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Which type of lever occurs when two forces are applied on either side of an axis?

First Class

What type of lever is the triceps at the elbow?

First Class

Which type of lever occurs when two forces are applied on one side of an axis, with the resistance between the force and axis?

Second Class

What is one example of a second class lever in the human body?

Toe Raises

What type of lever occurs when the effort force lies closer to the axis than the resistance force?

Third Class

What is the most common type of lever in the human body?

Third Class

What are the three types of motion that can occur at a joint?

Roll


Glide


Spin

Concave-Convex Rule:



Distal Phalanx on Proximal Phalanx

Concave on Convex

Concave-Convex Rule:



Proximal Phalanx on Metacarpal

Concave on Convex

Concave-Convex Rule:



Distal Radius on Distal Ulna

Concave on Convex

Concave-Convex Rule:



Proximal Radius on Proximal Ulna

Convex on Concave

Concave-Convex Rule:



Radius on Humerus

Concave on Convex

Concave-Convex Rule:



Ulna on Humerus

Concave on Convex

Concave-Convex Rule:



Humerus on Glenoid

Convex on Concave

Concave-Convex Rule:



Clavicle on Sternum (Elevation/Depression)

Convex on Concave

Concave-Convex Rule:



Clavicle on Sternum (Protraction/Retraction)

Concave on Convex

Concave-Convex Rule:



Scapula on Clavicle

Concave on Convex

Concave-Convex Rule:



Distal Phalanx on Proximal Phalanx

Concave on Convex

Concave-Convex Rule:



Proximal Phalanx on Metatarsal

Concave on Convex

Concave-Convex Rule:



Navicular / Cuneiform on Subtalar

Concave on Convex

Concave-Convex Rule:



Cuboid / Calcaneus on Subtalar (Inversion/Eversion)

Convex on Concave

Concave-Convex Rule:



Talus on Tibia

Convex on Concave

Concave-Convex Rule:



Fibular Head on Tibia

Concave on Convex

Concave-Convex Rule:



Tibia on Femur

Concave on Convex

Concave-Convex Rule:



Femur on Pelvis

Convex on Concave

Concave-Convex Rule:



Mandible on skull

Convex on Concave

Open Pack Position: Vertebral

Midway between Flexion and Extension

Closed Pack Position: Vertebral

Full Extension

Open Pack Position: TMJ

Jaw slightly open

Close Pack Position: TMJ

Maximal Retrusion

Open Pack Position: Sternoclavicular

Arm resting by side

Close Pack Position: Sternoclavicular

Arm Maximally Elevated

Open Packed Position: Acromioclavicular

Arm resting by side

Close Packed Position: Acromioclavicular

Arm abducted 90 degrees

Open Packed Position: Glenohumeral

55-70 abduction, 30 horizontal adduction, neutral rotation

Closed Pack Position: Glenohumeral

Maximum abduction and external rotation

Open Pack Position: Humeroulnar

70 flexion and 10 supination

Closed Pack Position: Humeroulnar

Full extension and supination

Open Pack Position: Humeroradial

Full extension and supination

Closed Pack Position: Humeroradial

90 Flexion and 5 supination

Open Pack Position: Proximal Radio-Ulnar

70 flexion and 35 supination

Closed pack position: Proximal Radioulnar

5 supination and full extension

Open Pack position: Distal radioulnar

10 supination

Closed Pack position: distal radioulnar

5 supination

Open Pack Position: Radioulnocarpal

Neutral w/ slight ulnar deviation

Closed pack position: Radioulnarcarpal

Full extension w/ radial deviation

Open Pack position: Midcarpal

Neutral with slight flexion and ulnar deviation

Closed pack position: Midcarpal

Full extension

open pack position: carpometacarpal

Neutral w/ slight flexion and ulnar deviation

Closed pack position: carpometacarpal

Full opposition

Open Pack Position: Trapeziometacarpal

Midway between flexion/extension, mid flexion, and mid extension

Closed pack position: Trapeziometacarpal

Full Opposition

Open pack position: Metacarpophalangeal

slight flexion

Closed pack position: Metacarpophalangeal

Full extension

Open pack position: Interphalangeal

10 flexion

Closed pack position: Interphalangeal

Full Extension

Open pack position: Hip

30 flexion, 30 abduction, slight ER

Closed Pack position: Hip

full extension, full abduction, full internal rotation

Open Pack position: Knee

25 flexion

Closed pack position: Knee

Full extension and ER

Open pack position: talocrural

Mid inversion/eversion and 10 plantarflexion

Closed pack position: talocrural

full dorsiflexion

Open pack position: Subtalar

Midway between extremes in ROM and 10 plantarflexion

Closed pack position: Subtalar

Full inversion

Open pack position: Midtarsal

Midway between extremes in ROM and 10 plantarflexion

Closed pack position: Midtarsal

Full supination

Open pack position: tarsometatarsal

midway between pronation and supination

Closed pack position: tarsometatarsal

full supination

Open pack position: metatarsophalangeal

Neutral

Closed pack position: metatarsophalangeal

full extension

Open pack position: interphalangeal

slight flexion

Closed pack position: interphalangeal

full extension

Capsular Pattern: TMJ

Limited mouth opening

Capsular Pattern: OA Joint

Forward flexion > Extension

Capsular Pattern: AA Joint

Rotation

Capsular Pattern: Lower Cervical Spine

SB and Rot > Extension > Flexion

Capsular Pattern: Glenohumeral

ER > Abd > IR

Capsular Pattern: Sternoclavicular

Elevation

Capsular Pattern: Acromioclavicular

Elevation

Capsular Pattern: Humeroulnar

Flexion > Extension

Capsular Pattern: Humeroradial

Flexion > Extension

Capsular Pattern: Proximal Radioulnar

Pronation = supination

Capsular Pattern: Distal Radioulnar

Pronation = Supination

Capsular Pattern: Wrist

Flexion = Extension

Capsular Pattern: Midcarpal

Equal in all planes

Capsular Pattern: Trapeziometacarpal

Adduction > Extension

Capsular Pattern: Carpometacarpals

Equal in all planes

Capsular Pattern: Upper Extremity Digits

Flexion > Extension

Capsular Pattern: Thoracic Spine

Flexion > Extension

Capsular Pattern: Lumbar Spine

Side Bending = Rotation > Extension > Flexion

Capsular Pattern: Sacroiliac, Symphisis pubis, sacrococcygeal

Pain when joints are stressed

Capsular Pattern: Hip

Flexion and IR > Abd > Add and ER

Capsular Pattern: Knee

Flexion > Extension

Capsular Pattern: Tibiofibular

Pain when joint is stressed

Capsular Pattern: Talocrural

Plantarflexion > Dorsiflexion

Capsular Pattern: Subtalar

Inverstion > Eversion

Capsular Pattern: Midtarsal

Supination > Pronation

Capsular Pattern: Metatarsophalangeal

Extension > Flexion

Capsular Pattern: Interphalangeal

Extension Restrictions

What are the 7 grades of movement?

0 - Ankylosing


1 - Considerable hypomobility


2 - Slight hypomobility


3 - Normal


4 - Slight hypermobility


5 - Considerable hypermobility


6 - Unstable

What is a common muscle substitute for weakened shoulder abductors?

Use of scapular stabilizers

What is a common muscle substitute for weakened hip abductors?

Lateral trunk muscles or TFL

What is a common muscle substitute for weakened finger flexors?

Use of passive finger flexion by contraction of wrist extensors

What is a common muscle substitute for weakened pectoralis major?

Use of long head of biceps, corachobrachialis and anterior deltoid

Which muscle is responsible for neck flexion?

Sternocleidomastoid and other deep neck flexors

Which muscle is responsible for neck extension?

Trapezius

Which muscle is responsible for neck rotation?

Sternocleidomastoid

Which muscle is responsible for neck side bending?

Trapezius

Which muscle is responsible for shoulder shrug and scapular upward rotation?

Upper trapezius

Which muscle is responsible for Shoulder horizontal adduction?

Pec major and pec minor

What muscle is responsible for Scapular downward rotation?

Pectoralis minor

What muscle is responsible for Shoulder protraction and scapular upward rotation?

Serratus Anterior

Which muscle is responsible for scapular elevation and scapular downward rotation?

Levator Scapula

Which muscle is responsible for scapular adduction, scapular elevation and scapular downward rotation?

Rhomboids

Which muscle is responsible for shoulder abduction?

Supraspinatus

Which muscle is responsible for shoulder external rotation?

Infrapinatus and teres minor

Which muscle is responsible for shoulder internal rotation and shoulder adduction?

Latissimus dorsi, teres major and subscapularis

Which muscle is responsible for shoulder abduction, flexion and extension?

deltoid

Which muscle is responsible for elbow flexion and forearm supination?

Biceps Brachii

Which muscle is responsible for shoulder flexion and adduction?

coracobrachialis

Which muscle is responsible for elbow flexion?

Brachialis, brachioradialis

Which muscle is responsible for 4th and 5th digit DIP flexion?

Flexor digitorum

Which muscle is responsible for wrist ulnar deviation?

Flexor carpi ulnaris

Which muscle is responsible for thumb adduction?

Adductor Pollicis

Which muscle is responsible for 5th digit abduction?

abductor digiti minimi

Which muscle is responsible for 5th digit opposition?

Opponens digiti minimi

Which muscle is responsible for 5th digit MCP flexion?

Flexor digiti quinti

Which muscle is responsible for 2nd - 5th digit MCP flexion adduction and abduction?

Interossei


Which muscle is responsible for forearm pronation?

Pronator teres and pronator quadratus

Which muscle is responsible for wrist radial deviation?

Flexor carpi radialis

Which muscle is responsible for wrist flexion?

Palmaris longus

Which muscle is responsible for 2nd - 5th digit PIP flexion?

Flexor digitorum sublimis

Which muscle is responsible for Thumb IP flexion?

Flexor Pollicis Longus

Which muscle is responsible for 2nd - 3rd digit DIP flexion?

Flexor digitorum

Which muscle is responsible for thumb abduction?

Abductor pollicis brevis

Which muscle is responsible for thumb MCP flexion?

Flexor pollicis brevis

Which muscle is responsible for thumb opposition?

Opponens pollicis

Which muscle is responsible for 2nd - 5th digit MCP flexion, IP extension?

Lumbricals

Which muscle is responsible for elbow extension?

Triceps brachii, anconeus

Which muscle is responsible for wrist radial extension?

Extensor carpi radialis

Which muscle is responsible for 2nd - 5th digit MCP, and IP extension?

Extensor digitorum communis, extensor digiti quinti proprius

Which muscle is responsible for wrist ulnar extension?

Extensor carpi ulnaris

Which muscle is responsible for forearm supination?

Supinator

What is a common muscle substitute with hip extensor weakness

Use of lower back extensors, adductor magnus and quadratus lumborum

What is a common muscle substitute with hip flexor weakness?

Use of lower abs, lower obliques, hip adductors and latissimus dorsi

How much is the humeral head retroverted?

20-30 degrees

What is the angle of the head to the anatomical neck of the humerus?

135 degrees

Which ribs does the scapula sit over?

2-7

Which way does the glenoid fossa face?

anterior, lateral, superior

The pear shape of the glenoid fossa allows for what more free movement in which directions?

Abduction and Flexion

Angle of the glenoid fossa causes true abduction to be in which plane?

30 degrees anterior to the frontal plane

Which bone connects the shoulder complex to the axial skeleton?

Clavicle

Which structures does the shoulder capsule attach to medially?

glenoid margin, glenoid labrum and coracoid process

Which structures does the shoulder capsule attach to laterally?

humeral anatomical neck, and down shaft approx 1 cm.

Which structures help to support the shoulder capsule?

Tendons of supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, subscapularis and long head of triceps.

Which part of the shoulder capsule is most lax?

Inferior

What are the attachments of the coracohumeral ligament?

base of coracoid process to greater and lesser tubercle of humerus

What is the primary function of the coracohumeral ligament?

Reinforce biceps tendon, superior capsule and prevent caudal dislocation of humerus.

When is the coracohumeral ligament taut?

External Rotation

Where does the coracoacromial ligament attach?

Coracoid process to acromion

How many bands make up the glenohumeral ligament?

3 (superior, middle, inferior)

Where is the glenohumeral ligament?

located on the anterior glenohumeral joint

What is the function of the glenohumeral ligament?

Reinforce anterior glenohumeral capsule

Where is the transverse humeral ligament?

Passes over bicipital groove

What is the purpose of the transverse humeral ligament?

Serve as a retinaculum for the long biceps tendon

Which structures are attached to the glenoid labrum?

Capsule superiorly and inferiorly and biceps long tendon superiorly

What is the usual bursa involved with shoulder pathology?

Subacromial bursa

What happens at approximately 75 degrees of flexion at the shoulder?

ER occurs to keep the greater tubercle from compressing against the acromion

What is the ratio of glenohumeral to scapulothoracic movement in 180 degrees of abduction?

2:1

The first 30-60 degrees of shoulder flexion occurs in glenohumeral or scapulothoracic?

glenohumeral

What are 4 things required to get full shoulder elevation?

- Scapular stabilization


- Inferior glide of the humerus


- external rotation of the humerus


- rotation of the clavicle at sternoclavicular joint


- Scapular abduction and lateral rotation of AC joint


- Straightening of thoracic kyphosis

Which part of the humerus articulates with the ulna at the elbow?

Trochlea

Which part of the humerus articulates with the radius at the elbow?

Capitulum

What part of the ulna does the radial head articulate with?

Radial Notch

Which 2 structures are continuous with the elbow capsule?

Radial collateral ligament and Ulnar collateral ligament

How many parts make up the Ulnar Collateral ligament?

3

Which structures is the Radial Collateral ligament attached to?

Lateral epicondyle to the annular ligament

Which ligament is stronger, radial collateral or ulnar collateral?

Radial Collateral

Where is the annular ligament attached?

To the Ulna medially and surrounds the radial head

When is the annular ligament taut?

extreme pronation and supination

Where does the quadrate ligament attach?

From the radial notch to the neck of radius

What is the function of the quadrate ligament?

Reinforces inferior joint capsule, maintains radial head in opposition to ulna and limits amount of spin in supination and pronation

What is the function of the anterior and posterior radioulnar ligament?

Strengthen capsule

What 5 arteries supply blood to the elbow?

- Brachial Artery


- Anterior Ulnar Recurrent Artery


- Posterior Ulnar Recurrent Artery


- Radial Recurrent Artery


- Middle Collateral Branch of the Deep Brachial Artery

Why is the radial collateral ligament not as strong as the ulnar collateral ligament?

Functional activities place tensile forces medially and compressive forces laterally

Does the ulna pronate or supinate slightly in extension?

pronates

Does the ulna pronate or supinate slightly in flexion?

supinates

Does the proximal ulna glide medially or laterally during extension?

Medially

Does the proximal ulna glide medially or laterally during flexion?

Laterally

Where does the collateral ligaments of the fingers attach?

Lateral condyle to distal phalanx and lateral volar plate

When are the fibers of the collateral ligaments of the fingers taut?

All fibers = flexion


Volar Fibers = Extension

Where does the accessory ligament attach in the fingers?

Condylar head to volar plate

What is the function of the transverse ligament of the fingers?

Provide stability linking MCP joints and reinforcing the anterior capsule

What is the function of the palmar ulnocarpal ligament?

Limits extension and supination

What is the function of the palmar radiocarpal ligament?

Limits extension and supination

What is the extensor hood of the finger?

Fibrous mechanism on the dorsum of each finger that is a fibrous expansion of the extensor digitorum tendon

What is the function of the extensor hood of the finger?

Assist with extension of the PIP and DIP joints

What are the volar plates of the finger?

Thickening of the joint capsule found on the palmar aspect of the MCP, PIP and DIP joints.

What is the function of the volar plates?

Increase articular surface during extension and protect joint volarly.

What areas of the hand does the ulnar nerve innervate?

Hypothenar region, fifth digit and medial half of fourth digit

What areas of the hand does the median nerve innervate?

Palmar surface not innervated by ulnar nerve, dorsal surface of second, third and lateral half of fourth digit from DIP to tip of finger.

What areas of the hand does the radial nerve innervate?

Dorsum of hand no innervated by ulnar or median nerve

Which arteries merge to supply blood to the hand?

Ulnar and Radial Arteries

When the Ulnar and Radial Arteries merge at the hand, what do they form?

Palmar Arch

Which structure runs up each finger both medially and laterally to supply blood?

Digital Branches of the Palmar Arch

How do the fingers help to enhance grip and opposition during finger flexion?

They rotate radially

Describe the femoral head

A two thirds sphere with a depression at its center called the fovea capitis femoris

Which direction is the femoral head oriented?

Superiorly, anteriorly and medially

What is the normal angle of inclination of the femoral head?

115-125 degrees

What is coxa valga?

An angle of inclination of the femoral head greater than >125 degrees

What is coxa vara?

An angle of inclination of the femoral head less than 125 degrees

What is the normal anterior angle of the femoral head?

10-15 degrees

What is anteversion of the femoral head?

If anterior angle is > 25-30 degrees

What is retroversion of the femoral head?

If anterior angle is < 10 degrees

Which direction does the acetabulum face?

Laterally, Inferiorly and anteriorly

What three bones make up the acetabulum?

Ischium, Ilium and Pubis

What is the acetabular fossa?

The center of the acetabulum which is nonarticulating and filled with fat pad for shock absorption

Where is articular cartilage found in the acetabulum?

Everywhere except inferiorly, called the acetabular notch

Where does the iliofemoral ligament attach?

Medial band from AIIS to distal intertrochanteric line. Lateral band from AIIS proximal aspect of intertrochanteric line

When are both bands of the iliofemoral ligament taut?

Extension and External Rotation

When is just the lateral band of the iliofemoral ligament taut?

Adduction

Where does the pubofemoral ligament attach?

Iliopectineal eminence, superior rami of pubis, obturator crest and obturator membrane to the lateral capsule and into the distal intertrochanteric line

When is the pubofemoral ligament taut?

Extension, External Rotation, and abduction

Where does the ischiofemoral ligament attach?

Ischium and posterior acetabulum to greater trochanter

Which muscle is responsible for hip flexion?

Iliopsoas

Which muscle is responsible for hip flexion, abduction and external rotation?

Sartorius

Which muscle is responsible for knee extension?

Quadriceps Femoris

Which muscle is responsible for hip adduction?

Pectineus, adductor longus, adductor brevis and Gracilis

Which muscle is responsible for hip abduction, flexion and internal rotation?

Gluteus medius, gluteus minimus and Tensor fascia latae

Which muscle is responsible for hip external rotation?

Piriformis

Which muscle is responsible for hip extension and external rotation?

Gluteus Maximus, obturator internus, gemelli and quadratus femoris

Which muscle is responsible for hip extension, knee flexion, and external rotation?

Biceps femoris

Which muscle is responsible for hip extension and knee flexion?

Semitendinosus

Which muscle is responsible for hip internal rotation?

Semimembranosus

Which muscle is responsible for ankle dorsiflexion?

Tibialis Anterior

Which muscle is responsible for 2nd-5th MTP extension?

Extensor digitorum longus

Which muscle is responsible for 1st MTP extension?

Extensor Hallucis Longus

Which muscle is responsible for foot eversion?

Fibularis longus and fibularis brevis

Which muscle is responsible for foot inversion?

Tibialis posterior

Which muscle is responsible for plantarflexion?

Gastrocnemius and Soleus

Which muscle is responsible for 2nd - 5th DIP flexion?

Flexor digitorum longus

Which muscle is responsible for 1st toe flexion?

Flexor hallucis longus

Which muscle is responsible for 2nd-5th toe PIP flexion?

Flexor digitorum brevis

Which muscle is responsible for great to MTP flexion?

Flexor hallucis brevis

Which muscle is responsible for toe adduction/abduction?

Dorsal and plantar interossei

Which muscle is responsible for pelvic floor control?

Perineals and sphincters

Which muscle is responsible for Thumb MCP abduction?

Abductor pollicis longus

Which muscle is responsible for Thumb extension?

Extensor pollicis longus and extensor pollicis brevis

Which muscle is responsible for 2nd digit extension?

extensor indicis proprius

When is the ischiofemoral ligament taut?

Internal rotation, abduction and extension of the hip

What is the Zona Orbicularis?

Ligament that runs in a circular pattern around femoral neck

What is the purpose of the Zona Orbicularis?

Hold head of the femur in the acetabulum

Where does the inguinal ligament attached to?

ASIS to pubic tubercle

What is the function of the inguinal ligament?

Forms a tunnel for muscles, arteries, veins and nerves

Where is the subtendinous iliac bursae located?

Between hip and os pubis

Where is the iliopectineal bursae located?

Between the psoas major tendon and iliacus tendon. It lies close to the femoral nerve.

Where is the ischiofemoral bursa located?

Between the ischial tuberosity and gluteus maximus.

Where can bursitis of the ischiofemoral bursa cause pain?

In a sciatic distribution

Where is the deep trochanteric bursa located?

Between gluteus maximus and posterior lateral greater trochanter.

What movements can impinge the deep trochanteric bursa?

Hip flexion and internal rotation due to compression of gluteus maximus

Where is the superficial trochanteric bursa located?

Over the greater trochanter

Which nerves innervate the hip joint?

Femoral, Obturator, Sciatic and Superior Gluteal

What arteries supply the proximal femur?

Medial and Lateral Femoral Circumflex Arteries

What arteries supply the femoral head?

Small branch of Obturator artery

What arteries supplly the acetabulum?

Branches from superior and inferior gluteal arteries

Which femoral condyle descends further inferiorly?

Medial

Which tibial condyle is larger and less mobile?

Medial

Where does the medial collateral ligament of the knee attach?

Medial aspect of medial femoral condyle to upper end of tibia.

What structure do the posterior fibers medial collateral ligament of the knee blend with?

Capsule

When is the Medical Collateral Ligament of the knee taut?

Extension

What is the function does the medial collateral ligament of the knee?

Prevents External rotation of the knee and prevents against valgus forces.

Where does the Lateral Collateral Ligament of the knee attach?

Lateral femoral condyle to head of fibula.

When is the Lateral Collateral Ligament of the knee taut?

Extension

What is the function of the Lateral Collateral Ligament of the knee?

Prevents external rotation and protects against varus forces.

Where does the Anterior Cruciate Ligament attach?

Anterior intercondylar fossa of tibia to medial aspect of lateral condyle of femur.

What is the function of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament?

Prevents forward gliding of tibia on femur and limits internal rotation of tibia during flexion.

Where does the Posterior Cruciate Ligament attach?

Posterior intercondylar fossa of tibia and on lateral surface of femoral medial condyle.W

What is the function of the Posterior Cruciate Ligament?

Prevents posterior displacement of tibia on femur

Where does the meniscofemoral ligament attach?

It runs along the Posterior Cruciate Ligament

Where does the Oblique Popliteal Ligament attach?

Into the expansion from tendon of semimembranosus.

What structures do the Oblique Popliteal Ligament help make?

Floor of the popliteal fossa and capsule.

Which artery does the Oblique Popliteal Ligament come in contact with?

Popliteal Anterior Artery

What is the function of the Oblique Popliteal Ligament?

Strengthens posteromedial capsule

Where does the Arcuate Popliteal Ligament attach?

From the fibular head to the posterior border of intercondylar area of tibia (medial band) and to the lateral epicondyle of femur (lateral band).

What is the function of the Arcuate Popliteal Ligament?

Strengthens posterolateral capsule

Where does the Transverse Ligament of the knee attach?

Connects lateral and medial meniscus anteriorly

Where does the meniscopatellar ligament attach?

Inferolateral edges of patella to lateral border of each meniscus.

What is the function of the meniscopatellar ligament?

Pulls menisci forward with extension

Where does the alar fold attach?

Lateral borders of patella to medial and lateral aspects of femoral condyles

What is the function of the alar fold?

Keeps patella in contact with femur

What is the function of the infrapatellar fold?

Is a stop gap as it is compressed by patella tendon in full flexion

What is the function of the Anterior tibiofibular ligament?

Reinforce the capsule anteriorly

What is the function of the Posterior tibiofibular ligament?

Reinforce the capsule posteriorly

Describe the medial meniscus

Large, C shaped and fairly stable

Which structures attach to the medial meniscus?

MCL and fibrous capsule, semimembranosus and medial meniscopatellar ligament

What structures attach to the lateral meniscus?

popliteus muscle, lateral meniscopatellar ligament and meniscofemoral ligament

What are the 6 functions of the menisci?

- Deepens fossa of tibia


- Increases congruency of tibia and femur


- Provides stability to tibiofemoral joint


- Provides shock absorption and lubrication to knee


- Reduces friction during movement


- Improves weight distribution

Which directions do the menisci move with certain movements?

Move with tibia in flexion/extension and with femoral condyles with internal/external rotation

How much does each meniscus move total?

Medial 6 mm, lateral 12 mm

Which structures have influence on the movement of the medial meniscus?

Semimembranosus and ACL pull posteriorly during flexion, medial meniscopatellar ligament pulls anteriorly during extension and MCL and fibrous capsule hold the meniscus firm.

Which structures have influence on the movement of the lateral meniscus?

Popliteus pulls posteriorly during flexion, lateral meniscopatellar ligament and meniscofemoral ligament pull anteriorly during extension

Where is the prepatellar bursa located?

between skin and anterior distal patella

Where is the superficial infrapatellar bursa located?

Anterior to ligamentum patella

Where is the deep infrapatellar bursa located?

Between posterior ligamentum patella and anterior tibial tuberosity

Where is the suprapatellar bursa located?

Between the patella and tibia femoral joint

Where is the popliteal bursa located?

Posterior knee often connected to synovial cavity

Where is the semimembranosus bursa located?

Between the semimembranosus muscle and the femoral condyle

Where is the pes anserine bursa located?

Between the pes anserine and the MCL

What arteries supply blood to the knee?

Descending branch and lateral circumflex femoral branch of the deep femoral artery. Genicular branches of the popliteal artery and recurrent branches of anterior tibial artery

What nerves innervate the knee?

