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EXERCISE THERAPY Active assisted exercises are the exercises that are possible with support of 2nd person in a simple words.active exercises can be seen in patient with grade 4 MMT. MMT IS MANUAL MUSCLE TESTING Grade 0- no contraction Grade 1- flicker contraction Grade 2 - movement in gravity eliminated plane Grade 3- movement against gravity Grade 4- movement against gravity with mild to moderate resistance Grade 5- movement against gravity with maximum gravity Active assistive  exercises  are  exercises  performed by the patient or with the. assistance of an external force as therapist, cord & pulley, weight & pulley circuit etc… Active  assisted exercises  are used when: The muscles acting on one of the body levers are too weak to bring about movement Active assist range of motion  is described as a joint receiving partial assistance from an outside force. This  range of motion  may result from the majority of  motion  ap...

Demonstration of anatomical positions is very important for beginners in the medical field whether the student is studying medicine, dentistry, physiotherapy, medical lab technology, optometry by writing this article it will be a good help to students they will find this topic more simplified and easy. Aim: (a) Demonstration of various Anatomical Positions Equipment Required : N.A Materials Required : Model, Couch. Learning objectives A. To learn the basics of Anatomy B. Acquire the Knowledge of the skeletal system of our body. Outline of Procedures A. Model/Patient should be comfortable B. Examining part to be exposed enough to see and palpate the structures C. Identification of various parts of Body D. Identification of various positions Required Result: Parameters- The student will be able to elucidate the clinical findings. Relationships to be determined - NA Graphs/Plots-NA Error Analysis-NA Caution (if any): Bones and Models should be handled careful...

The  brachial plexus  is a network ( plexus ) of nerves (formed by the anterior rami of the lower four cervical nerves and first thoracic nerve (C5, C6, C7, C8, and T1). This  plexus  extends from the spinal cord, through the cervico axillary canal in the neck, over the first rib, and into the armpit. Function:  Network (nerve plexus) of nerves that ... Latin:  plexus brachialis The overall organisation of the brachial plexus is a favourite exam topic and the basis of all subsequent branches. Master it using the following mnemonic! R ugby  T eams  D on't  C over  B ruises R oots T runks D ivisions C ords B ranches However, the above organisation is a piece of cake compared to the branches and their sources. The following mnemonic can give you a hand to remember them! Lateral cord branches: Rugby players are  L ong  L egged  M overs L ateral pectoral L ateral root of median M usculocutaneous Medial cord branches: Rugby...

HOW TO BOOST IMMUNITY Immunity  is the capability of multicellular organisms to resist harmful microorganisms from entering their cells.  Immunity  involves both specific and nonspecific components. The nonspecific components act as barriers or eliminators of a wide range of pathogens irrespective of their antigenic make-up. Boosting your immunity The idea of  boosting your immunity   is enticing, but the ability to do so has proved elusive for several reasons. The immune system is precisely that — a system, not a single entity. To function well, it requires balance and harmony. There is still much that researchers don't know about the intricacies and interconnectedness of the immune response. For now, there are no scientifically proven direct links between lifestyle and enhanced immune function. But that doesn't mean the effects of lifestyle on the immune system aren't intriguing and shouldn't be studied. Researchers are exploring the effects of diet, exercise,...

Sport  Rehabilitators help people suffering from pain, injury, or illness involving the musculoskeletal system. They help people of all ages to maintain their health and fitness, recover from and prevent injury and reduce pain using exercise, movement, and manual based therapeutic interventions. Basically,  there are 5 stages of sports rehabilitation Reduction of  pain  and  swelling . Restoration of joint mobility and range of motion Recovery of muscle strength and endurance. Recovery of co-ordination. Recovery of sport-specific technical movements.  Sports Rehabilitation is the process of deciding when an injured player may safely return to practice or competition. Injuries can occur in any sporting activity, and sports injury rehabilitation is a very important part of the athletes' sports life. All athletes over time, professional or not, are prone to injuries due to the excessive wear and tear associated with the demands of competitive sport. The right ...

Weight loss is the major problem faced by all. lifestyle has become so busy that individual cant make time for their body. its very important to take at least half an hour from the busy schedule to stay physically and psychologically healthy. staying healthy is the biggest asset that human being can gain in this world these days.doing exercise keeps us healthy in physical aspect while yoga gives us internal peace of mind.  Aiming to  lose weight ? According to a study, choosing the wrong meal (no matter the quantity) can leave you craving for more. When it comes to crushing hunger, it’s not about when you eat; it’s about what you eat. If you want to lose weight, curb your appetite by avoiding the foods that make you more hungry. Kathleen Alleaume, a nutritionist and an exercise scientist, has listed a number of eatables that are to be avoided while on a diet: Salty snacks:  Snacks preserved with sodium are generally highly refined, without filling you up. A study shows th...

SCOPE OF PHYSIOTHERAPY Physiotherapy  career can rise to a variety of challenging & interesting jobs in the health care system. As a  Physiotherapist , you can get specializations in fields such as geriatrics, cardiorespiratory, geriatrics, orthopedics & neurology. ... In the future, there is a wide  scope of physiotherapy . Physiotherapy is the science of prevention, cure, and rehabilitation of the physically disabled and challenged people”. The physiotherapy is one of the ancient sciences of curing the people by doing some physical practices. In India, A physiotherapist uses the “Doctor” as a suffix with prefix ‘P.T’. The students who are interested in curing the people and helping physically disabled people, then this is the right career for such students. And no doubt, you will be a doctor. Physiotherapy is an independent health profession that is mainly directed towards the prevention or alleviation of movement dysfunction in people. It is a non-surgical trea...