Hallux Rigidus—Joint-Sparing Techniques
Abstract With the rising demands of patients, in cases of grade III hallux rigidus, a fusion may be an unacceptable option. This can be a dilemma for the surgeon, as…
Hallux Varus
Abstract The type of treatment for correction of hallux varus is determined by the flexibility of the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) and interphalangeal (IP) joints. Imbalance is always present between the flexor…
Proximal Phalangeal Osteotomy (Akin)
Abstract In cases of mild residual hallux valgus following intraoperative correction or in patients who have hallux valgus interphalangeus, an Akin osteotomy is an effective procedure to correct either valgus…
Chevron Osteotomy
Abstract Chevron osteotomy is a procedure performed primarily for correction of hallux valgus that is associated with a mild to moderate increase in the intermetatarsal angle. In some cases, a…
Cervical Spine Rehabilitation
Chapter Objectives • Describe the orientation and function of the anatomic structures in the cervical spine. • Explain the arthrokinematics and biomechanics of the cervical spine during active range of…
Advanced Throwers’ Ten Program
Kevin E. Wilk, PT, DPT External Rotation at 0° Abduction . Sit on a stability ball with the elbow at the side fixed at 90° and the involved arm across the…
Shoulder Rehabilitation
Chapter objectives • Incorporate biomechanical principles of the shoulder as they relate to prevention and postinjury or postsurgical rehabilitation for specific injuries. • Associate anatomic structures of the shoulder to…
Lower Leg, Ankle, and Foot Rehabilitation
Chapter Objectives • Explain the arthrokinematic considerations that influence motion in the joints of the foot and ankle. • Explain the concentric and eccentric action of muscles in the lower…
Knee Rehabilitation
Chapter objectives • Identify activities that may cause detrimental stress on a healing/reconstructed anterior cruciate ligament, posterior cruciate ligament, medial collateral ligament, or lateral collateral ligament. • Identify activities that…
Functional Movement Assessment
Chapter Objectives • Explain the benefits of a functional, comprehensive movement screening process versus the traditional impairment-based evaluation approach. • Differentiate between movement, testing, and assessment. • Explain how poor…