Obturator, femoral, tibial and common fibular

When does the "screw home" mechanism occur in the knee?

During terminal knee extension

What is the "screw home" mechanism?

Closed chain femoral internal rotation or open chain tibial external rotation of 5 degrees

Which muscle is responsible for "unlocking" the "screw home" mechanism?

Popliteus

What are the 5 causes of the "screw home" mechanism?

- Lateral femoral condyle glides more freely on lateral convex face of tibia


- Medial femoral condyle has longer articulate surface


- Medial meniscus is attached to MCL which allows Lateral movement more


- Twisted cruciate ligaments


- Lateral angle of pull of quadriceps

In which direction does the fibular head move during dorsiflexion?

Superiorly, posteriorly and externally rotates

In which direction does the fibular head move during plantarflexion?

Inferiorly, anteriorly and internally rotates

What 4 structures make up the ankle mortise?

Distal end of tibia and its medial malleoulus, lateral malleolus of fibula, inferior transverse tibiofibular ligament and trochlear surface of talus

What are the three articulations that make up the talocrural joint?

- tibiofibular, tibiotalar and fibulotalar

Describe the capsule of the talocrural joint.

Strengthened by collateral, anterior and posterior ligaments. It is thin anteriorly and posteriorly and thickened laterally.

Where does the plantar fascia attach?

Medial Calcaneus to phalanges

What creates a rigid lever for push off in the foot?

Tightening of plantar fascia with flexion of MTP joints which causes supination of calcaneus and inversion of subtalar joint.

What arteries supply blood to the ankle?

Malleolar rami of Anterior tibial and fibular arteries.

What nerves innervate the ankle?

Deep fibular and tibial nerves

What are the movements of the talus from plantarflexion to dorsiflexion?

Rotates medially 30 degrees.

Describe the movement of the calcaneus during open chain inversion.

Adduction, Supination and plantarflexion

Describe the movement of the navicular during open chain inversion.

Adduction, external rotation

What movement do the uncinate joints limit?

Lateral cervical movement

What is the Rules of 3 for thoracic spinous processes?

T1 - T3: Spinous processes level with transverse process on same level


T4 - T6: spinous processes one half level below transverse processes on same level


T7 - T9: Spinous processes one full level below transverse proccesses


T10 - Fulll level below


T11 - One half level below


T12 - Same level

What structures make up the Apophyseal joints?

The supreior and inferior articulatory processes of adjacent vertebrae.

What type of fibers are intervertebral discs made of?

Type II collagen and fibrocartilage

What percent of intervertebral discs are made of water?

65%

Which part of the intervertebral disc is innervated by nerves?

Outer one-third

Which nerve innervates the intervertebral discs?

Sinovertebral nerve

What is the nucleus pulposus made up of?

water, proteoglycans, a minimal amount of type I collagen and 70-90% water

What percent of vertebral column height is made up of the nucleus pulposus?

20-33%

Which muscles are responsible for inspiration?

Diaphragm, Levator costarum, External intercostals, anterior internal intercostals

Which muscles are responsible for forced expiration?

Internal obliques, transverse abdominus, external obliques, posterior internal intercostals, rectus abdominus

Which muscles are responsible for spine extension?

Erector spinae, transverospinalis, interspinales, toatores intertransversarii

Which muscles are responsible for spine flexion?

Rectus abdominus, external obliques, internal obliques and psoas minor

Which muscles are responsible for Spine lateral flexion?

Quadratus Lumborum

Which muscles are responsible for spine rotation?

Rotatores, internal obliques, external obliques, intertransversarii, transverseospinalis

What is the function of the facet joints?

Assist ligaments in providing limitation of motion and stability of the spine.

What part of the spine are the facet joints strongest?

Thoracolumbar and cervicothoracic

Which nerve roots send sensory information to the spinal cord?

Dorsal Roots

Which nerve roots send motor inputs to the muscles?

Ventral roots

Which structures do the dorsal rami innervate?

Structures on the posterior trunk

Do cervical spine nerves exit above or below their associated vertebra?

Above

Do thoracic and lumbar spine nerves exit above or below their associated vertebra?

Below

At what level does the spinal cord terminate?

L1-L2

Are side bending and rotation in the same or opposite directions in C2-C7?

Same

When the lumbar or thoracic spine is in neutral or extension, does side bending and rotation in the same or opposite directions?

Opposite

When the lumbar or thoracic spine is in flexion, does side bending and rotation occur in the same or opposite directions?

Same

What is the lumbopelvic rhythm?

When flexing lumbar spine flexes first, then pelvis anteriorly rotates, then hips flex. Extension is just the opposite.

What is nutation?

Flexion of sacrum and posterior rotation of ilium

What is counternutation?

Extension of the sacrum and anterior rotation of ilium

What is the functional ROM for the temperomandibular joint?

opening 40 mm


Rotation 25 mm


Translation 15 mm

What are the 4 components of the systems review?

- Musculoskeletal


- Neuromuscular


- Cardiopulmonary


- Integumentary

What are 5 symptoms of DJD or osteoarthritis?

- Pain and stiffness upon rising


- Pain eases through the morning


- Pain increases with repetitive bending activities


- Constant awareness of discomfort with episodes of exacerbation


- Describes pain as more soreness and nagging

What are 5 symptoms of facet joint dysfunction?

-Stiff upon rising; pain eases within an hour


- Loss of motion accompanied by pain


- Patient will describe pain as sharp with certain movements


- Movement in pain-free range usually reduces symptoms


- Stationary positions increase symptoms

What disease is characterized by a progressive inflammatory disorder of unknown etiology that initially affects axial skeleton?

Ankylosing Spondylitis

What is the usual initial presentation of Ankylosing Spondylitis?

Usually mid and low back pain for 3 months or greater before 4th decade of life, morning stiffness and sacroiliitis.

What does Ankylosing Spondylitis do to the spine?

Kyphotic deformity of cervical and thoracic spine and increased lumbar lordosis.

The advanced stages of Ankylosing Spondylitis may include which symptoms?

Degeneration of peipheral and costovertebral joints

Does Ankylosing Spondylitis affect men or women more?

Men three times as much

Which medications are used for Ankylosing Sondylitis?

NSAIDS for inflmmation and pain. Corticosteroids to suppress immune system. Cytotoxic drugs may be used to those who do not respond to corticosteroids. Tumor necrosis Factor inhibitors may improve symptoms.

Which diatgnostic tests are used to diagnose Ankylosing Spondylitis?

HLA-B27 may be used, but is not diagnostic by itself

What are some of the goals of intervention for Ankylosing Spondilitis?
Flexibility Exercises for trunk, especially extension
What are some of the goals of intervention for Ankylosing Spondilitis?
Flexibility Exercises for trunk, especially extension
What disease is characterized as a genetic disorder of purine metabolism, elevated serum uric acid, uric acid crystal deposits into peripheral joints?
Gout
What two joints are most commonly affected by gout?
knee and great toe
Which medications can be used to treat gout?
NSAIDS, COX-2 inhibitors, colchicine, corticosteroids, adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), allopurinol, probenecid, sulfinpyrazone
Which diagnostic tests can be used to diagnose gout?
Lab tests looking for monosodium urate crystals in synovial fluid and/or connective tissue
What disease is characterized by chroinc erosive inflammatory disorder of unknown etiology associated with psoriasis?
Psoriatic Arthritis
Where does psoriatic arthritis usually affect?
Joints of digits and axial skeleton
Are men or women affected by psoriatic arthritis more?
Same
What medications are used with psoriatic arthritis?

Acetaminophen, NSAIDS, coritosteroids, disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs, biological response modifies such as Enbrel

What tests can be used to diagnose psoriatic arthritis?
Only tests useful are those that can rule out rheumatoid arthritis
What disease is characterized by a chronic systemic disorder or unknown etiology, usually involving a symmetrical pattern of dysfunction in synovial tissues and articular cartilage.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
What are the typical presentations of RA?
MCP and PIP joints are usually affected with characteristic pannus formation, ulnar drift, and volar subluxation of MCP joints; ulnar drift observed at PIPs in sever forms. DIP joints are usually spared. Other deformities include swan-neck, boutonniere deformities and Bouchards nodes
Are women or men at greater risk of developing RA?
Women are 2-3 times greater risk
When does juvenile RA usually set in?
Before the age of 16
What percent of Juvenile RA will go into remission?
75%
What medications can be used to treat RA?
DMARDs, NSAIDS, Immunosuppressive Agents and Corticosteroids
What diagnostic tests can be used to diagnose RA?
Plain film may demonstrate symmetrical involvement within joints. Increased WBC count and ESR. Hemoglobin and Hematocrit will show anemia and rheumatoid factor will be increased
What disease is characterized by a metabolic disorder that depletes bone mineral density and predisposes an individual to fracture
Osteoporosis
Does osteoporosis affect men or women more?
Women 10 times as much
What are the common sites of fracture with osteoporosis?

Thoracic and lumbar spine, femoral neck, promxial humerus, proximal tibia, pelvis and distal radius

Which type of osteoporosis is directly related to a decrease in estrogen production?

Primary or postmenopausal

Which type of osteoporosis is due to a decrease in bone cell activity secondary to genetics or acquired abnormalities?
Senile Osteoporosis
Which medications can be used to treat osteoporosis?
Calcium, Vitamin D, Estrogen, Calcitonin and biophosphonates
Which diagnostic tests can be used to diagnose osteoporosis?
CT scan for bone density, single and double absoprtionometry can be used, but is expensive
What disease is characterized by decalcification of bones due to vitimin D deficiency?
Osteomalacia
What are the presenting symptoms of Osteomalacia?
Severe pain, fractures, weakness and deformities
What medications may be used to treat Osteomalacia?
Calcium, Vitamin D, Calciferol
What tests can be used to diagnose Osteomalacia?
Plain films, urinalysis, blood tests, bone scan and bone biopsy
What disease is characterized by an inflammatory response within bone caused by an infection?
Osteomyelitis
What organism is the usual cause of Osteomyelitis?
Staphylococcus aureus
What population is Osteomyelitis most prevalant in?
children, immunoppressed and males
How is Osteomyelitis treated medically?
Antibiotics, Proper nutrition, surgery is possible especially if infection spreads to joints
What tests can be used to diagnose Osteomyelitis?
Lab tests and bone biopsy
What disease is characterized by a congenital deformity of skeleton and soft tissues and limitation in joint motion and a "sausage-like" appearance of limbs?
Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita
What is the intelligence level of those with Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita?
Normal
What tests can be used to diagnose Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita?
Plain Films
What disease is characterized by an inherited disorder transmitted by an autosomal dominant gene, and results in abnormal collagen synthesis, leading to an imbalance between bone deposition and reabsorption and cortical and cancelous bones become very thin, leading to fractures and deformity of weight bearing bones
Osteogensis imperfecta
Which medications can be used to help treat Osteogenesis Imperfecta?
Calcium, Vitamin D, Estrogen, Calcitonin and biophosphonates
Which tests can be used to diagnose Osteogenesis Imperfecta?
Bone scan and plain films will show old fractures and deformities. Serological testing is indicated
What disease is characterized by a seperation of articular cartilage from underlying bone, usually involving medial femoral condyle near intercondylar notch; observed less frequently at femoral head and talar dome. Also effecting the humeral cpitellum
Osteochondritis Dissecans
When is surgery indicated for Osteochondritis Dissecans?
When fracture is displaced
What tests can be used to diagnose Osteochondritis Dissecans?
Plain Film, CT scan
What disease is characterized by a focal point of irritability found within a muscle?
Myofascial Pain Syndrome
What causes "Trigger points"?
Sudden Overload, Overstretching, repetitive/sustained muscle activities
What are some medical interventions for Myofascial Pain Syndrome?
Dry needling, and injection of analgesic and possibly corticosteroids
What condition is characterized by hypercellularity, hypervascularity, no inflammatory infiltrates, poor organization and loosening of collagen fibers?
tendonosis/tendonopathy
What medications can be used to treat tendinosis/tendinopathy?
Acetominophen, NSAIDS, steorid injection
What tests can be used to diagnose Tendinosis/Tendonopathy?
MRI
What condition is characterized by inflammation of bursa secondary to overuse, trauma, gout or infection
Bursitis
What are the signs and symptoms of Bursitis?
Pain with rest, limited ROM not in a capsular pattern
What medications can be used to treat bursitis?
Acetominophen, NSAIDS, steorid injection
What condition is characterized by an inflammatory response within a muscle following a traumatic event that caused mirotearing of the musculotendinous fibers.
Muscle Strain
What are the signs and symptoms of Muscle Strain?
Pain and tenderness within muscle,
What medications can be used to treat muscle strain?
Acetominophen and/or NSAIDS
What tests can be used to diagnose a muscle strain?
MRI
What condition is characterized by by a painful condition of abnormal calficication within a muscle belly?
myositis ossificans
What is a usual cause of myositis ossificans?
Direct trauma that results in hematoma and calcification of the muscle, or aggressive physical therapy and mobilization following muscle trauma
What are the most frequen locations for myositis ossificans?
quadriceps, brachialis and biceps brachii
What medications can be used to treat myositis ossificans?
Acetominophen and/or NSAIDS
When is surgical intervention of myositis ossificans indicated?
When condition is nonhereditary and after maturation of lesion (6-24 months) and if lesion is mechanically limiting movement or impinging nerves
What diagnostic tests can be used to diagnose myositis ossificans?
Plain film, CT scan and/or MRI
What was Complex Regional Pain Syndrome formerly known as?
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD)
Which condition results in dysfunction of sympathetic nervous system to include pain, circulation and vasomotor disturbances?
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD)
What is the difference between CRPS I and CRPS II?
CRPS does not involve nerve injury
What are some possible medical interventions for CRPS?
Nerve block, sympathectomy, spinal cord stimulation, intrathecal drug pumps
What medications can be used to treat CRPS?
Topical analgesics, antiseizure drugs, antidepressants, corticosteroids and opioids
What are some long-term changes associated with CRPS?
Muscle wasting, trophic skin changes, decreased bone density, decreased proprioception, loss of muscle strength and joint contractures
What is another name for Paget's Disease?
Osteitis Deformans
What is the etiology of Paget's Disease?
Largely unknown, but thought to be linked to a type of viral infection along with environmental factors
What disease is characterized by a metabolic bone disease involving abnormal osteoclastic and osteoblastic activity?
Osteitis Deformans
What other conditions can Paget's disease lead to?
Spinal stenosis, facet arthropathy, possible spinal fracture
What medications can be used to treat Paget's Disease?
Acetominophen, calcitonin, etidronate disodium to limit osteoclast activity
What tests can be used to diagnose Paget's Disease?
Plain film images and lab tests for increased serum alkaline phosphatase and urinary hydroxiproline
What are the two types of idiopathic scoliosis?
Structural and non-structural
What type of scoliosis is an irreversible lateral curvature of spine with a rotational component?
Structural Scoliosis
What type of scoliosis is a reversible lateral curvature of the spine without a rotational component, which straightens as the individual flexes the spine?
Nonstructural scoliosis
What are the possible interventions for structural scoliosis of < 25 degrees?

Conservative PT

What are the possible interventions for structural scoliosis of 25 - 45 degrees?
Spinal orthoses
What are the possible interventions for structural scoliosis of >45 degrees?
Surgery
What tests can be used to diagnose scoliosis?
Plain film using full-length Cobb's method. CT scan and/or MRI to rule out associated conditions
What condition is characterized as a spasm and/or tightness of SCM?
Torticollis
What dysfunction is seen with torticollis?
Side bending toward and rotation away from affected side
What medications may be used to treat torticollis?
Acetaminophen, muscle relaxants and/or NSAIDS
In which direction do most shoulder dislocations occur?
95% occur anterior
How does an anterior-inferior glenohumeral dislocation occur?
When abducted UE is forcefully ER, causing tearing of inferior glonohumeral ligament, anterior capsule and glenoid labrum
What condition presents as intermittent mild pain with overheade activities?
External Primary Impingement (Stage I)
What condition presents as mild to moderate pain with overhead activities or strenuous activities?
External Primary Impingement (Stage II)
What condition presents as pain at rest or with activities, possible night pain, scapular or rotator cuff weakness?
External Primary Impingement (Stage III)
What condition presents as pain shoulder at night, weakness predominantly in abduction and ER and loss of shoulder ROM?
Full thickness RCT
What condition presents as inability to perform ADLs owing to lack of ROM
Adhesive Capsulitis

What condition presents as apprehension to mechanical shifting, slipping, popping or sliding, apprehension with horizontal abduction and ER, anterior or posterior pain and weak scapular stabilizers?

Anterior shoulder instability
What condition presents as slipping or popping of the humerus posterior, possibly associated with forward flexion and medial rotation while under a compression load
Posterior instability
What condition presents as looseness of shoulder in all direction, usually most pronounced while carrying an item or turning over in bed. Pain may or may not be present
Multidirectional shoulder instability
Nerve damage to what nerve can present with inability to abduct arm beyond 90 degrees and pain in should on abduction?
Spinal Accessory
Nerve damage to what nerve can present with pain on flexing fully extended arm, inability to flex full extended arm and winging starts at 90 degrees forward flexion?
Long Thoracic Nerve
Nerve damage to what nerve can present with increase pain on forward shoulder flexion, shoulder weakness, pain with scapular abduction and pain with contralateral cervical rotation?
Suprascapular Nerve
Nerve damage to what nerve can present with inability to abduct arm with neutral rotation?
Axillary Nerve
When does posterior shoulder dislocation most commonly occur?
Horizontal adduction and IR
What are some possible complications with posterior dislocation?
Humeral head compression fracture, SLAP tear, avulsion of anteroinferior capsule and ligaments and bruising of axillary nerve
What tests can be done to diagnose shoulder dislocation?
Plain film, CT and/or MRI and apprehension tests
What medications can be used to treat shoulder dislocation?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What are the two types of shoulder instability?
Traumatic and Atraumatic
How do you characterize shoulder instability?
popping/clicking and repeated dislocation
Unstable shoulder injuries require what type of surgery?
Reattach the labrum to the glenoid.
What test can be used to diagnose shoulder instability?

MRI to look for labral tears

What medications can be used to treat shoulder instability?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What is the typical protocol following shoulder instability surgery?
SHoulder in sling for 3-4 weeks. After 6 weeks sport-specific training, but full recovery not until 3-4 months
What are the two types of Glenoid Labrum injuries?
Superior and Inferior
What is a SLAP lesion?
Tear of the Glenoid Labrum above the middle of the socket
What is a Bankhart lesion?
Tear of the Glenoid Labrum below the middle of the socket
What structure other than the labrum is usually affected in a Bankhart lesion?
Inferior Glenohumeral ligament
What are the presenting symptoms of a labral tear?
General shoulder pain with no localized points. Pain worse w/ overhead activities or arm behind back. Weakness, Shoulder instability. Pain with resisted flexion of biceps. Tenderness over anterior portion of shoulder
What type of Gelnoid labrum tears require surgery?
Unstable, and bankhart always requires surgery
What tests can be used to diagnose glenoid labrum tears?
MRI. Arthroscopic surgery is gold standard
What medications can be used to treat glenoid labrum tears?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What is the typical protocol following glenoid labral tear surgery?
SHoulder in sling for 3-4 weeks. After 6 weeks sport-specific training, but full recovery not until 3-4 months
What are the 4 common areas for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome to occur?
Superior thoacic outlet, scalene triangle, Between clavicle and first rib, Between pectoralis minor and thoracic wall
What are some possible surgeries to treat Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?
Removing a cervical rib or release of anterior and/or middle scalene muscle
What tests can be utilized to diagnose Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?

plain film imaging to look for abnormal bony anatomy, MRI to look for abnormal soft tissue anatomy and electrodiagnostic to look for nerve dystunction

What special tests can be used to diagnose Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?
Adson's Test, Roos Test, Wright Test, Costoclavicular Test
What medications can be used to treat Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What is the usual mechanism of injury for AC or SC joint seperation?
Fall onto shoulder with UE adducted
What is the usual protocol for AC or SC joint seperation post-surgery?
UE in neutral with sling and no shoulder elevation during acute phase
What tests can be used to diagnose an AC or SC joint seperation?
Plain Film
Which special test can be used to diagnose AC or SC joint seperation?
Shear Test
Why is surgical repair following an AC or SC joint seperation rare?
Due to tendency of AC joint to degenerate
What medications can be used to treat AC or SC joint seperation?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
Why are rotator cuff muscles susceptible to tendonitis?
Poor blodd supply to insertion of muscles
What tests can be used to diagnose Rotator Cuff Tendonopathy?
MRI, but sometimes is not accurate enough
What special tests can be used to diagnose Rotator Cuff Tendonopathy?
Supraspinatus Test, Neer's Impingement Test
What medications can be used to treat Rotator Cuff Tendonopathy?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What tests can be used to diagnose Impingement Syndrome?
Arthrogram or MRI
What special tests can be used to diagnose Impingement Syndrome?
Neer's Impingement Test, Supraspinatus Test, Drop Arm Test
What should the patient avoid after surgical repair of shoulder impingement?
Elevation greater than 90 degrees
What medications can be used to treat Impingement Syndrome?

Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation

What condition is characterized by an irritaqtion between the rotator cuff and greater tuberosity or posterior glenoid and labrum?

Internal (Posterior) Impingement

What special test can be used to diagnose Internal (Posterior) Impingement?
Posterior Internal Impingement Test
What medications can be used to treat Internal (Posterior) Impingement?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What tests can be used to treat Bicipital Tendonsis/Tendonopathy
MRI, but sometimes is not accurate enough
What special test can be used to diagnose Bicipital Tendonosis/Tendonopathy?
Speed's Test
What medications can be used to treat Bicipital Tendonosis/Tendonopathy?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What condition is characterized as a fracture that typically occurs through FOOSH, to osteoporotic women and generally does not require immobilization or surgical repair?
Proximal Humeral Fracture
What condition is characterized as a fracture that typically occurs middle aged and older adults, usually resulting from a fall on the shoulder and does not require immobilization?
Greater Tuberosity Fracture
What test can be used to diagnose proximal humeral fracture?
Plain Film Imaging
What medications can be used to treat proximal humeral fracture?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What condition is characterized by a restriction in shoulder motion as a result of inflammation and fibrosis of the shoulder capsule due to disuse following injury or repetitive microtrauma?
Adhesive Capsulitis
What is the order of limitations in ROM with Adhesive Capsulitis?
ER > Abd, Flex > IR
What disease is commonly seen in association with adhesive capsulitis>
Diabetes Mellitus
What medication can be used to treat adhesive capsulities?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What condition is characterized by a loss of motion in a capsular pattern (flexion > extension) in the elbow?
Elbow Contracture
What medications can be used to treat elbow contractures?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What treatments can be used to correct the biomechanical faults of elbow contracture?
Joint mobilization to the specific restriction
What is an alternative to Physical Therapy for elbow contractures?

Splinting

What special test can be used to diagnose Internal (Posterior) Impingement?
Posterior Internal Impingement Test
What medications can be used to treat Internal (Posterior) Impingement?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What tests can be used to treat Bicipital Tendonsis/Tendonopathy
MRI, but sometimes is not accurate enough
What special test can be used to diagnose Bicipital Tendonosis/Tendonopathy?
Speed's Test
What medications can be used to treat Bicipital Tendonosis/Tendonopathy?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What condition is characterized as a fracture that typically occurs through FOOSH, to osteoporotic women and generally does not require immobilization or surgical repair?
Proximal Humeral Fracture
What condition is characterized as a fracture that typically occurs middle aged and older adults, usually resulting from a fall on the shoulder and does not require immobilization?
Greater Tuberosity Fracture
What test can be used to diagnose proximal humeral fracture?
Plain Film Imaging
What medications can be used to treat proximal humeral fracture?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What condition is characterized by a restriction in shoulder motion as a result of inflammation and fibrosis of the shoulder capsule due to disuse following injury or repetitive microtrauma?
Adhesive Capsulitis
What is the order of limitations in ROM with Adhesive Capsulitis?
ER > Abd, Flex > IR
What disease is commonly seen in association with adhesive capsulitis>
Diabetes Mellitus
What medication can be used to treat adhesive capsulities?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What condition is characterized by a loss of motion in a capsular pattern (flexion > extension) in the elbow?
Elbow Contracture
What medications can be used to treat elbow contractures?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What treatments can be used to correct the biomechanical faults of elbow contracture?

