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Aqsa Physiotherapy Clinic, Main Shiekhupura Road Judicial Housing Colony Opposite Gala Mart, Faisalabad (2025)

15/09/2025

🔹 What is Diabetic Neuropathy?

Diabetic neuropathy is nerve damage caused by chronically high blood sugar in diabetes.

It affects sensory, motor, and autonomic nerves.

The most common type is Peripheral Neuropathy, usually starting in the feet and legs.

Symptoms:

Numbness, tingling, or burning sensation in feet

Loss of protective sensation (patient doesn’t feel cuts, burns, blisters)

Muscle weakness & altered gait

Dry skin (due to autonomic involvement)

🔹 What is Diabetic Foot?

A complication of diabetes where nerve damage + poor circulation + infection risk leads to foot ulcers, deformities, and even gangrene.

Minor injuries may go unnoticed due to sensory loss, eventually causing chronic ulcers → amputation risk if untreated.

🔹 Role of Physical Therapy in Prevention

Physiotherapy helps by:

Education & Awareness

Teaching proper foot care, footwear choice, and daily inspection.

Improving Circulation

Aerobic exercise (walking, cycling) → enhances blood supply to extremities.

Calf pump exercises → reduce risk of peripheral arterial disease.

Neuromuscular Training

Balance & gait training → reduces fall and injury risk.

Strengthening intrinsic foot muscles → prevents deformities (claw toes, hammer toes).

Sensory Re-education

Vibration, texture stimulation, and balance training help maintain some sensory awareness.

Wound Healing Support

Modalities like TENS, LASER, or ultrasound (low intensity) may help tissue healing.

🔹 Preventive Measures in Diabetic Foot

Every diabetic patient should follow these foot-care tips:

Daily Foot Inspection

Check for cuts, blisters, redness, swelling, or nail problems. Use a mirror if needed.

Proper Footwear

Wear soft, well-fitted shoes (no high heels, no tight shoes).

Avoid walking barefoot (even indoors).

Skin Care

Keep feet clean and dry.

Moisturize but not between toes (prevents fungal infection).

Nail & Callus Care

Cut nails straight across.

Avoid sharp objects for cleaning calluses (risk of wounds).

Good Blood Sugar Control

Stable glucose prevents further nerve & vessel damage.

Regular Physiotherapy & Exercise

Walking, cycling, swimming improve circulation & muscle health.

Avoid high-impact exercise if neuropathy is severe (risk of injury).

Routine Medical Checkups

Annual foot exams with a podiatrist/physiotherapist.

09/08/2025

Erb’s Palsy
Erb’s palsy (also called Erb–Duchenne palsy) is a type of brachial plexus injury that affects the upper trunk (nerve roots C5–C6, sometimes C7).
It usually happens due to stretching or tearing of these nerves during birth or trauma.

Common Causes:

Birth trauma (most common) – shoulder dystocia during delivery

Excessive traction on the baby’s head/neck during delivery

Falls or accidents causing traction injury to neck

Sports injuries or motorcycle accidents in older children/adults

Typical Signs & Symptoms:

Weakness or paralysis of shoulder and upper arm muscles

“Waiter’s tip” posture: arm hangs by side, internally rotated, elbow extended, forearm pronated, wrist flexed

Weak or absent Moro reflex on the affected side in newborns

Loss of shoulder abduction, external rotation, elbow flexion, and forearm supination

Role of Physical Therapy in Erb’s Palsy

Physical therapy is critical to prevent long-term disability and maintain joint mobility while promoting nerve recovery.

Main Goals:

Maintain joint mobility → prevent contractures in shoulder, elbow, wrist, and fingers

Preserve muscle strength in unaffected muscles

Promote nerve regeneration and muscle re-education

Prevent secondary deformities like shoulder subluxation or internal rotation contracture

Interventions Include:

Gentle Passive Range of Motion (PROM): to maintain flexibility (especially shoulder abduction, external rotation, elbow flexion)

Positioning techniques: avoid prolonged internal rotation & adduction; proper sleeping positions

Sensory stimulation: massage, tactile stimulation to promote sensory awareness

Strengthening exercises: for partially innervated muscles once recovery starts

Splinting or orthoses: to maintain limb alignment and prevent contractures

Functional training: encourage use of the affected arm in play and daily activities

Parental education: teaching safe handling, positioning, and exercises at home

Hydrotherapy: warm water exercises to reduce resistance and encourage active movement

Prognosis:

Many infants recover completely within 3–6 months with therapy

Persistent weakness after 12 months may need surgical nerve graft or tendon transfer

19/07/2025

🦶 What is Achilles Tendonitis?

