About 4% of people are affected at some point in time. Osgood–Schlatter disease causes pain in the front lower part of the knee. Intense knee pain is usually the presenting symptom that occurs during activities such as running, jumping, lifting things, squatting, and especially ascending or descending stairs and during kneeling. Risk factors include overuse, … Continued
Relative contraindications for the use of lymphatic pump treatments include fractures, abscesses or localized infections, and severe bacterial infections with body temperature elevated higher than 102 °F (39 °C). The American Medical Association listed D.O.s as « cultists » and deemed M.D. consultation of D.O.s unethical from 1923 until 1962. In 1988, Petr Skrabanek classified osteopathy as one of … Continued
In addition to clinical practice, other aspects of physical therapist practice include research, education, consultation, and health administration. Physical therapy is provided as a primary care treatment or alongside, or in conjunction with, other medical services. In some jurisdictions, such as the United Kingdom, physical therapists have the authority to prescribe medication. Physical therapists also … Continued
Other meanings include gambling and events staged for the purpose of gambling; hunting; and games and diversions, including ones that require exercise. The singular term « sport » is used in most English dialects to describe the overall concept (e.g. « children taking part in sport »), with « sports » used to describe multiple activities (e.g. « football and rugby are … Continued