Joint mobilization to the specific restriction

What is an alternative to Physical Therapy for elbow contractures?
Splinting
What condition is characterized by a chronic degeneration of the extensor carpi radialis brevis tendon at its proximal attachment to the lateral epidonyle of the humerus?
Lateral Epicondylitis
What must be ruled out when dealing with Lateral Epicondylitis?
Cervical Spine condition
What medications can be used to treat lateral epicondylitis?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What type of bracing can be used to treat lateral epidonylitis?
Counterforce Bracing
What condition is characterized by a degeneration of the pronator teres and flesor carpi radialis tendons at their attachment to the medial epicondyle of the humerus
Medial Epicondylitis
What are complications that can be seen with a distal humerus fracture?
Loss of motion, myositis ossificans, malalignment, neurovascular compromise, ligamentous injury and CRPS
What are some factors to consider when dealing with supracondylar humeral fractures?
Neurovascular compromise (Volkmann's Ischemia), growth plates, malunion
Are older/younger people more prone to lateral epicondyle fractures?
Younger
True/False: Lateral epicondyle fractures commonly must have an ORIF to ensure proper alignment?
TRUE
What medications can be used to treat distal humerus fractures?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What condition is characterized by the osteochondral bone fragment becoming detached from articular surface and forming a loose body in the joint?
Osteochondrosis Dessicans of Humeral Capitellum
What causes Osteochondrosis Dessicans of the Humeral Capitellum?
Repetitive compressive forces between radial head and humeral capitellum
Which age group is most likely to get Osteochondrosis Dessicans of the Humeral Capitellum?
Adolescents between 12 and 15
Which condition is characterized by a localized avascular necrosis of capitellum leading to loss of subchondral bone, with fissuring and softening of articular sufraces of radiocapitellar joint.
Panner's Disease
What is the etiology of Panner's Disease?
Unknown
What medications can be used to treat Osteochondrosis Dessicans of the Humeral Capitellum?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
While treating Osteochondrosis Dessicans of the Humeral Capitellum, when is it appropriate to being flexibility and strengthening exercises?
When the patient is pain free
What condition is characterized by a chronic degeneration of the extensor carpi radialis brevis tendon at its proximal attachment to the lateral epidonyle of the humerus?
Lateral Epicondylitis
When are flexibility exercises started after surgical repair of Osteochondrosis Dessicans of the Humeral Capitellum?
Immediately following surgery
What medications can be used to treat Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injuries?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What are some causes of ulnar nerve entrapment?
Direct trauma, traction due to laxity at medial aspect of elbow, compression due to thickened retinaculum or hypertrophy of flexor carpi ulnaris, recurrent subluxation or dislocation, DJD
What are some potential clinical findings with ulnar nerve entrapment?
Medial elbow pain, parasthesias in ulnar nerve distribution, positive tinel's sign
Where are the two spots that median nerve entrapment occur?
Within pronator teres muscle and under flexor digitorum superficialis
What are some clinical signs of median nerve entrapment?
aching pain with weakness of forearm muscles, positive tinel's sign, parasthesias in median nerve distribution
Where does Radial nerve entrapment occur?
Radial tunnel
What are some clinical signs of radial nerve entrapment?
Lateral elbow pain sometimes confused with Lateral Epicondylitis, pain over supinator muscle, parasthesias in radial nerve distribution, positive tinel's sign
What medications can be used to treat Nerve Entrapments?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation, neurontin for nerve pain
What direction do most elbow dislocations occur?
Posterior
What other injury usually occurs with posterior elbow dislocation?
Medial Epicondyle Fracture from pull on medial collateral ligament
What other structures may be injured with a complete elbow dislocation?
Ulnar Collateral Ligament, anterior capsule, lateral collateral ligament, brachialis muscle, wrist flexor/extensor muscles
What medications can be used to treat Elbow dislocation?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What are 3 other things that need to be ruled out if you think you may be seeing carpel tunnel syndrome?
Cervical Spine Dysfunction, thoracic outlet syndrome, peripheral nerve entrapment
What medications can be used to treat carpel tunnel syndrome?
Acetominophen for pain, NSAIDS for pain and/or inflammation
What condition is characterized by inflammation of extensor pollicis brevis and abductor pollicis longus tendons at first dorsal compartment?
De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
What are 2 possible causes of De Quervain's Tenosynovitis?
Repetitive microtrauma or swelling from pregnancy
What are some clinical signs of De Quervain's Tenosynovitis?
Pain at anatomical snuff box, swelling, decreased grip and pinch strength, positive finkelstein's test
When are flexibility exercises started after surgical repair of Osteochondrosis Dessicans of the Humeral Capitellum?
Immediately following surgery
How long are Colles' fractures immobilized?
5-8 weeks
What is a common complication after edema associated with a Colles' fracture?
Median Nerve compression
What defomity is common with Colles' fractures?
Dinner fork, resulting from posterior displacement of distal fragment of radius with a radial shift of wrist and hand
What are some comon complications after a Colles Fracture?
Loss of motion, decreased grip strength, CRPS, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
What condition is characterized by the fracturing and volar displacement of the distal radius?
Smith's fracture
What is the most common way to suffer a scaphoid fracture?
FOOSH
True/False: Scaphoid fractures are most common in older adults?
FALSE
What is the most commonly fractured carpal?
Scaphoid
What is a common complication with a scaphoid fracture?
Avascular necrosis of the proximal fragment
How long are the carpals immobilizaed following a scaphoid fracture?
5-8 weeks
What condition is characterized by banding on palms and digit flexion resulting from contracture of palmar fascia that adheres to skin
Depuytren's Contracture
Does Depuytren's Contracture affect men or women more?
Men
What structures does a Depuytren's Contracture usually affect?
MCP, PIP of 4th and 5h digit in non-diabetic, 3rd and 4th in diabetic
What condition is characterized by the rupturing of the central tendinous slip of the extensor hood and results in extension of the MCP and DIP and flexion of the PIP?
Boutonniere Deformity
What are the two most common causes of a boutonniere deformity?
trauma or degeneration from rheumatoid arthritis
What condition is a result of contracture of intrinsic hand muscles with dorsal subluxation of lateral extensor tendons
Swan Neck Deformity
What condition is characterized by flexion of the MCP and DIP and extension of the PIP?
Swan Neck Deformity
What are two likely causes for a swan neck deformity?
trauma or degeneration from rheumatoid arthritis
What is an ape hand deformity?
Thenar muscle wasting, with first digit moving dorsally until it is in line with the second digit
How long are Colles' fractures immobilized?
5-8 weeks
What condition is characterized by a rupture or avulsion of extensor tendon at its insertion in to distal phalanx of digit
Mallet finger
What deformity is associated with mallet finger?
Flexion of DIP
What usually causes mallet finger?
Trauma involving forced flexion of distal phalanx
What is a sprain/rupture of the ulnar collateral ligament of the MCP joint of the first finger called?
Gamekeeper's Thumb
What instability is common with Gamekeeper's thumb?
Medial instability of the thumb
What is a common mechanism of injury for Gamekeeper's Thumb?
Falling on to ski pole while skiing
How long is a gamekeeper's thumb immoblized after injury?
6 weeks
What is a fracture of the fifth metacarpal called?
Boxer's Fracture
What is the medical intervention commonly used for a boxer's fracture?
Casting for 2-4 weeks
What is avascular necrosis of the hip?
Impaired blood supply to the femoral head from multiple possible etiologies
How does avascular necrosis affect hip ROM?
Decreases flexion, IR and abduction
What are symptoms associated with Avascular Necrosis of the Hip?
Pain in the grown and/or thigh and tenderness with palpation at the hip joint
What medication is contraindicated with Avascular Necrosis and why?
Corticosteroids because they may be a causative factor
What is the average age of onset for Legg-Calve-Perthes disease?
2-13 years, average 6
True/False: Legg-Calve-Perthes is 4 times more likely in males than females?
TRUE
What is a common gait dysfunction with Legg-Calve-Perthes disease?
Psoatic Limp from weak psoas major, LE moves in ER, flexion and adduction
Which AROM is limited with Legg-Calve-Perthes disease?
Abduction and extension
What finding on an MRI can indicate Legg-Calve-Perthes disease?
Positive Bony Crescent Sign (collapse of subchondral bone at femoral neck/head)
What is the most common hip disorder in adolescents?
Slipped Capital Epiphysis
What is the usual onset age of Slipped Capital Epiphysis in males?
10-17, average 13
What condition is characterized by a rupture or avulsion of extensor tendon at its insertion in to distal phalanx of digit
Mallet finger
True/False: Females are twice as likely to be diagnosed with Slipped Capital Epiphysis?
False (Males)
How is the AROM at the hip effected with a slipped capital epiphysis?
Abduction, Flexion and IR are limited
What will show on an MRI with a slipped capital epiphysis?
Positive displacement of upper femoral epiphysis
What is excessive femoral anteversion?
Anteversion of greater than 25-30 degrees
What dysfunctions can excessive femoral anteversion lead to?
Squinting patellae and toeing in
What is femoreal retroversion?
anterior angle of femoral head less than 0 degrees
What special test can help to identify excessive femoral anteversion?
Craig's Test
What is the term for an angle of the femoral neck with shaft of femur <115?
Coxa Vara
What is the term for an angle of the femoral neck with shaft of femur >125?
Coxa Valga
What is one possible cause of coxa vara?
Defect in ossification of the head of the femur
What is a possible cause of coxa vara or valga?
Necrosis of femoral head occuring with septic arthritis
What are 3 possible causes of trochanteric bursitis?
Direct trauma, irritation by IT band and biomechanical/gait abnormalities causing repetitive microtrauma
Trochanteric Bursitis is common in patient with what comorbidity?
Rheumatoid Arthritis
What are 2 possible causes of IT band syndrome?
Tight IT Band, Gait abnormalities
What foot gait abnormality can affect the piriformis?
Excessive pronation of the foot which causes abnormal femoral IR
Compression of the sciatic nerve and/or SI joint dysfunction can be caused by tightness of which muscle?
Piriformis
What are 5 possible signs/symptoms of piriformis dysfunction?
Restriction in IR, Pain with palpation of piriformis, referral of pain to posterior thigh, weakness in ER, uneven sacral base
What is the "unhappy triad"?
MCL, ACL, Medial Meniscus tear
What is the MOI for the "unhappy triad"?
Valgum, Flexion, ER
What is the trouble with using MRI to diagnose ACL or MCL tear?
It is hard to visualize the entire ligament, so even if they are intact they can be mistaken for being torn
What is the MOI for a meniscal tear?
A combination of tibiofemoral flexion, compression and rotation

True/False: Females are twice as likely to be diagnosed with Slipped Capital Epiphysis?

False (Males)
What two special tests are useful in diagnosing a meniscal tear?
McMurray's and Apley's
What could patella alta possibly lead to?
Chronic patella subluxation
What is a positive camel back sign?
Two bumps over anterior patella instead of one is a sign of patella alta. One bump superior between femoral condyles and second bump is tibial tuberosity
What can patella baja lead to?
Restricted knee extension with abnormal cartilaginous wearing
What condition is characterized by a mechanical dysfunction resulting in traction apophysitis of the tibial tubercle at the patellar tendon insertion?
Osgood-Schlatter disease
What tests can be used to diagnose Osgood-Schlatter disease?
Plain film imaging will show irregularities of the epiphyseal line
What is the normal tibial shaft angle?
6 degrees of valgum
What is the common term for excessive medial tibial torsion or genu varum?
Bowlegged
What dysfunctions does genu varum cause?
Medial patellar positioning and pigeon-toed orientation of the feet
What is the common term for excessive lateral tibial torsion or genu valgum?
Knock kneed
What dysfunction does genu valgum cause?
Lateral patellar positioning
Which femoral condyle is most often fractured?
Medial due to its anatomical design
What is the most common MOI for femoral condyle fracture?
Fall on to knee
What is the most common MOI for tibial plateau fracture?
Combination of valgum and compression forces to knee when knee is flexed
What injury is usually concurrent with a tibial plateau fracture?
MCL tear
What is a common MOI for an epiphyseal plate fracture?
Weight bearing with torsional stress
An adolescent is most likely to injure their epiphyseal plate during weight bearing with torsional stress, which structure are adults more likely to injure in the same circumstance?
ACL
What is the most common MOI for a patella fracture?
Fall directly onto patella
When might a CT scan be beneficial to use with a fracture?
When it is a complex fracture
What condition is characterized by increased anterior compartmental pressure resulting in a local ischmic condition?
Anterior Compartment syndrome
What can cause Anterior Compartment Syndrome?
Direct trauma, fracture, overuse and/or muscle atrophy
What are the signs/symptoms of Anterior Compartment Syndrome?

Deep cramping pain following exercise or exertion

What two special tests are useful in diagnosing a meniscal tear?
McMurray's and Apley's
What are 3 common etiologies of Anterior Tibial Periostitis?
Abnormal biomechanical alignment, poor conditioning, improper training methods
What 2 muscles are involved in Anterior Compartment Syndrome?
Tibialis Anterior and extensor hallucis longus
What is a main clinical sign of Anterior Compartment Syndrome?
Palpation of lateral tibia and anterior compartment is painful
What condition is characterized as an overuse injury of the posterior tibialis and/or the medial soleus resulting in periosteal inflammation at the muscular attachment?
Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome
What is the etiology of posterior tibial stress syndrome?
Excessive pronation
What is the clinical sign of Posterior Tibial Stress Syndrome?
Pain elicited with palpation of the distal posteromedial border of the tibia
What condition is characterized as an overuse injury resulting most often in microfracture of the tibia or the fibula?
Stress Fracture
What percent of stress fractures involve the tibia?
49%
What percent of stress fractures involve the fibula?
10%
What are 3 common etiologies of a stress fracture?
Abnormal biomechanics, poor conditioning and improper training methods
95% of all ankle sprain affect the medial or lateral side?
Lateral
What grade of ankle sprain is characterized by no loss of function, minimal tearing of ATFL?
Grade I
What grade of ankle sprain is characterized by some loss of function, and partial disruption of the ATFL and calcaneofibular ligaments
Grade II
What grade of ankle sprain is characterized by complete loss of function, completee tearing of ATFL and calcaneofigular ligament and partial teear of the posterior talofibular ligament?
Grade III
What two tests can be used to look for ankle instability?
Anterior Drawer and talar tilt
What clinical test can be used to test for Achilles tendonosis/tendonopathy?
Thompson's Test
What is the difference between the fundamental position and anatomical position?
Fundamental position palms face toward the sides of the body
When is the fundamental position used?
When discussing rotation of the UE
What structures are involved in a trimalleolar fracture?
Medial malleolus, lateral malleolus and posterior tubercle of the distal tibia
What 3 types of foot/ankle fractures can be of particular concern?
Growth plate fractures, Salter-Harris type III and type IV fractures
Which bone connects the upper limb to the axial skeleton and is also the first bone in the body to ossify?
Clavicle
What are the three functions of the clavicle?
Acts as a structure for holding the upper limb free from the trunk to allow freedom of movement, provides attachments for muscles, transmits forces from the upper limb to the axial skeleton
Where does the clavicle usually fracture?

At the junction of the medial two-thirds and its lateral one third, medial to the attachment of the coracoclavicular ligament

What are 3 common etiologies of Anterior Tibial Periostitis?

Abnormal biomechanical alignment, poor conditioning, improper training methods
Which ribs does the scapula cover?
2nd - 7th
What two bones does the scapula connect?
Clavicle to humerus
What is the etiology of tarsal tunnel syndrome?
Over/excessive pronation, resulting in tendonitis of the long flexor and posterior tibialis tendon
What are the signs/symptoms of tarsal tunnel syndrome?
Pain, numbness, parasthesias along the medial ankle to the plantar surface of the foot
What is a clinical test that can be used to test for tarsal tunnel syndrome?
Tinel's test at tarsal tunnel
What condition of the foot is commonly seen with ballet performers?
Flexor Hallucis Tendonopathy

What joint is a saddle-shped synovial joint that has an intra-articular disc and sternoclavicular ligament?

SC Joint

True/False: The SC joint is usually injured before the AC joint and clavicle?

FALSE

Which joint is a plane synovial joint between the acromion process of the scapula and lateral end of the clavicle?

Acromioclavicular joint
Which ligament stabilizes the AC joint and prevents upward displacement of the humeral head?
Coracoclavicular Ligament
Which muscle is covered by the coracoclavicular ligament?
Supraspinatus
What does Pes Cavus mean?
Hollow Foot
What are the etiologies of Pes Cavus?
Genetic dispositiion, neurological disorders which lead to muscle inbalance, contracture of soft tissue
What common UE condition can the Coracoclavicular ligament be involved with?
Impingement Syndrome
What ligaments make up the coracoclavicular ligament?
Trapezoid and conoid ligaments
What is the purpose of the coracoclavicular ligament?
Prevents seperation of the scapula from the clavicle
What structure does the acromioclavicular ligament cover?
Superior aspect of the AC joint
What is a Salter-Harris Type I fracture?
Entire epiphysis
What is the common cause of a Salter-Harris type I fracture?
Shearing, torsion or avulsion
What is the prognosis for a Satler-Harris type I fracture?
Good, with very few complications to growth of the bone
What is the proper medical management of a Salter-Harris type I fracture?
Relocated if necessary and immobilized with a cast
What is a Salter-Harris Type II fracture?
Entire epiphysis and portion of the metaphysis
What is the common cause of a Salter-Harris type II fracture?
Shearing, avulsion with angular force
What is the prognosis for a Satler-Harris type II fracture?

May cause decreased bone growth, but typically minimal

Which ribs does the scapula cover?

2nd - 7th

What is a Salter-Harris Type III fracture?
Portion of the epiphysis
What is the common cause of a Salter-Harris type III fracture?
Typically when growth plate is partially fused
What is the prognosis for a Satler-Harris type III fracture?
May lead to long term problems, but rarely result in long term signficant deformity
What is the proper medical management of a Salter-Harris type III fracture?
Relocated and immobilized, rarely need surgical intervention
What is a Salter-Harris Type IV fracture?
Portion of the epiphysis and portion of the metaphysis
What is the common cause of a Salter-Harris type IV fracture?
Typically occurs when growth plate is partially fused
What is the prognosis for a Satler-Harris type IV fracture?
Since this fracture interferes with the cartilage growth, it may lead to premature focal fusion of the involved bone causing deformity of the joint
What is the proper medical management of a Salter-Harris type IV fracture?
Generally surgery is necessary to restore alignment
What is a Salter-Harris Type V fracture?
Compression injury of the epiphyseal plate
What is the common cause of a Salter-Harris type V fracture?
Compressing or crush injury
What is the prognosis for a Satler-Harris type V fracture?
Growth disturbances and generally have poor functional prognosis
What is the proper medical management of a Salter-Harris type V fracture?
Usually not discovered until after the fact, if it is identified acutely, patient is put on NWB protocols
What deformities are associated with Pes Cavus?
Increased height of longitudinal arches, dropping of anterior arch, metatarsal heads lower than hindfoot, plantar flexion and splaying of forefoot and claw toes
What structures help to stabilize the glenohumeral joint?
atnerior capsule, posterior capsule, glenoid labrum, long head of biceps
How does pes cavus limit function?
Altered arthrokinematics, reducing ability to absorb forces through the foot
What 3 structures helpto prevent anterior translation of the glenohumeral joint?
Superior glenohumeral ligament, middle glenohumeral ligament and inferior glenohumeral ligament
What are 3 possible interventions for pes cavus?
Avoidance of high impact sports, proper footwear, fitting for orthoses
What does pes planus mean?
flat foot
What are 7 possible etiologies for pes planus?
Genetic predisposition, muscle weakness, ligamentous laxity, paralysis, excessive pronation, trauma, disease
True/False: Pes Planus is normal in infant feet?
TRUE
What deformity is noticed in pes planus?
A reduction in the height of medial longitudinal arch
What is one functional limitation caused by pes planus?
Decreased ability of foot to provide a rigid lever for push-off during gait
What does talipes equinovarus?
Clubfoot
What are the two types of clubfoot?
Postural and talipes equinovarus?
During the first 90 degrees of shoulder abduction, how much does the clavicle elevate at the SC joint?
35-45 degrees
What is a Salter-Harris Type III fracture?
Portion of the epiphysis
What causes the talipes equinovarus type of clubfoot?
Abnormal development of the head and neck of the talus
How much backward rotation of the clavicle to achieve full scapular upward rotation?
45-50 degrees
What general deformities are observed with clubfoot?
Plantar flexed, adducted and inverted foot
What specific deformities are seen at the talocrural joint with clubfoot?
Plantar flexion
What specific deformity is seen at the subtalar talocalcaneal, talonavicular and calcaneocuboid joints?
inversion
What specific deformity is seen at the midtarsal joints?
Supination
True/False: Talipes Equinovarus requires surgical correctment?
TRUE
What structures guard the shoulder joint superiorly?
Supraspinatus and coracoacromial arch
What structures stabilize the shoulder posteriorly?
Infraspinatus and tere minor
What are 5 possible etiologies of equinus?
Congenital Bone Deformity, neurological disorders, contracture of gastrocnemius/soleus, trauma or inflammatory disease
What deformity is observed in equinus?
Plantar flexed foot
What structure protects the shoulder anteriorly?
Subscapularis
What compensations are secondary to limited dorsiflexion in equinus?
Subtalar and midtarsal pronation
Which muscles cause upward rotation of the scapula during arm elevation?
Trapezius and serratus anterior
What are 5 etiologies of Hallux Valgus?
Biomechanical malalignment, ligamentous laxity, heredity, weak muscles and footwear that is too tight
Which muscles cause downward rotation during shoulder extension?
Rhomboids, levator scapulae, pectoralis minor
Which muscles cause scapular protraction?
Serratur Anterior and pectoralis minor
What is the deformity observed in Hallux Valgus?
Medial deviation of head of first metatarsal, metatarsal and base of proximal first phalanx move medially while distal phalanx moves laterally
What is the normal metatarsalphalangeal angle?
8-20 degrees
Which muscles cause scapular retraction?
Rhomboids, middle and lower trapezius
Which muscles cause elevation of the scapula?
Upper trapezius and levator scapulae
Which muscles cause depression of the scapula?
pectoralis minor and latissimus dorsi
When are the subacromial and subdeltoid bursae palpable?
When the humerus is extended
What are 4 possible etiologies of metatarsalgia?
Tight triceps surae and/or achilles tendon, collapse of transverse arch, short first ray, pronation of forefoot
What is the most common complaint with metatarsalgia?
Pain at first and second metatarsal heads after long periods of weight bearing

Where can the axillary artery be palpated?

In the lateral wall on the inferior part of the axilla

What causes the talipes equinovarus type of clubfoot?

Abnormal development of the head and neck of the talus
What 2 nerves branch off before the trunk of the brachial plexus is formed?
Long thoracic and Dorsal Scapular
When do the Superior, Middle, and Inferior trunks form?
As they pass over the first rib
Where is the first rib located in relation to the spinal column?
Between C8 and T1 nerve roots
What is the path of the Suprascapular nerve?
Arises from superior trunk, passes beneath the trapezius through the suprascapular notch to innervate the supraspinatus and infraspinatus
Which structure can impinge the suprascapular nerve?
Superior Transverse Scapular Ligament
Where does the trunk divide into divisions?
Beneath the clavicle
Where are the lateral, posterior and medial cords formed?
beneath pectoralis minor
What are 3 possible etiologies of Metatarsus Adductus?
Congenital, muscle imbalance, neuromuscular diseases
What are the 2 types of Metatarsus Adductus?
Rigid and flexible
What are the deformities seen in the ridig form of Metatarsus Adductus?
Medial subuluxation of tarsometatarsal joints, hindfoot is slightly in valgus with navicular lateral to head of talus
What are the deformities seen in the flexible form of Metatarsus Adductus?
Adduction of all five metatarsals at the tarsometatarsal joints
What condition is characterized as a peroneal muscular atrophy that affects motor and sensory nerves
Charot-Marie-Tooth Disease
Where is the most frequently fractured area of the humerus?
Surgical Neck
What is the normal progession of Charcto-Marie-tooth disease?
Initially affects muscles in the lower leg and foot, but eventually progresses to muscles of hands and forearm
What is the carrying angle of the elbow for men and women?
10-15 in men, 20-25 in women
What is the most common clinical sign of plantar fasciitis?
Limited ROM of first MTP and talocrural joint
What ligament provides stability for the proximal radioulnar joint?
Annular ligament
What are 3 possible etiologies of rearfoot varus?
Abnormal mechanical alignment of tibia, shortened rearfoot soft tissues, malunion of calcaneus
What deformities are observed in rearfoot varus?
rigid inversion of calcaneus when subtalar joint is in neutral position
When does the biceps brachii perform supination?
When the elbow is flexed to 90 degrees
What are 2 possible etiologies for rearfoot valgus?
Genu Valgum or tibial valgus
What deformity is observed with rearfoot valgus?
Eversion of calcaneus with a neutral subtalar joint
Fewer problems develop with rearfoot varus than with rearfoot valgus?
FALSE
Where is the subcutaneous olectranon burse located?
In the tissue over the olecranon
Where is the subtendinous olecranon bursa located?
between the tendon of the triceps and the olecranon
What is the etiology of forefoot varus?
Congenital abnormal deviation of head and neck of talus
What deformity is observed with forefoot varus?

Inversion of forefoot when subtalar join is in neutral

What 2 nerves branch off before the trunk of the brachial plexus is formed?

