ORIGIN OF PAIN

1.Achilles Tendinitis tunnel form inflammation in one or many of the tendons irritate
2.Adductor Longus the median nerve. Flexor Retinaculum, Flexor Digitorum
3.Articular Dysfunction Superficialis, Flexor Digitorum Profundus, and or the Palmaris
4.Balance Problems Longus.
5.Black Heel (Talon Noir)
12.Pain in the neck which does not radiate outwards is called
6.Blue Toe
7.Breathing Problems cervicalgia. The neck muscles are constantly under tension to hold
8.Bunions the head up.
9.Burner Syndrome (Stingers) 13.Posterior tibialis muscle is constricted and tight. With
10.Bursa neuromuscular therapy, this muscle responds rapidly, especially in
11.Carpal Tunnel Syndrome children, and can help alleviate club foot.
12.Cervicalgia 14.Injury to the soft-tissue often produced by a blunt force such as
13.Club Foot a kick, fall, or blow. The result will be pain, swelling, and
14.Contusion (Bruise) discoloration. Treatment for contusions includes Rest, Ice,
15.Cracked Rib
Compression, and Elevation (R.I.C.E.). More serious contusions
16.De Quervain’s Syndrome (Washerwoman's Sprain)
17.Displaced Patella (Dancers) may need to be examined by a physician.
18.Dorsiflexor Weakness 15.The intercostals muscles are affected.
19.Dupuytren’s Contracture 16.Stenosing tenosynovitis of the short extensor (extensor pollicis
20.Fibromyalgia Syndrome brevis) and long abductor tendon (abductor pollicis longus) of the
21.Flexor Carpi Ulnaris Tunnel Syndrome thumb.
22.Footballer’s ankle 17.Quadriceps asymmetrically tight. Classical ballet ranks above
23.Frequent Urination contact sports for injury.
24.Frozen Shoulder or Adhesive Capsulitis 18.Foot slaps down when walking, weakness in the dorsi-flexor
25.Gamekeeper’s Thumb
muscles.
26.Golfer's Elbow (Medial epicondylitis)
27.Groin Strain (Groin Pull) 19.This relatively common disorder is characterized by
28.Guyon's Canal Syndrome hyperplasia of the palmar fascia and related structures, with
29.Hallux Rigidus (Hallux Limitus) nodule formation and contracture of the palmar fascia.
30.Hammertoes 20.There are 18 tender points that doctors look for in making a
diagnosis. According to the ACR requirements, a patient must
1.Inflammation of the Achilles tendon and it usually affects the have 11 of the 18 to be considered as having it.
Gastrocnemius and Soleus. 21.This muscle tunnel syndrome represents entrapment of the
2.While the adductor longus, adductor magnus, adductor brevis, ulnar nerve between the humeral and ulnar heads of the flexor
and pectineal muscles are all adductors of the hip, of these the carpi ulnaris muscle.
adductor longus is most often injured in sports. 22.When you kick the ball, the repeated downward stretching and
3.Joint hypomobility (including loss of joint play) that requires the kick impact effect on the front part of the ankle joint can cause
manual movement, mobilization, or manipulation to restore this condition. This leads to strain and inflammation of the joint
normal function, or as hypermobility that requires stabilization. capsule and later to the formation of small bony growths
4.Tight hamstrings interfere with foot position. Poor contact of the (osteophytes) on the edge of the joint.
feet with the ground: unstable foundation. 23.Tight abdominus rectus muscle and floor of the pelvis.
Tight neck muscles interfere with proper head carriage and 24.Painful condition, which results in a severe loss of motion in
movement, distorting the sensations provided by the balance the shoulder. It may follow an injury to the shoulder, but may also
centers of the inner ear. arise gradually with no warning or injury. Usually the
5.Sporting activities involving repeated jumping or sudden Subscapularis is affected.
stopping and turning, such as in basketball. These activities can 25.Disruption of the ulnar collateral ligament of the thumb
cause tiny blood vessels in the skin to shear and rupture. resulting from forced radial deviation of the MCP
6.Caused by toes constantly crashing into the end of sports joint of the thumb.
shoes/boots during sports, especially if there are abrupt stops or 26.Inflammation of the medial epicondyle. Palmaris Longus,
constant pounding of the foot. Flexor Digitorum Superficialis, Flexor Carpi Radialis,
7.Tight Innercostals, Pectoralis Major, and or Scalenes. Flexor Carpi Ulnaris, or Pronator Teres.
8.Can be caused by tightened extensor hallucis longus. 27.Bruise or a stretching or tearing of the fibers comprising
9.A stretch or compression injury to the brachial plexus. muscles that run from the front of the hip bone to the inside of the
Immediate, severe, burning pain and prickly paresthesia that thigh.
radiates from the neck, extending circumferentially to the arm or 28.Common nerve compression affecting the ulnar nerve as it
fingers. Additionally, symptoms often include numbness and brief passes through a tunnel in the wrist called Guyon's canal. This
paralysis of the arm. problem is similar to carpal tunnel syndrome, but involves a
10.It is simply a closed space between two moving surfaces that completely different nerve. Sometimes both conditions can be
has a small amount of lubricating fluid inside. causing a problem in the same hand.
Gastrocnemius, Soleus, Deltoid Muscles, Greater Trochanter Area 29.Pain and/or restriction of movement at the joints of the big toe.
11.There are 9 tendons and the median nerve pass through the 30.Are caused by tight extensor digitorum longus.
tunnel from the forearm to the hand. Increased pressure in the
 ORIGIN OF PAIN
31.Handlebar Palsy drum to the external ear opening. The inflammation usually
32.Hockey Player's Syndrome occurs at the surface skin of the ear canal and is often caused by a
33.Heavy Lifting fungal or bacterial infection.
34.Iliotibial Band Syndrome 44.Condition characterized by pain when a person lifts his/her
35.Inguinal Hernias
arm between 45 and 160 degrees from the side of the body. The
36.Inverted Foot or ClubFoot
37.Lumbago condition is caused by tendonitis or bursitis of the shoulder.
