Suffering from Low back pain? Low back pain is the most common musculoskeletal issue that causes disability across all age groups. It is described as pain, stiffness, or tightness in the muscles above the gluteal muscle folds and below the rib cage, perhaps extending to the lower limbs. Many people Read more
Parkinson’s Disease is an age-related chronic, progressive neurodegenerative disorder that primarily affects movement is the progressive loss of dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra pars compacta (midbrain). which is responsible for controlling movement and coordination. This condition is best known for how it affects muscle control, balance and movement, it Read more
Wheelchair in a major mobility breakthrough, IIT Madras has launched YD One, India’s lightest wheelchair weighing just 9 kilograms, promising personalised comfort, portability, and independence for users dependent on wheelchairs for everyday movement. Built with aerospace-grade materials, YD One aims to provide high-performance mobility at a fraction of the cost Read more
The lower cross syndrome is the result of muscle strength imbalances in the lower segment. Imbalances can occur when muscles are constantly shortened or lengthened in relation to each other.It is a common postural condition that affects the pelvis, hip joints, and lower back muscles. It is a postural imbalance caused Read more
Upper Cross Syndrome is a postural imbalance pattern, Crossed pattern of muscle tightness and weakness. Muscle balance can be defined as a relative equality of muscle length or strength between an agonist and an antagonist; this balance is necessary for normal movement and function[4].Muscle imbalance usually occurs before functional dysfunction[11]. Read more
Is AI and wearable tech helpful in future rehabilitation. Rehabilitation refers to therapeutic interventions designed to restore physical, cognitive, emotional, and social function in individuals affected by injury, illness, or disability. Technological Evolution in Rehabilitation Over the past decade, the integration of digital health tools — particularly AI and wearable Read more
Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) is a widely used method for assessing clinical competence in healthcare education, including physiotherapy. It is a practical exam used in physiotherapy education to test clinical and professional skills in a very organized way. A performance-based assessment in which physiotherapy students rotate through a series Read more
Chronic Pain Syndrome (CPS) is a multifaceted condition characterized by persistent pain lasting longer than 3 to 6 months, often accompanied by psychological, behavioral, and social factors that worsen the impact of pain on an individual’s life. Epidemiology Classification A. Based on Pathophysiology B. By Associated Disorders CPS can be multifactorial: a. Physical Causes b. Psychological Contributors c. Social/Environmental Read more