Long thoracic and Dorsal Scapular

Where can the brachial artery be palpated?
Anterior region of the cubital fossa
What is a common effect of brachial artery injury?
Volkmann's Ischemic contracture, which is a permanent shortening of the deep flexors of the forearm
What is a Colle's Fracture?
Fracture of the distal radius
What is the MOI for a Colle's fracture?
FOOSH
What is the etiology of forefoot valgus?
Congenital abnormal deviation of head and neck of talus
What deformity is observed with forefoot valgus?
Eversion of forefoot when the subtalar joint is in neutral
Where is the Ulnar Nerve located in the elbow?
Posterior to the medial epicondyle
Name the proximal row of carpal bones from lateral to medial
Scaphoid, lunate, triquetrum pisiform
Name the distal row of carpal bones from lateral to medial
Trapezium, trapezoid, capitate, hamate
Which bones is the flexor retinaculum attached to?
Scaphoid and trapezium
What is the most frequently fractured carpal bone?
Scaphoid
Are the metatarsal heads proximal or distal?
distal
What are the 3 arches of the hand?
Longitudinal, metacarpophalangeal transverse and carpal transverse
What is the etiology of Spondylolysis/spondylolisthesis?
Congenitally defective pars interarticularis
What is spondylolysis?
Fracture of the pars interarticularis with positive " on oblique radiographic view of spine
What is spondylolisthesis?
The actual anterior or posterior slippage of one vertebra on another, following bilateral fracture of pars interarticularis
What is a uniaxial pivot t in supination/pronation?
Distal radioulnar joint
What is a biaxial ellipsoid joint between the radius and the scaphoid and lunate bones?
Radiocarpal joint
How is spondylolisthesis graded?
By the amount of slippage 1 = 25%, 4 = 100%
What is one clinical test that can help test for spondylolisthesis?
Stork test
What is the load bearing ratio between radius and ulna?
60:40 radius
What 3 ligaments help to stabilize the intercarpal joints?
Dorsal, palmar and interosseous
What are 6 PT interventions for Spondylolysis/Spondylolisthesis?
Joint mobilization, Dynamica stabilization of the trunk, Avoidanc of extension, postural reeducation, braces, no spinal manipulation
What condition is characterized by a congenital narrowing of the spinal canal coupled with hypertrophy of the spinal lamina and ligamentum flaum as the result of age related degenerative processes?
Spinal Stenosis
Anterior dislocation of the lunate can cause what?
Compression of the median nerve against the flexor retinaculum
What are 4 signs/symptoms of spinal stenosis?
Bilateral pain and parasthesia in back, buttocks, thighs, calves and feet; pain decreases with flexion increases with extension, pain increases with walking, pain relieved with prolonged rest
True/False: Wrist extension is predominantly at radiocarpal joint and wrist flexion is primarily at the midcarpal joint?
TRUE
Is the hand normally in flexion or extension?
Extension
Where can the brachial artery be palpated?
Anterior region of the cubital fossa
Where can the brachial artery be palpated?
Anterior region of the cubital fossa
What is a common effect of brachial artery injury?
Volkmann's Ischemic contracture, which is a permanent shortening of the deep flexors of the forearm
What is a Colle's Fracture?
Fracture of the distal radius
What is the MOI for a Colle's fracture?
FOOSH
What is the etiology of forefoot valgus?
Congenital abnormal deviation of head and neck of talus
What deformity is observed with forefoot valgus?
Eversion of forefoot when the subtalar joint is in neutral
Where is the Ulnar Nerve located in the elbow?
Posterior to the medial epicondyle
Name the proximal row of carpal bones from lateral to medial
Scaphoid, lunate, triquetrum pisiform
Name the distal row of carpal bones from lateral to medial
Trapezium, trapezoid, capitate, hamate
Which bones is the flexor retinaculum attached to?
Scaphoid and trapezium
What is the most frequently fractured carpal bone?
Scaphoid
Are the metatarsal heads proximal or distal?
distal
What are the 3 arches of the hand?
Longitudinal, metacarpophalangeal transverse and carpal transverse
What is the etiology of Spondylolysis/spondylolisthesis?
Congenitally defective pars interarticularis
What is spondylolysis?
Fracture of the pars interarticularis with positive " on oblique radiographic view of spine
What is spondylolisthesis?
The actual anterior or posterior slippage of one vertebra on another, following bilateral fracture of pars interarticularis
What is a uniaxial pivot t in supination/pronation?
Distal radioulnar joint
What is a biaxial ellipsoid joint between the radius and the scaphoid and lunate bones?
Radiocarpal joint
How is spondylolisthesis graded?
By the amount of slippage 1 = 25%, 4 = 100%
What is one clinical test that can help test for spondylolisthesis?
Stork test
What is the load bearing ratio between radius and ulna?
60:40 radius
What 3 ligaments help to stabilize the intercarpal joints?
Dorsal, palmar and interosseous
What are 6 PT interventions for Spondylolysis/Spondylolisthesis?
Joint mobilization, Dynamica stabilization of the trunk, Avoidanc of extension, postural reeducation, braces, no spinal manipulation
What condition is characterized by a congenital narrowing of the spinal canal coupled with hypertrophy of the spinal lamina and ligamentum flaum as the result of age related degenerative processes?
Spinal Stenosis
Anterior dislocation of the lunate can cause what?
Compression of the median nerve against the flexor retinaculum
What are 4 signs/symptoms of spinal stenosis?
Bilateral pain and parasthesia in back, buttocks, thighs, calves and feet; pain decreases with flexion increases with extension, pain increases with walking, pain relieved with prolonged rest
True/False: Wrist extension is predominantly at radiocarpal joint and wrist flexion is primarily at the midcarpal joint?
TRUE
Is the hand normally in flexion or extension?
Extension
Where can the brachial artery be palpated?

Anterior region of the cubital fossa

Where can the brachial artery be palpated?
Anterior region of the cubital fossa
What 3 muscles provide dynamic wrist stability in both flexion and extension?
Extensor carpi ulnaris, extensor pollicis brevis, abductor pollicis longus
What are the two major wrist flexors?
Flexor carpi ulnaris and flexor carpi radialis
Between the flexor carpi ulnaris and flexor carpi radialis, which is the more effective wrist flexor?
Flexor carpi radialis
What are the 3 main radial deviators?
Extensor carpi radialis longus, Extensor carpi radialis brevis, flexor carpi radialis
What are the 2 main ulnar deviators?
Flexor carpi unlarnis and extensor carpi ulnaris
What are 4 PT interventions for Spinal Stenosis?
Joint mobilization, flexion based exercises, postural education traction
What position should the cervical spine be in to promote the best intervertebral foramina opening?
15 degrees of flexion
How many muscles are in the anterior forearm>?
8
What two muscles pronate the forearm
pronator teres and quadratus
What 3 muscles flex the hand?
Flexor carpi radialis, flexor carpi ulnaris and palmaris longus
What 3 muscles flex the digits?
Flexor digitorum superficialis, flexor digitorum profundus and flexor pollicis longus
What are 5 contraindications to cervical traction?
Joint hypermobility, pregnancy, rheumatoid arthritis, down syndrome or any other systemic disease which affects ligamentous integrity
What are the signs/symptoms of n internal disc disruption?
Constant deep achy pain, increased pain with movment, no objective neurological symptoms
How many muscles are in the posterior forearm?
11
What 3 muscles extend the hand?
Extensor carpi radialis longus, extensor carpi radialis brevis, extensor carpi ulnaris
What 3 muscles extend the fingers?
Extensor digitorum, extensor indicis and extensor digiti minimi
What 3 muscles extend the thumb?
Abductor pollicis longus, extensor pollicis brevis, extensor pollicis longus
Where does the radial artery enter the hand?
Near the radial styloid process
A supracondylar fracture of the elbow can possibly cause which injury?
Damage to the radial artery
What are 2 PT interventions for internal disc disruptions?
Joint mobilizations, postural education
What is contraindicated for a patient with internal disc disruptions?
Spinal manipulation
What are 2 reasons that disc herniations usually occur posteriorly?
Posterior longitudinal ligament is not as strong and only centrally located in lumbar spine, posterior lamellae of annulus are thinner.
What are the signs/symptoms of posterior disc herniation?
Loss of strength, radicular pain, parasthesias and inability to perform ADLs
Which ligaments help support the MCP joints?
Palmar, transverse and collateral
When do the collateral ligaments become tight in MCP joints?
During flexion
What are 4 PT interventions for posterior disc herniation?
Dyanamic stability and positional gapping, posture education, traction
What is a general rule regarding the role of intrinsic and extrinsic hand muscles?
Extrinsic provide functional power, intrinsic provide fine control
How would you do positional gapping for a left posterolateral lumbar herniation?
Have patient side-lying on right side, with pillow under right trunk, flex both hips and knees, rotate trunk to left
True/False: Spinal manipulation is contraindicated for a dis herniation
TRUE
What is the optimal amount of wrist extension for functional use?
20-30 degrees

What 3 muscles provide dynamic wrist stability in both flexion and extension?

Extensor carpi ulnaris, extensor pollicis brevis, abductor pollicis longus
How many muscles control the thumb? How many are intrinsic, extrinsic?
8,4,4
Radial nerve damage will do what to hand function?
Affect the ability to maintain the functional wrist position and to release an object
Median nerve damage will do what to hand function?
Affects flexion of the digits on the radial side of the hand and precision grip
Ulnar nerve damage will do what to hand function?
Affects flexion of the ulnar side digits and power grip
What are the signs/symptoms of DJD of the spine>?
Reduction in mobility, pain, possible impingement of associated nerve root
What is a clinical test that can be used for DJD of the spine?
Lumbar quadrant test
A fracture of the neck of the femur may disrupt blood to what artery and cause what?
Obturator artery, aseptic necrosis
What is the etiology of facet entrapment?
Abnormal movement of fibroadipose meniscoid does not properly reenter joint cavity and bunches up, becoming a space occupying lesion, which distends capsule and causes pain
Do patients with Facet Entrapment feel better in flexion or extension?
Flexion
What are the 3 ligaments that blend with the hip capsule?
Iliofemoral, Ischiofemoral, pubofemoral
What are the 2 prime hip flexors?
Iliacus and the Psoas Major
What is the name of the Iliacus and Psoas Major combined?
Iliopsoas
What structures may be injured in "whiplash"
Facets/articular processes, facet joint capsules, ligaments, discs, muscles, odontoid process, spinous processes, TMJ, sympathetic chain ganglia, spinal and cranial nerves
What are the early signs/symptoms of "whiplash"
Headaches, neck pain, limited flexibility, reversal of lower cervical lordosis, decrease in upper cervical kyphosis, vertigo, change in vision and hearing, irritability to noise and light, dyesthesias of face and bilateral UEs, nausea, difficulty swallowing and emotional lability
What are the 2 prime hip extensors?
Gluteus Maximus and Hamstrings
What are the late signs/symptoms of "whiplash"
Chronic head/neck pain, limitation in flexibility, TMJ dysfunction, limited tolerance to ADLs, disequilibrium, anxiety and depression
What are the common clinical signs of "whiplash"
Postural changes, excessive muscle guarding with soft tissue fibrosis, segmental hypermobility, gradual development of restricted segmental motion
What are the 2 main hip abductors?
Gluteus medius and gluteus minimus
What are the 3 main hip adductors?
Adductor magnus, adductor longus, adductor brevis
What are the 2 main hip IRs?
Anterior fibers of gluteus medius and gluteus minimus
What are the 2 main hip ERs?
Obturator externus and quadratus femoris
What nerves does the sciatic nerve branch into halfway down the thigh?
Tibial and Common Fibular
What other muscle other than the piriformis can be involved in sciatic nerve compression?
Hamstrings
What is the chief blood supplier to the LE?
Femoral Artery
What are 5 clinical tests that will look for SI joint dysfunction?
Gillets, Ipsilateral anterior rotation, Gaenslen's, Long sitting, Goldthwait's
What are 5 PT interventions for SI dysfunction?
Manipulation, Strengthening, Mobilization, Postural education, SI belts
Which movement locks the knee?
Medial rotation of the femur
Do the menisci move anteriorly of posteriorly during flexion?
Posteriorly
Repetitive trauma disorders account for what percent of occupational diseases?
48%
What percentage of back pain goes undiagnosed?
85%
Which meniscus is more commonlly injured?
Medial
How many muscles control the thumb? How many are intrinsic, extrinsic?
8,4,5
What is the strongest ligament in the knee?
PCL
When is the PCL taut?
Flexion
When is the ACL taut?
Extension
What are signs/symptoms of Esophageal cancer?
Pain radiating to the back, pain with swallowing, dysphagia and weight loss
What are signs/symptoms of Pancreatic Cancer?
Deep gnawing pain that radiates from chest to back
What are the signs/symptoms of Acute Pancreatitis?
Mid epigastric pain radiating through to the back
What are signs/symptoms of Cholecystitis?
Abrupt, severe abdominal pain and right upper quadrant tenderness, nausea, vomiting and fever
Where can pain from Heart and Lung Disorders refer to?
chest, back, neck, jaw, UEs
How does an abdominal aortic aneurysm present?
Nonspecific lumbar pain
Which muscle internally rotates the tibia and retracts the medial meniscus?
Semimembranosus
Which muscle externally rotates the tibia?
Biceps Femoris
Where is the suprapatellar bursa?
Lies superiorly between the femur and the quadriceps tendon
Where is the popliteus bursa?
Between the tendon of the popliteus and the lateral condyle of the tibia
Where is the anserine bursa?
Seperates the tendons of the sartorius, gracilis and semitendinosus from the proximal part of the medial surface of the tibia
Where is the gastrocnemius bursa?
Deep to the attachment of the tendon of the medial gastrocnemius muscle
What is the path of the popliteal artery?
Begins when the femoral artery passes through the adductor hiatus in the adductor magnus tendon and ends when it branches into the anterior and posterior tibial arteries at the inferior borderof the popliteus muscle.
What are signs/symptoms of TMJ dysfunction?
Joint noise, joint locking, limited flexibility, lateral deviation, decreased strength, tinnitus, headaches, forward head posture, pain with movement of mandible
What bones does the calcaneus articulate with?
Talus and Cuboid
What bone is located between the the head of talus and the 3 cuneiform bones?
Navicular
True/False: The heads of the metatarsals support some weight bearing?
TRUE
Violent inversion of the foot can cause what boney injury?
Avulsion of the tuberosity of the fifth metatarsal where fibularis brevis inserts
What are 4 signs/symptoms of RTC tear?
Significant reduction in AROM into abduction, No reduction in PROM, Positive Drop Arm Test, Poor scapulothoracic and glenohumeral rhythm
What ligaments support the distal tibiofibular joint?
Inferior transverse ligament, interosseus ligament, anterior tibiofibular ligament and the posterior tibiofibular ligament
What movement does the fibula make during dorsiflexion?
The fibular rotates laterally to accomdate the sider portion of the talus
What is a normal recovery from a flexor tendon repair?
3-4 weeks distal extremity immobilized, wrist and digits flexed, resisted extension, passive flexion. 4 weeks AROM as tolerated.
What ligament gives the talocrural joint medial support?
Deltoid Ligament
What ligament gives the talocrural joint lateral support?
Calcaneofibular, anterior talofibular and posterior talofibular ligaments
What is the normal recovery from an extensor tendon repair?
Distal IP joints are in neutral for 6-8 weeks. AROM initiated at 5 weeks.
What is the normal recovery from an ORIF fracture repair?
Non-Weightbearing for 1-2 weeks, after WBAT
During gait, what is the function of the Subtalar joint?
In pronation, the subtalar joint allows the foot to conform to irregular surfaces, in supination the subtalar joint acts as a rigid lever that allows propulsion
Supination of the subtalar joint causes what motion in the tibia?
External Rotation
Pronation of the subtalar joint cuases what motion in the tibia?
Internal Rotation
What is the strongest ligament in the knee?
PCL
With a cemented THA how long should the patient be PWB?
3 weeks
With a cementless THA how long until the patient is WBAT?
Immediately
How long after a THA until the patient is allowed to do isometric exercises?
Immediately
How long after a THA until the patient is allowed to do active exercises?
1-4 weeks
With a TKA what ROM is ok during the first 2 weeks?
0-90 degrees
With a TKA what ROM is ok after 3-4 weeks?
0-120 degrees
With a cemented TKA what is the WB status immediately after surgery?
WBAT
With a TKA when are isometric exercises permitted?
Immediately
With a TKA when are resisted exercises permitted?
2-3 weeks
What are 3 pros of the Hamstring graft for ACL surgery?
Typically fewer symptoms post-op, Greater return to prior level of function, Earlier rehab
What are 3 pros of the Patellar Tendon graft for ACL surgery?
Better graft tension post-op, less expensive, faster healing
What are 3 cons of the Hamstring graft for ACL surgery?
More expensive, technically more difficult, rehab more difficult
What are 3 cons of the Patellar Tendon graft for ACL surgery?
Greater potential for anterior knee pain and patellafemoral OA, increase potential for knee extension deficit, delay in rehab secondary to more sever atrophy of quads
What should the CPM be set at immediately following ACL repair?
0-70 degrees
What should the CPM be set at after six weeks following ACL repair?
0-120 degrees
What is AROM limited to immediately after ACL repair?
20-70 degrees by a brace
How long is the patient NWB following ACL repair?
one week
When is the patient weened from the brace following ACL repair?
between 2nd and 4th weeks
What is the brace set at for ambulation for a PCL repair immediately following surgery?
0 degrees
Soft tissue massage to quadriceps after ACL or PCL repair is designed to do what?
Reduce muscle gaurding
Joint oscillations following ACL or PCL repair is designed to do what?
Decrease pain and reduce muscle guarding
What are the 3 arches of the foot?
Medial, Longitudinal and Transverse
Where is the longitudinal arch of the foot located?
From the calcaneus to the metatarsal heads
What structures give dynamic stability to the medial arch of the foot?
Fibularis longus, posterior tibialis and intrinsic muscles
What structures give static stability to the medial arch of the foot?
Plantar calcaneonavicular ligament
What structure gives support to the lateral longitudinal arch?
Long plantar ligament
What makes up the transverse arch of the foot?
Cuneiform and cuboid bones
What supports the transverse arch of the foot?
Metatarsal heads and musculoligamentous complex
What are 2 major interventions after Lateral Retinacular release?
Closed kinetic chain exercises to strengthen quads and regain dynamic balance of structures, normalize flexibility of the hamstrings, triceps surae and ITB.
Why is a lateral retinacular release usually performed?
To improve patellar tracking to reduce patellafemoral pain
Where is the dorsalis pedis artery found?
Dorsum of the foot passing over the navicular and cuneiform bones just lateral to the extensor hallucis longus tendon
After a partial meniscectomy when is PWB allowed?
As soon as full extension is achieved
When is AROM encouraged after a partial meniscectomy?

Immediately

With a cemented THA how long should the patient be PWB?
4 weeks
What is one recommendation for jogging following partial meniscectomy?
Running on the balls of the feet to decrease loading on the knee joint
How long is a Pt NWB following a meniscus repair?
3-6 weeks
When should rehab following a meniscus repair start?
7-10 days post op
What two parts of the vertebrae make up the vertebral arch?
Laminae and pedicles
What part of the vertebrae meet to form the spinous process?
Laminae
How long should patients avoid prolonged sitting, heavy lifting after spinal repair?
3 months
How long should an immobilizing brace be worn after a multilevel spinal fusion?
6 weeks
Which spinal fusion approach reduces the need for bracing?
Combined anterior/posterior
After a Harrington Rod placement surgery for idiopathic scoliosis, when can ambulation begin?
4-7 days post op
After Harrington Rod placement surgery for idiopathic scoliosis, what are the 2 early rehab goals?
Early bed mobility and effective coughing
How does a wedge fracture of the vertebrae occur?
Forced flexion of the thoracic and lumbar spine
What is the inner gelatinous layer of the intervertebral disc called?
Nucleus Pulposus
What is the recommended amount of exercise during the acute stage of an injury?
40-60% of one rep max which stimulates regeneration of tissue and revascularization
What is the outer ring layer of the intervertebral disc called?
Annular Rings
What structures does the ligamentum flavum connect?
Laminae of adjacent vertebrae
Dysfunction of the SI joint may cause dysfunction in what other area?
L4 and L5
What are 2 possible causes for chronic conditions?
Abnormal remodeling of injured tissues and chronic low-grade inflammation due to repetitive stresses of tissues
The splenius capitis and splenius cervicis cause what motion?
laterally flex and rotate the head ipsilaterally (alone), extend the head and neck (together)
Which group of the erector spinae is most lateral?
Iliocostalis
Which group of the erector spinae is in the middle?
longissimus
Which group of the erector spinae is the most medial?
Spinalis
What is the function of the erector spinae muscles?
Unilaterally - Laterally flex the head and vertebrae, Bilaterally - extend the head and vertebral column
Which muscles make up the transversospinal muscle group?
Semispinalis, multifidus, rotatores
What is the function of the transversospinal muscle group?
Bilaterally - extend and stabilize the spine, Unilaterally - Laterally flex ipsillaterally and rotate the trunk contralaterally
What is the purpose of soft tissue/myofascial techniques?
Aid in reduction of metabolites from muscle, reactivating a muscle that has not been functioning secondary to guarding and ischemia, revascularization and decrease in guarding
How does soft tissue/myofascial techniques affect the autonomic system?
Stimulation of skin and superficial fascia facilitate a decrease in muscle tension
What is the function of the Quadratus Lumborum
Stabilize the lumbar spine, unilaterally elevates the ilium, bilaterally assists in forved exhalation and extends the back
What is the purpose of mechanical stimluation techniques?
Causes histological and mechanical changes in soft tissues to produce improved mobility and function
Where is the thyroid cartilage located?
C4 and C5
Where is the hyoid bone located?
C3
True/False: Soft tissue massage without motion should is perpendicular to muscle fibers?
FALSE
What is the function of the platysma?
Tenses the skin of the neck and assists in depressing the mandible.
What is the function of the trapezius?
Unilaterally - Moves the neck ipsilaterally, Bilaterally - shrugs the shoulders
What is the path of the vertebral arteries?

Branch off subclavian artery and ascend vertically through the transverse foramina of the cervical vertebrae into the brain at the foramen magnum

What is one recommendation for jogging following partial meniscectomy?

Running on the balls of the feet to decrease loading on the knee joint

How long is a transverse friction massage?
5-10 minutes
What forms the roof of TMJ?
Temporal bones
What are Feldenkreis movements?
Practitioner gently introduces new passive movements to help patient get a sense of movement
What are 4 purposes of joint oscillations?
Inhibit pain and/or muscle guarding, lubricate joint surfaces, provide nutrition to the joint structures, stretch tight connective tissus
How does the articular disc divide the TMJ cavity?
Superior/Inferior
Is the TMJ articular disc more firmly attached to the mandible or the temporal bone?
Mandible
What are the contraindications for Joint mobilization?
Joint ankylosis, malignancy involving bone, ligament affecting diseases, arterial insufficiency, active inflammatory process
How much does the temporomandibular ligament allow the jaw to open before it tightens?
20-25 mm
When does the TMJ usually dislocate?
Yawning or taking a large bit
Which direction does the TMJ usually dislocate?
Anteriorly
What is a clinical sign of TMJ dislocation?
Inability to close mouth
What are the absolute contraindications of traction?
Joint ankylosis, malignancy involving bone, ligament affecting diseases, arterial insufficiency, active inflammatory process
What are the relative contraindications of tractions?
DJD, metabolic bone disease, hypermobility, total joint replacement, pregnancy, spondylolisthesis, use of steroids, radicular symptoms
What is the function of the of the temporalis, masseter and medial pterygoid muscles?
Elevation of the mandible
What muscles are resposible for protrusion of the mandible?
Lateral and medial pterygoid
What muscle is responsible for retrusion of the mandible?
Posterior fibers of the temporalis
At what segment(s) does the musculocutaneous nerve originate?
C5, C6
Which muscles does the musculocutaneous nerve innervate?
Coracobrachialis, biceps brachii, brachialis
What is the sensory distribution of the musculocutaneous nerve?
Anterolateral surface of the forearm
What muscular dysfunction is seen with musculocutaneous nerve palsy?
Loss of forearm flexion when supinated, weakened supination
At what segment(s) does the Axillary nerve originate?
C5, C6
Which muscles does the axillary nerve innervate?
deltoid, teres minor
What is the sensory distribution of the axillary nerve?
Lateral arm over lower portion of deltoid
What muscular dysfunction is seen with axillary nerve palsy?
Loss of shoulder abduction, weakened ER
At what segment(s) does the Radial nerve originate?
C5, C6, C7, C8, T1
Which muscles does the Radial nerve innervate?
Triceps, anconeus, brachiradialis, supinator, wrist extensors, finger extensors, thumb extensors
What is the sensory distribution of the Radial nerve?
Posterior arm, posterior forearm, radial side of posterior hand
What muscular dysfunction is seen with Radial nerve palsy?
Loss of elbow, wrist and finger extension
At what segment(s) does the Median nerve originate?
C6, C7, C8, T1
Which muscles does the Median nerve innervate?
Pronators, wrist flexors, finger flexors on radial side, most thumb muscles
What is the sensory distribution of the Median nerve?
Palmar aspects of thumb, second third and fourth (radial half) fingers
What muscular dysfunction is seen with Median nerve palsy?
Loss of pronation, thumb opposition, flexion and abduction
At what segment(s) does the Ulnar nerve originate?
C7, C8, T1
Which muscles does the Ulnar nerve innervate?
Flexor Carpi Ulnaris, flexor digitorum profundus (medial half), interossei, fourth and fifth lumbricals
What is the sensory distribution of the Ulnar nerve?
Fourth finger (medial portion) fifth finger
How long is a transverse friction massage?
5-10 minutes
At what segment(s) does the sciatic nerve originate?
L4 - S3
Which muscles does the Sciatic nerve innervate?
Hamstrings and adductor magnus
What is the sensory distribution of the Sciatic nerve?
Tibial nerve, superficial fibular, deep fibular distributions
What muscular dysfunction is seen with Sciatic nerve palsy?
Loss of knee flexion, weak hip adduction, loss of all muscle function below the knee
At what segment(s) does the femoral nerve originate?
L2, L3, L4
Which muscles does the femoral nerve innervate?
Sartorius, quadriceps, iliacus, pectineus
What is the sensory distribution of the femoral nerve?
Middle anterior thigh, medial thigh proximal to the knee
What muscular dysfunction is seen with femoral nerve palsy?
Loss of hip flexion and knee extension
At what segment(s) does the tibial nerve originate?
L4 - S3
Which muscles does the tibial nerve innervate?
Gastrocnemius, soleus, plantaris, popliteus, and tibialis posterior
What is the sensory distribution of the tibial nerve?
posterolateral calf, ankle and heel
What muscular dysfunction is seen with tibial nerve palsy?
loss of plantarflexion and supination
At what segment(s) does the Superfical fibular nerve originate?
L5 - S2
Which muscles does the superficial fibular nerve innervate?
Fibularis longus and brevis
What is the sensory distribution of the superficial fibular nerve?
Anterolateral distal lower leg and ankle, most of the dorsum of the foot
What muscular dysfunction is seen with superficial fibular nerve palsy?
Loss of eversion
At what segment(s) does the Deep fibular nerve originate?
L4 - S2
Which muscles does the deep fibular nerve innervate?
Tibialis anterior, extensor hallucis longus, extensor digitorum longus, fibularis tertius, first and second dorsal interossei, extensor digitorum brevis, extensor hallucis brevis
What is the sensory distribution of the deep fibular nerve?
Web space between the first and second toes on the dorsum of the foot
What muscular dysfunction is seen with deepfibular nerve palsy?
Loss of dorsiflexion and weakness in the foot intrinsics
What is Cranial Nerve I?
Olfactory
What is the function of the olfactory nerve?
Smell
What is Cranial Nerve II?
Optic
What is the function optic nerve
Sight, pupillary reflexes
What does damage to the optic nerve cause?
monocular blindness, loss of pupillary constriction, absense of eye blink
What is Cranial Nerve III?
Oculomotor
What is the function of the oculomotor nerve?
Moves the eye and elevates the upper eyelid
What does damage to the oculomotor nerve cause?
Ptosis, dilation of pupil, loss of acommodation of the light reflex
What is Cranial Nerve IV?
Trochlear
What is the function of the trochlear nerve?
Superior oblique muscle
What does damage to the trochlear nerve cause?
Diplopia, failure to rotate the eye up and out
What is cranial nerve V?
Trigeminal
What is the function of the trigeminal nerve
Mastication and sensory nerve for the head
What does damage to the trigeminal nerve do?
Loss of facial sensation, weakness of the muscles of mastication, deviation of opened jaw to ipsilateral side
What is cranial nerve VI?
Abducens
What is the function of the abducens nerve?

