EZ Physiotherapy Centre

16/10/2023

Spondylosis: refers to when you have degenerative osteoarthritis (OA) of the spine- this essentially means that the space between your vertebrae narrows as the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of the vertebrae wears down with age. With time, you may notice you have more of a flexed (forward bending) posture. Individuals suffering from this may experience lower back pain, leg pain, and/or numbness when standing or walking; symptoms may only seem to improve with sitting or lying down.

Spondylolisthesis: often refers to the progression of a spondylosis injury, but it may also be congenital or idiopathic in nature. Spondylolisthesis is defined as the displacement of one vertebra over the vertebral body below it (commonly known as a “step off” or “slip” at the L5/S1 level); individuals may even notice the presence of a bump by the area of the slippage. There are 5 different grades of this slippage, and it’s defined by the extent to which the vertebral body has slipped:

Grade I: O-25% Grade III: 50-75% Grade V: > 100%
Grade II: 25-50% Grade IV: 75-100%

Individuals with this may complain of localized pain that may come and go with certain activities, and this may be the most notable when bending backward or forward at the affected segment. They may experience radicular pain down to one or both legs as the vertebrae slides and causes compression of the nerve root below, tense hamstrings, loss of bowel/bladder (rare), and difficulty with balance or walking.

Spondylitis: known as axial spondyloarthritis, is an inflammatory disease that, over time, can cause some of the bones in the spine, called vertebrae, to fuse. This fusing makes the spine less flexible and can result in a hunched posture.

13/10/2023

Plantar fasciitis is inflammation in the plantar fascia in your foot. It’s the most common cause of heel pain.

What are the symptoms of plantar fasciitis?
The most common symptoms of plantar fasciitis include:

Heel pain.
Pain in the arch of your foot.
Stiffness.
Swelling around your heel.
A tight Achilles tendon.

What does plantar fasciitis feel like?
Plantar fasciitis usually causes an achy pain in your heel or along the bottom of your foot. The pain can change depending on what you’re doing or the time of day. Some types of pain you might feel include:

Pain when you stand up after sleeping or sitting down. The pain usually goes away after walking for a few minutes.
A dull, constant ache.
Sharp or stabbing pain when you use your affected foot or put pressure on your heel.
Exercising or moving might temporarily relieve your pain, but it’ll usually get worse as soon as you stop.
Increased pain first thing in the morning or when you stand up after sitting or sleeping.

What causes plantar fasciitis?
Anything that irritates or damages your plantar fascia can cause plantar fasciitis, including:

Being on your feet all day for work.
Playing sports.
Exercising or working on a hard surface (like a warehouse floor or the sidewalk).
Exercising without stretching or warming up.
Wearing shoes that don’t support your feet well enough (like flip flops or flat, flexible sneakers).
Walking or standing barefoot while you’re at home.
Some health conditions can cause plantar fasciitis, including:

High arch feet.
Flat feet.
Obesity (or gaining more than 15 pounds in a few months).

12/10/2023

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders are a group of conditions that affect the joints and muscles of the jaw.

The TMJ is the joint that connects the mandible (lower jaw) to the temporal bone of the skull. TMJ disorders can cause pain and discomfort in the jaw, face, and neck, as well as problems with chewing, speaking, and opening and closing the mouth.

Symptoms of TMJ disorders can include:-

1. Pain or tenderness in the jaw.
2. Clicking or popping sounds when opening or closing the mouth, difficulty opening or closing the mouth,
3. Headaches or earaches.

Physiotherapy can be a useful treatment option for various TMJ disorders.

One commonly used approach is manual therapy, which involves hands-on techniques to mobilize or manipulate the jaw, neck, and surrounding tissues. This can help to relieve pain, improve range of motion, and reduce muscle tension.

Another treatment option is therapeutic exercises, which may include stretching, strengthening, and relaxation techniques. These exercises can help to improve jaw mobility, increase strength, and reduce stress on the jaw joint

