introduction: unstained formalin-fixed whole brain specimens and brain slices do not give satisfactory results for teaching neuroanatomy. in addition, difficulties in obtaining human brains for dissection have increased the demand for more durable brain specimens that have been obtained by the plastination technique. in the present study brain specimens were sliced, fixed and stained using the ...

Background: Piriformis syndrome is a commonly overlooked specific cause of low back pain. Apart from mimicking the sciatica-like symptoms, unilateral piriformis tightness can cause rotational dysfunction and pain in the lumbar region. This could lead to low back pain which is a common musculo skeletal problem and a major reason for activity limitation. Stretching the piriformis tightened muscle...

The use of "-" indicates a score was not recorded at that time point. a Average of worst, best, and current pain over last 24 hours b PSFS functional activities: lunges, stairs, standing from seated position, fully extend knee c Denotes minimal clinically-importance difference from previous treatment session. Objective: Present a clinic case demonstrating the effectiveness of the Mulligan Conce...

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects over 24h, on range of motion and pain, of a single intervention of Mulligan's bent leg raise (BLR) technique in subjects with limited straight leg raise (SLR) and low back pain (LBP). Mulligan techniques are frequently used in practice but their effectiveness has not been adequately researched. Ninety-four subjects were contacted by telephone...