Abducts the eye via nerve supply to the lateral rectus muscle

At what segment(s) does the sciatic nerve originate?

L4 - S4

What is cranial nerve VII?
Facial
What is the function of the facial nerve?
Facial expression, speech articulation, winking, ingestion of food and drink, taste, salivary and nasal secretions
What does damage to the facial nerve do?
Ipsilateral facial paralysis, dry mouth, loss of taste anterior third of the tongue (Bell's Palsy)
What is cranial nerve VIII?
Vestibulocochlear
What is the function of the vestibulocochlear nerve?
Maintenance of equilibrium, hearing
What does damage to the vestibulocochlear nerve cause?
vertigo, nystagmus, dysequilibrium, tinnitus, loss of hearing
What is cranial nerve IX?
Glossopharyngeal
What is the function of the glossopharyngeal nerve?
Elevates pharynx, salivary secretion, taste
What does damage to the glossopharyngeal nerve cause?
Slight dysphagia, partial dry mouth, loss of taste posterior third of tongue
What are 4 examples of NSAIDs?
Ibuprofen (motrin), naproxen (aleve), salsalate (discalced) and indomethacin (Indocin)
What are the side effects of NSAIDs?
GI irritation, fluid retention, renal or liver problems, and prolonged bleeding
What is cranial nerve X?
Vagus
What is the function of the vagus nerve?
Phonation, visceral sensations and reflexes, cardiac depressor, bronchoconstrictor, GI tract peristalsis and secretion
What does damage to the vagus nerve cause?
Palpitation, tachycardia, vomiting, slowing of respiration, ipsilateral paralysis of soft palate and larynx, hoarseness, anesthesia of the larynx
What is cranial nerve XI?
Accessory
What is the function of the accessory nerve?
Deglutition and phonation, movements of head and shoulders
What does damage to the accessory nerve cause?
Weakness in shrugging ipsilateral shoulder, turning head to the opposite side
What are 3 examples of muscle relaxers?
Cyclobenzaprine HCl (Flexeril), methocarbamol (Robaxin) and carsoprodol (Soma)
What are adverse affects of muscle relaxers?
drowsiness, lethargy, ataxia and decreased alertness
What is cranial nerve XII?
Hypoglossal
What is the function of the hypoglossal nerve?
Movements of the tongue
What does damage to the hypoglossal nerve cause?
Unilateral paralysis of the tongue, deviation to the ipsilateral side with protrusion
What is an example of a nonnarcotic analgesic?
Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
When are nonnarcotic analgesics prescribed?
When NSAIDs are contraindicated
What are adverse side effets of nonnarcotic analgesics?
Excessive amounts may lead to liver disease or acute liver shutdown
What is Hoover's Test?
Malingering Test: Therapists examination of the amount of pressure the patient's heels place on the the therapist's hand when the patient is asked to raise one lower extremity in a supine position
What is Burn's Test?
Malingering Test: Patient kneels and bends over a chair to touch the floor
What is Waddell's Test?
Malingering Test: Evaluates tenderness, simulation, distraction, regional disturbances and overreaction
Where is the fulcrum in a first class lever?
Between the force and resistance
What is one example of a first class lever in the human body?
Head sitting on first cervical vertebrae flexing/extending
Where is the fulcrum in a second class lever?
Axis at one end, then resistance then force
What is one example of a second class lever in the human body?
Closed chain plantarflexion
Where is the fulcrum on a third class lever?
Fulcrum at one end, then force, then resistance
What is the advantage of a third class lever?
ROM
What is the most common lever type in the human body?
Third Class
What is an example of a third class lever in the human body?
Knee flexion
What spinal level coincides with the Superior Angle of the Scapula?
T2

What is cranial nerve VII?

Facial
What spinal level coincides with the inferior angle of the scapula?
T7
What spinal level coincides with the xiphoid process of the sternum?
T7
What spinal level coincides with the Naval?
T10
What spinal level coincides with the iliac crest?
L4
What spinal level coincides with the PSIS?
S2
Where should a plumb line fall through in normal posture?
External meatus, acromion process, hip joint, posterior to patella, anterior to lateral malleolus
What is the glenohumeral capsular pattern?
ER > Abd. > Flex > IR
What is the elbow capsular pattern?
Flexion > Extension
What is the radioulnar capsular pattern?
Pronation = Supination
What is the wrist capsular pattern?
Flexion = Extension
What is the interphalangeal capsular pattern?
Flexion > Extension
What is the Hip Capsular Pattern?
Flexion > IR > Abd
What is the knee capsular pattern?
Flexion > Extension
What is the ankle capsular pattern?
PF > DF
What is the toe capsular pattern?
Ext > Flex
What is type I muscle fibers?
Slow twitch
Are type I muscle fibers red or white?
Red
What is type II muscle fibers?
Fast Twitch
Are type II muscle fibers red or white?
White
What is the action of the anconeus?
Elbow Extension
What is the nerve supply for the anconeus?
Radial
What is the spinal segment for the anconeus?
C7, C8, (T1)
What is the action of the Biceps Brachii
Elbow Flexion/supination
What is the nerve supply for the biceps brachii?
Musculocutaneous
What is the spinal segment for the iceps brachii?
C5, C6
What is the action of the brachialis
Elbow Flexion
What is the nerve supply for the brachialis?
Musculocutaneous
What is the spinal segment for the brachialis?
C5, C6, (C7)
What is the action of the brachioradialis?
Elbow Flexion
What is the nerve supply for the brachioradialis?
Radial
What is the spinal segment for the brachioradialis?
C5, C6, (C7)
What is the action of the Corachobrachialis?
Shoulder Flexion
What is the nerve supply for the Corachobrachialis?
Musculocutaneous
What is the spinal segment for the Corachobrachialis?
C5, C6, C7
What is the action of the Deltoid?
Abduction, SHoulder flexion, horizontal adduction, IR, Extension, horizontal abduction, ER
What is the nerve supply for the Deltoid?
Axillary
What is the spinal segment for the Deltoid?
C5, C6
What is the action of the Flexor Carpi Radialis?

Pronation/Wrist Flexion/Radial Deviation

What spinal level coincides with the inferior angle of the scapula?

T7

What is the spinal segment for the Flexor Carpi RAdialis?
C6, C7
What is the action of the Flexor Carpi Ulnaris?
Elbow flexion, wrist flexion, ulnar deviation
What is the nerve supply for the Flexor Carpi Ulnaris?
Ulnar
What is the spinal segment for the Flexor Carpi Ulnaris?
C7, C8
What is the action of the infraspinatus?
Horizontal abduction, abduction, ER
What is the nerve supply for the infraspinatus?
Suprascapular
What is the spinal segment for the infraspinatus?
C5, C6
What is the action of the Latissimus Dorsi?
Extension, Adduction, IR, Scapular depression, scapular protraction
What is the nerve supply for the latissimus dorsi?
Thoracodorsal
What is the spinal segment for the latissimus dorsi?
C6, C7, C8
What is the action of the Levator Scapulae?
Scapular elevation, scapular downward rotation
What is the nerve supply for the levator scapulae?
Dorsal scapular and C3 and C4 nerve roots
What is the spinal segment for the levator scapulae?
C3, C4
What is the action of the Pectoralis Major?
Horizontal adduction, adduction, IR, Scapular depression and scapular protraction
What is the nerve supply for the pectoralis major?
Lateral Pectoral
What is the spinal segment for the pectoralis major?
C5, C6
What is the action of the Pectoralis Minor?
Scapular depression, protraction, downard rotation
What is the nerve supply for the pectoralis minor?
Medial Pectoral
What is the spinal segment for the pectoralis minor?
C8, T1
What is the action of the pronator teres?
Elbow flexion, pronation
What is the nerve supply for the pronator teres?
Median
What is the spinal segment for the pronator teres?
C6, C7
What is the action of the pronator quadratus?
Pronation
What is the nerve supply for the pronator quadratus?
Median
What is the spinal segment for the pronator quadratus?
C8, (T1)
What is the action of the rhomboid major?
Elevation, scapular retraction, scapular downard rotation
What is the nerve supply for the rhomboid major?
Dorsal Scapular
What is the spinal segment for the rhomboid major?
(C4), C5
What is the action of the rhomboid minor?
Elevation, scapular retraction, scapular downard rotation
What is the nerve supply for the rhomboid major?
Dorsal Scapular
What is the spinal segment for the rhomboid major?
(C4), C5
What is the action of the serratus anterior?
Depression, upward rotation, protraction
What is the nerve supply for the serratus anterior?
Long Thoracic
What is the spinal segment for the serratus anterior?
C5, C6, (C7)
What is the action of the subscapularis?
Abduction/Adduction/IR
What is the nerve supply for the subscapularis?
Subscapular
What is the spinal segment for the subscapularis?
C5, C6
What is the action of the supinator?
Supination
What is the nerve supply for the supinator?
Radial
What is the spinal segment for the Flexor Carpi RAdialis?
C6, C8
What is the spinal segment for the Flexor Carpi RAdialis?
C6, C7
What is the action of the Flexor Carpi Ulnaris?
Elbow flexion, wrist flexion, ulnar deviation
What is the nerve supply for the Flexor Carpi Ulnaris?
Ulnar
What is the spinal segment for the Flexor Carpi Ulnaris?
C7, C8
What is the action of the infraspinatus?
Horizontal abduction, abduction, ER
What is the nerve supply for the infraspinatus?
Suprascapular
What is the spinal segment for the infraspinatus?
C5, C6
What is the action of the Latissimus Dorsi?
Extension, Adduction, IR, Scapular depression, scapular protraction
What is the nerve supply for the latissimus dorsi?
Thoracodorsal
What is the spinal segment for the latissimus dorsi?
C6, C7, C8
What is the action of the Levator Scapulae?
Scapular elevation, scapular downward rotation
What is the nerve supply for the levator scapulae?
Dorsal scapular and C3 and C4 nerve roots
What is the spinal segment for the levator scapulae?
C3, C4
What is the action of the Pectoralis Major?
Horizontal adduction, adduction, IR, Scapular depression and scapular protraction
What is the nerve supply for the pectoralis major?
Lateral Pectoral
What is the spinal segment for the pectoralis major?
C5, C6
What is the action of the Pectoralis Minor?
Scapular depression, protraction, downard rotation
What is the nerve supply for the pectoralis minor?
Medial Pectoral
What is the spinal segment for the pectoralis minor?
C8, T1
What is the action of the pronator teres?
Elbow flexion, pronation
What is the nerve supply for the pronator teres?
Median
What is the spinal segment for the pronator teres?
C6, C7
What is the action of the pronator quadratus?
Pronation
What is the nerve supply for the pronator quadratus?
Median
What is the spinal segment for the pronator quadratus?
C8, (T1)
What is the action of the rhomboid major?
Elevation, scapular retraction, scapular downard rotation
What is the nerve supply for the rhomboid major?
Dorsal Scapular
What is the spinal segment for the rhomboid major?
(C4), C5
What is the action of the rhomboid minor?
Elevation, scapular retraction, scapular downard rotation
What is the nerve supply for the rhomboid major?
Dorsal Scapular
What is the spinal segment for the rhomboid major?
(C4), C5
What is the action of the serratus anterior?
Depression, upward rotation, protraction
What is the nerve supply for the serratus anterior?
Long Thoracic
What is the spinal segment for the serratus anterior?
C5, C6, (C7)
What is the action of the subscapularis?
Abduction/Adduction/IR
What is the nerve supply for the subscapularis?
Subscapular
What is the spinal segment for the subscapularis?
C5, C6
What is the action of the supinator?
Supination
What is the nerve supply for the supinator?
Radial
What is the spinal segment for the Flexor Carpi RAdialis?

C6, C8

What is the spinal segment for the Flexor Carpi RAdialis?
C6, C8
What is the nerve supply for the supraspinatus?
Suprascapular
What is the spinal segment for the supraspinatus?
C5, C6
What is the action of the teres major?
Extension/Horizontal Abd, Adduction, IR
What is the nerve supply for the teres major?
Subscapular
What is the spinal segment for the teres major?
C5, C6
What is the action of the teres minor?
Extension/Horizontal Abd, Adduction, ER
What is the nerve supply for the teres minor?
Axillary
What is the spinal segment for the teres minor?
C5, C6
What is the action of the trapezius?
Retraction/elevation/depression/upward rotation
What is the nerve supply for the trapezius?
Accessory, C3 and C4 nerve roots
What is the spinal segment for the trapezius?
Cranial nerve XI, C3, C4
What is the action of the triceps?
Elbow extension
What is the nerve supply for the triceps?
Radial
What is the spinal segment for the triceps?
C6, C7, C8
What is the action of the extensor carpi radialis longus?
Wrist extension/radial deviation
What is the nerve supply for the extensor carpi radialis longus?
Radial
What is the spinal segment for the extensor carpi radialis longus?
C6, C7
What is the action of the extensor carpi radialis brevis?
Wrist extension
What is the nerve supply for the extensor carpi radialis brevis?
Posterior interosseus
What is the spinal segment for the extensor carpi radialis brevis?
C7, C8
What is the action of the extensor carpi ulnaris?
Wrist extension/ ulnar deviation
What is the nerve supply for the extensor carpi ulnaris?
Posterior interosseus
What is the spinal segment for the extensor carpi ulnaris?
C7, C8
What is the action of the abductor pollicis longus?
Radial deviation / Thumb abduction
What is the nerve supply for the abductor pollicus longus?
Posterior interosseus
What is the spinal segment for the abductor pollicus longus?
C7, C8
What is the action of the extensor pollicis longus?
Thumb extension / retroposition
What is the nerve supply for the extensor pollicus longus?
Posterior interosseus
What is the spinal segment for the extensor pollicus longus?
C7, C8
What is the action of the extensor pollicis brevis?
Radial deviation / thumb abduction / Extension / Retroposition
What is the nerve supply for the extensor pollicus brevis?
Posterior interosseus
What is the spinal segment for the extensor pollicus brevis?
C7, C8
What is the action of the extensor digitorum?
Finger extension
What is the nerve supply for the extensor digitorum?
Posterior interosseus
What is the spinal segment for the extensor digitorum?
C7, C8
What is the action of the extensor indicis?
Index finger extension
What is the nerve supply for the extensor indicis?
Posterior interosseus
What is the spinal segment for the extensor indicis?
C7, C8
What is the action of the extensor digiti minimi?
Fifth finger extension
What is the nerve supply for the extensor digiti minimi?
Posterior interosseus
What is the spinal segment for the extensor digiti minimi?
C7, C8
What is the nerve supply for the supraspinatus?
Suprascapular
What is the nerve supply for the flexor digitorum profundus?
Anterior Interosseus
What is the spinal segment for the flexor digitorum profundus?
C8, T1
What is the action of the flexor digitorum superficialis?
Finger flexion
What is the nerve supply for the flexor digitorum superficialis?
Median
What is the spinal segment for the flexor digitorum superficialis?
C8, T1
What is the action of the lumbricals?
Finger flexion
What is the nerve supply for the lumbricals?
First second (median), third fourth (ulnar)
What is the spinal segment for the lumbricals?
C8, T1
What is the action of the dorsal interossei?
Finger flexion / abduction
What is the nerve supply for the dorsal interossei?
Ulnar
What is the spinal segment for the dorsal interossei?
C8, T1
What is the action of the flexor digiti minimi?
Fifth finger flexion
What is the nerve supply for the flexor digiti minimi?
Ulnar
What is the spinal segment for the flexor digiti minimi?
C8, T1
What is the action of the palmar interossei?
Finger flexion / adduction
What is the nerve supply for the palmar interossei?
Ulnar
What is the spinal segment for the palmar interossei?
C8, T1
What is the action of the abductor digiti minimi?
Fifth finger abduction
What is the nerve supply for the abductor digiti minimi?
Ulnar
What is the spinal segment for the abductor digiti minimi?
C8, T1
What is the action of the abductor pollicis longus?
Thumb abduction
What is the nerve supply for the abductor pollicis longus?
Posterior interosseus
What is the spinal segment for the abductor pollicis longus?
C7, C8
What is the action of the abductor pollicis brevis?
Thumb palmar abduction / Opposition
What is the nerve supply for the abductor pollicis brevis?
Median
What is the spinal segment for the abductor pollicis brevis?
C8, T1
What is the action of the flexor pollicis brevis?
Thumb flexion / opposition
What is the nerve supply for the flexor pollicis brevis?
Median / Ulnar
What is the spinal segment for the flexor pollicis brevis?
C8, T1
What is the action of the flexor pollicis longus?
Thumb flexion
What is the nerve supply for the flexor pollicis longus?
Anterior Interosseus
What is the spinal segment for the flexor pollicis longus?
C8, T1
What is the action of the opponens pollicis?
Thumb flexion / opposition
What is the nerve supply for the opponsens pollicis?
Median
What is the spinal segment for the opponens pollicis?
C8, T1
What is the action of the abductor pollicis?
Thumb palmar abduction / radial abduction
What is the nerve supply for the abductor pollicis?
Ulnar
What is the spinal segment for the abductor pollicis?
C8, T1
What is the action of the opponens digiti minimi?
Fifth finger opposition
What is the nerve supply for the opponens digiti minimi?
Ulnar
What is the spinal segment for the opponens digiti minimi?
C8, T1
What is normal shoulder Flexion ROM

0-180

What is the nerve supply for the flexor digitorum profundus?
Anterior Interosseus
What is normal shoulder extension ROM
0-45
What are the prime shoulder extensors?
Latissimus Dorsi, Posterior deltoid
What is normal shoulder adduction ROM?
0-40
What are the prime shoulder adductors?
Pectoralis Major, Latissimus Dorsi
What is normal shoulder abduction ROM?
0-180
What are the prime shoulder abductors?
Middle deltoid, supraspinatus
What is normal shoulder IR?
0-90
What are the prime shoulder IRs?
Latissimus Dorsi, Pectoralis major
What is normal Shoulder ER rom?
0-90
What are the prime shoulder ERs?
Infraspinatus, teres minor
What are the prime scapular elevators?
Trapezius, levator scapulae
What are the prime scapular retractors?
Rhomboid Major, Rhomboid Minor
What are the prime scapular protractors?
Serratus anterior
What is normal elbow flexion ROM?
0-145
What are the prime elbow flexors?
Brachialis, biceps brachii
What is normal elbow extension ROM?
0-(5)
What are the prime elbow extensors?
Triceps brachii
What is normal pronation ROM?
0-90
What are the prime pronators?
Pronator teres, pronator quadratus
What is normal supination ROM?
0-90
What are the prime supinators?
Biceps brachii, supinator
What is normal wrist flexion ROM?
0-80
What are the prime wrist flexors?
Flexor carpi ulnaris, flexor carpi radialis
What is normal wrist extension ROM?
0-70
What are the prime wrist extensor?
Extensor carpi ulnaris longus / Extensor carpi ulnaris brevis
What is normal wrist abduction ROM?
0-20
What are the prime wrist abductors?
Extensor carpi radialis longus, Extensor carpi radialis brevis
What is normal wrist adduction ROM?
0-45
What are the prime wrist adductors?
Flexor carpi ulnaris, extensor carpi ulnaris
What is the action of the abductor digiti minimi?
Toe abduction
What is the nerve supply for the abductor digiti minimi?
Tibial
What is the spinal segment for the abductor digiti minimi?
S2 - S3
What is the action of the abductor hallucis?
Toe abduction / Toe flexion
What is the nerve supply for the abductor hallucis?
Tibial
What is the spinal segment for the abductor hallucis?
S2 - S3
What is the action of the adductor brevis?
Flexion /Adduction / IR
What is the nerve supply for the adductor brevis?
Obturator
What is the spinal segment for the adductor brevis?
L2 - L3, L4 / L2- L4
What is the action of the adductor longus?
Flexion / Adduction / IR
What is the nerve supply for the adductor longus?
Obturator
What is the spinal segment for the adductor longus?
L2 - L4
What is the action of the adductor Magnus?
Adduction / IR / Extension
What is the nerve supply for the adductor magnus?
Obturato / Sciatic
What is normal shoulder extension ROM
0-46
What is normal shoulder extension ROM
0-45
What are the prime shoulder extensors?
Latissimus Dorsi, Posterior deltoid
What is normal shoulder adduction ROM?
0-40
What are the prime shoulder adductors?
Pectoralis Major, Latissimus Dorsi
What is normal shoulder abduction ROM?
0-180
What are the prime shoulder abductors?
Middle deltoid, supraspinatus
What is normal shoulder IR?
0-90
What are the prime shoulder IRs?
Latissimus Dorsi, Pectoralis major
What is normal Shoulder ER rom?
0-90
What are the prime shoulder ERs?
Infraspinatus, teres minor
What are the prime scapular elevators?
Trapezius, levator scapulae
What are the prime scapular retractors?
Rhomboid Major, Rhomboid Minor
What are the prime scapular protractors?
Serratus anterior
What is normal elbow flexion ROM?
0-145
What are the prime elbow flexors?
Brachialis, biceps brachii
What is normal elbow extension ROM?
0-(5)
What are the prime elbow extensors?
Triceps brachii
What is normal pronation ROM?
0-90
What are the prime pronators?
Pronator teres, pronator quadratus
What is normal supination ROM?
0-90
What are the prime supinators?
Biceps brachii, supinator
What is normal wrist flexion ROM?
0-80
What are the prime wrist flexors?
Flexor carpi ulnaris, flexor carpi radialis
What is normal wrist extension ROM?
0-70
What are the prime wrist extensor?
Extensor carpi ulnaris longus / Extensor carpi ulnaris brevis
What is normal wrist abduction ROM?
0-20
What are the prime wrist abductors?
Extensor carpi radialis longus, Extensor carpi radialis brevis
What is normal wrist adduction ROM?
0-45
What are the prime wrist adductors?
Flexor carpi ulnaris, extensor carpi ulnaris
What is the action of the abductor digiti minimi?
Toe abduction
What is the nerve supply for the abductor digiti minimi?
Tibial
What is the spinal segment for the abductor digiti minimi?
S2 - S3
What is the action of the abductor hallucis?
Toe abduction / Toe flexion
What is the nerve supply for the abductor hallucis?
Tibial
What is the spinal segment for the abductor hallucis?
S2 - S3
What is the action of the adductor brevis?
Flexion /Adduction / IR
What is the nerve supply for the adductor brevis?
Obturator
What is the spinal segment for the adductor brevis?
L2 - L3, L4 / L2- L4
What is the action of the adductor longus?
Flexion / Adduction / IR
What is the nerve supply for the adductor longus?
Obturator
What is the spinal segment for the adductor longus?
L2 - L4
What is the action of the adductor Magnus?
Adduction / IR / Extension
What is the nerve supply for the adductor magnus?
Obturato / Sciatic
What is normal shoulder extension ROM
0-46
What is the action of the biceps femoris?
Hip extension / leg flexion / ER
What is the nerve supply for the biceps femoris?
Sciatic
What is the spinal segment for the biceps femoris?
L2 - L4
What is the action of the dorsal interossei?
Toe abduction / Toe flexion
What is the nerve supply for the dorsal interossei?
Tibial
What is the spinal segment for the dorsal interossei?
L5, S1-S2
What is the action of the Extensor digitorum brevis?
Toe extension
What is the nerve supply for the Extensor digitorum brevis?
Deep Fibular
What is the spinal segment for the extensor digitorum brevis?
S2 - S3
What is the action of the Extensor digitorum longus?
Dorsiflexion / Eversion / Toe Extension
What is the nerve supply for the Extensor digitorum longus?
Deep Fibular
What is the spinal segment for the extensor digitorum longus?
S1 - S2
What is the action of the Extensor hallucis longus?
Dorsiflexion / Inversion / Toe Extension
What is the nerve supply for the Extensor hallucis longus?
Deep Fibular
What is the spinal segment for the extensor hallucis longus?
L5, S1
What is the action of the flexor digiti minimi brevis?
Toe flexion
What is the nerve supply for the flexor digiti minimi brevis?
Tibial
What is the spinal segment for the flexor digiti minimi brevis?
L5, S1
What is the action of the Flexor digitorum brevis?
Toe Flexion
What is the nerve supply for the Flexor digitorum brevis?
Tibial
What is the spinal segment for the Flexor digitorum brevis?
S2 - S3
What is the action of the Flexor digitorum longus?
Plantarflexion / inversion / toe flexion
What is the nerve supply for the Flexor digitorum longus?
Tibial
What is the spinal segment for the Flexor digitorum longus?
S2 - S3
What is the action of the Flexor hallucis brevis?
Toe Flexion
What is the nerve supply for the Flexor hallucis brevis?
Tibial
What is the spinal segment for the Flexor halluscis brevis?
S2 - S3
What is the action of the Flexor hallucis longus?
Plantarflexion / inversion / toe flexion
What is the nerve supply for the Flexor hallucis longus?
Tibial
What is the spinal segment for the Flexor halluscis longus?
S2 - S3
What is the action of the gastrocnemius?
Plantarflexion / Knee flexion
What is the nerve supply for the gastrocnemius?
Tibial
What is the spinal segment for the gastrocnemius?
S1 - S2
What is the action of the gemellus inferior?
External Rotation
What is the nerve supply for the gemellus inferior?
Nerve to obturator internus
What is the spinal segment for the gemellus inferior?
L5, S1
What is the action of the gemellus superior?
External Rotation
What is the nerve supply for the gemellus superior?
Nerve to quadratus femoris
What is the spinal segment for the gemellus superior?
L5, S1
What is the action of the gluteus maximus?
Hip Extension / Abduction / ER
What is the nerve supply for the gluteus maximus?
Inferior gluteal
What is the spinal segment for the gluteus maximus?
L5, S1-S2
What is the action of the gluteus medius?
Abduction / IR
What is the nerve supply for the gluteus medius?
Superior Gluteal
What is the spinal segment for the gluteus medius?
L5, S1
What is the action of the gluteus minimus?