Achilles Tendonitis is the inflammation of the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles (gastrocnemius & soleus) to the heel bone (calcaneus).

🔍 Causes of Achilles Tendonitis:

Overuse (running, jumping)

Sudden increase in activity or training

Tight calf muscles

Improper footwear

Poor biomechanics (flat feet or high arches)

Lack of warm-up or stretching

⚠️ Symptoms:

Pain and stiffness in the back of the heel

Swelling and tenderness

Pain worsens with activity (especially running or jumping)

Morning stiffness or pain

Decreased strength and mobility

🧠 Types of Achilles Tendonitis:

TypeDescriptionInsertionalAffects the lower part where tendon meets heelNon-insertionalAffects the middle part of the tendon

🧑‍⚕️ Role of Physical Therapy in Achilles Tendonitis

Physical therapy is a key part of conservative (non-surgical) treatment. It aims to reduce pain, improve strength, mobility, and prevent re-injury.

✅ Physical Therapy Goals:

GoalBenefitReduce inflammation & painThrough modalities & gentle movementImprove flexibilityStretching tight calf and Achilles tendonStrengthen calf musclesEccentric training to support healingImprove gait & balancePrevent limping and reduce strain on the tendonPrevent future injuryEducation & footwear advice

🏃‍♂️ PT Techniques Used:

TechniquePurposeIce therapyReduces pain & swellingUltrasound or TENSPromotes tissue healingCalf stretchingImproves flexibility of calf & tendonEccentric loading exercises(e.g., heel drops) to remodel tendon tissueStrengthening exercisesTargets lower limb and foot musclesManual therapyMobilizes soft tissuesTaping or heel lift insertsReduces stress on tendonGait trainingCorrects faulty walking/running patterns

⏳ Recovery Time:

Usually 6–12 weeks with consistent physiotherapy.

Chronic cases may take longer and need advanced intervention (shockwave, PRP, or surgery in rare cases).

⚠️ Important Advice:

Avoid running or jumping during flare-ups.

Don't ignore heel pain – early rehab gives better results.

Warm-up before and stretch after workouts.

16/07/2025

🧠 What is Parkinson's Disease?

Parkinson’s Disease is a chronic, progressive neurological disorder that affects movement. It occurs due to the loss of dopamine-producing cells in the brain (specifically in the substantia nigra).

🔍 Key Symptoms:

Motor SymptomsNon-Motor SymptomsTremor (shaking)Depression, anxietyBradykinesia (slowness of movement)Memory problemsMuscle stiffnessSleep disturbancesBalance & gait problemsConstipation, fatigue

🧘‍♂️ How Physical Therapy Helps in Parkinson's Disease

Physical Therapy (PT) is essential in managing symptoms, maintaining independence, and slowing disease progression.

🏋️‍♂️ Goals of Physiotherapy:

🕺 Improve mobility and balance

🦵 Increase muscle strength

🚶 Enhance walking ability and reduce fall risk

🧠 Promote brain-body coordination

🧍 Maintain posture and flexibility

📝 Physiotherapy Techniques Used in Parkinson's:

TechniquePurpose🚶‍♂️ Gait TrainingImprove walking pattern, speed, and reduce freezing🔁 Balance ExercisesPrevent falls and enhance stability🧘 Stretching & FlexibilityReduce stiffness and rigidity🧠 Dual-task TrainingImprove coordination between brain and body (e.g., walking while talking)🎶 Rhythmic Auditory CueingUsing music or metronome to improve walking💪 Strength TrainingBoost endurance and muscle strength🔄 Posture CorrectionPrevent stooped posture

15/07/2025

🔹 1. Varus Deformity (Bowlegs)

In this condition, the knees stay apart even when the ankles are together. It causes a medial (inward) angulation of the tibia.

