Faulty Biomechanics of the Lower Extremities, How A Simple Biomechanics Dysfu...Dr. James Stoxen DC
This document discusses faulty biomechanics of the lower extremities, specifically simple foot pronation, and its effects on the aging process. Simple foot pronation is one of the most common biomechanical dysfunctions, and if left untreated can accelerate the aging process through a "cascading domino effect". The document outlines the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of issues related to foot pronation through reducing weakness, increasing strength, and emphasizing proper footwear and training of muscles in the foot, calf, knee, hip, and back. The goal of treatment is to support pronation and reduce pain and protective spasms through various passive and active strengthening techniques.
Walk and Run For Life! Through Lever Mechanisms Or Spring Mechanisms? Melbour...Dr. James Stoxen DC
Running, as decades of studies have shown, is one of the best ways for your patients to put distance between themselves and the aging process. The medical quandary, though, has been determining for mature patients when the physical demands of running – the wear and tear on bone and joints — outweigh the enormous anti-aging benefits. Many physicians err on the side of caution, supportive footwear, orthotics and even prematurely advising patients to stop running. It’s been a pleasure to be here in Australia. Many of you know the “Blue Wiggle” Anthony Field, and it’s interesting that you’re coming to a medical conference and you’re hearing a doctor talk about anti-aging medicine and the application of bare-foot running and that was certainly the exact same thing that the client said, when I recommended barefoot running and barefoot training to him back in 2004. What happened was this individual had chronic pain, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, which obviously was misdiagnosed, and he had clinical depression. To learn more about Dr. Stoxen’s other Lecture he gave entitled, ‘The Inflammation-Depression Connection at The 6th Annual A5M Conference In Anti-Aging & Aesthetic Medicine, click here I’m talking about the ‘Wiggles’ by the way and they were only in Chicago for approximately 48 hours, and we had a limited amount of time to try to fix this chronic condition that Anthony had for 25 years. What I did was what he called “the pain exorcism” which was a 15-hour-straight treatment broken up between, shows. Basically this was a grueling release of the human spring mechanism, and the flushing of the inflammatory chemicals with various therapies that was, extremely aggressive. - See more at: http://teamdoctorsblog.com/2013/03/lecture-video-and-power-point-notes-for-walk-and-run-for-life-through-lever-mechanisms-or-spring-mechanisms-melbourne-australia-august-19-2012/#sthash.oT1pIjK6.dpuf
Pain is a warning signal that something is wrong. Our bones should not hurt when they grow and our legs should not hurt when we exercise. View this presentation to learn more.
Shin splints are caused by fatigue and trauma to the muscles and tendons in the lower leg and ankle area from the excessive force exerted during activities like running and dancing. Athletes, runners, dancers, and aggressive walkers are most at risk. Shin splints can be avoided by using good quality shoes, gradually increasing exercise intensity, taking rest days, warming up, and watching for proper form. Overuse from hard surfaces, uneven ground, increasing exercise too quickly, or worn shoes can also cause shin splints. Treatments include resting, icing, anti-inflammatory medication, arch supports, exercises, compression sleeves, and elevation.
A Groin injury is one of the most common injuries that occur in sports, especially football. The term describes stress of the Adductor muscles that are situated inside the thigh. The injury usually occurs when the muscle is forcibly stretched beyond its limits and the muscular tissue splits.
At De Pere at Dawn on 3/14 for "Healthy Living for Spring," lead physical therapist for Aurora BayCare Sport Medicine, Corey Kunzer, presented on the new trend of running barefoot. Fascinating!!
Groin discomfort as well as tenderness establishes from a selection of reasons including athletic and non-athletic injuries in addition to inner physiological elements.
Forgotten in the complexity of attempting to identify. Groin discomfort is tendon laxity. Damaged, torn ligaments that cause instability. Consequently, physicians experienced in ligament reference patterns should be gotten in touch with in cases of groin discomfort.
Shin splints are a common overuse injury that results from inflammation of the muscles and tissues in the front of the lower leg. They typically occur in beginner or returning runners due to tight calf muscles or a sudden increase in speed or distance. Symptoms include pain along the shin bone that is worse with activity and the next morning. Treatment involves rest, ice, stretching, and strengthening exercises to prevent reoccurrence.
Faulty Biomechanics of the Lower Extremities, How A Simple Biomechanics Dysfu...Dr. James Stoxen DC
This document discusses faulty biomechanics of the lower extremities, specifically simple foot pronation, and its effects on the aging process. Simple foot pronation is one of the most common biomechanical dysfunctions, and if left untreated can accelerate the aging process through a "cascading domino effect". The document outlines the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of issues related to foot pronation through reducing weakness, increasing strength, and emphasizing proper footwear and training of muscles in the foot, calf, knee, hip, and back. The goal of treatment is to support pronation and reduce pain and protective spasms through various passive and active strengthening techniques.
Walk and Run For Life! Through Lever Mechanisms Or Spring Mechanisms? Melbour...Dr. James Stoxen DC
Running, as decades of studies have shown, is one of the best ways for your patients to put distance between themselves and the aging process. The medical quandary, though, has been determining for mature patients when the physical demands of running – the wear and tear on bone and joints — outweigh the enormous anti-aging benefits. Many physicians err on the side of caution, supportive footwear, orthotics and even prematurely advising patients to stop running. It’s been a pleasure to be here in Australia. Many of you know the “Blue Wiggle” Anthony Field, and it’s interesting that you’re coming to a medical conference and you’re hearing a doctor talk about anti-aging medicine and the application of bare-foot running and that was certainly the exact same thing that the client said, when I recommended barefoot running and barefoot training to him back in 2004. What happened was this individual had chronic pain, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, which obviously was misdiagnosed, and he had clinical depression. To learn more about Dr. Stoxen’s other Lecture he gave entitled, ‘The Inflammation-Depression Connection at The 6th Annual A5M Conference In Anti-Aging & Aesthetic Medicine, click here I’m talking about the ‘Wiggles’ by the way and they were only in Chicago for approximately 48 hours, and we had a limited amount of time to try to fix this chronic condition that Anthony had for 25 years. What I did was what he called “the pain exorcism” which was a 15-hour-straight treatment broken up between, shows. Basically this was a grueling release of the human spring mechanism, and the flushing of the inflammatory chemicals with various therapies that was, extremely aggressive. - See more at: http://teamdoctorsblog.com/2013/03/lecture-video-and-power-point-notes-for-walk-and-run-for-life-through-lever-mechanisms-or-spring-mechanisms-melbourne-australia-august-19-2012/#sthash.oT1pIjK6.dpuf
Pain is a warning signal that something is wrong. Our bones should not hurt when they grow and our legs should not hurt when we exercise. View this presentation to learn more.
