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.
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. Della Valle notes that limiting tourniquet use can also reduce opioid consumption.
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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) Who gets ischiofemoral impingement?
Orthopedic Principles
MAY 3, 2025
Epidemiology and Presentation Much less common than Achilles tendon ruptures. 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. Tendon behaves like a spring during gait, storing and releasing energy.
OrthoSpineNews
JULY 7, 2025
“The current standard of care for ACL reconstruction involves using a graft from the patient’s hamstring or patellar tendon to replace the ACL,” said Kurt Spindler, M.D., Previous BEAR Implant studies compared the BEAR Implant to the hamstring autograft.
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.,
Chiropractic Economics
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
These are the standard postural checkpoints that need to be part of your examination process, regardless of the patient’s presenting complaint. However, dynamic assessment is perfect to find the inelastic soft tissues that statically present as normal. The spinal curves are balanced, not reduced or in excess. References Safa BN, et al.
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