Causes:

Congenital (from birth)

Rickets (Vitamin D deficiency)

Osteoarthritis

Bone malalignment after fracture

Blount's disease

Effects:

Increased stress on medial knee joint

Altered gait (walking pattern)

Knee pain and risk of early osteoarthritis

Physiotherapy Treatment:

Strengthening: Quadriceps, hip abductors, glutes

Stretching: TFL, IT band, hamstrings

Gait Training: To correct walking pattern

Orthotics: For proper foot alignment

Manual Therapy: Joint mobilizations if stiffness is present

Posture Correction: Education and training

Functional Exercises: Balance, proprioception training

🔹 2. Valgus Deformity (Knock-knees)

In this condition, the knees touch or angle inward when the ankles are apart, resulting in lateral (outward) angulation of the tibia.

Causes:

Genetic predisposition

Rickets

Obesity

Growth abnormalities

Previous trauma

Rheumatoid arthritis

Effects:

Strain on the lateral knee structures

Patellar maltracking

Increased risk of ACL injuries

Hip and foot compensations

Physiotherapy Treatment:

Strengthening: Gluteus medius, quadriceps, hamstrings

Stretching: Adductors, tensor fascia lata

Knee Alignment Exercises: Wall squats, bridges with band

Footwear Guidance: Supportive shoes or orthotics

Weight Management: If obesity is contributing

Neuromuscular Training: For hip-knee-foot coordination

Functional Re-education: Balance, coordination, gait retraining

🔹 3. Normal Alignment

The mechanical axis (line from hip to ankle) passes through the center of the knee joint. This is the ideal knee alignment, with minimal stress on joints.

14/07/2025

Iliotibial Band Syndrome (IT Band Syndrome) is a common overuse injury that affects the outer part of the knee and sometimes the hip. It’s especially common in runners, cyclists, and athletes who do repetitive knee bending and straightening.

🔍 What is IT Band Syndrome?

The Iliotibial (IT) Band is a thick band of connective tissue that runs from the hip (iliac crest) down the outer thigh and attaches just below the knee (lateral tibia).

In IT Band Syndrome:

The IT band rubs against the lateral femoral condyle (outer knee bone) during knee movement.

This causes inflammation, pain, and sometimes swelling.

⚠️ Symptoms of IT Band Syndrome

Sharp or burning pain on the outer side of the knee

Pain worsens with running, climbing stairs, or squatting

May feel a clicking or snapping on the outside of the knee

Tightness along the outer thigh

🏥 Causes / Risk Factors

Overuse (especially running or cycling)

Poor biomechanics (e.g., overpronation, leg length difference)

Weak hip and core muscles

Tight IT band or tensor fascia lata (TFL)

Improper footwear

Sudden increase in training intensity or mileage

🧑‍⚕️ Physical Therapy Treatment for IT Band Syndrome

Physical therapy focuses on:

✅ 1. Pain Relief

Ice therapy: To reduce inflammation

Modalities: Ultrasound, TENS, or IFT (interferential therapy)

✅ 2. Manual Therapy

Myofascial release of IT band and surrounding muscles

Deep tissue massage to reduce tightness in TFL, gluteus maximus

✅ 3. Stretching Exercises

IT band stretch (cross-leg stretch)

Tensor fascia lata (TFL) stretch

Gluteal and hamstring stretches

✅ 4. Strengthening Exercises

Gluteus medius and minimus (hip abductors)

Core strengthening

Clamshells, side-lying leg lifts, monster walks with resistance band

✅ 5. Foam Rolling

Use a foam roller along the IT band to release tension

✅ 6. Corrective Training

Gait analysis and correction

Footwear analysis (orthotics if needed)

Running technique correction

✅ 7. Gradual Return to Activity

Gradual increase in running/cycling under supervision

Proper warm-up and cool-down

🧠 Prevention Tips

Stretch IT band and surrounding muscles regularly

Strengthen hips and glutes

Avoid sudden increases in training

Use proper shoes and running surface

13/07/2025

Good Posture vs Bad Posture – It Makes All the Difference! 💪🦴

Your posture speaks louder than words!
❌ Slouching, wrong lifting techniques, and poor sitting habits can lead to back pain, muscle strain, and long-term spinal issues.
✅ Good posture improves balance, reduces fatigue, prevents injuries, and boosts confidence!

📌 Choose the right way to sit, stand, lift, and carry — your body will thank you!
💡 Start small. Sit straight. Stand tall. Lift smart.
If you have pain due to any postural issues... So do consult with experts physios at Aqsa Physiotherapy Clinic

12/07/2025

🚨 Bad Sitting Posture - A Silent Threat to Your Health
Spending hours in a slouched or hunched posture can have serious consequences on your body. Here's how it affects you:

Compressed lungs & heart 🫁💔
Poor posture limits chest expansion, reducing lung capacity and increasing the risk of cardiovascular issues.