Shin splints are caused by fatigue and trauma to the muscles and tendons in the lower leg and ankle area from the excessive force exerted during activities like running and dancing. Athletes, runners, dancers, and aggressive walkers are most at risk. Shin splints can be avoided by using good quality shoes, gradually increasing exercise intensity, taking rest days, warming up, and watching for proper form. Overuse from hard surfaces, uneven ground, increasing exercise too quickly, or worn shoes can also cause shin splints. Treatments include resting, icing, anti-inflammatory medication, arch supports, exercises, compression sleeves, and elevation.
A Groin injury is one of the most common injuries that occur in sports, especially football. The term describes stress of the Adductor muscles that are situated inside the thigh. The injury usually occurs when the muscle is forcibly stretched beyond its limits and the muscular tissue splits.
At De Pere at Dawn on 3/14 for "Healthy Living for Spring," lead physical therapist for Aurora BayCare Sport Medicine, Corey Kunzer, presented on the new trend of running barefoot. Fascinating!!
Groin discomfort as well as tenderness establishes from a selection of reasons including athletic and non-athletic injuries in addition to inner physiological elements.
Forgotten in the complexity of attempting to identify. Groin discomfort is tendon laxity. Damaged, torn ligaments that cause instability. Consequently, physicians experienced in ligament reference patterns should be gotten in touch with in cases of groin discomfort.
Shin splints are a common overuse injury that results from inflammation of the muscles and tissues in the front of the lower leg. They typically occur in beginner or returning runners due to tight calf muscles or a sudden increase in speed or distance. Symptoms include pain along the shin bone that is worse with activity and the next morning. Treatment involves rest, ice, stretching, and strengthening exercises to prevent reoccurrence.
Rehabilitation of rectus Femoris Injuries. Experience at Sevilla FC
José Conde And Adolfo Muñoz
8th MuscleTech Network Workshop
Tuesday 4th October, 2016
Patellar tendonitis is an overuse injury of the tendon connecting the patella (knee cap) to the tibia bone below. It is caused by repetitive jumping, kicking, running or plyometric movements that exert force on the knee. Symptoms include tenderness and pain below the knee before, during and after activity. Treatment involves rest, ice, anti-inflammatory medication, bracing and physical therapy exercises. Prevention through strength training of the quadriceps muscles and allowing for rest days can help avoid this overuse injury.
This document provides an overview of anatomy, biomechanics, diagnosis, and rehabilitation of groin and hip injuries. It begins with the objectives, then covers anatomy and biomechanics, including muscle imbalance and fascial slings. Diagnosis sections cover subjective assessments like mechanisms of injury and objective tests like range of motion and impingement tests. Common pathologies are discussed like athletic pubalgia, labral tears, and adductor and hip injuries. Rehabilitation principles and a progressive exercise plan are outlined.
This document discusses hip injuries in athletes. It notes that hip injuries are the second most common injury in college athletes. Many are soft tissue injuries that improve with rest and treatment, but some require surgery. It describes a former basketball player, Steve, who had chronic hip pain for many years before receiving a hip replacement. The document then discusses causes of hip pain like impingement from activities like running and squatting. It introduces the concept of femoroacetabular impingement as a cause of hip injuries and labral tears. The treatment of impingement through hip arthroscopy is discussed along with the story of another athlete, Jason, who was successfully treated this way.
Hip and Thigh injuries in sports such as- Perthes Disease, Osteitis Pubis, Avascular Necrosis of The Femoral Head, Hip Pointer, Classic Groin Strain, ‘Pull’ Or Adductor Tendinopathy, Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Trochanteric Bursitis/Gluteus Medius Tendinopathy, Iliopsoas strain, Quadriceps strain, Irritable Hip etc.
Musculoskeletal System Assessment & DisordersMuhammadasif909
Red bone marrow
Found in flat bones of sternum, ribs, and ileum
Produces blood cells and hemoglobin
Yellow bone marrow
Found in shaft of long bones
Contains fat and connective tissue
A course Review from James Moore's Sporting Hip and Groin Course - February 2016 (Highly Recommend!). Following my attendance of the course, i performed my own research on 'The Sporting Hip and Groin' and incorporated this into the course review which I presented to the Sports Science and Medicine staff at Wigan Athletic FC. Further references available upon request.
Back pain affects millions of people who spend billions of dollars trying to end the pain. Unfortunately, for many the pain never seems to end, that is because attention is focused on the symptoms and not the source of the symptom. This lecture identifies the source of back pain and more importantly, it provides a life-long solution.
Learn more at www.HyProCure.com.
Knee pain is a very common condition. Traditional measures only address symptoms while the underlying cause is still present. Find out why and what additional steps need to be taken.
Learn more at www.HyProCure.com.
Triathlons pose risks of injury to competitors. Common injuries include swimmer's shoulder from repetitive overhead motions of swimming, biker's back from improper bike setup or form, runner's knee from overuse or muscle imbalances, and Achilles tendonitis also from overuse. However, many triathlon injuries are preventable through measures like allowing adequate rest between workouts, following the 10% rule of gradual increases in training, stretching, and addressing muscle imbalances or equipment fit issues. While injuries may still occur, taking proper precautions can help athletes minimize risks and enjoy competing in triathlons.
This document discusses injuries to connective tissues like cartilage, ligaments, and tendons. It describes cartilage's role in joints and degenerative joint disease as cartilage degrades over time. Anterior cruciate ligament injuries are discussed along with various causes and a six-phase rehabilitation process. Tendons like the Achilles tendon can be injured by overuse or sudden movements, and treatment focuses on RICE (rest, ice, compression, and elevation) along with exercises.
The document provides an overview of the musculoskeletal system, including its anatomy, physiology, assessment, diagnostic tests, and age-related changes. Key points include:
- The skeletal and muscular systems make up the musculoskeletal system, with bones, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and joints.
- Assessment involves history, physical exam including gait, posture, range of motion, and related systems. Diagnostic tests include radiography, MRI, lab tests, and invasive procedures.
- Age-related changes consist of decreased bone density, increased prominence, kyphosis, cartilage degeneration, decreased range of motion, muscle atrophy, and slowed movement.
This document discusses common lower body sports injuries, including ACL tears and Achilles tendon tears. It provides classifications of sports injuries, then describes the history, causes, signs and symptoms, treatment and prevention of lower body injuries. ACL tears typically result from impacts or changes in direction that put abnormal shear forces on the knee. Achilles tendon tears are often due to overuse or not properly stretching the tendon. Treatment depends on the severity of the injury but may include casting, surgery, rehabilitation, and prevention through stretching and strengthening muscles.