Abduction / IR

What is the nerve supply for the biceps femoris?

Sciatic

What is the spinal segment for the gluteus minimus?
L5, S1
What is the action of the gracilis?
Adduction / Flexion / IR
What is the nerve supply for the gracilis?
Oturator
What is the spinal segment for the gracilis?
L2 - L3
What is the action of the Iliacus?
Flexion
What is the nerve supply for the iliacus?
Femoral
What is the spinal segment for the iliacus?
L2 - L3
What is the action of the Obturator Externus?
External Rotation
What is the nerve supply for the obturator externus?
Obturator
What is the spinal segment for the obturator externus?
L3 - L4
What is the action of the Obturator Internus?
External Rotation
What is the nerve supply for the obturator internus?
Nerve to obturator internus
What is the spinal segment for the obturator internus?
L5, S1
What is the action of the pectineus?
Flexion / Adduction / IR
What is the nerve supply for the pectineus?
Femoral
What is the spinal segment for the pectineus?
L2 - L3
What is the action of Fibularis Brevis?
Plantarflexion / Eversion
What is the nerve supply for the fibularis brevis?
Superficial Fibular
What is the spinal segment for the fibularis brevis?
L5, S1 - S2
What is the action of Fibularis Longus?
Plantarflexion / Eversion
What is the nerve supply for the fibularis longus?
Superficial Fibular
What is the spinal segment for the fibularis longus?
L5, S1 - S2
What is the action of Fibularis Tertius?
Dorsiflexion / Eversion
What is the nerve supply for the fibularis tertius?
Deep Fibular
What is the spinal segment for the fibularis tertius?
L5, S1
What is the action of Piriformis?
External Rotation
What is the nerve supply for the piriformis?
Anterior Rami of S1 and S2
What is the spinal segment for the piriformis?
L5, S1 - S2
What is the action of plantaris?
Plantarflexion / knee flexion
What is the nerve supply for the plantaris?
Tibial
What is the spinal segment for the plantaris?
S1 - S2
What is the action of popliteus?
Knee flexion / Unlocks knee joint
What is the nerve supply for the popliteus?
Tibial
What is the spinal segment for the popliteus?
L4, L5, S1
What is the action of Psoas?
Flexion
What is the nerve supply for the psoas?
Anterior Rami of Lumbar nerves
What is the spinal segment for the psoas?
L1 - L3
What is the action of Quadratus Femoris?
External Rotation
What is the nerve supply for the quadratus femoris?
Nerve to the Quadratus femoris
What is the spinal segment for the quadratus femoris?
L5, S1
What is the action of RectusFemoris?
Hip Flexion / Knee Extension
What is the nerve supply for the rectus femoris?
Femoral
What is the spinal segment for the rectus femoris?
L2 - L4
What is the action of Sartorius?
Flexion / Abduction / ER
What is the nerve supply for the sartorius?
Femoral
What is the spinal segment for the sartorius?

L2 - L3

What is the spinal segment for the gluteus minimus?
L5, S2
What is the nerve supply for the semimembranosus?
Sciatic
What is the spinal segment for the semimembranosus?
L5, S1 - S2
What is the action of semitendinosus?
Hip Extension / Leg Flexion / IR
What is the nerve supply for the semitendinosus?
Sciatic
What is the spinal segment for the semitendinosus?
L5, S1 - S2
What is the action of soleus?
Plantarflexion
What is the nerve supply for the soleus?
Tibial
What is the spinal segment for the soleus?
S1 - S2
What is the action of Tensor Fascia Latae?
Abduction / IR / Knee Extension / Knee Flexion
What is the nerve supply for the Tensor Fascia Latae?
Superior Gluteal
What is the spinal segment for the Tensor Fascia Latae?
L4 - L5
What is the action of Tibialis anterior?
Dorsiflexion / Inversion
What is the nerve supply for the tibialis anterior?
Deep Fibular
What is the spinal segment for the tibialis anterior?
L4 - L5
What is the action of Tibialis posterior?
Plantarflexion / Inversion
What is the nerve supply for the tibialis posterior?
Tibial
What is the spinal segment for the tibialis posterior?
L4 - L5
What is the action of vastus intermedius?
Knee Extension
What is the nerve supply for the vastus intermedius?
Femoral
What is the spinal segment for the vastus intermedius?
L2, L3, L4
What is the action of vastus lateralis?
Knee Extension
What is the nerve supply for the vastus lateralis?
Femoral
What is the spinal segment for the vastus lateralis?
L2, L3, L4
What is the action of vastus medialis?
Knee Extension
What is the nerve supply for the vastus medialis?
Femoral
What is the spinal segment for the vastus medialis?
L2, L3, L4
What are the prime hip flexors?
Iliacus, psoas major, tensor fasia latae
What is normal hip flexion ROM?
110-120
What are the prime hip extensors?
Gluteus maximus, hamstrings
What is normal hip extension ROM?
10/15/2015
What are the prime hip abductors?
Gluteus medius, gluteus minimus
What is normal hip abduction ROM?
30-50
What are the prime hip adductors?
Adductor longus, adductor magnus, adductor brevis
What is normal hip adduction ROM?
30
What are the prime hip IRs?
TFL, Gluteus medius, gluteus minimus
What is normal hip IR ROM?
30-40
What are the prime hip ERs?
Obturator internus, gemelli, quadratus femoris
What is normal hip ER ROM?
40-60
What are the prime knee flexors?
Semimembranosus, Semitendinosus, Biceps Femoris
What is normal knee flexion ROM?
125-135
What are the prime knee extensors?
Quadriceps femoris
What is normal knee extension ROM?
5/10/2015
What are the prime Tibial IRs?
Popliteus, semimembranosus, semitendinosus
What is normal tibial IR ROM?
20-30
What are the prime Tibial ERs?
Biceps Femoris
What is normal tibial ER ROM?
30-40
What are the prime ankle plantarflexors?
Gastrocnemius, soleus
What is the nerve supply for the semimembranosus?
Sciatic
What are the prime ankle dorsiflexors?
Tibialis anterior, extensor digitorum longus
What is normal ankle dorsiflexion ROM?
20
What are the prime ankle Evertors?
Fibularis longus, fibularis brevis
What is normal ankle eversion ROM?
10
What are the prime forefoot Evertors?
Fibularis longus, fibularis brevis
What is normal forefoot eversion ROM?
25
What are the prime ankle invertors?
Tibials anterior, tibialis posterior
What is normal ankle inversion ROM?
20
T1 MRI is better used in defining anatomy or pathology?
Anatomy
T2 MRI is better used in defining anatomy or pathology?
Pathology
What are function MRIs used for?
Metabolic changes in the brain
What are the prime forefoot invertors?
Tibialis anterior, tibialis posterior
What is normal forefoot inversion ROM?
25
What are the prime forefoot abductors?
Fibularis longus, fibularis brevis, fibularis tertius
What is normal forefoot abduction ROM?
15
What are the prime forefoot adductors?
Tibialis anterior, tibialis posterior, extensor hallucis
What is normal forefoot adduction?
30
What muscle is tested at C4?
Upper Trapezius
What motor function is tested at C4?
Shoulder shrug
What sensory function is tested at C4?
Upper trap, lower neck
What muscle is tested at C5?
Deltoid, Biceps
What motor function is tested at C5?
Shoulder abduction, elbow flexion
What reflex is tested at C5?
Biceps Tendon
What sensory function is tested at C5?
Deltoid area
What muscle is tested at C6?
Wrist extension, biceps
What motor function is tested at C6?
Wrist extension, elbow flexion
What reflex is tested at C6?
Brachioradialis tendon
What sensory function is tested at C6?
Radial border of the hand
What muscle is tested at C7?
Wrist flexors, triceps
What motor function is tested at C7?
Wrist flexion, elbow extension
What reflex is tested at C7?
Triceps tendon
What sensory function is tested at C7?
Index, middle and ring finger
What are the advantages of CT scans?
Fast, high quality imaging of bone, soft tissue and blood vessels simulataneously
What is a disadvantage of CT scans?
Large amounts of ionizing radiation
What muscle is tested at C8?
Thenar muscles
What motor function is tested at C8?
Thumb extension
What sensory function is tested at C8?
Ulnar border of the hand
What muscle is tested at T1?
Interossei
What motor function is tested at T1?
Abduction and adduction of the fingers
What sensory function is tested at T1?
Medial arm
What muscle is tested at L2?
Ilipsoas
What motor function is tested at L2?
Hip flexion
What sensory function is tested at L2?
Anterolateral thigh
What muscle is tested at L3?
Ilipsoas, quadriceps
What motor function is tested at L3?
Hip flexion, knee extension
What reflex is tested at L3?
Patellar Tendon
What sensory function is tested at L3?
Anteromedial and distal thigh
What muscle is tested at L4?
Tibialis anterior
What are the prime ankle dorsiflexors?
Tibialis anterior, extensor digitorum longus
What reflex is tested at L4?
Patellar Tendon
What sensory function is tested at L4?
Medial calf and ankle
What muscle is tested at L5?
Extensor hallucis longus
What motor function is tested at L5?
Toe extension
What sensory function is tested at L5?
Lateral leg, anterior shin, foot
What muscles is tested at S1?
Fibularis longus / fibularis brevis
What motor function is tested at S1?
Plantar flexion / eversion
What reflex is tested at S1?
Achilles Tendon
What sensory function is tested at S1?
Lateral ankle and foot
What muscle is tested at S2?
Hamstrings
What motor function is tested at S2?
Knee flexion
What sensory function is tested at S2?
Medial posterior thigh
How much of the gait cycle is stance phase?
60%
What is another name for Initial Contact in the gait cycle?
Heel strike
What is another name for Loading Response in the gait cycle?
Foot Flat
What is another name for Terminal Stance in the gait cycle?
Heel Off
What is another name for Preswing in the gait cycle?
Toe off
What is another name for Initial Swing in the gait cycle?
Acceleration
What is another name for Midswing in the gait cycle?
Midswing
What is another name for terminal swing in the gait cycle?
Decleration
How is step length measured?
Heel strike to heel strike
How is stride length measured?
Heel strike to heel strike of same extremity
What structure seperates the temporal lobe from the frontal and parietal lobes?
Lateral central fissure
What structure seperates the two cerebral hemispheres?
Longitudinal Fissure
What structure seperates the frontal lobe from the parietal lobe?
Central sulcus
What are the 6 cerebral lobes?
Frontal, parietal, temporal, occipital, insular, limbic
What lobe is the precentral gyrus located in?
Frontal
What is located in the precentral gyrus?
Primary motor cortex for voluntary muscle activation
What lobe is the prefrontal cortex located in?
Frontal
What is the function of the prefrontal cortex?
Controls emotions and judgements
What lobe is Broca's area located in?
Frontal
What is the function of Broca's Area>
Controls motor aspects of speech
What muscles position the foot for loading response?
Tibialis anterior and long toe extensors
What muscles make up the pretibial muscles?
Tibialis anterior and long toe extensors
What muscle contracts in preparation for loading response?
Quadriceps
What lobe is the postcentral gyrus located in?
Parietal
What is the function of the postcentral gyrus?
Primary sensory cortex
What lobe is the primary auditory cortex located in?
Temporal
What lobe is Wernicke's Area located in?
Temporal
What is the function of Wernicke's Area?
Language Comprehension
What is the role of the hamstrings during intial contact?
Counteract the brief extension torque
What is the role of the pretibial muscles during loading response?
Contract eccentrically to control plantarflexion torque
What is the role of the quadriceps during loading response?
Contract eccentrically to meet torque demands and absorb shock
What lobe is the primary visual cortex located in?
Occipital
What lobe is the visual association cortex located in?
Occipital
Where is the insula located?
Deep within lateral sulcus
What is the function of the insula?
Associated with visceral functions
What structures make up the limbic system?
Cingulate gyrus, parahippocampal gyurs, subcallosal gyrus, hippocampal formation, amygdaloid nucleus, hypothalamus and anterior nucleus of thalamus
Which structures help to counteract the flexion torque during loading response?
Lower fibers of gluteus maximus, adductor magnus and hamstrings
What reflex is tested at L4?
Patellar Tendon
What function do the soleus and gastrocnemius have during midstance?
They contract to control forward progression of the tibia
What is the function of the limbic system?
Concerned with instincts and emotions contributing to preservation of the individual
What is the function of the transverse fibers in the brain?
Connecting the two hemispheres
What are 3 structures that make up the transverse fibers in the brain?
Corpus callosum, anterior commissure, hippocampal commissure
What is the function of the projection fibers in the brain?
connect cerebral hemisphers with other portions of the brain and spinal cord
What muscle group helps to stabilize the pelvis during midstance?
Hip abductor group
What is the function of the calf muscles during terminal stance?
Prevent forward tibial collapse and allow the heel to rise
What is the function of the rectus femoris during preswing?
Restrains rapid passive knee flexion
What is the function of association fibers in the brain?
connect different portions of the cerebral hemisphere allowing cortex to function as an integrated whole
What structures make up the Basal Ganglia?
Caudate Nucleus, nucleus accumbens, putamen, globus pallidus, subthalamic nucleus and substantia nigra
What is the function of the basal ganglia?
Forms an associated motor system with other nuclei in the subthalamus and midbrain
What is the path of the Oculomotor circuit?
Originates in the frtonal and supplementary motor eye fields and projects to caudate
What is the function of the oculomotor circuit?
Saccadic eye movements
What is the path of the Motor Loop?
Originates in precentral motor and postcentral somatosensory areas, projects to putamen neurons
What is the function of the motor loop?
Scale amplitude and velocity of movements, reinforces slected pattern and suppresses conflicting patterns
What allows the femur to fall forward during Preswing?
Momentum along with adductor longus and rectur femoris
What is the function of the pretibial muscles during intial swing?
Initiate dorsiflexion
What is the path of the limbic circuit?
Originates in prefrontal and limbic areas or cortex to basal ganglia to prefrontal cortex
What is the function of the limbic circuit?
Functions to organize behaviors and for procedural learning
What is the function of the sensory nuclei of the thalamus?
Integrate and relay sensory information from body, face, retina, cochlea, and taste receptors to cerebral cortex and subcortical regions, except for smell
What is the function of the motor nuclei of the thalamus?
Relay motor information from cerebellum and globus pallidus to precentral motor cortex
What is the function of the subthalamus?
Involved in control of several functional pathways for sensory, motor and reticular function
What is the function of the short head of biceps femoris during midswing?
Control rate of knee extension
What is the function of the hypothalamus?
Integrates and controls the functions of the autonomic nervous system and neuroendocrine system
What is the function of the habenular nuclei in the epithalamus?
Integrate olfactory, visceral and somatic afferent pathways
What is the function of the pineal gland?
Secretes hormones that influence the pituitary gland and several other organs and influences circadian rhythm?
What is the function of the quadriceps during terminal swing?
Contracts to ensure full knee extension
What is the function of the hamstrings during terminal swing?
Contract eccentrically to decelerate leg
What is the function of the back extensors and abdominals during gait?
Stabilize the trunk in the saggital, horizontal and frontal planes
What causes arm swing during gait?
The trunk rotates approximately 5 degrees
What is another name for the midbrain?
Mesencephalon
What structures travel through the red nucleus?
Fibers from the cerebellum
What function does the substantia nigra perform?
Motor control and muscle tone
What is the function of the superior colliculus?
Relay station for vision and vision reflexes
What is the function of the inferior colliculus?
Relay station for hearing and auditory reflexes
What is the function of the periaqueductul gray?
Produce endorphins and contains descending autonomic tracts
What is the function of the trunk extensors and rotators during foot flat?
Counteract flexion torque
What structures does the pons connet?
Medulla oblangata to the midbrain
What function does the Midline Raphe Nuclei perform?
Important for modulating pain and controlling arousal
What Cranial nerve nuclei are found in the Tegmentum?
Abducens, trigeminal, facial, vestibulochochlear
What structures does the medulla oblangata connet?
Spinal cord with the pons
How much does the pelvis rotate during gait?
4 degrees
When does the high point of pelvic tilt occur?
Midstance
When does the low point of pelvic tilt occur?
Early stance
What spinal column tracts cross in the medulla oblangata to form medial lemniscus?
Gracilis and cuneatus
In which part of the medulla oblangata do the corticospinal tracts decussate?
Pyramids
Which cranial nerve nuclei are found in the medulla oblangata?
Hypoglossal, dorsal nucleus of vagus and vestibulocochlear
How is the cerebellum attached to the brainstem?
By three peduncles (superior, middle, inferior)
What is another name for the archicerebellum?
Flocculonodular lobe
What is the function of the archicerebellum?
Connects with vestibular system and is concerned with equilibrium and regulation of muscle tone, also helps coordinate the vestibuloocular reflex
What function do the soleus and gastrocnemius have during midstance?
They contract to control forward progression of the tibia
What is the function of the Neocerebellum?
Smooth coordination of voluntary movements ensures accurate force, direction and extent of movement. Important for motor learning, sequencing of movements and visually triggered movements. May have a roll in cognitive functioning and mental imagery
What do the anterior horns of the spinal cord contain>
Cell bodies that give rise to efferent (motor) neurons
What do the posterior horns of the spinal cord contain?
Cell bodies that give rise to afferent (sensory) neurons
What sections of the spinal cord have lateral horns?
Thoracic and upper lumbar
What are the two sections of white matter in the spinal cord?
Anterior and Posterior Columns
What fibers does the dorsal column/medial lemniscal column convey?
Proprioception, vibration, tactile discrimination
What tracts does the fasciculus cuneatus convey?
UE tracts
What tracts does the fasciculus gracilis convey?
LE tracts
Is the fasciculus cuneatus medial or lateral?
lateral
Is the fasciculus gracilis medial or lateral?
Medial
What is the path of the dorsal column?
Up the spinal cord to the medulla where they decussate to form medial lemniscus and ascend to the thalamus and then to the somatosensory cortex
What fibers does the spinothalamic tract convey?
Pain and temperature (lateral spinothalamic) and crude touch (anterior spinothalamic)
How many spinal cord segments does the spinothalamic move up before crossing over?
1/2/2015
What fibers does the spinocerebellar tract convey?
Proprioception, golgi tendon organs, pressure
What is the normal ankle motion from heel strike to foot flat?
0-15 degrees PF
What muscle groups are working from heel strike to foot flat?
Pretibial eccentrically to control PF
Muscle weakness in the pretibial muscles during heel strike to foot flat would cause what?
Foot slap
What is a possible compensation for foot slap during heel strike to foot flat?
Foot placed flat or with toes at initial contact
What is the normal ankle motion from foot flat through midstance?
15 PF to 10 DF
What muscle groups are working from foot flat through midstance?
Gastroc / Soleus eccentrically to conrol DF
What would weakness in the gastro/soleus from foot flat through midstance cause?
Uncontrolled tibial advance
What is a possible compensation for uncontrolled tibial advance from foot flat through midstance?
Ankle may be maintained in PF
What is the path of the corticospinal tract?
Arise from primary motor cortex, descends in brainstem, decussates in the medulla to the ventral gray matter in the anterior horn
What is the path of the vestibulopsinal tract?
Arise from vestibular nucleus and descend to spinal cord
What function does the vestibulospinal tract do?
Important for control of muscle tone, antigravity muscles and postural reflexes
What is the path of the rubrospinal tract?
Arise in contrlateral red nucleus and descend in lateral white columns to spinal gray
What function does the rubrospinal tract have?
Assist in motor function
What is the normal ankle motion from midstance through heel off?
10-15 DF
What muscle groups are active from midstance through heel off?
Gastroc / Soleus eccentrically to conrol DF
What is the result of gastroc / soleus weakenss from midstance through heel off?
Uncontrolled tibial advance
What is a possible compensation for uncontrolled tibial advance from midstance through heel off?
Ankle may be maintained in PF
What is the normal ankle motion from heel off to toe off?
15 DF to 20 PF
What muscle groups are active from heel off to toe off?
Gastroc / Soleus / Fibularis Longus / Fibularis Brevis / Flexor Hallucis Longus for PF
What is the result of weak gastroc / soleus mucles from heel off to toe off?
No off off, decreased contralateral step
What is a possible compensation for No roll off from heel off to toe off?
Whole foot is lifted from the ground
What is the normal ankle motion from Acceleration to midswing?
Dorsiflexion to neutral
What muscle groups are active from acceleration to midswing?
Dorsiflexors bring foot back to neutral and prevent toe drag
What is the result of weak dorsiflexors from acceleration midswing?
Foot drop / Toe drag
What is a possible compensation for foot drop / Toe drag from acceleration through midswing?
Increased hip and/or knee flexion, hip hike on the contralateral side, or hip circumduction
What is the normal knee motion from heel strike to foot flat?
Flexion 0-15
What muscles are active in the knee from heel strike to foot flat?
Quads contract to hold knee in extension, then eccentric to control flexion
What is the result of weak quads from heel strike to foot flat?
Excessive knee flexion
What is a possible compensation for excessive knee flexion from heel strike to foot flat?
Plantarflexion at ankle so that foot flat occurs instead of heel strike
What is the normal knee motion from foot flat through midstance?
Extension 15-5
What muscles are active in the knee from foot flat through midstance?
Quads contract in early part
What is the result of weak quads from foot flat through midstance?
Excessive knee flexion
What is a possible compensation for excessive knee flexion from foot flat through midstance?
Plantarflexion at ankle
What is the normal knee motion from Midstance to heel off?
5 flexion to neutral
What muscles are active in the knee from midstance to heel off?
None
What section of the spinal cord houses the sympathetic nervous system?
T1-L2
What reactions to stimulus does the sympathetic nervous system produce?
Fight or flight, Increase HR, increase BP, Constricts peipheral blood vessels and redistributes blood, inhibits peristalsis

What is the function of the Neocerebellum?

Smooth coordination of voluntary movements ensures accurate force, direction and extent of movement. Important for motor learning, sequencing of movements and visually triggered movements. May have a roll in cognitive functioning and mental imagery
What muscles are active in the knee from heel off to toe off?
Quads to control knee flexion
What is the normal knee motion from acceleration through midswing?
40-60 flexion
What muscles are active in the knee from acceleration through midswing?
Hamstrings create flexion
What is the result of hamstring weakness from acceleration through midswing?
Inadequate knee flexion
What is a possible compensation for inadequate knee flexion from acceleration through midswing?
Increased hip flexion, circumduction or hiking
What is normal knee motion from midswing through deceleration?
60 flexion to 0 flexion
What muscles are active in the knee from midswing through deceleration?
Quads contract to stabilize knee
What is the result of quad weakness from midswing through deceleration?
Inadequate knee extension
What is the normal hip motion from heel strike to foot flat?
30 flexion
What muscles are active in the hip from heel strike to foot flat?
Erector spinae, gluteus maximus, hamstrings
What is the result of Erector spinae, glut max or HS weakness from heel strike to foot flat?
Excessive hip flexion and anterior pelvic tilt
What is the possible compensation for excessive hip flexion and anterior pelvic tilt from heel strike through foot flat?
Trunk leans backward to prevent hip flexion
What is normal hip motion from foot flat through midstance?
30 flexion to neutral
What muscles in the hip are active from foot flat through midstance?
Gluteus maximus opposes flexion of femur
What is the result of weak glut max from foot flat through midstance?
Excessive hip flexion and anterior pelvic tilt
What is a possible compensation for excessive hip flexion and anterior pelvic tilt from foot flat through midstance?
Trunk leans backward to prevent hip flexion
What is the normal hip motion from heel off to toe off?
10 hyperextension to neutral
What muscles in the hip are active from heel off to toe off?
Iliopsoas, adductor magnus, adductor longus
What part of the spinal cord is the parasympathetic nervous system found?
Cranial and pelvic nerves
What is the purpose of the parasympathetic nervous system?
Rest and digest, decrease HR, decrease BP, increase peristalsis
What are the 5 parasympathetic plexuses?
Cardiac, pulmonary, celiac, hypogastric, pelvic
What is the normal hip motion from acceleration through midswing?
20 - 30 flexion
What muscles in the hip are active from acceleration through midswing?
Hip flexors initiate swing
What is the result of weak hip flexors from acceleration through midswing?
Diminished hip flexion, can't initiate forward movement
What is a possible compensation for inadequate hip flexion from acceleration through midswing?
Circumduction and/or hip hiking to move leg forward
What is normal hip motion from midswing through deceleration?
30 flexion to neutral
What muscles in the hip are active from midswing through deceleration?
Hamstrings
What is the result of weak hamstrings from midswing through deceleration?
Lack of control of swinging leg
What is a possible cause of foot slap?
Flaccid or weak dorsiflexors
What should you look for if you notice foot slap?
low muscle tone at ankle, steppage gait in swing phase
What is a possible cause of foes first during initial contact?
Leg length discrepancy, contracted achilles, flaccidity of dorsiflexors, painful heel
What should you look for if you notice toes first during initial contact?
Leg length discrepancy, hip and/or knee flexion contracture, muscle tone of plantarflexors, pain in heel
What is a possible cause of foot flat during initial contact?
Excessive dorsiflexion, proprioceptive walking
What should you look for if you notice foot flat during intial contact?
ROM at ankle, hyperextension of knee
What is a possible cause of excessive positional plantarflexion during midstance?
No eccentric PF, rupture or contracture of achilles tendon
What should you look for if you notice excessive positional plantarflexion during midstance?
spasitc or weak quads, hyperextension of knee or hip, backward or forward leaning trunk, weakness or rupture of achilles tendon
What is a possible cause of heel lift in midstance?
Spasticity of PF
What should you look for if you notice heel lift in midstance?
Spasticity of PF, quadriceps, hip flexors and adductors
What is the order of the meningeal layers?
Dura Mater - Arachnoid - Subarachnoid Space - Pia mater
Where is CSF found?
Subarachnoid space
How many ventricles in the brain are there?
4
What is a possible cause of Excessive positional dorsiflexion during midstance?
Inability of PF to control tibia, knee or hip flexion contractures
What should you look for if you notice excessive positional DF during midstance?
Test ankle muscles, knee and hip flexors and trunk position
What is a possible cause of toe clawing?
Plantar grasp reflex not full integrated, positive supporting reflex, spastic toe flexors
What should you look for if you notice toe clawing during midstance?
Check plantar grasp reflex, positive supporting reflex and ROM of toes
What is a possible cause of no roll off during push off?
Mechanical fixation of ankle, flaccidity of PF/invertors/toe flexors, rigidity of PF and DF, pain in forefoot
What should you look for if you notice no roll of during push off?
ROM at ankle and foot, muscle function at ankle
What is a possible cause of toe drag during swing?
Weakness of DF and/or toe extensors, spasticity of PF, inadequate knee or hip flexion
What should you look for if you notice toe drag during swing?
Ankle, hip, knee ROM, strength at hip, knee and ankle
What is a possible cause of varus during swing?
Spasticity of invertors, weakness of DF / evertors
What should you look for if you notice varus during swing?
Muscle tone of invertors and PF, DF and evertor strength
What is a possible cause of Excessive knee flexion during intitial contact?
Painful knee, spasticity of knee flexors, weak quads, short leg on contralateral side
What muscles are active in the knee from heel off to toe off?

