ChiroUp

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Understanding the etiology, clinical presentation, and evidence-based treatment protocols for Achilles tendinopathy is essential for chiropractors seeking to provide effective care. Symptoms of Achilles Tendinitis The clinical presentation of Achilles tendinopathy varies depending on whether the condition is acute or chronic.

Chiropractor

OrthoSpineNews

MARCH 11, 2025

The reason that tourniquet use during TKA has been associated with increased post-operative pain is because the device compresses the quadricep and hamstring muscles to restrict blood flow during the operation. In arthrofibrosis, excessive scar tissue forms in and around a joint after an operation.

Physical therapy

ChiroUp

MAY 1, 2025

9,12-14) Acquired contributors occur secondary to hip osteoarthritis, hip fracture, total hip replacement, Legg-Calve-Perthes disease (childhood femoral head avascular necrosis), expansile bony lesions, or proximal hamstring enthesopathy. (13) 14) Frequently mimics hamstring tendon pain. (5) The Journal of bone and joint surgery.

Diagnosis

Orthopedic Principles

MAY 3, 2025

Epidemiology and Presentation Much less common than Achilles tendon ruptures. May require IP joint fusion to stabilize toe. Hamstring autografts may be used in revisions or when allografts aren’t viable. Pathophysiology and Biomechanics Ruptures often occur in tendons with pre-existing tendinopathy. Risks: big toe droop.

Hamstring

Chiropractic Economics

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

1 Basically, soft tissue stiffness predisposes them to injury and creates abnormal joint position and function. In addition, muscles act in synergistic patterns to allow smooth, coordinated joint motion. Conversely, joint misalignments (weak/poor posture) can lead to inelastic soft tissues due to plastic deformation.

Posture

ChiroUp

MAY 31, 2024

Differentiating lumbar radiculopathies from hamstring strains can be challenging; however, Braggard test can help, as hamstring symptoms typically remain unaffected by this maneuver, while lumbar spine issues may be exacerbated. (7) Extreme lateral lumbar disc herniation: clinical presentation in 178 patients. Pesonen, J.,

Radiculopathy

Beecher Chiropractic

MAY 8, 2024

Only nerve pain will cross two joints, in this case the hip and knee. If the pain stops in the hamstring or the front of the thigh, it is not sciatica. Usually, the sciatic patient will present with a sharp pain on the outside of their calf. Another aspect of sciatica is that it is typically only on one side.

Sciatica