12/10/2023

3 PUNCA SAKIT BELAKANG
Sakit belakang adalah salah satu masalah yang boleh dikatakan hampir semua orang akan hadapi.
Tak kira tua atau muda, kita terdedah kepada risiko untuk menghadapi masalah sakit belakang.
Ini 3 punca sakit belakang
1) Postur badan salah
Postur badan yang salah adalah punca utama sakit belakang. Ia berlaku bersama dengan sakit leher atau sakit bahu.
Postur yang salah menyebabkan tekanan pada otot2 dan “soft tissue”
Ini menyebabkan ketegangan dalam otot dan menyebabkan kesakitan.
Cara kita berdiri dan berjalan dengan postur salah akan bebankan satu bahagian badan dan akan menyebabkan sakit ini.
2) Faktor pekerjaan
Pekerjaan yang melibatkan angkat, tolak, tarik atau pusingkan badan boleh menyebabkan kecederaan dan sakit belakang.
Beban yang terlalu berat yang tidak tertampung oleh keupayaan juga boleh memberi kesan kepada bahagian belakang dan pinggang.
3) Tekanan kerja
Jika stress berlaku kerap atau lama, ia boleh memberi masalah kesihatan dan salah satunya ialah masalah otot (muscle tension).
Bahagian belakang mengandungi pelbagai otot yang mungkin mengalami masalah ini. Keadaan stress boleh meningkatkan kesihatan dan menyebabkan sakit belakang yang ringan atau teruk.

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24/09/2023

Osteoporosis is defined as low bone mineral density caused by altered bone microstructure ultimately predisposing patients to low-impact, fragility fractures. It applies to postmenopausal women and men aged 50 years or older .Osteoporotic fractures lead to a significant decrease in quality of life, with increased morbidity, mortality, and disability.

What are the symptoms of Osteoporosis?
The most common symptoms of osteoporosis include:
- decreasing height
- muscle imbalance at the back
- back pain
- kyphosis
- Decreased activity tolerance

What causes Osteoporosis?
it includes prolonged negative calcium balance, impaired gonadal and adrenal function, estrogen deficiency, or sedentary lifestyle.

How is Osteoporosis treated?
Physiotherapy rehabilitation and supplement involvement is crucial for long term to maintain physical fitness

The most common treatments for Osteoporosis include:
1.NSAIDs (Bisphosphonates) bone density booster. Consult to a healthcare provider.
2. Stretching exercise: This intervention focus on increasing the length of tight muscles
3. Strengthening exercise: This intervention focus on weak muscle especially core and back muscles to support the bones from fragility
4. Balance exercise: it is recommended for patient since it can increase muscle strength on lower limb and improve balance.
5. Postural control: Strengthening the extensor muscles will promote improved posture and improved balance
6. Aerobic exercise: it is recommended for patient to do aerobic exercise and zumba to maintain physical fitness of body
7. High intensity training: Research highly supports high-intensity training in the prevention of bone loss for women in menopausal years and the early post-menopausal period

24/09/2023

24/09/2023

Upper crossed syndrome (UCS) occurs when the functional muscles become imbalance. Usually as a result of poor posture. The muscles that are typically the most affected are the upper trapezius and the levator scapula, which are the back muscles of the shoulders and neck. First, they become extremely strained and overactive. Then, the muscles in the front of the chest, called the major and minor pectoralis, become tight and shortened.

What are the symptoms of upper cross syndrome ?
The most common symptoms of osteoporosis include:
- forward head posture
- muscle imbalance at the back
- back pain
- thoracic kyphosis
- elevated and protracted shoulders
- restricted movement

What causes upper cross syndrome?
it includes prolong poor posture, inappropriate body movement, biomechanical joint stress and sedentary lifestyle.

How is upper cross syndrome treated?
Physiotherapy rehabilitation that consist of intense stretching ang muscle strengthening

The most common treatments for upper cross syndrome include:
1.NSAIDs: ‎Methocarbamol (Robaxin) muscle relaxant. Consult your pharmacist.
2. Comprehensive corrective exercise program (CCEP): This intervention focus on increasing the length of tight muscles
3. Strengthening exercise: This intervention focus on weak muscle especially core and back muscles to form a good posture.
4. Balance exercise: it is recommended for patient since it can improve body posture during prolong standing and sitting.
5. Postural control: Strengthening the core and back muscles will promote improved posture and improved balance

06/09/2023

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04/09/2023

04/09/2023

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04/09/2023

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis is a an abnormal curvature of the spine that appears in late childhood or adolescent. As growing, the spine develop a side to side curvature that usually in an elongated 'S' or 'C' shape . Patient will also experience fatigue after doing easy task.

What are the symptoms of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis?
The most common symptoms of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis include:
- winging scapula
- muscle imbalance at the back
- loss of balance
- limb length discrepancy
- sleep posture disturbances

What causes Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis?
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis remains idiopathic (unknown cause) but research found that it most likely cause by disturbance on genetic code or environmental factor.