38.Lumbar Strain (Weight Lifter's Back) 45.Patellofemoral pain is caused by patella alta (a congenitally
39.Mallet Finger high-riding patella); plicae (fibrous bands attached to the patella);
40.Mastectomy tight hamstrings; tight heel cords; tightness of the vastus lateralis,
41.Metatarsalgia iliotibial tract, and lateral retinaculum; weakness of the vastus
42.Myositis Ossificans medialis; and Q angle (between the patella tendon and the long
43.Otitis Externa (Swimmer’s Ear) axis of the thigh) > 15°.
44.Painful Arc Syndrome 46.The neurovascular bundle gets entrapped between the
45.Patellofemoral Pain (Runner's Knee)
pectoralis minor and the coracoid process. Hyper abduction often
46.Pectoralis Minor or Hyperabduction Syndrome
47.Pes Cavus reproduces the symptoms, and Wright's or Roo's tests are often
48.Pes Planus positive.
49.Piriformis Syndrome 47.Higher than normal arch in the foot and could be a tight
50.Plantar Fasciitis Tibialis Anterior muscle.
51.Popliteus Tendinitis 48.Is flat feet, not enough of an arch, weakness in the soleus-
52.Posterior Femoral Muscle Strain (Hamstring Tear) gastroc group or tibialis anterior.
53.Posteromedial Shin Splints 49.The sciatic nerve typically passes under the piriformis, but in
54.Pronator Teres Syndrome some cases will pass through it. Piriformis,
55.Psoas Syndrome
Obturator Internus, Obturator Externus, Gemellus Superior,
56.Radial Tunnel Syndrome
57.Rapid Acceleration (Problems With) Gemellus Inferior, Quadratus Femoris.
58.Rapid Extension (Problems With) 50.The plantar fascia is a strong band of connective tissue that
59.Restless Leg Syndrome extends from the base of the toes, along the bottom of the foot, to
60.Ringing Sensation in the Ear the bottom of the heel. Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the
plantar fascia with resulting pain.
31.Inflammation of the nerve that runs the length of the arm to the 51.Popliteus muscle & Anterior Cruciate Ligament.
hand. This nerve, properly known as the ulnar nerve, provides for 52.The quadriceps muscles flex the hip and extend the knee
movement and feeling in the arm and hand. Although handlebar during running and jumping. Simultaneous contraction of the
palsy can afflict others, among athletes it’s most common in hamstrings and quadriceps can cause posterior femoral muscle
cyclists (which explain its nonscientific name). strain if the hamstrings are < 60% as strong as the quadriceps.
32.Involves a tear of the external oblique aponeurosis, associated 53.Flexor hallucis longus, Flexor digitorum longus, Tibialis
with inguinal nerve entrapment. posterior.
33.Erector Spinae be the cause from twisting while lifting. 54.A Cause of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and it is a Nerve
34.Tendon portion of the tensor fascia lata muscle and is entrapment at the pronator teres muscle area. The median nerve
indirectly attached to parts of the gluteus medius, gluteus can get entrapped between the humeral and ulnar heads of the
maximus and the vastus lateralis muscles. pronator teres muscle. The patient will complain of pain and
35.Result from a weakness or tear of the posterior wall of the tingling in the palmar and dorsal aspect of the hand, palm, and
inguinal canal (transversus abdominis). fingers.
36.Tibialis anterior muscle could be one of the causes. 55.Chronic psoas shortening and weakness may occur due to
37.Is low back pain. The Psoas or Quadratus Lumborum could be sleeping in the fetal position, exercise programs emphasizing
the cause. repetitive hip flexion, and sedentary life styles.
38.Any great force can tear the muscles and tendons of the lower 56.This syndrome is often misdiagnosed as chronic lateral
back. This occurs commonly in sports that require pushing or epicondylitis, because patients complain of lateral elbow pain at
pulling against great resistance (eg, weight lifting, football) or the forearm. Stretch the supinator muscle.
sudden twisting of the back (eg, basketball, baseball, golf). 57.Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus.
39.Flexion deformity of the terminal interphalangeal joint in 58.Vastus Medialis, Rectus Femoris, Vastus Lateralis.
which the fingertip droops and extension is not possible. 59.With no known cause, restless leg syndrome has been
40.Removal of the breast tissue. Pectoralis minor and Pectoralis associated with: low levels of a brain chemical called dopamine;
major could be affected. conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, iron-deficiency
41.Pain and tenderness along the ball of the foot. anemia, lung or kidney disease; and heredity. Emotional distress,
42.Heterotopic Bone Formation or called Bone spurs. Bone will tobacco, or excessive caffeine use can provoke or worsen
grow within the muscle (called calcification) which is painful. symptoms. As well, some medications, such as antihistamines,
The bone will grow 2 to 4 weeks after the injury and be mature may cause restless legs as a side effect.
bone within 3 to 6 months. 60.Stapedius.
43.Inflammation of the outer ear canal that extends from the ear
 ORIGIN OF PAIN
61.Rotator Cuff Tendinitis (Swimmer's Shoulder; Tennis Shoulder; force, or stretching. The treatment for a strain is Rest, Ice,
Pitcher's Shoulder; Shoulder Impingement Syndrome) Compression, and Elevation (R.I.C.E) If a tear in the muscle
62.Scalenes Syndrome occurs, surgical repair may be necessary.
63.Shin Splints 72.Bursitis in the elbow.
64.Shoulder “Dislocated”
73.Metacarpal flexion, hyperextension of the PIP joint, and
65.Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
66.Shoulder Separation flexion of the DIP joint.
67.Skier’s Thumb 74.Flexor Retinaculum. A condition that occurs from abnormal
68.Snapping Hip Syndrome pressure on the posterior tibial nerve.
69.Spondylolisthesis 75.The muscles that could affect problems are: External
70.Sprain Pterygoid, Lateral Pterygoid, Medial Pterygoid, Masseter,
71.Strain Temporalis and or the Hyoid Muscles.
72.Students Elbow 76.Inflammation of tendon.