Tight hip flexors & weak abs
Sitting for long periods shortens hip flexors and weakens core muscles, affecting balance and mobility.

Poor circulation & muscle degeneration 🦵
Lack of movement decreases blood flow, especially in the legs, leading to muscle weakening and fatigue.

Less oxygen to your brain 🧠
A hunched back restricts oxygen flow, leading to decreased focus, memory issues, and mental fatigue.

Strained neck & kyphosis
Forward head posture puts excessive strain on the neck and upper back, leading to chronic pain and spinal deformity.

Bad back & inflexible spine
Poor posture increases pressure on spinal discs and leads to stiffness and back pain.

Weak glutes
Prolonged sitting deactivates glute muscles, affecting walking, running, and posture stability.

✅ Good Posture: Your Body’s Best Ally

✔ Keeps your bones and joints in correct alignment
✔ Reduces stress on ligaments and muscles
✔ Prevents fatigue and back pain
✔ Improves breathing and circulation

🏥 How Physiotherapy Can Help?

Physiotherapy plays a vital role in correcting postural imbalances through:

🔹 Postural Assessment – Identifying your unique postural faults
🔹 Strengthening Exercises – Targeting weak muscles (core, glutes, scapular stabilizers)
🔹 Stretching Tight Muscles – Especially hip flexors, hamstrings, chest
🔹 Manual Therapy – Soft tissue mobilization and spinal adjustments
🔹 Ergonomic Advice – For your workplace and daily life habits
🔹 Education & Habit Training – Teaching you how to sit, stand, and move properly

📍 Don’t ignore your posture — your spine remembers every habit!
✨ Visit for a personalized postural correction plan.
📆 Book your assessment today and take the first step toward a pain-free, upright life!

11/07/2025

Forward Head Posture (FHP) ایک عام musculoskeletal مسئلہ ہے جس میں سر کا پوزیشن نارمل کے مقابلے میں آگے کی طرف جھک جاتا ہے۔ یہ اکثر گردن اور کمر کے مسائل کی جڑ ہوتا ہے۔

🔹 Forward Head Posture کیا ہے؟

یہ وہ حالت ہے جب:

سر کندھوں سے آگے کی طرف جھک جاتا ہے

گردن میں curve ختم یا کم ہوجاتی ہے (cervical lordosis کم یا reverse ہو سکتی ہے)

🔹 کن مسلز میں کھچاؤ (Weak/Lengthened muscles) ہوتا ہے؟

یہ وہ muscles ہوتے ہیں جو کھنچ جاتے ہیں اور کمزور ہو جاتے ہیں:

1. Deep cervical flexors (جیسے longus colli, longus capitis)

2. Lower trapezius

3. Rhomboids

4. Serratus anterior

5. Shoulder retractors

🔹 کن مسلز میں tightness (Shortened muscles) ہوتی ہے؟

1. Upper trapezius

2. Levator scapulae

3. Sternocleidomastoid (SCM)

4. Pectoralis major & minor

5. Suboccipital muscles

🔹 Forward Head Posture میں درد کہاں ہوتا ہے؟

گردن (Neck pain)

کندھے (Shoulder pain)

اوپر کمر (Upper back pain)

سر درد (Headaches) – خاص طور پر tension-type

آنکھوں کے پیچھے یا پیشانی میں درد

بعض اوقات نیند میں مسئلہ یا تھکن

🔹 کن لوگوں میں یہ زیادہ ہوتا ہے؟

Students & office workers (زیادہ دیر بیٹھ کر کام کرنے والے)

Mobile/Computer users (Text neck)

Long drivers

Poor ergonomics رکھنے والے لوگ

Osteoporosis یا spinal deformity والے مریض

🔹 Medical Terminology میں اسے کیا کہتے ہیں؟

Forward Head Posture (FHP)

Cervical Postural Syndrome

Text Neck Syndrome (modern term)

🔹 Physical Therapy سے علاج کیسے ممکن ہے؟

✅ Assessment:

Postural analysis

Range of motion test

Muscle imbalance identification

✅ Treatment Plan:

1. Stretching Tight Muscles:

Upper trapezius

SCM

Pectoralis muscles

2. Strengthening Weak Muscles:

Deep neck flexors

Rhomboids

Lower trapezius

Scapular stabilizers

3. Posture Correction Exercises:

Chin tucks

Wall angels

Shoulder blade squeezes

4. Manual Therapy:

Trigger point release

Mobilization of cervical spine

Myofascial release

5. Ergonomic Advice:

Correct desk & screen height

Frequent breaks

Use of lumbar and neck support

6. Patient Education:

Awareness of posture

Home exercises

10/07/2025

🌟 What is Scoliosis?

