Soft tissue disorder

Hemophilia is a hereditary bleeding disorder in which people that have it lack blood clotting factor VIII. There are two types of hemophilia, Hemophilia A (Classic Hemophilia) and Hemophilia B (Christmas Disease). Hemophilia can also be known as Royal’s Disease. Causes Hemophilia is caused by an inherited X-linked recessive trait with the defective gene found on the X chromosome. Since females have two Xs, even if one of their chromosomes carries the disorder, they won’t usually be affected. Some

incapacitating disease that affects the connective tissue in the Muscular system. In a normal subject, tendons that connect muscle to bone and ligaments that connect bone to bone help support and cushion the movement of a person’s action. In Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva the subject’s tendons and ligaments are constricted by the growth of new bone or even replaced over time. “Specifically, this disorder causes the body's skeletal muscles and soft connective tissues to undergo a metamorphosis, essentially

According to National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Strokes (2003), approximately 40,000 of the United States population of equal gender and various ages suffer from Bells Palsy. Bells Palsy is derived after a Scottish specialist named Charles Bell in the 19th century who researched on the nerves and the defined the common cause of facial paralysis with reference to the 7th cranial nerve. It has been exhibited in the research that when the function of the nerve is interrupted, the messages

nervous system disorders. The chiropractors adopt manual, skilled, hands on techniques like manipulation and mobilization, to diagnose and treat soft tissues and joint structures, reduce pain and increase range of motion and overall wellbeing. In North Portland, chiropractic care experts are plenty in number, and can aid you in the best possible way. Their approach is conservative, and treatment may include: Manual methods like spinal or joint manipulation/ mobilization, soft‐tissue and reflex techniques

Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP) is defined as a rare genetic disorder that causes soft tissues to transform permanently into bone. These bones grow abnormally in the muscles, tendons, ligaments and other connective tissues, forming bridges of extra bone across the joints. As a result of the abnormal bone growth, movement in those areas affected by FOP is greatly limited and sometimes impossible. The condition affects many areas of the body, commonly the neck, spine, chest, shoulders,

When considering disorders of the musculoskeletal and gastrointestinal system, I initially thought to choose a disorder from the text book. However, often we become focused on the obvious and fail to look past the typical. Sometimes, disorders that present with symptoms of these two systems are actually harboring something much more than mere symptoms. Growing up, my sister could bend herself in to a pretzel, while her contortionist skills entertained our family and friend, she also experienced

Physical Therapist Soft Tissue Techniques Physical Therapy is a field that practices rehabilitation to recover from injuries. It is defined as “the treatment of disease, injury, or deformity by physical methods such as massage, heat treatment, and exercise rather than by drugs or surgery.” As the culture for sports increase and the baby boomer age arise, Physical Therapy is estimated to grow by 27.1% in ten years. Physical therapist practice at schools, hospitals, homes, and through local private

foot due to pressure. This thickening appears as a cone shaped mass pointing down into the skin. Hard corns (heloma durum) tend to be found on the outer surface of the little toe or on the upper surface of the other toes. Soft corns (heloma molle) occur between toes and are kept soft by moisture in this area. Contrary to popular belief corns are a normal and natural way for the body to protect itself from areas of high pressure and friction. Corns that are not treated will become painful if the pressure

Overuse – meaning excessive or repetitive force exerted on the bones or other connective tissues. After classifying weather the injury was direct, indirect or overused, it must then be classified into: ==> Hard Tissue – meaning those injuries involving damage to the bones of the skeleton. This ranges from fractures to dislocations. ==> Soft Tissue – meaning those injuries that involve the soft connective tissues of the body,

The factors used for diagnosing OSA were limited to overweight males in there 40’s; it is now known that OSA affects men and women of any age and children. The first sleep disorder was identified in 1956. The disorder was named “Pickwickian Syndrome” patients that suffered from this syndrome were all overweight and experiencing daytime sleepiness. The name Pickwickian comes from a Charles Dickens play “Pickwick Papers” one of the characters-Joe