73.Swan Neck Deformity 77.Inflammation of the tendon at the lateral epicondyle it could be
74.Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
the tendon of the Extensor Carpi Ulnaris, Extensor Carpi Radialis
75.Temporomandibular Joint Disorder
76.Tendonitis Longus, Extensor Carpi Brevis, Supinator, Extensor Digitorum
77.Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis) and or the Extensor Digiti Longus.
78.Tennis Leg 78.Plantar muscle runs from the upper part of the back of the knee
79.Tennis Toe to the heel. It is attached at the heel by its tendon, a strong band of
80.Tenosynovitis connective tissue that joins the large Achilles tendon.
81.Tension headaches 79.Characterized by severe, throbbing pain beneath the toenail.
82.Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Symptoms include vague swelling of the toe and purple
83.Throwers Shoulder discoloration under the nail. The discoloration is from bleeding,
84.Toe Drop (Drop Toe)
which may appear as vertical streaks beneath the nail.
85.Trigger Finger (Flexor Digital Tenosynovitis)
86.Turf Toe 80.Inflammation of the gliding surface of the tendon and the
87.Valgus Angle surrounding sheath; Sheathed tendons are usually found in the
88.Varus Angle (Gunstock Deformity) wrist and ankles where tendons pass close to the bone.
89.Wryneck 81.Most headaches are caused by muscular tension in the scalp
90.Whiplash and surrounding muscles of the jaw, neck, shoulders, and back.
91.Winged Scapula Upper Traps, Rectus Capitus, Splenius Capitus, Suboccipitals, and
or the Sternocleidomastoid.
61.Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Subscapularis or the teres minor. 82.The thoracic outlet is the area of the shoulder/neck where the
62.The brachial plexus and subclavian vessels are susceptible to nerves (brachial plexus) and blood vessels (subclavian vessels)
entrapment between the anterior and middle scalenes. pass from the cervical area toward the axilla. Collection of
63.Overly tight (hypertonic) Tibialis anterior muscle & could also syndromes brought about by abnormal compression of the
be Extensor Hallucis Longus, Extensor Digitorum Longus or neurovascular bundle by bony, ligamentous or muscular obstacles
Tibialis posterior. Injuries that result in small tears in the fibers of between the cervical spine and the lower border of the axilla.
these muscles probably cause the pain known as shin splints. Tight Anterior Scalene or Pectoralis minor.
64.Excessive tension among muscles and tendons on one side of a 83.The commonest sports-related shoulder problem in young
joint displace the bone. people is shoulder tendonitis. This literally means an
65.Problem for many individuals involved in vigorous overhead inflammation of the tendons, and the commonest tendons to get
shoulder motions such as racquet sports. Impingement syndrome affected are those which form the so- called "rotator cuff.”
is primarily caused by compression of the sub-acromial soft 84.Can be caused by entrapment of the deep peroneal nerve in the
tissues underneath the acromion process of the scapula or the anterior compartment of the lower leg. Releasing the deep anterior
coracoacromial ligament of the shoulder. compartment muscles takes the pressure off the peroneal nerve
66.Sprain or Tear in the Ligaments. and over time toe drop is diminished and may be eliminated.
67.Usually a sprain of the ulnar collateral ligament caused by a 85.Usually the result of a thickening in the tendon that forms a
fall with the arm outstretched. nodule.
68.This syndrome refers to conditions about the hip that cause an 86.Pain where the big toe joins the foot. The pain may be caused
audible or palpable "snapping." The cause can be intra-articular or by a simple bruise but more commonly results from a sprain of
extra-articular. The most common cause involves the snapping of the ligaments that attach the toe to the foot. A sprain is a
the IT band or the TFL over the greater trochanter of the femur stretching or tearing of the ligaments.
(external snapping). 87.Radius and ulna are bent laterally.
69.The slipping of all or part of one vertebra forward on another 88.Radius and ulna are bent medially.
vertebra. 89.Tightness and hard to rotate the head could be the
70.Injury to a ligament and is often caused by a wrench or twist. Sternocleidomastoid.
Sprains often affect the ankles, knees, or wrists. The treatment for 90.Head whipping back and forth or side to side in a fast jerky
a sprain includes Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation movement. Could be any of the neck muscles.
(R.I.C.E.). If the ligament is torn, surgical repair may be 91.Weakness in the Serratus Anterior muscle.
necessary.
71.Injury to a muscle or tendon, and is often caused by overuse,
 ORIGIN OF PAIN TEST
1.Achilles Tendinitis
2.Adductor Longus
3.Articular Dysfunction
4.Balance Problems
5.Black Heel (Talon Noir)
6.Blue Toe
7.Breathing Problems
8.Bunions
9.Burner Syndrome (Stingers)
10.Bursa
11.Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
12.Cervicalgia
13.Club Foot
14.Contusion (Bruise)
15.Cracked Rib
16.De Quervain’s Syndrome (Washerwoman's Sprain)
17.Displaced Patella (Dancers)
18.Dorsiflexor Weakness
19.Dupuytren’s Contracture
20.Fibromyalgia Syndrome
21.Flexor Carpi Ulnaris Tunnel Syndrome
22.Footballer’s ankle
23.Frequent Urination
24.Frozen Shoulder or Adhesive Capsulitis
25.Gamekeeper’s Thumb
26.Golfer's Elbow (Medial epicondylitis)
27.Groin Strain (Groin Pull)
28.Guyon's Canal Syndrome
29.Hallux Rigidus (Hallux Limitus)
30.Hammertoes
___Sporting activities involving repeated jumping or sudden stopping and turning, such as in basketball. These activities can cause
tiny blood vessels in the skin to shear and rupture.
___This muscle tunnel syndrome represents entrapment of the ulnar nerve between the humeral and ulnar heads of the flexor carpi
ulnaris muscle.
___Disruption of the ulnar collateral ligament of the thumb resulting from forced radial deviation of the MCP joint of the thumb.
___When you kick the ball, the repeated downward stretching and the kick impact effect on the front part of the ankle joint can cause
this condition. This leads to strain and inflammation of the joint capsule and later to the formation of small bony growths
(osteophytes) on the edge of the joint.
___Tight abdominus rectus muscle and floor of the pelvis.
___While the adductor longus, adductor magnus, adductor brevis, and pectineal muscles are all adductors of the hip, of these the
adductor longus is most often injured in sports.