This document contains an exam review covering topics related to the skeletal and muscular systems. It includes questions about bone types, the functions of different bone structures, types of joints and their characteristics, muscle contractions, and terminology used to describe muscle and joint actions. The review covers key anatomical structures and their functions to prepare students for an exam on musculoskeletal anatomy and kinesiology.
A short and descriptive presentation on total hip replacement surgery. This presentation gives brief idea about the causes of arthritis of hip and its management. This presentation also provides information on total hip replacement procedure.
Dr.A.Mohan krishna
Consultant orthopedic surgeon
Apollo hospitals,
Hyderabad
Appointments: 9247258989
9441184590
www.drmohankrishna.com
www.bonesandjointsclinic.com
www.healthyjointclub.com
Suffering from knee pain? It is important to know you what is the cause of your knee pain and their physiotherapy treatment also. To know your types of pain and their various pain management treatment my slide will help you.
Tennis leg, also known as a torn "monkey muscle", is a rupture of the medial head of the gastrocnemius muscle where it merges with the Achilles tendon. It is commonly seen in middle-aged tennis and squash players during sudden knee extension with the foot dorsiflexed. Patients experience immediate pain and swelling in the calf with difficulty walking. Diagnosis can be confirmed with Simmonds' test and imaging if needed to differentiate from other causes of calf pain like deep vein thrombosis. Initial treatment focuses on RICE therapy followed by mobilization and physiotherapy to regain range of motion and strength.
Labral Reconstruction: Newport Beach, CA 2014washingtonortho
This document summarizes information about labral reconstruction surgery of the hip. It discusses indications for revision or primary reconstruction including previous resection with pain or an unstable hip. Autograft and allograft options are presented including iliotibial band, hamstrings, tibialis muscles. Literature on outcomes is reviewed showing improved hip scores post-op though some patients required later hip replacement. A case example of a bilateral reconstruction is also provided.
This document discusses recent developments in orthotic devices for physiotherapy. It describes three devices:
1) SOPHIA, a soft robotic exoskeleton with a brain-machine interface and sensorized glove that aids in hand extension rehabilitation exercises.
2) A voice-controlled hand orthosis prototype to help with stroke rehabilitation.
3) A 3D printed mesh arm orthosis with an integrated ultrasound therapy system, which was found to accelerate healing and reduce orthosis wearing time.
The Inverted Pendulum, Spring Mass and Integrated Spring Mass Approach to Tre...Dr. James Stoxen DC
This document provides information on plantar fasciitis, including its definition, symptoms, causes, and treatment approaches. Some key points:
- Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain and involves inflammation of the plantar fascia, which runs along the bottom of the foot.
- Symptoms include pain along the bottom of the heel that is usually worst with first steps in the morning or after periods of rest.
- Common causes are thought to be overuse from activities like running that place repetitive stress on the plantar fascia. Standing for long periods can also strain the fascia.
- Traditional treatment focuses on stretching the calf muscles and plantar fascia, but
Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain. It involves inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of connective tissue running along the bottom of the foot. While some believe that tight calf muscles or heel spurs can cause plantar fasciitis by increasing tension on the plantar fascia, the true causes are debated. The spring-mass model of locomotion, which views the leg as a spring, may better explain plantar fasciitis than models involving stiff legs or tight muscles alone. Prevention focuses on proper footwear and avoiding prolonged standing.
Rehabilitation of rectus Femoris Injuries. Experience at Sevilla FC
José Conde And Adolfo Muñoz
8th MuscleTech Network Workshop
Tuesday 4th October, 2016
Patellar tendonitis is an overuse injury of the tendon connecting the patella (knee cap) to the tibia bone below. It is caused by repetitive jumping, kicking, running or plyometric movements that exert force on the knee. Symptoms include tenderness and pain below the knee before, during and after activity. Treatment involves rest, ice, anti-inflammatory medication, bracing and physical therapy exercises. Prevention through strength training of the quadriceps muscles and allowing for rest days can help avoid this overuse injury.
This document provides an overview of anatomy, biomechanics, diagnosis, and rehabilitation of groin and hip injuries. It begins with the objectives, then covers anatomy and biomechanics, including muscle imbalance and fascial slings. Diagnosis sections cover subjective assessments like mechanisms of injury and objective tests like range of motion and impingement tests. Common pathologies are discussed like athletic pubalgia, labral tears, and adductor and hip injuries. Rehabilitation principles and a progressive exercise plan are outlined.
This document discusses hip injuries in athletes. It notes that hip injuries are the second most common injury in college athletes. Many are soft tissue injuries that improve with rest and treatment, but some require surgery. It describes a former basketball player, Steve, who had chronic hip pain for many years before receiving a hip replacement. The document then discusses causes of hip pain like impingement from activities like running and squatting. It introduces the concept of femoroacetabular impingement as a cause of hip injuries and labral tears. The treatment of impingement through hip arthroscopy is discussed along with the story of another athlete, Jason, who was successfully treated this way.
Hip and Thigh injuries in sports such as- Perthes Disease, Osteitis Pubis, Avascular Necrosis of The Femoral Head, Hip Pointer, Classic Groin Strain, ‘Pull’ Or Adductor Tendinopathy, Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Trochanteric Bursitis/Gluteus Medius Tendinopathy, Iliopsoas strain, Quadriceps strain, Irritable Hip etc.
Musculoskeletal System Assessment & DisordersMuhammadasif909
Red bone marrow
Found in flat bones of sternum, ribs, and ileum
Produces blood cells and hemoglobin
Yellow bone marrow
Found in shaft of long bones
Contains fat and connective tissue
A course Review from James Moore's Sporting Hip and Groin Course - February 2016 (Highly Recommend!). Following my attendance of the course, i performed my own research on 'The Sporting Hip and Groin' and incorporated this into the course review which I presented to the Sports Science and Medicine staff at Wigan Athletic FC. Further references available upon request.
Back pain affects millions of people who spend billions of dollars trying to end the pain. Unfortunately, for many the pain never seems to end, that is because attention is focused on the symptoms and not the source of the symptom. This lecture identifies the source of back pain and more importantly, it provides a life-long solution.
Learn more at www.HyProCure.com.
Knee pain is a very common condition. Traditional measures only address symptoms while the underlying cause is still present. Find out why and what additional steps need to be taken.
Learn more at www.HyProCure.com.
Triathlons pose risks of injury to competitors. Common injuries include swimmer's shoulder from repetitive overhead motions of swimming, biker's back from improper bike setup or form, runner's knee from overuse or muscle imbalances, and Achilles tendonitis also from overuse. However, many triathlon injuries are preventable through measures like allowing adequate rest between workouts, following the 10% rule of gradual increases in training, stretching, and addressing muscle imbalances or equipment fit issues. While injuries may still occur, taking proper precautions can help athletes minimize risks and enjoy competing in triathlons.
