Low back pain patients who are most likely to respond to lumbar stability exercises include: those who are under 40 years old, those who demonstrate active straight leg raise greater than 90 degrees, those with a positive prone instability test, and the presence of aberrant movement during lumbar flexion. The presence of three or more of these variables predicts a 67% success rate with incorporation of a stabilization program.
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Condition of the Month- Snapping Hip
Snapping Hip
The muscle responsible for flexing your hip toward your trunk, is called the Psoas. This muscle begins on your lower spine and passes through your pelvis to attach onto the top of your femur (thigh bone). Along this course, the muscle travels across the front of your hip socket and over several bony prominences. If the muscle is too tight, its tendon may rub over these “bumps”. This occasionally produces an audible snapping sound, hence the moniker, “snapping hip”, aka “psoas tendinopathy”.
The tendon can be irritated by an acute injury, but more commonly from overuse- particularly repeatedly flexing your hip toward your trunk. The condition is also known as “dancer’s hip” or “jumper’s hip”, as movements associated with these activities are known culprits. Likewise, the condition is frequently seen in athletes who participate in rowing, track and field, hurdling, running (especially uphill), soccer, and gymnastics.
Your symptoms may include a “snapping” sound or sensation when you flex and extend your hip- although many cases are silent. Repeated rubbing causes inflammation and subsequent deep groin pain that can radiate to the front of your hip or thigh. Long-standing problems can trigger weakness or even limping.
The diagnosis of snapping hip is frequently overlooked. In fact, some studies show that identification is often delayed more than two years, while other potential causes are pursued. Fortunately, your problem has been recognized, and our office has several treatments to help you recover.
Psoas problems often start when one group of muscles is too tight, while another is too loose. Your home exercises will help to correct this problem. Depending upon the severity of your condition, you may need to avoid certain activities for a while. You should especially avoid repetitive hip flexion. Prolonged seated positions can encourage shortening of your hip flexors so be sure to take frequent breaks. Patients with fallen arches may benefit from arch supports.
If you or someone you know suffers from this condition, call our office today. Our doctors are experts at relieving many types of pain including hip injuries.
The diaphragm performs a dual function a
The diaphragm performs a dual function as a respiratory muscle and postural stabilizer. Working on abdominal breathing exercises can help you maintain core stability and reduce the pain of lumbar spine instability.
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A deficiency, injury, or weakness in one
A deficiency, injury, or weakness in one spinal #stabilizer requires compensatory recruitment of other muscles and altered global movement patterns. This compensatory muscle activation leads to strain and overuse injury, with ongoing problems creating “learned” #dysfunction. http://ow.ly/i/z2lqS
The muscles that support your spine can
The muscles that support your spine can be thought of as a “canister”. The front and sides of the canister are formed by your abdominal and rib muscles. The back of the canister includes those muscles attached to your spine. The bottom of the canister is formed by the muscles of your pelvic floor, while your diaphragm serves as the roof. Together, these muscles control your abdominal pressure and spine stability. In order for your spine to stay healthy, these muscles must be strong and coordinated- thereby, reducing strain on its tendons, ligaments, and cartilage. You should not have to focus on core stability – this should happen automatically from the subconscious control from your brain.
There are lots of reasons why your core muscles have become weak. Spinal instability may the result of an accident, injury, prolonged illness, or pregnancy. Sometimes, you may have overdeveloped the wrong muscles or “learned” bad movements. This weakness in one of your spinal stabilizers requires that one or more of the others work harder – leading to strain or overuse injury. Ongoing problems create a self-perpetuating cycle of “learned” dysfunction. A lack of spinal stability causes back pain but is also associated with problems throughout the body, including chronic groin pain, knee sprains, and shoulder problems.
When your core is weak, specific strengthening exercises are required. Your doctor has selected the following exercises to help improve your stability and decrease your chance of injury. It is important to perform these exercises consistently, as repetitive exercises will allow your body to “relearn” to subconsciously move in a safe and coordinated fashion, thereby reducing your risk of injury and improving your comfort and performance. http://ow.ly/i/uGLKC
The timing of your meals play an importa
The timing of your meals play an important role in weight loss. When trying to shed some pounds, be sure to space your meals out enough so that your food has time to digest. Also limit your late night snacking, as food tends to take longer to break down in the body at night when our bodies are at rest. http://ow.ly/i/yOYNL
Musculoskeletal Disorders Common in Diab
Musculoskeletal Disorders Common in Diabetics.
A recent study investigated the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among a group of 193 patients with type 2 #diabetes. The researchers found the most common musculoskeletal disorders among the participants were carpal tunnel syndrome, adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder, knee pain, and low back #pain. Based on the findings, they note that healthcare providers need to address not only the proper management of diabetes but also musculoskeletal disorders to help improve function and quality of life among those with diabetes mellitus.
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