Hip Rotation: Measurement Techniques, Importance, and Interpretation
Hip rotation is measured using a goniometer or inclinometer, typically with the hip and knee at 90 degrees while supine, to quantify the internal and ...
By Jordan
Category: Musculoskeletal Health
Browsing all articles filed under the "Musculoskeletal Health" category.
Subtalar Ligament: Anatomy, Functions, and Clinical Importance
The subtalar ligament, primarily the interosseous talocalcaneal ligament (ITCL), is the subtalar joint's main stabilizer, limiting excessive motion an...
By Hart
Quadriceps Femoris: Attachment to the Knee, Biomechanics, and Injuries
The quadriceps femoris muscle attaches to the knee via the quadriceps tendon, which encompasses the patella, and then continues as the patellar ligame...
By Hart
Footwear and Hip Health: How Shoes Impact Your Hips and Kinetic Chain
Footwear significantly influences hip mechanics and overall hip health by altering ground reaction forces, joint alignment, and muscle activation thro...
By Alex
Shoulder Labral Tears: Diagnosis, Imaging Modalities, and Why MRA is Key
Magnetic Resonance Arthrography (MRA) is considered the gold standard for definitively diagnosing a shoulder labral tear due to its superior ability t...
By Jordan
Neck Rotations: Key Muscles, Deep Stabilizers, and Importance of Balance
Neck rotations engage a complex network of superficial and deep cervical muscles, including the Sternocleidomastoid, Splenius muscles, Semispinalis gr...
By Jordan
Atlanto-Occipital Joint: Anatomy, Function, and Clinical Importance
The atlanto-occipital joint is the paired synovial joint between the occipital bone and the atlas (C1 vertebra), primarily responsible for the nodding...
By Jordan
Ankle Ligament Injuries: Understanding Diagnosis, Treatment, and Rehabilitation
The procedure for ankle ligament injuries involves a comprehensive approach encompassing accurate diagnosis, tailored treatment, and structured rehabi...
By Alex
Joint Injuries: Understanding Dislocation, Subluxation, and Deformity
A joint displacement is primarily called a dislocation or partial subluxation, while deformity refers to a persistent alteration in a joint's normal s...
By Hart
