The joint capsule is a very specialized anatomical structure that serves a crucial role in the body. Here we answer some of the common questions about this interesting topic. We will discuss the joint capsule of synovial joints specifically. The capsule of a joint is often considered to cause a unique pattern of movement restriction […]
Carolyn has over 20 years of experience in physiotherapy clinical treatment. She uses an integrated approach to not only treat symptoms but to get to the root of the problem to help you heal and prevent future injuries. A body sleuth, Carolyn is fascinated with the human body and loves to discover new and innovative
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Below is a list of software services and applications that you can use for telehealth with clients. While there are many platforms that offer ‘telehealth’ solutions, this list is primarily focused on software tools that allow remote video conferencing for patient assessment and treatment. We have tried to indicate which platforms have a free version.
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Other articles you may be interested in: Shorthand Abbreviations article As a physical therapist, there is a great deal of information to remember. It can be difficult to keep track of it all. As a result, people have come up with many tricks over the years to help them remember various pieces of information that
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What is the Hornblower’s Test? The Hornblower’s Test (also knows as Hornblower’s Sign or the Patte Test) is a common special test used in orthopedic physical assessment and examination of the shoulder. It is used to test the integrity of the muscles of the rotator cuff. The test is very simple to perform and is
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What is Sports Physical Therapy? For many people, their first introduction to physical therapy is through their own sport-related injury, or through observation of others receiving care from a sports physical therapist at a sporting event. While a sports physical therapist is often involved in on-field injury assessment, the scope of their expertise goes well
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Daily stretching can have a huge impact on your overall health. check out this great animated visual.
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‘Capillary’ comes from the Latin ‘capillaris’ – “relating to the hair or any structure as fine as a hair”. Early anatomists thought capillaries looked hair-like. Capillary diameters are actually smaller than hair. Red blood cells can only travel through them one at a time.
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‘COCCYX’ comes from the Greek word ‘kokkyx’, meaning “cuckoo”. The coccyx was thought to resemble a cuckoo’s beak.
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Knee Plates? The term ‘patella’ comes from Latin and means ‘little plate.’ Early anatomists felt the patella (or ‘kneecap’) looked like a small dish. View more anatomical terms with interesting origins.
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