___Joint hypomobility (including loss of joint play) that requires manual movement, mobilization, or manipulation to restore normal
function, or as hypermobility that requires stabilization.
___Painful condition, which results in a severe loss of motion in the shoulder. It may follow an injury to the
shoulder, but may also arise gradually with no warning or injury. Usually the Subscapularis is affected.
___Pain in the neck which does not radiate outwards is called cervicalgia. The neck muscles are constantly under tension to hold the
head up.
___Tight Innercostals, Pectoralis Major, and or Scalenes.
___Inflammation of the Achilles tendon and it usually affects the Gastrocnemius and Soleus.
___Pain and/or restriction of movement at the joints of the big toe.
___Are caused by tight extensor digitorum longus.
___Tight hamstrings interfere with foot position. Poor contact of the feet with the ground: unstable foundation.
Tight neck muscles interfere with proper head carriage and movement, distorting the sensations provided by the balance centers of the
inner ear.
___Can be caused by tightened extensor hallucis longus.
___There are 9 tendons and the median nerve pass through the tunnel from the forearm to the hand. Increased pressure in the tunnel
form inflammation in one or many of the tendons irritate the median nerve. Flexor Retinaculum, Flexor Digitorum Superficialis,
Flexor Digitorum Profundus, and or the Palmaris Longus.
___Posterior tibialis muscle is constricted and tight. With neuromuscular therapy, this muscle responds rapidly, especially in children,
and can help alleviate club foot.
___Injury to the soft-tissue often produced by a blunt force such as a kick, fall, or blow. The result will be pain, swelling, and
discoloration. Treatment for contusions includes Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation (R.I.C.E.). More serious contusions may need
to be examined by a physician.
___Caused by toes constantly crashing into the end of sports shoes/boots during sports, especially if there are abrupt stops or constant
pounding of the foot.
___The intercostals muscles are affected.
___A stretch or compression injury to the brachial plexus. Immediate, severe, burning pain and prickly paresthesia that radiates from
the neck, extending circumferentially to the arm or fingers. Additionally, symptoms often include numbness and brief paralysis of the
arm.
___Foot slaps down when walking, weakness in the dorsi-flexor muscles.
___This relatively common disorder is characterized by hyperplasia of the palmar fascia and related structures, with nodule formation
and contracture of the palmar fascia.
___Stenosing tenosynovitis of the short extensor (extensor pollicis brevis) and long abductor tendon (abductor pollicis longus) of the
thumb.
___Bruise or a stretching or tearing of the fibers comprising muscles that run from the front of the hip bone to the inside of the thigh.
___It is simply a closed space between two moving surfaces that has a small amount of lubricating fluid inside.
Gastrocnemius, Soleus, Deltoid Muscles, Greater Trochanter Area
___Common nerve compression affecting the ulnar nerve as it passes through a tunnel in the wrist called Guyon's canal. This problem
is similar to carpal tunnel syndrome, but involves a completely different nerve. Sometimes both conditions can be causing a problem
in the same hand.
___Quadriceps asymmetrically tight. Classical ballet ranks above contact sports for injury.
___There are 18 tender points that doctors look for in making a diagnosis. According to the ACR requirements, a patient must have 11
of the 18 to be considered as having it.
___Inflammation of the medial epicondyle. Palmaris Longus, Flexor Digitorum Superficialis, Flexor Carpi Radialis, Flexor Carpi
Ulnaris, or Pronator Teres.
 ORIGIN OF PAIN TEST
31.Handlebar Palsy
32.Hockey Player's Syndrome
33.Heavy Lifting
34.Iliotibial Band Syndrome
35.Inguinal Hernias
36.Inverted Foot or ClubFoot
37.Lumbago
38.Lumbar Strain (Weight Lifter's Back)
39.Mallet Finger
40.Mastectomy
41.Metatarsalgia
42.Myositis Ossificans
43.Otitis Externa (Swimmer’s Ear)
44.Painful Arc Syndrome
45.Patellofemoral Pain (Runner's Knee)
46.Pectoralis Minor or Hyperabduction Syndrome
47.Pes Cavus
48.Pes Planus
49.Piriformis Syndrome
50.Plantar Fasciitis
51.Popliteus Tendinitis
52.Posterior Femoral Muscle Strain (Hamstring Tear)
53.Posteromedial Shin Splints
54.Pronator Teres Syndrome
55.Psoas Syndrome
56.Radial Tunnel Syndrome
57.Rapid Acceleration (Problems With)
58.Rapid Extension (Problems With)
59.Restless Leg Syndrome
60.Ringing Sensation in the Ear
___Result from a weakness or tear of the posterior wall of the inguinal canal (transversus abdominis).
___Flexion deformity of the terminal interphalangeal joint in which the fingertip droops and extension is not possible.
___Tendon portion of the tensor fascia lata muscle and is indirectly attached to parts of the gluteus medius, gluteus maximus and the
vastus lateralis muscles.
___Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus.
___Vastus Medialis, Rectus Femoris, Vastus Lateralis.
___Removal of the breast tissue. Pectoralis minor and Pectoralis major could be affected.
___Pain and tenderness along the ball of the foot.
___Inflammation of the outer ear canal that extends from the ear drum to the external ear opening. The inflammation usually occurs at
the surface skin of the ear canal and is often caused by a fungal or bacterial infection.
___With no known cause, restless leg syndrome has been associated with: low levels of a brain chemical called dopamine; conditions
such as rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, iron-deficiency anemia, lung or kidney disease; and heredity. Emotional distress, tobacco, or
excessive caffeine use can provoke or worsen symptoms. As well, some medications, such as antihistamines, may cause restless legs
as a side effect.
___Stapedius.
___Heterotopic Bone Formation or called Bone spurs. Bone will grow within the muscle (called calcification) which is painful. The
bone will grow 2 to 4 weeks after the injury and be mature bone within 3 to 6 months.
___The neurovascular bundle gets entrapped between the pectoralis minor and the coracoid process. Hyper abduction often
reproduces the symptoms, and Wright's or Roo's tests are often positive.