This document discusses injuries to connective tissues like cartilage, ligaments, and tendons. It describes cartilage's role in joints and degenerative joint disease as cartilage degrades over time. Anterior cruciate ligament injuries are discussed along with various causes and a six-phase rehabilitation process. Tendons like the Achilles tendon can be injured by overuse or sudden movements, and treatment focuses on RICE (rest, ice, compression, and elevation) along with exercises.
The document provides an overview of the musculoskeletal system, including its anatomy, physiology, assessment, diagnostic tests, and age-related changes. Key points include:
- The skeletal and muscular systems make up the musculoskeletal system, with bones, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and joints.
- Assessment involves history, physical exam including gait, posture, range of motion, and related systems. Diagnostic tests include radiography, MRI, lab tests, and invasive procedures.
- Age-related changes consist of decreased bone density, increased prominence, kyphosis, cartilage degeneration, decreased range of motion, muscle atrophy, and slowed movement.
This document discusses common lower body sports injuries, including ACL tears and Achilles tendon tears. It provides classifications of sports injuries, then describes the history, causes, signs and symptoms, treatment and prevention of lower body injuries. ACL tears typically result from impacts or changes in direction that put abnormal shear forces on the knee. Achilles tendon tears are often due to overuse or not properly stretching the tendon. Treatment depends on the severity of the injury but may include casting, surgery, rehabilitation, and prevention through stretching and strengthening muscles.
This document contains an exam review covering topics related to the skeletal and muscular systems. It includes questions about bone types, the functions of different bone structures, types of joints and their characteristics, muscle contractions, and terminology used to describe muscle and joint actions. The review covers key anatomical structures and their functions to prepare students for an exam on musculoskeletal anatomy and kinesiology.
A short and descriptive presentation on total hip replacement surgery. This presentation gives brief idea about the causes of arthritis of hip and its management. This presentation also provides information on total hip replacement procedure.
Dr.A.Mohan krishna
Consultant orthopedic surgeon
Apollo hospitals,
Hyderabad
Appointments: 9247258989
9441184590
www.drmohankrishna.com
www.bonesandjointsclinic.com
www.healthyjointclub.com
Suffering from knee pain? It is important to know you what is the cause of your knee pain and their physiotherapy treatment also. To know your types of pain and their various pain management treatment my slide will help you.
Tennis leg, also known as a torn "monkey muscle", is a rupture of the medial head of the gastrocnemius muscle where it merges with the Achilles tendon. It is commonly seen in middle-aged tennis and squash players during sudden knee extension with the foot dorsiflexed. Patients experience immediate pain and swelling in the calf with difficulty walking. Diagnosis can be confirmed with Simmonds' test and imaging if needed to differentiate from other causes of calf pain like deep vein thrombosis. Initial treatment focuses on RICE therapy followed by mobilization and physiotherapy to regain range of motion and strength.
Labral Reconstruction: Newport Beach, CA 2014washingtonortho
This document summarizes information about labral reconstruction surgery of the hip. It discusses indications for revision or primary reconstruction including previous resection with pain or an unstable hip. Autograft and allograft options are presented including iliotibial band, hamstrings, tibialis muscles. Literature on outcomes is reviewed showing improved hip scores post-op though some patients required later hip replacement. A case example of a bilateral reconstruction is also provided.
This document discusses recent developments in orthotic devices for physiotherapy. It describes three devices:
1) SOPHIA, a soft robotic exoskeleton with a brain-machine interface and sensorized glove that aids in hand extension rehabilitation exercises.
2) A voice-controlled hand orthosis prototype to help with stroke rehabilitation.
3) A 3D printed mesh arm orthosis with an integrated ultrasound therapy system, which was found to accelerate healing and reduce orthosis wearing time.
The Inverted Pendulum, Spring Mass and Integrated Spring Mass Approach to Tre...Dr. James Stoxen DC
This document provides information on plantar fasciitis, including its definition, symptoms, causes, and treatment approaches. Some key points:
- Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain and involves inflammation of the plantar fascia, which runs along the bottom of the foot.
- Symptoms include pain along the bottom of the heel that is usually worst with first steps in the morning or after periods of rest.
- Common causes are thought to be overuse from activities like running that place repetitive stress on the plantar fascia. Standing for long periods can also strain the fascia.
- Traditional treatment focuses on stretching the calf muscles and plantar fascia, but
Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain. It involves inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of connective tissue running along the bottom of the foot. While some believe that tight calf muscles or heel spurs can cause plantar fasciitis by increasing tension on the plantar fascia, the true causes are debated. The spring-mass model of locomotion, which views the leg as a spring, may better explain plantar fasciitis than models involving stiff legs or tight muscles alone. Prevention focuses on proper footwear and avoiding prolonged standing.
Plantar fasciitis: This may happen to anyone who does not take care while wal...Dr. Savita Khandelwal
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain that involves inflammation of the thick band of tissue connecting the heel bone to the toes. It puts stress on the foot arch. Causes include age, certain exercises, foot mechanics, obesity, occupation, and footwear. Symptoms are pain on the bottom of the heel, worse in the morning and after prolonged activity. Treatment involves physiotherapy exercises to improve flexibility, massage, night splints, stretching, and supportive footwear. Complications can include pain spreading to other joints from an altered gait.
The document discusses the 20.50 Patellofemoral Brace as the only off-the-shelf rigid brace that functions between 20-50 degrees of flexion to improve patellofemoral tracking and control patellar subluxation. It summarizes the causes and symptoms of patellofemoral pain syndrome and describes how traditional soft braces have little impact when needed most. The 20.50 brace uses a rigid magnesium frame and unique strapping to counter lateral forces and allow natural patella movement.
Equinus Management for Improved Patient Outcomespadeheer
Equinus, or limited ankle dorsiflexion, is frequently an underlying cause of many foot and ankle pathologies. The document discusses several studies that show equinus is very common, present in over 90% of patients with foot or ankle symptoms. One study found that treating the underlying equinus deformity, rather than just orthotics, improved outcomes for patients. The gastrocnemius muscle is a major contributor to equinus contractures. Assessing for gastrocnemius tightness should be part of any foot and ankle examination. Effectively treating equinus can help address many foot and ankle issues.
Tibialis posterior tendon dysfunction occurs when the tibialis posterior tendon becomes inflamed and stretched, causing pain and difficulty walking. It progresses through four stages as the tendon tears and the foot arch flattens. Treatment includes rest, bracing, physiotherapy, and surgery such as tendon repair or reconstruction if non-surgical methods fail. Surgery aims to relieve pain and stop deformity progression, but full recovery can take up to a year with prolonged physiotherapy.