Quads to control knee flexion

What is a possible cause of knee hyperextension during midstance?
Weak quads, spasticity of quads, accomodation to a fixed PF deformity
What is a possible cause of excessive knee flexion during push off?
Pelvis COG too far forward, rigid trunk, knee/hip flexion contraction, flexion withdrawal reflex,
What is a possible cause of excessive knee flexion during acceleration through midswing?
Diminished preswing knee flexion, reflex issues
What is a possible cause of limited knee flexion during acceleration through midswing?
Pain in knee, diminished ROM of knee, extensor spasticity
What is a possible cause of excessive hip flexion from heel strike to foot flat?
Hip and/or knee flexion contracture, knee flexion caused by weak soleus and quads, hypertonicity of hip flexors
What is a possible cause of limited hip flexion from heel strike to foot flat?
Weakness of hip flexors, limited ROM of hip, glut max weakness
What is a possible cause of limited hip extension from foot flat to midstance?
Hip flexion contracture/spasticity
What do the common carotid arteries branch into?
Internal carotid - anterior and middle cerebral arteries
What is the pathway of the vertebrobasilar artery system?
Subclavian arteries - vertebral arteries - unite to form basilar artery - bifurcates into posterior cerebral arteries
What parts of the brain does the vertebrobasilar system supply?
Brainstem, cerebellum, occipital lobe and parts of the thalamus
What is the circle of willis composed of?
Anterior communicating artery connecting two anterior cerebral arteries and the posterior communicating artery and also connects the posterior and middle cerebral artery
What is apossible cause of hip IR during from foot flat to midstance?
Spasticity of IRs, weakness of ERs, excessive forward rotation of pelvis
What is a possible cause of hip ER from foot flat to midstance?
Excessive backard rotation of opposite pelvis
What is a possible cause of hip abduction from foot flat to midstance?
Contracture of glut med, trunk lateral lean over the ipsilateral hip
What is a possible cause of hip circumduction during swing?
Compensation for weak hip flexors or knee flexors
What is a possible cause of hip hiking during swing?
Lack of knee flexion and/or ankle DF,
What is a possible cause of excessive hip flexion during swing?
Presence of foot drop
What is a possible cause of Lateral trunk lean during stance?
Weak glut med, painful hip
What is a possible cause of Backward trunk lean during stance?
Weak glut max, anteriorly rotated pelvis
What is a possible cause of Forward trunk lean during stance?
Weak quads, hip and knee flexion contracture
What precaution must a PT have in dealing with a patient on Dialysis?
Hemhorraging from anticoagulant medication
When is the best time to treat a patient on dialysis?
On non-dialysis days, or right before dialysis treatment
What is the resting membrane potential inside a neuron?
-70 mV
Which ion comes into the cell during an action potential?
Na+
Which ion leaves the cell during an action potential?
K+
What is the description of type A nerve fibers?
Large, Myelinated, fast-conducting
What are the 4 types of A nerve fibers?
Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta
What are Alpha nerve fibers responsible for?
Proprioception, Somatic Motor
What are Beta nerve fibers responsible for?
Touch, Pressure
What are Gamma nerve fibers responsible for?
motor to muscle spindles
What are Delta nerve fibers responsible for?
Pain, temperature, touch
What is the description of type B nerve fibers?
Small, myelinated, conduct less rapidly
What are B fibers responsible for?
Preganglionic autonomic
What is the description of type C nerve fibers?
Smallest, unmyelinated, slowest conducting
C fibers in the dorsal root are responsible for what?
Pain, reflex responses
C fibers in the sympathetic nervous system are responsible for what?
Postganglionic sympathetics
Where do cranial motor nerves originate?
Motor Nuclei
Where do spinal motor nerves originate?
Anterior Horn Cells
Where do cranial nerve sensory nerves originate?
Sensory ganglia
Where do spinal nerve sensory nerves originate?
Dorsal root ganglia
What are 2 examples of common airborn pathogens?
TB and Measles
What type of nerve fibers are located in the ventral nerve root?
Motor fibers to voluntary muscles and to viscera, glands and smooth muscle
What type of nerve fibers are located in the dorsal nerve root?
Afferet fibers from sensory receptors in skin, joints and muscles
What are 2 examples of common contact spread pathogens?
HIV and Hep B
What structures does the anterior ramus supply innervation to?
Muscles and skin of the anterolateral body wall and limbs
What structures does the posterior ramus supply innervation to?
Muscles and skin of the back
The anterior rami merge at various locations to form what structures?
Plexuses
What spinal sections merge to form the cervical plexus?
C1 - C4
What spinal sections merge to form the brachial plexus?
C5 - T1
What is the general makeup of the brachial plexus?
Nerve roots - Anterior/posterior divisions - Lateral/Posterior/Medial Cords - Peripheral Nerves
What is the major treatment for AIDS?
Use of Protease inhibitors in combination with other drugs
What spinal sections merge to form the lumbar plexus?
T12 - L4
What spinal sections merge to form the sacral plexus?

L4 - S3

What is a possible cause of knee hyperextension during midstance?

Weak quads, spasticity of quads, accomodation to a fixed PF deformity
How do you test sense of smell?
Non-irritating odors
What cranial nerve is responsible for vision?
Optic (II)
What cranial nerve is responsible for pupilarry reflexes?
Optic and Occulomotor (II and III)
How do you test pupillary reflexes?
Shine light into eyes and look for pupil constriction
What cranial nerves are responsible for extraocular movements?
Oculomotor, Trochlear and Abducens (I, IV, VI)
What cranial nerve is responsible for turning the eye up, down and in?
Trochlear (IV)
What cranial nerve is responsible for elevating the eyelids?
Trochlear (IV)
What cranial nerve is responsible for turning the adducted eye down?
Trochlear (IV)
What cranial nerve is responsible for turning the eyes out?
Abducens (VI)
What cranial nerve is responsible for sensation of the face?
Trigeminal (V)
What cranial nerve is responsible for corneal sensation?
Trigeminal (V)
What cranial nerve is responsible for temporal and masseter muscle innervation?
Trigeminal (V)
What cranial nerve is responsible for facial expression?
Facial (VII)
What cranial nerve is responsible for Vestibular function?
Vestibulocochlear (VIII)
What cranial nerve is responsible for Vestibular Ocular Reflex?
Vestibulocochlear (VIII)
What cranial nerve is responsible for cochlear function?
Vestibulocochlear (VIII)
What does the Homan's Sign test for>
DVT
What is the normal treatment for DVT?
Hospitilization, foot elevated 6 inches, anticoagulant therapy
What cranial nerve is responsible for phonation?
Glossopharyngeal (IX) and Vagus (X)
What cranial nerves are responsible for swallowing?
Glossopharyngeal (IX) and Vagus (X)
What cranial nerves are responsible for palatal and pharynx control?
Glossopharyngeal (IX) and Vagus (X)
What cranial nerves are responsible for the gag reflex?
Glossopharyngeal (IX) and Vagus (X)
What cranial nerve is responsible for innervation of the trapezius?
Spinal Accessory (XI)
What cranial nerve is responsible for innervation of the SCM?
Spinal Accessory (XI)
What cranial nerve is responsible for tongue movements?
Hypoglossal (XII)
What are common symptoms or complications of Hemophilia?
Hemarthrosis, joint contractures, muscle weakness, decreased aerobic-fitness, posture scoliosis and gait deviations
What are common treatments for hemophilia?
Blood transfusions, medications for pain, rest, ice and elevation during acute bleeding episodes. Exercise and conditioning during subacute and chronic stages.
What is the differential diagnose for hepatitis?
Elevated values of hepatic transaminases and bilirubin
What is the common treatment for hepatitis?
IV fluids, analgesics, interferon and vaccines
What is the path of the stretch reflex?
Afferent Ia fiber from muscle spindle to alpha motor neurons projecting back to muscle of origin (monosynaptic)
What is the function of the stretch reflex?
Maintenance of muscle tone, support aganoist muscle contraction and provide feedback about muscle length
What is reciprocal inhibition?
The stretch reflex inhibits the antagonist muscle from contracting
What area of the body does Herpes zoster affect?
Dorsal root ganglia
What is a common treatment for Herpes Zoster?
Corticosteroids
What is the path of the Inverse stretch reflex?
Afferent Ib fiber from golgi tendon organ via inhibitory interneuron to muscle of origin (polysynaptic)
What is the function of the inverse stretch reflex?
Provide agonist inhibition, diminution of force of agonist contraction, stretch-protection reflex
What is the function of the Gamma reflex loop?
Allows muscle tension to come under control of descending pathways
What is the pathway of the Gamma reflex loop?
Descending pathways excite gamma motor neurons, causing contraction of muscle spindle, and in turn increase stretch sensitivity and increased rate of firing from spindle afferentss; impulses are then conveyed to alpha motor neurons
What is the pathway of the Flexor (withdrawal) reflex?
Cutaneous receptors via interneurons to largely flexor muscles
What is the function of the flexor (withdrawal) reflex?
Protective reflex, withdrawing the body from potential harmful stimuli
What is the pathway of the Crossed extension reflex?
cutaneous and muscle receptors diverging to many spinal cord motor neurons on same and opposite side
What is the function of the Crossed extension reflex?
Coordinates reciprocal limb activities such as gait
What is the differential diagnose for lyme disease?
Early: Bulls eye round rash and flu like symptoms. Later: arthritis, neuritis, ataxia or meningitis
What is a common treatment for psoriasis?
UV light
What condition is characterized by a chronic, diffuse disease of connective tissues causing fibrosis of the skin, joints, blood vessels, and internal organs
Scleroderma
What type of patient should possiblty avoid isometric contractions and why?
Cardiac, due to sharp rise in blood pressure possibility
What is an isotonic contraction?
Same resistance throughout ROM, but at different speeds
A score of 1-8 on the glasgow coma scale indicates what?
Severe brain injury
A score of 9-12 on the glasgow coma scale indicates what?
Moderate brain injury
A score of 13-15 on the glasgow coma scale indicates what?
Minor brain injury
What is the target heart rate?
220-age x 70%
What is Karvonene's Formula?
THR = (Max HR - RHR) x % of desired intensity + RHR
Intense aquatic exercise should occur in what temperature of water?
81-83 degrees
Rehab type exercises in the water should occur at what temperautre?
91-93 degrees
How do you test sense of smell?

Non-irritating odors

What condition is characterized by a central language disorder in which speech is typically awkward, restricted, interuppted and produced with effort
Nonfluent Aphasia
What heart vital signs will change during aquatic exercise>
Stroke Volume and Cardiac Output will increase, HR will remain the same or slightly decrease
What condition is characterized as an impairment of speech production resulting from damage to the central or peripheral nervous system; causes weakness, paralysis or incoordination of the motor-speech psystem?
Dysarthria
What are 2 types of fluent aphasia?
Wernicke's aphasia and receptive aphasia
What condition is characterized as a central language disorder in which spontaneous speech is preserved and flows smoothly, while auditory comprehension is impaired?
Fluent Aphasia
What condition is a result of a lesion in the posterior first temporal gyrus of the left hemisphere?
Fluent Aphasia
How many sessions per week of aerobic exercise is needed to effect change?
3-5, at least 3
What is the recommended amount of aerobic exercise in an aquatic area?
At least 20 minutes
What is a Cheyne-Stokes respiration?
A period of apnea lasting 10-60 seconds followed by gradually increasing depth and frequency of respirations
What injuries will usually produce Cheyne-Stokes respirations?
Depression of frontal lobe or diencephalong dysfunction
What will dysfunction of lower midbrain and pons produce?
Hyperventilation
What is apneustic breathing?
Abnormal respiration marked by prolonged inspiration
What injury will usually produce apneustic breathing?
Damage to hypothalamus or brainstem
What are the signs that an obese individual is exercising at the correct intensity?
They are able to talk while they exercise and do not have muscle ache following
What is the Kernig's Test?
Patient is positioned in supine, flexed hip and knee fully to chest and then extend knee
What is a positive Kernig's Test?
Causes pain and increased resistance to extending the knee due to spasm of hamstring bilaterally
What does a positive Kernig's Test indicate?
Meningeal irritation
What is Brudzinski's Test?
Patient is positioned in supine, flex neck to chest
What is a positive Brudzinski's Sign?
Causes flexion of hips and knees
What does a positive Brudzinki's Sign indicate?
Meningeal irritation
An increase of creatinine in blood and urine indicates what?
Kidney Disease
What is protein in the urine called?
Proteinuria
What can proteinuria indicate?
Renal Disorder
True/False: Sometimes proteinuria is found in marathon or heavy joggers and is usually bening?
TRUE
What is one blood tracer that is elevated in MS patients?
Gamma Globulin
What is normal values for hematocrit?
35-55%
Vomiting can be secondary to irritation of which cranial nerve?
Vagus (X)
What is bioavailability?
The percentage of the medicaiton that reaches the systemic circulation
What property of a drug makes it easier to absorb in the GI tract?
Lipid Soluble
What is anosognosia?
Severe denial of severity of condition
What is a prodrug?
A drug that is inactive when delivered, until it is altered into its active form in the liver
What is agnosia?
Inability to recognize familiar objects
What is apraxia?
Inability to perform learned movements in the absence of loss of sensation, strength, coordination, attention or comprehension
What is ideomotor apraxia?
Patient cannot perform the task on command, but can do the task when left on own
What is ideational apraxia?
Patient cannot perform the task at all, either on command or on own
What is a 0 on the Modified Ashworth scale indicative of?
No increase in muscle tone
What is a 1 on the Modified Ashworth scale indicative of?
slight increase in muscle tone, minimal resistance at end of ROM
What is a 1+ on the Modified Ashworth scale indicative of?
Slight increase in muscle tone, minimal resistance through less than half of ROM
What is a 2 on the Modified Ashworth scale indicative of?
More marked increase in muscle tone, through most of ROM, affected part easily moved
What is a 3 on the Modified Ashworth scale indicative of>
Considerable increase in muscle tone, passive movement difficult
What is a 4 on the Modified Ashworth scale indicative of?
Affected part rigid in flexion or extension
What is the difference between spasticity and rigidity?
Spasticity is velocity dependent, rigidity is not
A lesion in the cerebral cortex will affect muscle tone how?
Hypertonia/Spasticity
A lesion in the basal ganglia will affect muscle tone how?
Leadpipe rigidity
A lesion in the cerebellum will affect muscle tone how?
May decrease it, but otherwise normal
A lesion in the spinal cord will affect muscle tone how?
Hyperotnia/Spasticity
A lesion in the cerebral cortex will affect reflexes how?
Hyperreflexia
A lesion in the basal ganglia will affect refelexes how?
May decreae, but otherwise normal
A lesion in the cerebellum will affect reflexes how?
May decrease, but otherwise normal
A lesion in the spinal cord will affect reflexes how?
Hyperreflexia
A lesion in the cerebral cortex will affect strength how?
Contralateral weakness
A lesion in the basal ganglia will affect strength how?
Slow movement
A lesion in the cerebellum will affect strength how?
May be weak, but otherwise normal
A lesion in the spinal cord will affect strength how?
Weak or absent
A lesion in the cerebral cortex will affect bulk how?
Normal acute, atrophy chronic
What condition is characterized by a central language disorder in which speech is typically awkward, restricted, interuppted and produced with effort
Nonfluent Aphasia
A lesion in the cerebellum will affect bulk how?
Normal
A lesion in the spinal cord will affect bulk how?
Atrophy
A lesion in the cerebral cortex will affect involuntary movements how?
Spasms
A lesion in the basal ganglia will affect involuntary movements how?
Resting tremor
A lesion in the cerebellum will affect involuntary movements how?
None
A lesion in the spinal cord will affect involuntary movements how?
Spasms
A lesion in the cerebral cortex will affect voluntary movements how?
Dyssenergic
A lesion in the basal ganglia will affect voluntary movements how?
Bradykinesia
A lesion in the cerebellum will affect voluntary movements how?
Ataxia
A lesion in the spinal cord will affect voluntary movements how?
normal above lesion, absent below lesion
A lesion in the cerebral cortex will affect postural how?
Impaired/absent
A lesion in the basal ganglia will affect postural how?
Impaired, stooped
A lesion in the cerebellum will affect postural how?
Impaired, truncal ataxia, dysequilibrium
A lesion in the spinal cord will affect postural how?
Imparied below lesion
A lesion in the cerebral cortex will affect gait how?
Impaired, gait deficits
A lesion in the basal ganglia will affect gait how?
Imparired, shuffling festinating
A lesion in the cerebellum will affect gait how?
Imparied, ataxic
A lesion in the spinal cord will affect gait how?
Impaired or absent depending on level
How does aspirin work?
Inhibits COX enzyme and thus inhibits prostaglandin synthesis
When is decerebrate posturing seen?
Brainstem lesion between superior colliculus and the vestibular necleus
When is decorticate posturing seen?
Brainstem lesion above the superior colliculus
What is decorticate posturing?
Flexion in UE, Extension in LE
What is Opisthotonos
Prolonged, severe spasm of muscles, causing the head, back and heels to arch backward, arms and hands are held rigidly in flexion
When is Opisthotonos seen?
Severe meningitis, tetanus, epilepsy and strychnine poisoning
How does Ibuprofen work?
Inhibits COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes, COX-1 is responsible for "good" prostaglandins, so it is non-specific
What type of drug is Methotrexate?
DMARD
What does DMARD stand for?
Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drug
How does Methotrexate work?
Enzyme inhibition
What is another use for Methotrexate other than DMARD?
Anti-Cancer Drug
What are 3 possible side effects of Methotrexate?
Hepatic dysfunction, GI disturbances, Blood complications including thrombocytopenia
When is one time Methotrexate is a contraindication?
With renal dysfunction patients
What supplement can help to possibly deter side effects of Methotrexate?
Folic Acid
What kind of a drug is Anticytokines?
DMARD
How do anticytokines work?
Bind with Tumor Necrosis Factor and inactivate it
What is one trade name for anticytokines?
Embrel
What type of drug is Lefunomide?
DMARD
How does Lefunomide work?
Inhibits T and B cell activity
What type of drug is infliximab?
DMARD
What kind of drug is Anakinra?
DMARD
How does Anakinra work?
Blocks inerleukin receptors which diminish bone erosion and cartilage destruction
What type of drug is Diazapam?
Muscle Relaxer
What is another name for Diazapam?
Valium
Where does Diazapam have its effect?
Supraspinal centers and spinal interneurons
What type of drug is Tizanidine?
Muscle Relaxer
What is another name for Tizanidine?
Zanaflex
Where does Tizanadine have its effects?
Spinal cord as an adrengergic agnoist
What is the flexion synergy in UEs?
Scapular retraction/elevation, shoulder abduction, ER, elbow flexion forearm supination, wrist and finger flexion
What is the extension synergy in UEs?
Scapular protraction, shoulder adduction, IR, elbow extension, forearm pronation, wrist and finger flexion
What is the flexion synergy in LEs?
Hip flexion, abduction, external rotation, knee flexion, ankle DF/inversion
What type of drug is Chlorzoxaone?
Muscle Relaxer
What is another name for chlorzoxaone?
Parafon Forte
What type of drug is Cyclobenzaprine?
Muscle Relaxer
What is another name for cyclobenzapine?
Flexiril
What type of drug is carisoprodol?
Muscle Relaxer
What is another name for carisoprodol?
Soma
What type of drug is methocarbamol?
Muscle Relaxer

A lesion in the cerebellum will affect bulk how?

Normal
What type of drug is orphenadrine?
Muscle Relaxer
What is another name for orphenadrine?
Norflex
What kind of drug is Baclofen?
Muscle Relaxer
What is another name for baclofen?
Lioresal
What is the extension synergy in the LEs?
Hip extension, adduction, RI, knee extension, ankle PF/inversion
What type of drug is Dantrolene?
Muscle Relaxer
What is another name for Dantrolene?
Dantrium
When doing the Sensory Organization Test, patients dependent on vision will become unstable on which conditions?
2,3,5,6
When doing the Sensory Organization Test, patients dependent on surface/somatosensory will become unstable on which conditions?
4,5,6
When doing the Sensory Organization Test, patients with vestibular loss will become unstable on which conditions?
5 and 6
When doing the Sensory Organization Test, patients with sensory selection problems will become unstable on which conditions?
3,4,5,6
How do diuretics work?
Decrease fluid reabsorption in kidneys, ultimately leading to greater urine production
What is the maximum score on Tinetti's?
28
A score < 19 on Tinetti's indicates what?
High fall risk
A score between 19 and 24 on Tinetti's indicates what?
Moderate fall risk
What is the maximum score on Berg's
56
A score <45 on Berg's indicates what?
High fall risk
How fast do non-dysfunctional adults finish the TUG test in?
<10 seconds
How fast do normal frail ederly or disable patients finish the TUG test?
11-20 seconds
A TUG test of 20-30 seconds indicates what?
A moderate fall risk
A TUG test of >30 seconds indicates what?
High fall risk
A reach of >12.2 inches on the Functional Reach Test indicates what?
Above Average
A reach of <5.6 inches on the Functional Reach Test indicates what?
Below Average
A reach of <10 inches on the Functional REach Test indicates what?
High fall risk
Which imaging technique is best used shortly after acute stroke?
MRI
What is normal CSF pressure in an adult?
90-180
What is normal CSF pressure in a child?
10-100
Insertional activity is increased or decreased with dennervation?
Increased
MUP is increased or decreased with LMN injury?
Decreased
At what time frame are fibrillations common with dennervation?
for 1-3 weeks after losing nerve
What are 3 major symptoms of AIDS?
Dementia, motor deficits and peripheral neuropathy
What is stage 1 of the recovery from a CVA?
Initial Flaccidity, no voluntary movements
What is stage 2 of the recovery from a CVA?
Spasticity, hyperreflexia, synergies
What is stage 3 of the recovery from a CVA?
Voluntary movement possible, but only in synergies, strong spasticity
What is stage 4 of the recovery from a CVA?
Voluntary control in isolated joint movements emerging, corresponding decline of spasticity and synergies
What is stage 5 of the recovery from a CVA?
Increasing voluntary control out of synergies, coordination defecits present
What is stage 6 of the recovery from a CVA?
Control and coordination are near normal
CVA patients that are slow, cautious, hesitant and insecure likely had a stroke on which side?
Left
CVA patients that are impulsive, quick, indifferent, poor judgement, overestimating abilities, underestimating problems likely had a stroke on what side?
Right
A stroke in the premotor area would have what symptoms?
Apraxia or motor planning difficulties
A stroke in the supplementary motor area would have what symptoms?
Loss of bilateral control of posture
A stroke in the middle frontal gyrus would have what symptoms?
Loss of conjugate eyes movements
A stroke in the dorsolateral part of the prefrontal area would have what symptoms
Impaired ability to concentrate
A stroke in the orbitofrontal area would have what symptoms>
Unstable emotions, unpredictable behavior
A stroke in the obrbital gyrus would have what symptoms?
Inability to discriminate odors
A stroke in the postcentral gyrus would have what symptoms>
Parasthesia
A stroke in the secondary somatosensory area would have what symptoms?
Tactile agnosia
A stroke in the gustatory area would have what symptoms?
Impairment of taste
A stroke in the parietal lobe of the right hemisphere would have what symptoms?
apraxia, tactile and auditory perceptual disorders
What is a strong and painful finding on a strength test indicative of?
Minor structural lesion of the muscle-tendon unit
What is a weak and painless finding on a strength test indicative of?
Complete rupture of muscle-tendon unit or neurological deficit present
What is a weak and painful finding on a strength test indicative of?
Partial disruption of muscle-tendon A
A stroke in the temporal cortex would have what symptoms?
Impairment of learning and memory
A stroke in the parahippocampal region would have what symptoms?
Profound memory loss of recent events and no new learning
A stroke in the visual association cortex would have what symptoms?
Visual agnosia
A stroke in the posterior multimodal area would have what symptoms?
Perceptual impairment
How long can the LOC be to qualify as a mild TBI?
0-30 minutes
What type of drug is orphenadrine?
Muscle Relaxer
How long can the LOC be to qualify as a severe TBI?
> 24 hours
How long can the post-traumatic amnesia be to qualify as a mild TBI?
<1 day
How long can the post-traumatic amnesia be to qualify as a moderate TBI?
>1day but >7 days
How long can the post-traumatic amnesia be to qualify as a severe TBI?
> 7 days
How do you bias the tibial nerve during a SLR test?
Dorsiflex and evert the foot
How do you bias the fibular nerve during a SLR test?
Plantarflexion and inversion of the foot
How do you bias the sural nerve during a SLR test?
Dorsiflex and invert the foot
How do you perform a neural tension test on the femoral nerve?
Prone knee bend
What spinal sections are most commonly injured?
C5, C7, T12, L1
When performing the standing flexion test, how do you know which PSIS is dysfunctional?
The one that moves cranially first or farthest
What is type A in the ASIA scale?
Complete impairment
What is type B in the ASIA scale
Incomplete sensory intact and includes sacral regions S4 and S5
What is type C in the ASIA scale?
Incomplete motor intact most key muscles below lesion are less than 3
What is type D in the ASIA scale?
Incomplete motor intact most key muscles below lesion are more than 3
What is type E in the ASIA scale?
Normal
What is the typical cause of central spinal cord injury?
Hyperextension
What is a Brown-Sequard injury?
Hemi injury of spinal cord usually caused by a gun shot
What is Gillet's Test used to look for?
SI joint dysfunction
How do you perform Gillet's Test?
Patient stands on one foot and brings the other knee to the chest
What is a positive Gillet Test?
PSIS will not move, other PSIS will move inferiorly
What is anterior cord syndrome?
Loss of motor function, pain and temperature, preservation of light touch, proprioception
What is posterior cord syndrome?
Preservation of motor, sense of pain and light touch
What is Cauda Equina Syndrome?
Sensory loss and paralysis, some capacity for regeneration, autonomous or nonreflex bladder
What is sacral sparing?
Sparings of tracts to sacral region, preservation of perianal sensation, rectal sphincter tone or active toe flexion
How do you perform the sitting flexion test?
Pt sits in a chair, crosses arms, leans forward until elbows are past knees, PSIS are palpated by therapist
What is a positive sitting flexion test?
PSIS that moves first or more cranially is dysfunctional
What is the distraction test for the SI joint?
Therapist puts cross arm pressure on both ASIS while pt is supine
What is a positive SI joint distractio test?
Pain is reproduced
How is Gaenslen's Test Performed?
Patient near edge of bed, hangs one leg off table, other leg pulls to chest, PT adds pressure on both legs
How do you perform The SI joint compression test?
Patient Side lying, hips flexed to 45, knees to 90. PT puts pressure downard on Iliac Crests
What does Neer's test for?
Impingement
What does Hawkins-Kennedy test for?
Impingement
What does Painful Arc test for?
Impingement
What does the Supraspinatus muscle test test for?
RTC
What does the infraspinatus muscle test test for?
RTC
What does the drop arm test for?
RTC
What is the External Rotation Lag Sign indicate?
RTC tear
What is the Internal Rotation Lag Sign indicate?
RTC tear
What is the lift off test for?
RTC tear
What is the belly press test for?
RTC tear
What is the sulcus sign indicative of?
Instability
What is the anterior apprehension test for?
Instability
What is the relocatino test for?
Instability
What is the anterior drawer shoulder test for?
Instability
What is the jerk shoulder test for?
Instability
What is the Horizontal Adduction test for?
AC Joint
What is the resisted Horizontal extension test for?
AC Joint
What is O'Brien's test for?
AC Joint
What is Paxinos Sign for?
AC Joint
What is the Crank test for?
Labrum
What is the Biceps Load tests for?
Labrum
Where are lesions common to be found in MS?
Pyramidal Tract, Dorsal Columns, Periventricular areas of cerebrum, cerebellar peduncles
Does myasthenia gravis affect proximal or distal muscles more?
Proximal
What is Osteochondritis Dissecans?
A seperation of the articular cartilage from the underlying bone
Where is Osteochonritis usually seen?
Medial femoral condyle
What is another name of a tonic-clonic seizure?
Grand mal
How long does it take to recover from a grand mal seizure?
several hours
What is another name for Absence seizures?
Petite Mal

How long can the LOC be to qualify as a severe TBI?