___Tibialis anterior muscle could be one of the causes.
___Inflammation of the nerve that runs the length of the arm to the hand. This nerve, properly known as the ulnar nerve, provides for
movement and feeling in the arm and hand. Although handlebar palsy can afflict others, among athletes it’s most common in cyclists
(which explain its nonscientific name).
___Involves a tear of the external oblique aponeurosis, associated with inguinal nerve entrapment.
___Erector Spinae be the cause from twisting while lifting.
___Is low back pain. The Psoas or Quadratus Lumborum could be the cause.
___Any great force can tear the muscles and tendons of the lower back. This occurs commonly in sports that require pushing or
pulling against great resistance (eg, weight lifting, football) or sudden twisting of the back (eg, basketball, baseball, golf).
___Higher than normal arch in the foot and could be a tight Tibialis Anterior muscle.
___Flexor hallucis longus, Flexor digitorum longus, Tibialis posterior.
___The quadriceps muscles flex the hip and extend the knee during running and jumping. Simultaneous contraction of the hamstrings
and quadriceps can cause posterior femoral muscle strain if the hamstrings are < 60% as strong as the quadriceps.
___A Cause of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and it is a Nerve entrapment at the pronator teres muscle area. The median nerve can get
entrapped between the humeral and ulnar heads of the pronator teres muscle. The patient will complain of pain and tingling in the
palmar and dorsal aspect of the hand, palm, and fingers.
___Chronic psoas shortening and weakness may occur due to sleeping in the fetal position, exercise programs emphasizing repetitive
hip flexion, and sedentary life styles.
___The sciatic nerve typically passes under the piriformis, but in some cases will pass through it. Piriformis,
Obturator Internus, Obturator Externus, Gemellus Superior, Gemellus Inferior, Quadratus Femoris.
___The plantar fascia is a strong band of connective tissue that extends from the base of the toes, along the bottom of the foot, to the
bottom of the heel. Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the plantar fascia with resulting pain.
___Is flat feet, not enough of an arch, weakness in the soleus-gastroc group or tibialis anterior.
___Patellofemoral pain is caused by patella alta (a congenitally high-riding patella); plicae (fibrous bands attached to the patella); tight
hamstrings; tight heel cords; tightness of the vastus lateralis, iliotibial tract, and lateral retinaculum; weakness of the vastus medialis;
and Q angle (between the patella tendon and the long axis of the thigh) > 15°.
___Popliteus muscle & Anterior Cruciate Ligament.
___Condition characterized by pain when a person lifts his/her arm between 45 and 160 degrees from the side of the body. The
condition is caused by tendonitis or bursitis of the shoulder.
___This syndrome is often misdiagnosed as chronic lateral epicondylitis, because patients complain of lateral elbow pain at the
forearm. Stretch the supinator muscle.
 ORIGIN OF PAIN TEST
61.Rotator Cuff Tendinitis (Swimmer's Shoulder; Tennis Shoulder; Pitcher's Shoulder;
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome)
62.Scalenes Syndrome
63.Shin Splints
64.Shoulder “Dislocated”
65.Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
66.Shoulder Separation
67.Skier’s Thumb
68.Snapping Hip Syndrome
69.Spondylolisthesis
70.Sprain
71.Strain
72.Students Elbow
73.Swan Neck Deformity
74.Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
75.Temporomandibular Joint Disorder
76.Tendonitis
77.Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
78.Tennis Leg
79.Tennis Toe
80.Tenosynovitis
81.Tension headaches
82.Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
83.Throwers Shoulder
84.Toe Drop (Drop Toe)
85.Trigger Finger (Flexor Digital Tenosynovitis)
86.Turf Toe
87.Valgus Angle
88.Varus Angle (Gunstock Deformity)
89.Wryneck
90.Whiplash
91.Winged Scapula
___Excessive tension among muscles and tendons on one side of a joint displace the bone.
___Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Subscapularis or the teres minor.
___Problem for many individuals involved in vigorous overhead shoulder motions such as racquet sports. Impingement syndrome is
primarily caused by compression of the sub-acromial soft tissues underneath the acromion process of the scapula or the
coracoacromial ligament of the shoulder.
___This syndrome refers to conditions about the hip that cause an audible or palpable "snapping." The cause can be intra-articular or
extra-articular. The most common cause involves the snapping of the IT band or the TFL over the greater trochanter of the femur
(external snapping).
___The brachial plexus and subclavian vessels are susceptible to entrapment between the anterior and middle scalenes.
___The slipping of all or part of one vertebra forward on another vertebra.
___Injury to a ligament and is often caused by a wrench or twist. Sprains often affect the ankles, knees, or wrists. The treatment for a
sprain includes Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation (R.I.C.E.). If the ligament is torn, surgical repair may be necessary.
___Overly tight (hypertonic) Tibialis anterior muscle & could also be Extensor Hallucis Longus, Extensor Digitorum Longus or
Tibialis posterior. Injuries that result in small tears in the fibers of these muscles probably cause the pain known as shin splints.
___Radius and ulna are bent laterally.
___Sprain or Tear in the Ligaments.
___Usually a sprain of the ulnar collateral ligament caused by a fall with the arm outstretched.
___Injury to a muscle or tendon, and is often caused by overuse, force, or stretching. The treatment for a strain is Rest, Ice,
Compression, and Elevation (R.I.C.E) If a tear in the muscle occurs, surgical repair may be necessary.
___Inflammation of the tendon at the lateral epicondyle it could be the tendon of the Extensor Carpi Ulnaris, Extensor Carpi Radialis
Longus, Extensor Carpi Brevis, Supinator, Extensor Digitorum and or the Extensor Digiti Longus.
___Pain where the big toe joins the foot. The pain may be caused by a simple bruise but more commonly results from a sprain of the
ligaments that attach the toe to the foot. A sprain is a stretching or tearing of the ligaments.
___Radius and ulna are bent medially.
___Plantar muscle runs from the upper part of the back of the knee to the heel. It is attached at the heel by its tendon, a strong band of
connective tissue that joins the large Achilles tendon.
