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Neurapraxia: A Guide to Diagnosis and Physiotherapy Management

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Neurapraxia

Introduction Neurapraxia is the mildest form of peripheral nerve injury and is commonly seen in trauma, compression, or sports-related incidents. It results in temporary loss of nerve function without structural damage, making it highly reversible with proper care. Definition Neurapraxia is defined as a transient conduction block of a nerve without axonal disruption. The nerve …

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Kienbock’s Disease: What It Is and How It Affects Wrist Function

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Kienbock’s Disease

Introduction Kienbock’s Disease, also known as avascular necrosis of the lunate bone, is a progressive wrist condition that can significantly affect hand function. ROBERT KIENBOCK, in 1910, described what he called “TRAUMATIC SOFTENING” of the lunate bone. This is a form of ischemic necrosis that usually follows chronic stress or injury. Definition Kienbock’s Disease is …

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