Locking in the thoracic spine

A thoracic spine impingement, also known as thoracic locking or vertebral dysfunction, occurs when one or more joints in the thoracic vertebrae become immobile or restricted in their movement. The thoracic spine, which is the middle part of the spine, consists of twelve vertebrae (T1-T12) that are connected by ribs and form a stable structure for the upper body…

Anatomy of the lumbar spine

The lower back, also known as the lumbar spine, is made up of several structures that together provide support, flexibility and protection to the spinal cord and nerve roots. This section of the back is responsible for bearing a large part of the body’s weight and allows for many basic movements, making it particularly prone to injury and wear and tear.

Anatomy of the knee joint

The knee joint is one of the most complex and important joints in our body. The knee is responsible for supporting our body weight and allowing movement in our legs. It plays a central role in many daily activities, from walking and running to bending and jumping.

Natural remedies for osteoarthritis

What is osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is a progressive disease that causes the cartilage in the joints to break down. This leads to pain and reduced mobility in the affected joints. Osteoarthritis can affect any joint in the body, but the most commonly affected areas include the knees, hips, hands and back.

Muscle tear in the abdomen

An abdominal muscle tear occurs when the muscle fibers (muscle cells) in the abdominal muscles are overloaded and rupture. This can lead to a partial or complete rupture of the muscle. A stretch means that the muscle has been stretched beyond its normal capacity. A partial tear means that part of the muscle fibers have ruptured and a complete tear means that the whole muscle has ruptured and broken.