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This blog is a review of the clinical presentation and assessment of dysfunction of the Temporomandibular joint. The aim is to discuss TMJ disorders and their connection to OR differentiation from upper cervical joint dysfunctions and headaches. This information will be applied to a recent patient in the second blog.
Read MoreOlder age, increased quadricep muscle peak torque and past history of hamstring injury are proven risk factors for hamstring muscle strain injury. The single leg hamstring bridge can assist with identifying those at greater risk of injury.
Read MorePosterior impingement relates to posterior pain on end-range plantar flexion (PF) due to compression of posterior bony and soft tissue structures. Often seen caused by overuse in dancers and football, or activities that involved repetitive end range PF. This blog describes the bony causes often related to posterior ankle impingement and the differential diagnosis involved.
Read MoreDuring the disease process of hip osteoarthritis muscle weakness is often observed. But not all muscles surrounding the hip are affected equally. This blog outlines the research by Grimaldi and colleagues that investigates which muscle atrophy and which remain unaffected during the stages from early to late osteoarthritis.
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