Osteoarthritis (Joint Calcification) and Its Treatment
What is Osteoporosis?Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by a gradual onset of pain, bone fractures, deformities, height loss, hunchback, and back and waist pain. It is considered a physiological disease related to aging but can also occur at a young age due to genetic reasons. Osteoporosis is one of the rare diseases that silently progresses […]
Achilles Tendinitis and Its Treatment
What is Achilles Tendinitis?The Achilles tendon extends from the back of the ankle parallel to the shin bone (tibia). It is the largest and strongest tendon in the human body and can withstand a significant amount of load. Achilles tendinitis is an inflammation and injury of the tendon caused by sudden strain or overuse, commonly […]
Amputation Rehabilitation
What is Amputation Rehabilitation?Amputation is the surgical removal of a limb or part of a limb, including extremities such as hands, feet, or fingers. A prosthesis, which is an artificial device, is fitted to replace the removed part. Amputation rehabilitation is a long process that starts before the amputation and continues until the person successfully […]
Athlete Rehabilitation
During sports activities, the whole body or a part of it may encounter forces beyond normal limits, causing endurance to be exceeded. This situation leads to injuries known as sports injuries. Sports injuries are not only seen in professional athletes but also in people who exercise to stay healthy, performing artists, and certain other professions. […]
Hemiplegia – Stroke (Paralysis) Rehabilitation
What is Hemiplegia (Stroke / Paralysis)?Hemiplegia, also known as stroke or paralysis, is a syndrome characterized by functional impairments on one side of the body resulting from changes in brain circulation. What are the causes of Hemiplegia (Stroke / Paralysis)?It can occur due to cerebrovascular events, tumors, inflammation of blood vessels, connective tissue and vascular […]
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Rehabilitation
What is Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?MS is a disease thought to be autoimmune in origin, caused by a disorder in the immune system where the body’s own cells attack the brain and spinal cord. MS is an autoimmune central nervous system disease characterized by inflammation, damage to the myelin sheath, and axonal injury. MS is a […]
Spinal Cord Injuries and Rehabilitation
The spine is composed of bones called vertebrae connected by soft tissues, joints, and cushions (discs) between the vertebrae. Spinal cord injury occurs within this protected bony structure. This chain of vertebrae enables our trunk to stand upright, bend, and rotate sideways. Additionally, the ring-shaped bone structure at the back of each vertebra both protects […]
Parkinson’s Rehabilitation
Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder characterized by the loss of brain cells. It is a progressive neurological disease seen in about 1-2% of people over 65 years of age. Approximately 60% of patients experience tremors in the fingers, hands, or sometimes feet during rest, while about 30% show slowness of movement and stiffness in […]
Geriatric Rehabilitation (Rehabilitation in the Elderly)
What is geriatric rehabilitation?Inevitable physiological changes occur in our bodies as we age. The addition of extra health problems on top of these changes makes elderly individuals more vulnerable compared to other age groups. All of this impairs the quality of life of the elderly person and causes significant increases in overall healthcare expenses. Preserving […]
Facial Paralysis and Its Treatment
The facial nerve, which controls the movement of the facial mimic muscles, emerges from the brainstem and travels through the temporal (ear) bone. It exits through a small opening behind the ear and spreads to the right and left sides of the face. The facial nerve also has branches that go to the salivary glands, […]