___Characterized by severe, throbbing pain beneath the toenail. Symptoms include vague swelling of the toe and purple discoloration
under the nail. The discoloration is from bleeding, which may appear as vertical streaks beneath the nail.
___Usually the result of a thickening in the tendon that forms a nodule.
___Metacarpal flexion, hyperextension of the PIP joint, and flexion of the DIP joint.
___Bursitis in the elbow.
___Tightness and hard to rotate the head could be the Sternocleidomastoid.
___Head whipping back and forth or side to side in a fast jerky movement. Could be any of the neck muscles.
___Weakness in the Serratus Anterior muscle.
___Flexor Retinaculum. A condition that occurs from abnormal pressure on the posterior tibial nerve.
___The thoracic outlet is the area of the shoulder/neck where the nerves (brachial plexus) and blood vessels (subclavian vessels) pass
from the cervical area toward the axilla. Collection of syndromes brought about by abnormal compression of the neurovascular bundle
by bony, ligamentous or muscular obstacles between the cervical spine and the lower border of the axilla. Tight Anterior Scalene or
Pectoralis minor.
___Inflammation of the gliding surface of the tendon and the surrounding sheath; Sheathed tendons are usually found in the wrist and
ankles where tendons pass close to the bone.
___The muscles that could affect problems are: External Pterygoid, Lateral Pterygoid, Medial Pterygoid, Masseter, Temporalis and or
the Hyoid Muscles.
___Inflammation of tendon.
___Most headaches are caused by muscular tension in the scalp and surrounding muscles of the jaw, neck, shoulders, and back. Upper
Traps, Rectus Capitus, Splenius Capitus, Suboccipitals, and or the Sternocleidomastoid.
___Can be caused by entrapment of the deep peroneal nerve in the anterior compartment of the lower leg. Releasing the deep anterior
compartment muscles takes the pressure off the peroneal nerve and over time toe drop is diminished and may be eliminated.
___The commonest sports-related shoulder problem in young people is shoulder tendonitis. This literally means an inflammation of
the tendons, and the commonest tendons to get affected are those which form the so- called "rotator cuff.”
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1.Achilles Tendinitis 7.Tight Innercostals, Pectoralis Major, and or Scalenes.
2.Adductor Longus 1.Inflammation of the Achilles tendon and it usually affects the
3.Articular Dysfunction Gastrocnemius and Soleus.
4.Balance Problems 29.Pain and/or restriction of movement at the joints of the big toe.
5.Black Heel (Talon Noir) 30.Are caused by tight extensor digitorum longus.
6.Blue Toe 4.Tight hamstrings interfere with foot position. Poor contact of the feet
7.Breathing Problems with the ground: unstable foundation.
8.Bunions Tight neck muscles interfere with proper head carriage and movement,
9.Burner Syndrome (Stingers) distorting the sensations provided by the balance centers of the inner ear.
10.Bursa 8.Can be caused by tightened extensor hallucis longus.
11.Carpal Tunnel Syndrome 11.There are 9 tendons and the median nerve pass through the tunnel
12.Cervicalgia from the forearm to the hand. Increased pressure in the tunnel form
13.Club Foot inflammation in one or many of the tendons irritate the median nerve.
14.Contusion (Bruise) Flexor Retinaculum, Flexor Digitorum Superficialis, Flexor Digitorum
15.Cracked Rib Profundus, and or the Palmaris Longus.
16.De Quervain’s Syndrome (Washerwoman's Sprain) 13.Posterior tibialis muscle is constricted and tight. With neuromuscular
17.Displaced Patella (Dancers) therapy, this muscle responds rapidly, especially in children, and can help
18.Dorsiflexor Weakness alleviate club foot.
19.Dupuytren’s Contracture 14.Injury to the soft-tissue often produced by a blunt force such as a kick,
20.Fibromyalgia Syndrome fall, or blow. The result will be pain, swelling, and discoloration.
21.Flexor Carpi Ulnaris Tunnel Syndrome Treatment for contusions includes Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation
22.Footballer’s ankle (R.I.C.E.). More serious contusions may need to be examined by a
23.Frequent Urination physician.
24.Frozen Shoulder or Adhesive Capsulitis 6.Caused by toes constantly crashing into the end of sports shoes/boots
25.Gamekeeper’s Thumb during sports, especially if there are abrupt stops or constant pounding of
26.Golfer's Elbow (Medial epicondylitis) the foot.
27.Groin Strain (Groin Pull) 15.The intercostals muscles are affected.
28.Guyon's Canal Syndrome 9.A stretch or compression injury to the brachial plexus. Immediate,
29.Hallux Rigidus (Hallux Limitus) severe, burning pain and prickly paresthesia that radiates from the neck,
30.Hammertoes extending circumferentially to the arm or fingers. Additionally,
symptoms often include numbness and brief paralysis of the arm.
5.Sporting activities involving repeated jumping or sudden stopping and 18.Foot slaps down when walking, weakness in the dorsi-flexor muscles.
turning, such as in basketball. These activities can cause tiny blood 19.This relatively common disorder is characterized by hyperplasia of the
vessels in the skin to shear and rupture. palmar fascia and related structures, with nodule formation and
21.This muscle tunnel syndrome represents entrapment of the ulnar nerve contracture of the palmar fascia.
between the humeral and ulnar heads of the flexor carpi ulnaris muscle. 16.Stenosing tenosynovitis of the short extensor (extensor pollicis brevis)
25.Disruption of the ulnar collateral ligament of the thumb resulting from and long abductor tendon (abductor pollicis longus) of the thumb.
forced radial deviation of the MCP joint of the thumb. 27.Bruise or a stretching or tearing of the fibers comprising muscles that
22.When you kick the ball, the repeated downward stretching and the run from the front of the hip bone to the inside of the thigh.
kick impact effect on the front part of the ankle joint can cause this 10.It is simply a closed space between two moving surfaces that has a
condition. This leads to strain and inflammation of the joint capsule and small amount of lubricating fluid inside. Gastrocnemius, Soleus, Deltoid
later to the formation of small bony growths (osteophytes) on the edge of Muscles, Greater Trochanter Area
the joint. 28.Common nerve compression affecting the ulnar nerve as it passes
23.Tight abdominus rectus muscle and floor of the pelvis. through a tunnel in the wrist called Guyon's canal. This problem is
2.While the adductor longus, adductor magnus, adductor brevis, and similar to carpal tunnel syndrome, but involves a completely different
pectineal muscles are all adductors of the hip, of these the adductor nerve. Sometimes both conditions can be causing a problem in the same
longus is most often injured in sports. hand.
