Straight Leg Raise Test 2 – Tibial Nerve Bias Purpose: To test if a modified straight leg raise test with a bias towards the tibial nerve assists in the differential diagnosis of tibial nerve pathology in people with neurologic symptoms associated with radiculopathy (1, 2). Patient position: Supine lying. Examiner position: Standing beside the patient, at the side of the limb to be tested. Procedure: … Continue reading Straight leg raise test 2
In 2016, Rhodes, et. al., conducted study about Yoga, which gives an integrative practice combining physical postures, breath exercises, and mindfulness, has shown promise as a complementary treatment for trauma-focused therapy. In a previous randomized controlled study involving 60 women with chronic, treatment-resistant post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and associated mental health issues, significant improvements were observed after 10 sessions of yoga. These improvements included reduced … Continue reading Can Regular Yoga Practice Sustain the Benefits of Trauma-Focused Treatment for Women with PTSD?
Purpose of Straight leg raise test 1 – Basic: To test if the tension along the sciatic nerve, tibial nerve, L4,5,S1 nerve roots (1), conus medullaris (2) and the adjacent dura to the spinal cord (3) contribute to the neurologic symptoms associated with radiculopathy (4). Patient position: Supine lying. Examiner position: Standing beside the patient, at the side of the limb to be tested. Procedure: … Continue reading Straight leg raise test 1 – Basic
