Jumper's knee is the colloquial name used to refer to degenerative changes in the ligament of the patella. The lesions are located particularly in the area where it attaches directly to the top of the patella. It is a condition in the enthesopathy group, characterised by degeneration of the ligament fibres in an overloaded area, often as a result of superimposed micro-injuries to this structure. Don't let this condition limit you in your sporting activities....
Pain in the lumbar spine can be extremely persistent and carry serious consequences. Some causes are non-threatening and resolve on their own, while others require specialist treatment. Spondylolisthesis is a condition in which the vertebrae of the spine move in relation to each other. Depending on the severity, it can be accompanied by back pain during everyday activities or even at night....
If you are experiencing pain, swelling and redness in one of your joints, it could be the result of synovial bursitis. This is an important joint structure that protects the joint tissues from excessive friction and strain. There are three main areas where this bursitis can occur: the knee, the shoulder and the elbow. How to recognise the symptoms that accompany this condition....
Sciatica is a sudden onset of pain, most commonly located in the lower back. It is caused by compression, inflammation of the sciatic nerve or the spinal nerves that form it. This pain syndrome can take an acute or chronic form, making daily functioning difficult. Risk factors include sitting or working while lifting heavy objects. One effective treatment is.
Not all child development processes are always correct. Our children sometimes have developmental problems or difficulties with their posture. In order to ensure that your child develops correctly, it is advisable to have your child examined by a paediatric physiotherapist, who is predestined to work with toddlers. What does a paediatric physiotherapist do? Paediatric physiotherapy is related to...
Insomnia is a problem related to difficulty falling asleep, quality of sleep or lack of adequate sleep. People affected by this disorder experience chronic fatigue, have difficulty concentrating, learning and a weaker immune system. The causes of insomnia can be varied. Among the most common are irregular day and night rhythms, an unhealthy lifestyle, the use of psychoactive substances or excessive stress....
Eastern medicine is a fascinating branch of medicine that originates from Asian cultures and traditions such as Chinese, Indian, Japanese and Thai. Its roots go back thousands of years and are based on philosophies that place great emphasis on body-mind harmony and natural healing methods. The field accepts that the human body is part of a broader ...
Homeopathy is an alternative form of medicine based on the principle 'like cures like'. It was developed by the German physician Samuel Hahnemann in the 18th century. According to homeopathy, substances that cause certain disease symptoms in healthy people can be used to treat the same symptoms in sick people. What is homeopathy? The basic principle of homeopathy is the principle of potentisation, or dilution of ...
Alternative medicine is also called complementary medicine, holistic medicine, paramedicine or unconventional medicine. The definition is that alternative medicine is the diagnosis and treatment of diseases by methods that have not been or cannot be scientifically verified, or for which these studies have not shown effectiveness. They therefore have no proven effect on improving health. Many of these practices take...
Jaw displacement, also known as temporomandibular joint disorder, can be bothersome and painful. The temporomandibular joint is a combination of two bones separated by an articular disc. When the disc moves, there can be a snapping and popping sound in the joint. Causes of mandibular skipping Mandibular skipping, can have various causes. These include: Treatment of leaping mandible In the case of leaping mandible, several methods can be...