3.Joint hypomobility (including loss of joint play) that requires manual 17.Quadriceps asymmetrically tight. Classical ballet ranks above contact
movement, mobilization, or manipulation to restore normal function, or sports for injury.
as hypermobility that requires stabilization. 20.There are 18 tender points that doctors look for in making a diagnosis.
24.Painful condition, which results in a severe loss of motion in the According to the ACR requirements, a patient must have 11 of the 18 to
shoulder. It may follow an injury to the shoulder, but may also arise be considered as having it.
gradually with no warning or injury. Usually the Subscapularis is 26.Inflammation of the medial epicondyle. Palmaris Longus, Flexor
affected. Digitorum Superficialis, Flexor Carpi Radialis, Flexor Carpi Ulnaris, or
12.Pain in the neck which does not radiate outwards is called cervicalgia. Pronator Teres.
The neck muscles are constantly under tension to hold the head up.
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31.Handlebar Palsy months.
32.Hockey Player's Syndrome 46.The neurovascular bundle gets entrapped between the pectoralis minor
33.Heavy Lifting and the coracoid process. Hyper abduction often reproduces the
34.Iliotibial Band Syndrome symptoms, and Wright's or Roo's tests are often positive.
35.Inguinal Hernias 36.Tibialis anterior muscle could be one of the causes.
36.Inverted Foot or ClubFoot 31.Inflammation of the nerve that runs the length of the arm to the hand.
37.Lumbago This nerve, properly known as the ulnar nerve, provides for movement
38.Lumbar Strain (Weight Lifter's Back) and feeling in the arm and hand. Although handlebar palsy can afflict
39.Mallet Finger others, among athletes it’s most common in cyclists (which explain its
40.Mastectomy nonscientific name).
41.Metatarsalgia 32.Involves a tear of the external oblique aponeurosis, associated with
42.Myositis Ossificans inguinal nerve entrapment.
43.Otitis Externa (Swimmer’s Ear) 33.Erector Spinae be the cause from twisting while lifting.
44.Painful Arc Syndrome 37.Is low back pain. The Psoas or Quadratus Lumborum could be the
45.Patellofemoral Pain (Runner's Knee) cause.
46.Pectoralis Minor or Hyperabduction Syndrome 38.Any great force can tear the muscles and tendons of the lower back.
47.Pes Cavus This occurs commonly in sports that require pushing or pulling against
48.Pes Planus great resistance (eg, weight lifting, football) or sudden twisting of the
49.Piriformis Syndrome back (eg, basketball, baseball, golf).
50.Plantar Fasciitis 47.Higher than normal arch in the foot and could be a tight Tibialis
51.Popliteus Tendinitis Anterior muscle.
52.Posterior Femoral Muscle Strain (Hamstring Tear) 53.Flexor hallucis longus, Flexor digitorum longus, Tibialis posterior.
53.Posteromedial Shin Splints 52.The quadriceps muscles flex the hip and extend the knee during
54.Pronator Teres Syndrome running and jumping. Simultaneous contraction of the hamstrings and
55.Psoas Syndrome quadriceps can cause posterior femoral muscle strain if the hamstrings
56.Radial Tunnel Syndrome are < 60% as strong as the quadriceps.
57.Rapid Acceleration (Problems With) 54.A Cause of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and it is a Nerve entrapment at
58.Rapid Extension (Problems With) the pronator teres muscle area. The median nerve can get entrapped
59.Restless Leg Syndrome between the humeral and ulnar heads of the pronator teres muscle. The
60.Ringing Sensation in the Ear patient will complain of pain and tingling in the palmar and dorsal aspect
of the hand, palm, and fingers.
35.Result from a weakness or tear of the posterior wall of the inguinal 55.Chronic psoas shortening and weakness may occur due to sleeping in
canal (transversus abdominis). the fetal position, exercise programs emphasizing repetitive hip flexion,
39.Flexion deformity of the terminal interphalangeal joint in which the and sedentary life styles.
fingertip droops and extension is not possible. 49.The sciatic nerve typically passes under the piriformis, but in some
34.Tendon portion of the tensor fascia lata muscle and is indirectly cases will pass through it. Piriformis,
attached to parts of the gluteus medius, gluteus maximus and the vastus Obturator Internus, Obturator Externus, Gemellus Superior, Gemellus
lateralis muscles. Inferior, Quadratus Femoris.
57.Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus. 50.The plantar fascia is a strong band of connective tissue that extends
58.Vastus Medialis, Rectus Femoris, Vastus Lateralis. from the base of the toes, along the bottom of the foot, to the bottom of
40.Removal of the breast tissue. Pectoralis minor and Pectoralis major the heel. Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the plantar fascia with
could be affected. resulting pain.
41.Pain and tenderness along the ball of the foot. 48.Is flat feet, not enough of an arch, weakness in the soleus-gastroc
43.Inflammation of the outer ear canal that extends from the ear drum to group or tibialis anterior.
the external ear opening. The inflammation usually occurs at the surface 45.Patellofemoral pain is caused by patella alta (a congenitally high-
skin of the ear canal and is often caused by a fungal or bacterial infection. riding patella); plicae (fibrous bands attached to the patella); tight
59.With no known cause, restless leg syndrome has been associated with: hamstrings; tight heel cords; tightness of the vastus lateralis, iliotibial
low levels of a brain chemical called dopamine; conditions such as tract, and lateral retinaculum; weakness of the vastus medialis; and Q
rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, iron-deficiency anemia, lung or kidney angle (between the patella tendon and the long axis of the thigh) > 15°.
disease; and heredity. Emotional distress, tobacco, or excessive caffeine 51.Popliteus muscle & Anterior Cruciate Ligament.
use can provoke or worsen symptoms. As well, some medications, such 44.Condition characterized by pain when a person lifts his/her arm
as antihistamines, may cause restless legs as a side effect. between 45 and 160 degrees from the side of the body. The condition is
60.Stapedius. caused by tendonitis or bursitis of the shoulder.