Scoliosis is a irregular sideways curvature of the spine, usually occurring during the growth spurt just before puberty. The spine may look like an “S” or “C” shape when viewed from behind.

Normal spine: straight when seen from behind

Scoliotic spine: curved to the side, often with rotation

It can be mild, moderate, or severe, depending on the angle of the curve (Cobb angle).

🔍 Types of Scoliosis

1. Idiopathic Scoliosis (Most common)

Cause unknown

Subtypes:

Infantile (0-3 years)

Juvenile (4-10 years)

Adolescent (11-18 years)

2. Congenital Scoliosis

Present at birth due to abnormal vertebrae formation.

3. Neuromuscular Scoliosis

Caused by nervous system or muscle conditions like cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy.

4. Degenerative (Adult) Scoliosis

Occurs due to wear and tear of the spine with age.

5. Functional (Non-structural) Scoliosis

Caused by muscle spasms, leg length difference, or inflammation. Spine is structurally normal.

Certainly! Here's the continuation in English, describing the types of scoliosis based on the spinal region affected:

🧍‍♂️ Types of Scoliosis by Spinal Location:

1. Thoracic Scoliosis

The curve is located in the mid-back or upper spine, specifically in the thoracic region (behind the ribcage).

It often causes a visible rib hump due to spinal rotation.

In severe cases, it can affect breathing by reducing lung space.

2. Lumbar Scoliosis

The curve is in the lower back, or lumbar region of the spine.

This type is more likely to cause lower back pain, postural changes, and imbalance.

Usually doesn’t affect the ribs or breathing.

3. Thoracolumbar Scoliosis

The curve starts in the lower thoracic and extends into the upper lumbar spine.

It’s a combination and can show characteristics of both thoracic and lumbar scoliosis.

4. Cervical Scoliosis (Rare)

A curve in the neck region (cervical spine).

May cause neck stiffness, head tilt, and nerve symptoms if severe.

5. Double Curve or S-Shaped Scoliosis

The spine has two curves – typically one in the thoracic and one in the lumbar region.

Often more balanced in appearance, but may still lead to pain or posture issues.

💪 How Physical Therapy Helps in Scoliosis

Physical therapy doesn’t "fix" scoliosis but helps manage symptoms, improves posture, and prevents curve progression.

✅ Goals of Physical Therapy:

Improve posture and alignment

Strengthen core and back muscles

Increase flexibility and mobility

Reduce pain and stiffness

Educate about proper body mechanics

Avoid surgery if possible

🧘‍♀️ Common Physical Therapy Techniques:

1. Schroth Method

A scoliosis-specific exercise approach focusing on posture correction, breathing, and muscle symmetry.

2. Postural Training

Teaching patients how to sit, stand, and move correctly.

3. Stretching and Strengthening

Stretch tight muscles and strengthen weak ones (esp. abdominal, back, glutes).

4. Manual Therapy

Hands-on techniques to relieve tight tissues and improve mobility.

5. Balance and Core Training

Improve stability and coordination.

6. Home Exercise Program

Custom plan to continue progress outside therapy sessions.

09/07/2025

PHYSIOTHERAPIST OF THE MONTH
🎉✨🥼
Congratulations to Ayesha Siddiqa, 💐✨our 10th-semester student, on being awarded Physiotherapist of the Month for her outstanding work in OPD!
Her dedication and passion for physiotherapy are truly inspiring. We're proud to recognize her as Physiotherapist of the Month!

08/07/2025

🎉 Celebrating 1 Year of Healing & Hope! 🎉
On 8th July 2025, we proudly celebrated 1 year of OPD at Aqsa Physiotherapy Clinic – a year full of dedication, care, and countless recovered smiles. 💪💚

A special cake-cutting ceremony 🎂 and certificate distribution 🎓 honored our incredible students who worked tirelessly throughout the year to serve patients with passion and professionalism. 🙌✨

Here’s to many more milestones of service and success! 🌟

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