The document summarizes a case of a 29-year-old male patient referred to physical therapy with complaints of gradually developed right knee pain, increased stiffness with activity, mild swelling, and occasional popping sound while climbing stairs. The patient is an avid long distance runner covering 10 miles 4 days a week and occasionally does biking. The physical therapist suspects possible right iliotibial band syndrome based on the patient's medical history and symptoms affecting his normal exercise routine.
The document discusses plantar fasciitis, including its anatomy, causes, risk factors, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management with physiotherapy. It describes techniques like stretching, orthotics, taping, iontophoresis, night splints, mobilizations, and exercises that can be used in physiotherapy to treat plantar fasciitis. The goal of physiotherapy is to reduce pain and improve function through these various conservative treatment approaches for plantar fasciitis.
Plantar fasciitis is a painful inflammatory condition of the plantar fascia in the sole of the foot, often caused by overuse. It commonly causes heel pain with the first steps in the morning or after periods of rest. Treatment focuses on reducing inflammation, stretching the fascia, and supporting the arch through various physical therapies, orthotics, and in severe cases, corticosteroid injections or surgery.
This document discusses hip pain treatment. It describes common hip disorders like osteoarthritis, femoral neck stress fractures, and femoroacetabular impingement. Diagnosis involves clinical exams, imaging like x-rays and MRIs, and gait analysis. Treatment focuses on restoring strength, mobility, and proper biomechanics through physical therapy and techniques like shockwave therapy. The goal is to alleviate pain and improve function for a variety of hip conditions.
Do you find any or such kind of problems in your bones or joints, then just book an appointment with a well qualified and experienced doctor in Delhi NCR at http://www.credihealth.com
PLANTAR FASCIITIS .pptx. This ppt is based on sports condition plantar fasci...Mohini Yadav
Plantar fasciitis'heel pain' is the condition in which pain is occur in the plantar surface of heel...... In this ppt we disscus about condition and physiotherapy management
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain that results from inflammation of the plantar fascia. It occurs when excess stress is placed on the fascia, often due to activities like long-distance running. Symptoms include pain along the bottom of the heel that is usually worst with first steps in the morning. Risk factors include age over 40, obesity, tight calf muscles, and wearing poorly fitting shoes. Diagnosis is based on symptoms and examination, while imaging can show thickening of the plantar fascia. Treatment focuses on reducing inflammation and stress on the fascia through stretching, orthotics, night splints, and heel pads.
1. The document discusses various injuries to the calf and ankle, including gastrocnemius muscle strains, soleus muscle strains, Achilles tendon ruptures, Sever's lesion, and lateral and medial ligament injuries.
2. It describes the mechanisms, symptoms, and physical exam findings for each injury. Gastrocnemius strains typically occur during plantarflexion while soleus strains have a history of increasing tightness.
3. Achilles tendon ruptures result in a palpable gap and reduced plantarflexion strength. Ligament injuries involve inversion or eversion strains and medial injuries have a longer recovery time.
Similar to 2014 malaysia the inverted pendulum approach the spring mass approach the integrated spring mass approach to treating plantar fasciitis (15)
These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a quick overview of the physiological basis of a normal electrocardiogram.
Learning objectives:
1. Define an electrocardiogram (ECG) and electrocardiography
2. Describe how dipoles generated by the heart produce the waveforms of the ECG
3. Describe the components of a normal electrocardiogram of a typical bipolar lead (limb II)
4. Differentiate between intervals and segments
5. Enlist some common indications for obtaining an ECG
6. Describe the flow of current around the heart during the cardiac cycle
7. Discuss the placement and polarity of the leads of electrocardiograph
8. Describe the normal electrocardiograms recorded from the limb leads and explain the physiological basis of the different records that are obtained
9. Define mean electrical vector (axis) of the heart and give the normal range
10. Define the mean QRS vector
11. Describe the axes of leads (hexagonal reference system)
12. Comprehend the vectorial analysis of the normal ECG
13. Determine the mean electrical axis of the ventricular QRS and appreciate the mean axis deviation
14. Explain the concepts of current of injury, J point, and their significance
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 11, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 9, Human Physiology - From Cells to Systems, Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
3. Chapter 29, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
4. Electrocardiogram, StatPearls - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549803/
5. ECG in Medical Practice by ABM Abdullah, 4th edition
6. Chapter 3, Cardiology Explained, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK2214/
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2014 malaysia the inverted pendulum approach the spring mass approach the integrated spring mass approach to treating plantar fasciitis
1. The Inverted Pendulum Approach,
The Spring-Mass Approach
AND
The Integrated Spring Mass Approach
To Treating Plantar Fasciitis.
by Dr. James Stoxen DC
President, Team Doctors
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 1
2. Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis is the most common
cause of heel pain in adults. (1)
Plantar Fasciitis
Top 10 most common
conditions of the lower body (2)
1. Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
2. Iliotibial Band Friction
Syndrome
3. Plantar Fasciitis
4. Meniscal Injuries Of The Knee
5. Tibial Stress Syndrome
6. Patellar Tendonitis
7. Achilles Tendonitis
8. Gluteus Medius Injuries
9. Stress Fracture Tibia
10. Spinal Injuries
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 2
3. Plantar Fasciitis AKA
• Plantar fasciitis is often called “heel spurs,” although
this terminology is somewhat of a misnomer because
15 to 25 percent of the general population without
symptoms have heel spurs and many symptomatic
individuals do not. (3)
• The other names for plantar fasciitis are plantar
fascitis, plantar fasciosis, fasciitis plantaris, plantar
fascial fibromatosis, plantar heel pain syndrome,
policeman's heel, heel spur syndrome, painful heel
syndrome, and inferior calcaneal exostoses.
Lecture presented August 30th 2014 www.teamdoctorsblog.com 3
4. Relationship to Heel Spurs
Around 50 percent of
patients with plantar
fasciitis have heel spurs,
but they are most often an
incidental finding and do
not correlate well with the
patient's symptoms. (4)
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 4
5. What is Plantar Fasciitis?
• It is by definition, a painful inflammation of
the plantar fascia.
• It is an abnormality or injury at the site of
attachment of a ligament or tendon to bone)
of the origin of the plantar fascia at the medial
tubercle of the calcaneus due to excess
traction often characterized by pain on the
first step in the morning (5) or when they
stand up after prolonged sitting. (6)
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 5
6. Incidence
• Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of
heel pain with ten percent of the population
will pull up with plantar fasciitis in their
lifetime. (7).
