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Baker’s cyst Summary A Baker’s cyst, also known as a popliteal cyst, is a fluid-filled swelling that develops in the back of the knee. It is named after Dr. William Morrant Baker, who first described the condition in the 19th century. Baker’s cysts most commonly occur in adults and are often associated with underlying knee […]

Torticollis in Adults 1. Introduction Torticollis is a condition where the neck tilts to one side and is accompanied by pain. When attempting to straighten the neck, pain occurs. It is a common condition, and in adults, it is typically characterized by slight neck discomfort upon waking up in the morning. The pain may worsen

Case: Severe Recurrent Acute Lumbar Disc Injury Detailed explanations on how to manage Lumbar disc injury is provided Here. Case Middle aged man who has been coming into clinic before. Obese, low flexibility in lower body, lumbar and thoracic spine. Patient has had previous disc lumbar injury multiple times but without sciatica. Patient mentioned that

Cervical Disc Injury In the previous posts, I wrote about disc injuries and why Mckenzie extension exercise is important. This post will be about management of cervical disc injuries and cervical Mckenzie exercise. Disc Healing time when there is no re-injury or compensation Discs generally fully re-generate in 6~18 months. The pain goes away before

Achiles Tendonitis Definition Achilles tendon is a crucial tendon that plays a significant role when walking or running, and inflammation occurring in the sheath surrounding this tendon is referred to as Achilles tendonitis. Symptoms The Importance of Treatment Ignoring the pain and missing the appropriate treatment window can lead to the risk of Achilles tendon

Acute Adhesive Capsulitis of the Shoulder Introduction The shoulder, a complex and highly mobile joint in the human body, plays a crucial role in our daily lives. However, shoulder-related issues can lead to significant discomfort and functional limitations. Acute Adhesive Capsulitis of the Shoulder is a condition that restricts shoulder mobility and causes significant pain.

I personally think frozen shoulder is very easy to fix. The period for frozen shoulder patients to regain 100% of their range of motion isn’t excessively long, but the treatment process can be quite painful. I would say most cases of frozen shoulder recover full range of motion in 3~4 sessions. Therefore, it is recommended

What is Frozen Shoulder Shoulder pain occurs when there are issues with the structures comprising the shoulder joint due to external impact, degenerative changes, and other causes. Especially in middle-aged individuals, if they experience shoulder pain and limited shoulder movement without any significant trauma, adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder) can be suspected. Severe shoulder joint pain

This post discusses about the lumbar disc management that did NOT go through any surgeries. If you had surgery, it is recommended to discuss with a professional on which lumbar vertebrae and what type of surgery before starting a disc rehabilitation exercise. Details and in depth scientific studies about why I’m recommending these are discussed

In this post, we will discuss about the science of disc protrusion, herniated disc, and treatments including cortisone injection Different types of disc injuries There are also different types of disc injuries and sciatica depending on the cause. Disc injuries can be classified into three categories: discogenic disorder, disc protrusion, and disc degeneration. The typical