on […]
Bell’s palsy

Bell’s palsy is a condition in which muscles become weak or paralyzed suddenly on one side of the face. It affects only one side of the face at a time, causing it to become stiff on that side. The weakness may also affect tear and saliva production, sense of taste may also decrease. However, in […]
Muscular Dystrophy

What is Muscular dystrophy? Muscular dystrophy refers to a group of over 30 disorders that lead to muscle weakness and consequent loss of strength. As the condition progresses, it becomes difficult to move. In some extreme cases, it may affect breathing and heart function, leading to life-threatening complications. It depends on the type and severity, the […]
Ankylosing spondylitis

What is Ankylosing spondylitis? Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is condition that can cause some of the vertebrae in your spine to fuse which makes the spine less flexible and can result in a hunched-forward posture. This chronic condition is caused by inflammation of the spine. It starts in the joints between your spine and pelvis, but […]
Conditions treated with Physical Therapy

Physical therapy is often part of a non-surgical treatment plan that may be combined with medication. Any illnesses and diseases can be cured by physical therapy. We have listed disease of sicknesses, medical conditions, and chronic or non-chronic diseases or conditions treated by physical therapy. These ailments that can be cured with physical therapy range […]
Achilles tendinitis

Achilles Tendinitis commonly refers to an injury of the Achilles tendon or its covering. It is an overuse injury that is common in middle-aged people who are jumpers & joggers, due to the repetitive action & increased intensity and so can occur in other activities that requires the same repetitive action. It’s an injury on the […]
Frozen shoulder

Overview Frozen shoulder is the common name for adhesive capsulitis, occurs when ligaments around the shoulder joint swell and become stiff that limits your range of motion. The inflammation of this tissue can make normal healing hard and result in your shoulder being so stiff that everyday activities can be troublesome. It is very […]
Broken arm

What is a broken arm? A broken bone is a fracture of the arm which involves one or more of the three bones of the arm that have been cracked. The arm consists of 3 major bones — the ulna, radius and humerus. If one has broken an arm, he/she should seek prompt medical attention. […]
Spinal stenosis

Spinal stenosis causes narrowing in your spine. It is when the spaces between the bones of spinal cord get narrow. Narrowing of bone puts pressure on the nerves that run from your spine to your arms and legs that causes pain. It occurs most often in your lower back or neck. It generally occurs in […]