• The condition accounts for eleven to fifteen
percent of all foot symptoms, affecting two
million people in the United States alone. (8)
Lecture presented August 30th 2014 www.teamdoctorsblog.com 6
7. What are the symptoms of
plantar fasciitis?
• The tenderness you would feel is usually noted on the medial
calcaneal tuberosity (see image) and along the plantar fascia. The
classic sign or plantar fasciitis is pain on first few steps in the
morning. The pain usually decreases after you walk it off, but can
return throughout the day the longer you are on your feet.
• Most feel the symptoms of pain when standing on feet too long.
The pain can come on worse at the end of the day. Its more
common and more severe in those who are overweight, obese or
weakness in specific muscles of the foot.
• The pain often increases with stretching of the plantar fascia, which
is achieved by lifting your foot (dorsiflexion) and toes up. (4)
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 7
8. Causal Connection to Heel Spurs
• Fuller stated that fascial stretching caused pain either to the plantar
fascia itself or at the attachment to the bone. High tension in the
fascia could also cause a periosteal lifting at its insertion on the
calcaneus, and bone healing could cause growth of a spur that
might be seen at the calcaneus. (9)
• Plantar fasciitis is generally believed to be due to repetitive partial
tearing at this enthesis with associated chronic inflammation. (10)
• These results support the belief that pain occurs not from the bone
spur but from the excessive tension applied to the plantar fascia (11)
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 8
9. Doesn’t Plantar Fasciitis
Only Effect Athletes? No!
• Plantar fasciitis is usually seen as an overuse injury in athletes, runners in
particular (accounting for nearly 10% of running injuries), but is also seen in non
athletes too. (12)
• Most non-athletes have it in the subclinical state, which means that there is
inflammation of the fascia but not enough to cause pain you can feel unless you
press into the fascia called deep tissue palpation.
• If non-athletes have this form of non painful inflammation of the fascia and walk a
few blocks barefoot or run with or without shoes they will feel the pain in their
fascia as the inflammation rises to a point where the nerves and brain together
sense the higher concentration of inflammation.
• I check the plantar fascia and the health of the feet for all conditions because I feel
the status of the foundation of our body or the bodies spring suspension system
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 9
10. What Causes Plantar Fasciitis?
• Plantar fasciitis is one of the more common soft-tissue
disorders of the foot, yet little is known about its
etiology.
• The fascia foot pain is caused by stress and strain in the
area, that leads to the release of inflammation and
when the inflammation gets high enough you feel pain.
• Although the pathology of plantar fasciitis is
understood the development or causes of plantar
fasciitis is less agreed upon.
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 10
11. What Causes Plantar Fasciitis?
• Also, although plantar fasciitis
is a prevalent problem, little
scientific evidence exists
concerning the most
appropriate treatment
approach or intervention. (12)
• Why?
• Because doctors cannot agree
on the cause of plantar fasciitis
it makes it difficult for
physicians to diagnose and
treat this common injury.
• I explain why in this
presentation
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 11
12. Three Schools Of Bio-Mechanics
• Inverted Pendulum Model – and The Lever
Series Model (1685)
• The Spring- Mass Model (1989/1990)
• The Integrated Spring-Mass Model (2012)
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 12
13. Plantar Fasciitis
Examination, Treatment and Prevention
Inverted Pendulum/Lever Series Approach
vs
Integrated Spring-Mass Approach
How do they differ?
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 13
14. What is the plantar fascia?
• The plantar fascia, also known as the plantar aponeurosis is a broad, flat, fibrous,
tendon-like structure, which consists of non-contractile irregularly ordered collagen
fibers with minimal elastic properties. (13)
What does that mean?
• What that means is that it is like gristle on a steak.
• It means it doesn’t stretch much.
• It means it does not contract like a muscle.
What roll does it play?
• The plantar aponeurosis plays an important role in transmitting Achilles tendon
pull forces to the forefoot when you are about to push off when you walk. (46)
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 14
15. Inverted Pendulum/Lever Series Approach
• Many “lever model only” thinkers believe we ambulate
with levers in linkages.
• That is why they are validated when they note the
symptom of pain in the fascia when we have tension on the
Achilles tendon through the gastroc/soleus muscle
contraction. (14)
• Unfortunately, “Pendulum-Lever model only” thinkers cant
provide much of an explanation for how the mechanism
breaks down to cause the stress on the plantar fascia.
• They have few theories
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 15
16. This is what the lever model thinkers
say causes plantar fasciitis
• Increasing tension on the Achilles
tendon is coupled with an
increasing strain on the plantar
fascia. Overstretching of the
Achilles tendon resulting from
intense muscle contraction and
passive stretching of tight Achilles
tendon are plausible mechanical
factors for overstraining of the
plantar fascia. (15)
• What is causing the
overstretching or strain on the
Achilles and fascia is the key
question to solving this riddle
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 16
17. Inverted Pendulum/Lever Series Approach
• the human lever model says that the primary
reason for why the fascia has stress is because
of a tight fascia due to a tight Achilles.
• I have never found the Achilles tight in one of
the patients I have examined with plantar
fascia in my life.
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 17
18. Why Tight Achilles is
Not a Cause of Plantar Fasciitis
1. The Achilles is not a contractile element
1. The plantar fascia has no contractile
elements.
2. There is no research that shows increased
electrical activity in the Achilles muscle group
coincides with plantar fasciitis (no proof)
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 18
19. Lever Series says
Tight Achilles is the Cause?
• For example: the human lever
model says that the primary
reason for why the fascia has
stress is because of a tight
fascia due to a tight Achilles.
• I have never found the Achilles
tight in one of the patients I
have examined with plantar
fascia in my life.
• No biomechanical explanation
why Achilles Tendon Muscle
group is Tight or in Spasm in
the Scientific Literature.
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 19
20. Achilles Spring
The gastrocnemius and soleus do not push the body forward when walking or running – They spring it
forward
• An average of 38 J of energy was recovered from the elastic recoil of the tendon, which contributes
16% of the total average mechanical work of the hop (254 J). (16)
• In conclusion, the properties of the elastic Achilles tendon can contribute significantly to the total
mechanical work of the body during one-legged hopping; however, individual variation in the
properties of the tendon vary the energy storing capacity of this structure. (16)
• The results indicated that the AT does indeed act like an energy storing spring by contributing a
considerable amount of energy to the total mechanical work performed. (16)
• The results of this study demonstrated the energy storing capabilities of the AT, whereby the
tendon stretches in proportion to the force applied during the downward motion of the body and
then recoils to release most of the energy stored (74%) during the upward movement. This
provides a substantial amount of the total mechanical energy of the hop (16%). (16)
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 20
21. If Spasms or Tight Achilles then..
• If the cause of plantar fasciitis is spasms or tightness in the Achilles
Tendon Group then how does this relate to the normal cause which
is standing on the feet too long?