42.Heterotopic Bone Formation or called Bone spurs. Bone will grow 56.This syndrome is often misdiagnosed as chronic lateral epicondylitis,
within the muscle (called calcification) which is painful. The bone will because patients complain of lateral elbow pain at the forearm. Stretch
grow 2 to 4 weeks after the injury and be mature bone within 3 to 6 the supinator muscle.
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61.Rotator Cuff Tendinitis (Swimmer's Shoulder; Tennis Shoulder; 67.Usually a sprain of the ulnar collateral ligament caused by a fall with
Pitcher's Shoulder; Shoulder Impingement Syndrome) the arm outstretched.
62.Scalenes Syndrome 71.Injury to a muscle or tendon, and is often caused by overuse, force, or
63.Shin Splints stretching. The treatment for a strain is Rest, Ice, Compression, and
64.Shoulder “Dislocated” Elevation (R.I.C.E) If a tear in the muscle occurs, surgical repair may be
65.Shoulder Impingement Syndrome necessary.
66.Shoulder Separation 77.Inflammation of the tendon at the lateral epicondyle it could be the
67.Skier’s Thumb tendon of the Extensor Carpi Ulnaris, Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus,
68.Snapping Hip Syndrome Extensor Carpi Brevis, Supinator, Extensor Digitorum and or the
69.Spondylolisthesis Extensor Digiti Longus.
70.Sprain 86.Pain where the big toe joins the foot. The pain may be caused by a
71.Strain simple bruise but more commonly results from a sprain of the ligaments
72.Students Elbow that attach the toe to the foot. A sprain is a stretching or tearing of the
73.Swan Neck Deformity ligaments.
74.Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome 88.Radius and ulna are bent medially.
75.Temporomandibular Joint Disorder 78.Plantar muscle runs from the upper part of the back of the knee to the
76.Tendonitis heel. It is attached at the heel by its tendon, a strong band of connective
77.Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis) tissue that joins the large Achilles tendon.
78.Tennis Leg 79.Characterized by severe, throbbing pain beneath the toenail.
79.Tennis Toe Symptoms include vague swelling of the toe and purple discoloration
80.Tenosynovitis under the nail. The discoloration is from bleeding, which may appear as
81.Tension headaches vertical streaks beneath the nail.
82.Thoracic Outlet Syndrome 85.Usually the result of a thickening in the tendon that forms a nodule.
83.Throwers Shoulder 73.Metacarpal flexion, hyperextension of the PIP joint, and flexion of the
84.Toe Drop (Drop Toe) DIP joint.
85.Trigger Finger (Flexor Digital Tenosynovitis) 72.Bursitis in the elbow.
86.Turf Toe 89.Tightness and hard to rotate the head could be the
87.Valgus Angle Sternocleidomastoid.
88.Varus Angle (Gunstock Deformity) 90.Head whipping back and forth or side to side in a fast jerky
89.Wryneck movement. Could be any of the neck muscles.
90.Whiplash 91.Weakness in the Serratus Anterior muscle.
91.Winged Scapula 74.Flexor Retinaculum. A condition that occurs from abnormal pressure
on the posterior tibial nerve.
64.Excessive tension among muscles and tendons on one side of a joint 82.The thoracic outlet is the area of the shoulder/neck where the nerves
displace the bone. (brachial plexus) and blood vessels (subclavian vessels) pass from the
61. Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Subscapularis or the teres minor. cervical area toward the axilla. Collection of syndromes brought about by
65.Problem for many individuals involved in vigorous overhead shoulder abnormal compression of the neurovascular bundle by bony, ligamentous
motions such as racquet sports. Impingement syndrome is primarily or muscular obstacles between the cervical spine and the lower border of
caused by compression of the sub-acromial soft tissues underneath the the axilla. Tight Anterior Scalene or Pectoralis minor.
acromion process of the scapula or the coracoacromial ligament of the 80.Inflammation of the gliding surface of the tendon and the surrounding
shoulder. sheath; Sheathed tendons are usually found in the wrist and ankles where
68.This syndrome refers to conditions about the hip that cause an audible tendons pass close to the bone.
or palpable "snapping." The cause can be intra-articular or extra-articular. 75.The muscles that could affect problems are: External Pterygoid,
The most common cause involves the snapping of the IT band or the TFL Lateral Pterygoid, Medial Pterygoid, Masseter, Temporalis and or the
over the greater trochanter of the femur (external snapping). Hyoid Muscles.
62.The brachial plexus and subclavian vessels are susceptible to 76.Inflammation of tendon.
entrapment between the anterior and middle scalenes. 81.Most headaches are caused by muscular tension in the scalp and
69.The slipping of all or part of one vertebra forward on another vertebra. surrounding muscles of the jaw, neck, shoulders, and back. Upper Traps,
70.Injury to a ligament and is often caused by a wrench or twist. Sprains Rectus Capitus, Splenius Capitus, Suboccipitals, and or the
often affect the ankles, knees, or wrists. Sternocleidomastoid.
The treatment for a sprain includes Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation 84.Can be caused by entrapment of the deep peroneal nerve in the
(R.I.C.E.). If the ligament is torn, surgical repair may be necessary. anterior compartment of the lower leg. Releasing the deep anterior
63.Overly tight (hypertonic) Tibialis anterior muscle & could also be compartment muscles takes the pressure off the peroneal nerve and over
Extensor Hallucis Longus, Extensor Digitorum Longus or Tibialis time toe drop is diminished and may be eliminated.
posterior. Injuries that result in small tears in the fibers of these muscles 83.The commonest sports-related shoulder problem in young people is
probably cause the pain known as shin splints. shoulder tendonitis. This literally means an inflammation of the tendons,
87.Radius and ulna are bent laterally. and the commonest tendons to get affected are those which form the so-
66.Sprain or Tear in the Ligaments. called "rotator cuff.”