How is Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis treated?
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis is a chronic disorder that will take long progression of treatment. Physiotherapy rehabilitation and orthotic involvement is crucial for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.

The most common treatments for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis include:
1.NSAIDs (metaxalone) reduce muscle tightness. Consult to a healthcare provider.
2. Stretching exercise: This intervention focus on tight muscle that pull the spine into convex curves. Our aims is to release the tight muscle and elongates the spine.
3. Strengthening exercise: This intervention focus on weak muscle that neglected on the concave side of spine. It helps to pull the spine back to straight line.
4. Balance exercise: it is recommended for patient since it can increase muscle strength on lower limb and improve balance.
5. Bracing: This intervention focus on to build posture correction sense during prolong immobilization.

01/09/2023

A Baker cyst is a fluid-filled growth behind the knee. It causes a bulge and a feeling of tightness. Also called as popliteal cyst, a Baker cyst sometime causes pain. It is usually the result of a problem with the knee joint, such as arthritis or a cartilage tear. Both conditions can cause the knee to produce too much fluid.

What are the symptoms of baker cyst?
- swelling behind the knee
- knee pain and stiffness
- inability to fully flex the knee

What are the causes of baker cyst?
- Inflammation of the knee joint
- a knee injury, such as a cartilage tear or ligament tear

How is baker cyst treated?
1. NSAIDs (acetaminophen) or ibuprofen can reduce pain and inflammation. Consult to healthcare provider.
2. An injection of steroid medication, such as cortisone, into the knee can reduce inflammation. This may reduce the size of the cyst and relieve pain, but it doesn't always stop the cyst from coming back.
3. Physiotherapy rehabilitation (such as active assisted movement, mobilization, strengthening exercise, stretching exercise, cold therapy)

Continuous physiotherapy rehabilitation is crucial to improve the quality of life and live healthy.

28/08/2023

Meniscus Tear happen when there are sudden change in movement of leg. The mechanism of injury are twisting motion of leg and external direct blow. The meniscus is a C-shaped tissue between your femur and your tibia. There are two meniscus part which are medial meniscus and lateral meniscus. Medial meniscus are more prone to injured than lateral meniscus part.

Symptoms include knee pain, swelling and stiffness on knee, difficulty to straighten knee, locking of knee and muscle weakness on knee compartment

Surgery is indicated if you have mechanical symptoms such as locking. Otherwise, you should try conservative management first. This includes NSAIDs (anti-inflammatories), physical therapy, and finally, injections. If you fail conservative therapy and do not have arthritis, you may then be a candidate for surgery.

Consult a physiotherapist if you have meniscus tear. Your physiotherapist will recommend these exercise.
1. Stationary Bike
2. Air Squat
3. Ball Hamstring Curls
4. Split Squat
5. Step Up
6. Flexion-Extension Mobility
7. Quad Isometric strengthening
8. Straight Leg Raise

25/08/2023

Multiple Sclerosis is a disorder of protective covering around the nerves of the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves (the central nervous system) is damaged.

As a result, patients may experience problems with movement, sensation and sight.
It also results in muscle ache on certain part of body and gradual muscle weakness. Patient will also experience fatigue after doing easy task.

What are the symptoms of multiple sclerosis?
The most common symptoms of multiple sclerosis include:
- vision problem
- gradual muscle weakness
- loss of balance
- reduce walking mobility
- tight muscle on major muscle

What causes multiple sclerosis?
Multiple sclerosis remains idiopathic (unknown cause) but research found that it most likely affects people in age 20-50 years old and more prone to affect women than men.

How is multiple sclerosis treated?
Multiple sclerosis is a chronic disease that may lead to death. A cure for this disease is still to be discovered. However, physiotherapist roles here are to delay the progression of this diseases and to maintain quality of life.

The most common treatments for Multiple sclerosis include:
1.NSAIDs (teriflunomide) reduce pain and delay the progression of myelin sheath damage. Consult to a healthcare provider.
2. Active assisted motion: This intervention need to be considered the level of patient threshold. Considering it to be in low intensity and low repetition. It must include an interval period between sets.
3. Balance exercise: sit to stand exercise is recommended for Multiple Sclerosis patient since it can increase muscle strength on lower limb and improve balance.
4. Coordination: Specifically, fine motor skills exercise that can improve coordination such as removing paper clip from rubber band, color arrangement for cones and vice versa.

23/08/2023

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