• If the cause of plantar fasciitis is spasms or tightness in the Achilles
Tendon Group then you should find trigger points or muscle spasms
in the area.
• If tension in the Achilles then the plantar fascia would still pull only
harder and the windlass mechanism would still work because the
fascia is connective tissue and not muscle.
• It doesn’t make sense!
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 21
22. Primary Cause
• Standing on your
feet too long
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 22
23. The Effect Of Flip-flops On Dorsiflexion
and Tibialis Anterior Electromyography.
• The study also showed that female subjects had a
more vertical attack angle in flip-flops when
compared to athletic sneakers
• Specifically, as the non-support leg swings through,
the tibialis anterior (TA) demonstrated an increase
in muscle activity, yet less dorsiflexion (DF) was
noted compared to barefoot walking.
• This finding was counterintuitive, as the TA is a
primary dorsiflexor, and more activity should have
been realized with an increase in dorsiflexion.
• the counterintuitive finding of increased dorsiflexor
muscular activity and less observed dorsiflexion
angle leads the author to conclude that the
increased activity of the TA in the presence of less
dorsiflexion could be the result of the flip-flop
wearer’s attempt to “grip” the flip-flop using the
plantar surface of the foot.
• Reciprocal inhibition, Internal Compressive Forces -
Bang and Twist Plantar Fasciitis and Shin Splints
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 23
24. More Evidence of Spring vs Push
• This study we investigated in vivo length changes in the
fascicles and tendon of the human gastrocnemius
medialis (GM) muscle during walking.
Two important features emerged:
• the muscle contracted near-isometrically in the stance
phase, with the fascicles operating at ca. 50 mm; and
• the tendon stretched by ca. 7 mm during single support,
and recoiled in push-off. (17)
The spring-like behavior of the tendon indicates storage and
release of elastic-strain energy
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 24
25. Basis of Lever Model Treatment
• There is an indirect relationship whereby if the toes
are dorsiflexed, the plantar fascia tightens via the
windlass mechanism. If a tensile force is then
generated in the Achilles tendon it will increase
tensile strain in the plantar fascia. Clinically, this
relationship has been used as a basis for treatment
for plantar fasciitis, with stretches and night stretch
splinting being applied to the gastrocnemius/soleus
muscle unit. (18)
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 25
26. Cause: Preloading by Dorsiflexors
• The results show that the PA experienced
tension significantly above rest during early
stance phase in all subjects (P<0.01), thus
providing support for the PA-preloading
hypothesis. (19)
• In contrast to their finding, however, in this
study the PA appeared to be pre-loaded at
heel-strike. (19)
• The simultaneous action of the ankle
dorsiflexors and toe extensors, which prevent
foot-slap and dorsiflex the toes at the MTPJ,
and the plantarflexion moment applied to
the calcaneus by the vertical ground reaction
forces could account for some pre-stretching
of the PA. (19)
• A MTPJ dorsiflexion angle of about 30 deg.
was measured for the three subjects thus
confirming the action of the toe dorsiflexors
at and prior to heel-strike. (19)
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 26
31. Windlass Effect
• During dorsiflexion of the toes, as
occurs in late stance, the PA is
stretched as it wraps around the
MH. This is the so-called windlass
mechanism which, in the late
phase of stance, is responsible for
raising the arch of the foot.
• and contributing to stiffening of
the foot by pulling on the heel,
causing inversion at the subtalar
joint and `locking' the midtarsal
joint
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 31
32. What Suspends The Load Of The Arch
Off The Plantar Fascia?
• Throughout the literature
you see contradictions.
• For instance one paper says
that the plantar fascia
prevents foot collapse by
virtue of its anatomical
orientation and tensile
strength.
• One biomechanical model
estimated it carries as much
as 14% of the total load of
the foot. (20)
• What holds up the rest?
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 32
34. How would Spring-mass Model
thinkers, diagnose plantar fasciitis?
Advanced Video Gait
Evaluation Study at all force
increments
1. Double leg
2. Single leg
3. Walking
4. Fast Walking
5. Jogging
6. Running
7. Plyometrics
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 34
35. Response to Traditional
Lever Based Treatment Approaches
• (44%) respondents
favored initiation of
plantar fascia-specific
stretching (PFSS)
• (24%) supervised physical
therapy
• (20%) night splinting
• (6%) steroid injection –
(4%) custom orthotics
• (2%) cast or boot
immobilization (21)
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 35
36. Taping
• Taping provides only
transient support, with
studies showing that as
little as 24 minutes of
activity can decrease
the effectiveness of
taping significantly. (22)
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 36
37. ORTHOTICS?
• By placing a support under the arch it could
inhibit full depth of loading of the arch in its
descent. You have a shoe which causes a
compressive force on the arch and fascia
from the top and the arch support occupying
space at the bottom. If the arch must raise
up to accommodate the windlass effect there
is a possibility that the windlass effect could
be sabotaged or reduced. This could place
more stress on the plantar fascia.
• A binding device can possibly restrict the
mobility of the loading and rolling. If there is
restrictiuon of movement there is reduction
in maximum muscle contraction and
relaxation. This could inhibit the adaptation
strengthening of the intrinsic and spring
suspension system muscles.
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 37
38. Adjustments and stretching vs
orthotics
• As mentioned previously, the study by Dimou, Brantingham
and Wood of chiropractic adjustments/manipulation of the
foot and ankle along with a daily stretching regimen). (23)
• The custom orthotics group reported significant
improvements in almost all outcome measures, but these
improvements were not statistically different or superior to
those obtained in the chiropractic and stretching group.
(23)
• Dimou et al reported a significant difference for pain
between the manipulation treatment group and the CFO
treatment group, with the chiropractic group being
superior. (23)
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 38
39. Night splints
• Night splints usually are designed to
keep a person's ankle in a neutral
position overnight.
• Most individuals naturally sleep with
the feet plantar-flexed, a position
that causes the plantar fascia to be in
a foreshortened position
• A night dorsiflexion splint allows
passive stretching of the calf and the
plantar fascia during sleep
• Disadvantages of night splints include
mild discomfort, which may interfere
with the patient's or a bed partner's
ability to sleep. (24)
• How can fascia stretch when it is not
a muscle?
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 39
40. Cortisone injections
• All of the patients found the corticosteroid
injection painful. The post-injection pain was
said to have continued for a mean duration
of 5 and 7 days respectively (25) (26)
• This pain in the injection site can lead to an
abnormal gait. Walking with a stiff painful
foot causing a limp can alter foot
biomechanics or your pattern of walk and
make your plantar fasciitis worse.
• Lee and Ahmad’s study reported the
corticosteroid group to show a significant
reduction in pain on the visual analog scale
at both 6 weeks and 3 months in comparison
to the autologous blood group.
• However, this change was not significant at 6
months. (26)
•
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 40
41. CORTISONE INJECTION
• The risk factors for the use of CSI include plantar
fascial rupture, hypoglycemia in diabetic patients,
skin and fat-pad atrophy, and sepsis. These findings
suggest that treatment regimens such as serial
corticosteroid injections into the plantar fascia
should be reevaluated in the absence of
inflammation and in light of their potential to induce
plantar fascial rupture. (27)
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 41
42. CORTISONE INJECTIONS
Georgia Baptist Medical Center, Atlanta,
1992 to 1995
• The authors injected 122 of the
765 patients, resulting in 12 of
the 44 plantar fascia ruptures.
Subjective and objective
evaluations were conducted
through chart and radiographic
review.
• Thirty patients (68%) reported a
sudden onset of tearing at the
heel, and 14 (32%) had a gradual
onset of symptoms.
• At an average 27-month follow-
up, 50% had good/excellent
scores and 50% had fair/poor
scores (28)
Lecture presented August 30th
2014
www.teamdoctorsblog.com 42
43. BOTOX
• Reserve for chronic injuries, after intensive use of other approaches for at least 2 months has failed
• Use when rehabilitation is inhibited by symptoms
• Informed consent should be obtained from the patient, who must be willing to follow postinjection
guidelines
• The practitioner should have full knowledge of the local anatomy
• Select the finest needle that will reach the lesion
• The practitioner's hands and the patient's skin should be cleansed and a no touch technique used
• Use short or medium acting corticosteroid preparations in most cases, with local anaesthetic
• Injection should be peritendinous; avoid injection into tendon substance
• Minimum interval between injections should be 6 weeks
• Use a maximum of three injections at one site
• Soluble preparations may be useful in those patients who have had hypersensitivity/local reaction to
previous injection
• Details of the injection should be carefully recorded
• Do not repeat if two injections do not provide at least 4 weeks' relief (29)
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44. 10 months no relief – Surgery or
ECSWT
• What was the surgeon's preferred treatment after 10
months of non-responsive to treatments. (30)
•
• 62 (74%) respondents chose surgery or ECSWT
(extracorporeal shock wave therapy) as their next step
(30)
• 46 (55%) Some form of surgery with the most popular
operative interventions were gastrocnemius recession
(alone or in combination with another procedure) and
open partial plantar fascia release with nerve
decompression. (30)
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45. HOW DOES THE FOOT ABSORB
IMPACTS
• The Arch Leaf Spring - There have been
studies on the arch with all muscles removed
leaving just the bones and ligaments. These
were extracted from cadavers. What the
study showed was that the arch complex
itself has the ability to spring back forces
without the aid of the muscles.
• The Spring Suspension System Muscles - I
coined these muscles as the spring
suspension system muscles, the landing
muscles or the pronation-supination cuff
muscles. I identified this new medical
terminology myself in order to better explain
the function of this area.
• The Windlass Mechanism - The plantar
fascia does not stretch much during push off,
so the arch of the foot must bend up to
accommodate the forces generated at push
off. This is like a spring from a bouncing ball.
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46. FORCES ON THE BODY
• Standing (50% of
bodyweight on each
foot)
• Walking (1.25 x
bodyweight on the foot at
landing)
• Running (3x bodyweight
on the foot at landing)
• Plyometrics (3-5x+
bodyweight on the foot at
landing)
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47. Spring Suspension Muscles
• Also if there is too
much stress on the
plantar fascia isn’t it
from the structures that
hold up the arch 86%
that are weak that we
need to address? (20)
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48. Spring Suspension System Muscles
(Your Landing Gear)
• Tibialis Posterior AKA Posterior tibial tendon
dysfunction is the most common cause of
acquired flatfoot deformity in adults. he arch
is further supported by the plantar
aponeurosis, by the small muscles in the sole
of the foot, by the tendons of the Tibialis
anterior and posterior and Peronæus longus,
and by the ligaments of all the articulations
involved. Henry Gray (1821–1865). Anatomy
of the Human Body. 1918. rewrite
•
• The Peronæus longus also everts the sole of
the foot, and from the oblique direction of
the tendon across the sole of the foot is an
important agent in the maintenance of the
arch. Henry Gray (1825–1861). Anatomy of
the Human Body. 1918.
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49. What do I find (that other doctors don’t) when examining a
patient with plantar fasciitis.
• Over Pronation – Im Not The
Only One
• Weakness and tense painful
spasms In The Tibiailis
Posterior – Im Not The Only
One
• Locking Of The Metatarsal
Cuneiform Joint
• Thordarson et al found that
the posterior tibialis muscle
provided the most significant
dynamic arch support during
the stance phase of gait. The
posterior tibialis eccentrically
lengthens to control pronation
and reduce the tension
applied to the plantar fascia
during weight acceptance.
Excessive pronation can cause
posterior tibialis weakness and
plantar fascia elongation. (21)
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50. Endurance of Suspension System
• The most frequent training error seen with plantar
fasciitis is a rapid increase in volume (miles or time
run) or intensity (pace and/or decreased recovery).
(22)
• A final training error seen in athletics is with a
rapid return to some preconceived fitness level.
Remembering what one did "last season" while
forgetting the necessity of preparatory work is part
of the recipe for injury. (22)
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51. Footwear designed as a Guide…
not as a Support
• A change in shoes was
cited by 14 percent of
patients with plantar
fasciitis as the treatment
that worked best for
them. (23)
• Motion-control and
stability shoes also have a
firm heel counter and a
firm midsole to control
the amount of pronation.
(23)
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52. Deep Tissue
• This study provides evidence that the addition of
TrP manual therapies to a self-stretching protocol
resulted in superior short-term outcomes as
compared to a self-stretching program alone in
the treatment of patients with plantar heel pain.
(24) (25)
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53. Arch and Ankle Release
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54. The biggest mistake made in
stretching is:
• People don’t stretch the foot
• When they stretch the foot they don’t stretch
the foot in 3 dimensions
• They don’t stretch the foot in the right direction
• They don’t stretch individual bones of the foot
(metarsal cuneiform joints).
• They don’t stretch during walking or running
• They don’t stretch enough
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58. Manual Therapy
• Manual therapy
consisted of
either grade III or
grade IV joint
mobilization
and/or high-
velocity, low-
amplitude
manipulation to
the affected
joints in the foot
and ankle, and
home-based
exercise.
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