> 24 hours
What condition is characterized as a slowly progressive metabolic bone disease?
Paget's Disease
True/False: Cerebellar lesions tend to lead to contralateral signs and symtpoms?
FALSE
With patellafemoral pain, in which ROM of the knee does pain most likely occur?
first 30 degrees of knee flexion
A Q angle greater than what indicates the possibility for patellafemoral pain?
18 degrees
What condition is characterized by a chronic disorder with fibrosis and changes in the internal organs and skin?
Scleroderma
What is another name for scleroderma?
Progressive Systemic Sclerosis
How do you perform the pronator teres muscle test to test for median nerve entrapment?
PT strongly resists pronation of the elbow as the patient's elbow is extended from 90 degrees of flexion toward full extension
At what age is peak onset for RA?
30-40 years
How can you determine if a scoliosis is functional or structural?
Have them bend over in front of you and see if there is rotation of the ribs. If there is, it is structural
What condition is characterized by a rheumatoid-like disorder characterized by dryness of the mucous membranes, joint inflammation, and anemia?
Sjogren's Disease
What is wallerian degeneration?
Distal degeneration of axon following transection
What is neurapraxia?
Injury to nerve that causes a transient loss of function
How long is recovery from class I nerve injury?
Immediately to a few weeks
What is another name for a class I nerve injury?
Neurapraxia
What is axonotmesis?
Injury to nerve interuppting the axon and causing loss of function and wallerian degeneration, no disruption of the endoneurium. Regeneration is possible
What is another name for a class II nerve injury?
Axonotmesis
What is neurotmesis?
Cutting of the nerve with severance of all structures and complete loss of function. Regeneration usually does not occur without surgical intervention
What is another name for a class III nerve injury?
Neurotmesis
What is a normal rehabilitation process for a ligament repair?
5-6 months
What is bulbar palsy?
Weakness or paralysis of the muscles innervated by the motor nuclei of the lower brainstem, affecting the muscles of the face, tongue, larynx and pharynx
What are the two cranial nerves affected in bulbar palsy?
Glossophayngeal and Vagal
Are reflexes decreased with Guillan Barre?
Yes
True/False: ALS usually does not involve sensory deficits?
TRUE
What is stage I of ALS?
Early disease, mild focal weakness, asymmetrical distribution; symptoms of hand cramping and fasciculations
What is stage II of ALS?
Moderate weakness in groups of muscles, some wasting of muscles; modified independence with assistive devices
What is stage III of ALS?
Severe weakness of specific muscles, increasing fatigue; mild to moderate functional limitations, ambulatory
What is stage IV of ALS?
Sever weakness and wasting of LEs, mild weakness of UEs; moderate assistance and assistive devices required; wheelchair user
What is stage V of ALS?
Progressive weakness with deterioration of mobility and endurance, increased fatigue, moderate to severe weakness of whole limbs and trunk, spasticity, hyperreflexia; loss of head control; maximal assist
What is stage VI of ALS?
Bedridden, dependent ADLs, progressive respiratory distress
What is the maximum score on the ALS Functional Rating Scale?
40
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Glenohumeral Abduction?
Inferior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Glenohumeral early flexion (0-45)?
Posterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Glenohumeral Internal Rotation?
Posterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Glenohumeral Horizontal Adduction?
Posterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Glenohumeral Extension?
Anterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Glenohumeral External Rotation?
Anterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Glenohumeral Horizontal Abduction?
Anterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Glenohumeral Late Flexion (120-180)?
Anterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Radiohumeral flexion?
Anterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Radiohumeral extension?
Posterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Proximal Radioulnar pronation?
Posterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Proximal Radioulnar supination?
Anterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase DistalRadioulnar supination?
Posterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Distal Radioulnar supination?
Anterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Radiocarpal extension?
Anterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Radiocarpal flexion?
Posterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Radiocarpal Ulnar Deviation?
Lateral
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Radiocarpal Radial Deviation?
Medial
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Midcarpal extension?
Anterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase Midcarpal flexion?
Posterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase metacarpophalangeal flexion?
Anterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase interphalngeal extension?
Posterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase hip abduction?
Inferior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase hip External Rotation?
Anterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase hip extension?
Anterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase hip Internal rotation?
Posterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase hip flexion?
Posterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase tibiofemoral extension?
Anterior/Medial/Lateral
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase tibiofemoral flexion?
Posterior
What condition is characterized as a slowly progressive metabolic bone disease?
Paget's Disease
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase patellafemoral Knee flexion?
Inferior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase talocrural plantarflexion?
Anterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase talocrural dorsiflexion?
Posterior
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase subtalar inversion?
Lateral
What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase subtalar eversion?
Medial
If Lumbar or thoracic segments are in neutral without locking the facets, is rotation in the same or opposite direction as sidebending?
Opposite
In the cervical region when the segments are neutral without locking the facets, is rotation the same or opposite as sidebending?
Same
In the cervical, thoracic and lumbar regions, if the segments are in full flexion or extension with the facets locked does rotation occur in the same or opposite direction as sidebending?
Same
What is the what is the fast pain pathway?
Sensory stimulation - A fibers - Spinal cord dorsal horn lamina, crosses to lateral spinothalamic tract - thalamus - Cortex
What is the slow pain pathway?
Sensory stimulation - C fibers - spinal cord lamina, corrses to anterior spinothalamic tract - reticular formation - RAS - Cortex
What is a special test for Biceps Tendonitis?
Yergason's Test
What is block practice?
Practice of a single motor skill repeatedly
What is variable practice?
Practice of varied motor skills in which the performer is required to make rapid modifications of the skill in order to match the demands of the task
What is random practice?
Practice of a group or class of motor skills in random order
What is serial practice?
Practice of a group or class of motor skills in serial or predictable order
What is massed practice?
relatively continuous practice in which the amount of rest time is small
What is distributed practice?
Practice in which the rest time is relatively large
What is mental practice?
Cognitive rehearsel of a motor skill without overt physical performance.
Feedback given after every trial improves what>
Performance
Variable feedback improved what?
Retention
What is Horner's Syndrome?
Ptosis of the eyelid, constriction of the pupil, and lack of sweating of the ipsilateral face, often accompanying stroke involving the the anterior inferior or posterior inferior cerebellar arteries
What are the 3 most common sites for a CVA to occur?
Origin of the common carotid artery, main bifurcation of the middle cerebral artery, junction of the vertebral arteries with the basilar artery
What symptoms would be present with a stroke in the middle cerebral artery?
Contralateral hemiplegia, mostly upper extremity, loss of sensation primarily in the arm and face, homonymous hemianposia is common
An occlusion of the main stem of the middle cerebral artery can cause what?
Global Aphasia
What symptoms would be present with a stroke in the anterior cerebral artery?
LE more affected and sensory loss, mental confusion, aphasia, contralateral neglect
What symptoms would be present with a stroke in the posterior cerebral artery?
Persistant pain syndrome or contralateral pain and temperature sensory loss, homonymous hemianopsia, aphasia, thalamic pain syndrome
What symptoms would be present with a stroke in the vertebral-basilar artery?
May result in quadriparesis and bulbar palsy or a "locked-in" state where they can only communicate by blinking, often results in dath
What symptoms would be present with a stroke in the anterior inferior cerebellar artery?
Unilateral deaness, loss of pain and temperature on the contralateral side, paresis of lateral gaze, unilateral Horner's syndrome, ataxia, vertigo, and nystagmus
What symptoms would be present with a stroke in the Superior cerebellar artery?
Severe ataxia, dysarthria, dysmetria and contralateral loss of pain and temperature
What symptoms would be present with a stroke in the Posterior inferior cerebellar artery?
Nausea, vertigo, hoarseness, dysphagia, ptosis and decreased impairment of sensation in the ipsilateral face and contralateral torso and limbs.
What is D1 Flexion UE
Flexion - Adduction - ER
What is D1 Extension UE
Extension - Abduction - IR
What is D2 Flexion UE
Flexion - Abduction - ER
What is D2 Extension UE
Extension - Adduction - IR
What is D1 Flexion LE
Flexion- Adduction - ER
What is D1 Extension LE
Extension - Abduction - IR
What is D2 Flexion LE
Flexion - Abduction - IR
What is D2 Extension LE
Extension - Adduction - ER
What are some perceptual symptoms with a Right sided stroke?
Spatial relationships and hand-eye coordination, irritability and short attention span, poor memory, difficulty learning, poor judgement regarding safety, Left sided neglect, quick and impulsive
What are some perceptual symtpoms with a left sided stroke?
Apraxia, Difficulty starting and sequencing tasks, perseveration, Easily frustrated, highly anxious, inability to communicate verbally, cautious and slow
What is Rancho Los Amigos Level I?
No response. Completely unresponsive to any stimuli
What is Rancho Los Amigos Level II?
Generalized response. Pt reacts inconsistently and nonspecificially to stimuli
What is Rancho Los Amigos Level III?
Localized response. Pt reacts inconsistently but specifically to stimuli
What is Rancho Los Amigos Level IV?
Confused/Agitated. Pt is in a heightened state of activity. Behavior is bizarre and nonpurposeful relative to immediate environment. Recall and attention span are poor
What is Rancho Los Amigos Level V?
Confused-inappropriate. Pt able to respond to simple commands but no do complex tasks. Memory is impaired. Verbalization is inappropriate
What is Rancho Los Amigos Level VI?
Confused-appropriate. Pt is dependent upon external input but can perform consistently. Memory improved.
What is Rancho Los Amigos Level VII?
Automatic-appropriate. Can perform automatically and appropriately in structured environments. Judgement remains impaired
What is Rancho Los Amigos Level VIII?
Purposeful-Appropriate. Pt acts appropriately though not perfectly. May have some problems in stressful or unusual situations
Where is the tricuspid valve?
Between Right atrium and ventricle
Where is the Bicuspid valve?
Between left atrium and ventricle
Where is the pulmonary valve?
Between pulmonary arteries and right ventricle
Where is the aortic valve?
Between left ventricle and aorta
What structures does the Right Coronary Artery Supply?
Right atrium, most of right ventricle, most of the time the inferior wall of left ventricle, AV node and bundle of His, SA node
What are the two divisions of the Left Coronary Artery?
Left anterior ascending, Circumflex
What structures does the Left anterior descending division of the Left Coronary Artery supply?
Left ventricle, interventricular septum, most of the time inferior areas of the apex
What structures does the circumflex division of the Left Coronary Artery supply?
Lateral and inferior walls of the left ventricle and portions of the left atrium
Where is the SA node located?
Junction of Superior Vena Cava and right atrium
What is the main pacemaker of the heart?
SA node
What is the impulse rate of the SA node?
60-100 BPM
Where is the AV node located?

Junction of the Right Atrium and the Right Ventricle

What is the proper Mobilization direction to increase patellafemoral Knee flexion?
Inferior
What is the normal path of heart conduction?
SA node - Atria - AV node - bundle of His - Purkinje fibers - ventricles
What is the normal stroke volume?
55-100 mL
What is the cardiac output?
The amount of blood discharged per minute
What is the average cardiac output for an adult at rest?
4-5 L
What is cardiac index?
Cardiac Output divided by body surface area
What is the average cardiac index?
2.5 - 3.5 L/min
Thalamic pain is a result of what type of stroke?
Posterior Cerebral Artery
Does the vagus nerve have a sympathetic or parasympathetic affect on the heart?
Parasympathetic
What cord segments provide sympathetic stimulation to the heart?
T1-T4
Where are baroreceptors located?
Aortic arch and carotid sinus
Does in increase in BP increase sympathetic or parasympathetic stimulation?
Parasympathetic
Does in decrease in BP increase sympathetic or parasympathetic stimulation?
Sympathetic
Where are chemoreceptors in the heart located?
Carotid Sinus
Right subscapular pain is referred from where?
Gallbladder
Medial left arm and jaw pain are referred from where?
Heart
Thoracic or flank pain refer from where?
Kidney
Left upper quadrant and shoulder pain are referred from where?
Spleen
Right upper quadrant pain is referred from where?
Liver
The chemoreceptor in the heart is sensitive to changes in which chemicals?
O2, CO2 and lactic acid
Increased CO2 leads to increased or decreased heart rate?
Increase
Decreased O2 leads to increased or decreased heart rate?
Increase
Decreased pH leads to increased or decreased heart rate?
Increase
Increase in body temperature increases or decreases heart rate?
Increase
How does hyperkalemia affect the heart?
Decreases rate and force of contraction
How does hypercalcemia affect the heart?
Increases heart actions
How does hypermagnemesia affect the heart?
Can lead to arrhythmias or cardiac arrest
What is agonist reversals in PNF?
Slow isotonic shortening contraction through the range followed by eccentric lengthening contraction with the same muscle groups.
When should you use agonist reversals in PNF?
Weak postural muscles, inability to eccentrically control body weight during movement transitions
What is Approximation in PNF?
Joint compression
When is approximation in PNF indicated?
Stimulate afferent nerve endings and facilitate postural extensors promoting stability
What is Contract-Relax in PNF?
Isotonic movement in rotation followed by an isometric hold of the range limiting muscles in the antagonistic pattern against slowly increasing resistance, then passive motion and active contraction of the agonistic pattern.
When is contract-relax indicated in PNF?
Limited ROM caused by muscle tightness or spasticity
What is Hold-Relax in PNF?
Isometric contraction of the antagonistic pattern against slowly increasing resistance, followed by voluntary relaxation and passive movement into the newly gained range of the agonist pattern
When is Hold-Relax indicated in PNF?
Limitations in ROM due to muscle tightness, spasm or pain
What is repeated contractions in PNF?
Repeated isotonic contractions induced by quick stretches and enhanced by resistance performed through the range or part of range at a point of weakness.
When is repeated contractions indicated in PNF?
Weakness, incoordination, muscle inbalances, lack of endurance
What is Rhythmic Initiations in PNF?
Voluntary relaxation followed by passive movement through increasing ROMS, followed by active-assisted contractions progressing to resisted isotonic conractions
When is Rhythmic Initiations indicated in PNF?
Spasticity, rigidity, hypertonicity, inability to initiate a motion, motor learning deficitis, communication deficits
What is Rhythmic stabilization in PNF?
Simulatneous isometric contractions of both agonist and antagonist patterns performed without relaxation using careful grading of resistance. Cocontraction of opposing muscle groups.
When is Rhythmic stabilizations indicated in PNF?
Istability in weight-bearing and holding, poor antigravity control, weakness, ataxia, limited ROM caused by muscle tightness, painful muscle splinting
What is Slow Reversal in PNF?
Alternating isotonic contractions of agonist then antagonist patterns using careful grading of resistance and optimal facilitation.
When is Slow Reversal indicated in PNF?
Inability to reverse directions, muscle weakness or imbalance, incoordination, lack of endurance
What is the average heart rate for normal adults?
60-100
What is the average heart rate for aerobically trained adults?
40-60
What is the average heart rate for normal children?
60-140
What is the average heart rate for normal newborns?
90-164
What is postural tachycardia?
Sustained heart rate increase >30 BPM within 10 minutes of standing
What stimulus elicits the Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex?
Rotation of head to one side
At which point should the Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex disappear?
4-6 months
What stimulus elicits the Crossed Extension Reflex?
Noxious stimulus to the ball of foot of extremity fixed in extension
What is the Crossed Extension Reflex?
Opposite extremity flexes then adducts and extends
At which point should the Crossed Extension Reflex Dissapear?
1-2 months
When does the Equilibrium Reaction appear?
6 months
What stimulus elicits the Grasp reflex?
Maintain pressure to palm of the hand or to ball of the foot
What are some causes of Arrhythmias?
Ischemia, electrolyte imbalance, acidosis, alkalosis, hypoxemia, hypotension, emotional stress, drugs, alcohol, caffeine
When does the grasp reflex dissapear?
4-6 months (palmar), 9 months (plantar)
What stimulus elicits Landau's Reflex?
Lift child under the thorax in a prone position
What is Landau's Reflex?
First the head, then the back and legs will extend.
When does Landau's Reflex Appear?
3 months
When does Landau's Reflex Disappear?
2 years
What stimulus elicits Moro's Reflex?
Sudden change in position of the head in relation to the trunk
What is the normal path of heart conduction?

SA node - Atria - AV node - bundle of His - Purkinje fibers - ventricles

When does Moro's reflex disppear?
5-6 months
What stimulus elicits The optical and Labryinthine Righting Reflex?
alter body position by tipping body in all directions
What is the Optical and Labrynthine Righting Reflex?
Head orients to vertical position and mouth horizontal
When does the Optical and Labryinthine Righting Reflex Appear?
Birth - 2 months
When does the Optical and Labryinthine Righting Reflex disappear?
Persists
What stimulus elicitis the Postive Supporting Reaction Reflex?
Contact to the ball of the foot in an upright standing position
What is the Positive Supporting Reaction?
Rigid extension of the lower extremities with ankle PF and inversion, toes "clawing" and hip IR
When does the Positive Supportin Reaction Reflex appear?
Birth
When does the Positive Supportin Reaction Reflex disappear?
6 months
A drop in ST segment level signifies what?
Coronary ischemia
An ST segment elevation or depression is significant only when it is more than?
1 mm
What stimulus elicits the Protective Extension Reaction?
Displace the center of gravity outside the base of support
What is the Protective Extension Reaction?
Arms or legs exted and abduct to support and to protect the body against falling
When does the Protective Extension Response Appear?
4-9 months
When does the Protective Extension Response disappear?
persists
When does the Rooting reflex disappear?
3 months
What stimulus elicits the Symmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex?
Flexion or extension of the head
What is the Symmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex?
Flexion of arms and extension of legs with head flexion, extension of arms and flexion of legs with head extension
When does the Symmetrical Tonick Neck Reflex appear?
4-6 months
When does the Symmetrical Tonick Neck Reflex disappear?
8-12 months
A patient has orhtostatic hypotension if what is seen upon standing?
Systolic drops >20or diastolic drops >10
What stimulus elicits the traction reflex?
Grasp forearm and pull up from supine into sitting
What is the traction reflex?
Grasp and total flexion of the UEs and the head will lag behind
When does the traction reflex appear?
Birth
When does the traction reflex disappear?
2-5 months
What is a normal infant's BP?
106-110/59-63
What is a normal child's BP?
113-116/67-74
What is anormal adul's respiration?
12/20/2015
What is a normal newborns respiration rate?
30-40
When should a child be able to push itself into prone and take weight on supported standing?
3 months
When should a child be able to roll in either direction?
5 months
When should a child be able to sit independently
6 months
When should a child be able to maintain quadriped?
7 months
When should a child be able to creep, pull to stand, has pincer grasp
8-9 months
When should a child be able to stand and walk unassisted, self feed
10-15 months
When should a child be able to walk up/down stairs w/ assistance?
18-20 months
What is a normal child's respiration rate?
20-30
What is tachypnea?
An increase of >22 RPM
What is normal-high BP?
120-139 / 85-89
What is Grade 1 Hypertension?
140-159 / 90-99
What is Grade 2 Hypertension?
160-179 / 100-109
What is Grade 3 Hypertension?
>180 / >110
What is Bradypnea?
A decrease of >10 RPM
When should a child be able to run wel?
2 years
When should a child be able to go upstairs step through, ride tricycle, catch a ball, jump with 2 feet, stand on one foot briefly?
3 years
When should a child be able to hop on one foot and kick a ball?
3.5 years
When should a child be able to throw a ball overhand, stand on tiptoes?
4 years
When should a child be able to skip, get dressed/undressed?
5 years
What nerve roots are involved in Erb's Palsy?
C5 and C6
What nerve roots are involved in Klumpke's Paralysis?
C8 and T1
What is the resulting weakness of Klumpke's Paralysis?
Weak hand and wrist flexors
What appearance is common with Klumpke's Paralysis?
Claw Hand
What is 1+ on the angina scale?
Light, barely noticeable
What is 2+ on the angina scale?
Moderate, bothersome
What is 3+ on the angina scale?
Severe, very uncomfortable
What is 4+ on the angina scale?
Most sever pain ever experienced
What is a 1+ on the Edema Grading scale?
Mild, barely perceptible indentation <1/4" pitting
What is a 2+ on the Edema Grading scale?
Moderate, easily identified dpression; returns to normal within 15 seconds; 1/4-1/2" pitting
What is a 3+ on the Edema Grading scale?
Severe, depression takes 15-30 seconds to rebound; 1/2-1" pitting
What is a 4+ on the Edema Grading scale?
Very severe, depression lasts for 30> seconds, >1 inch pitting
What are the 4 types of CP?
Spastic, Athetoid, Ataxic, Mixed
What structure is damaged in athetoid CP?
Basal Ganglia
When does Moro's reflex disppear?
5-6 months
What structure is damaged in ataxic CP?
Cerebellum
What is seen in ataxic CP?
Weakness, poor coordination, intention tremor, wide-base gait, difficulty with rapid or fine movement
What is the Ankle Brachial Index?
LE BP / UE BP
What does an ABI <90 indicate?
A 2-4 fold increase in risk for cardiovascular events and death
What does an ABI <50 indicate?
Increased risk of progression to severe or critical limb ischemia in 1 year
What does an ABI between .91-.99?
Borderline
What is an ABI from 1 - 1.4?
Normal
What is an ABI >1.4?
Non-compliant arteries
When does Duchenne's Muscular Dystrophy present?
3-7 years old
What are the signs of Duchenne's Muscular Dystrophy?
Waddling gait, toe walking, lordosis, frequent falls, difficulty standing up, problems climbing stairs
What is Grade I of the Pain Associated with Intermittent Claudication scale?
Minimal discomfort or pain
What is Grade II of the Pain Associated with Intermittent Claudication scale?
Moderate discomfort or pain, patient's attention can be diverted
What is Grade III of the Pain Associated with Intermittent Claudication scale?
Intense pain; patient's attention cannot be diverted
What is Grade IV of the Pain Associated with Intermittent Claudication scale?
Excruciating and unbearable pain
What is Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease?
Heriditary disorder of the peroneal and distal leg muscles, presents with foot drop and "stork leg deformity"
What condition is characterized by an idiopathic aseptic necrosis of the femoral capital epiphysis?
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
What is the main enzyme looked for to look for an MI
Cardiac Troponin
What percentile does the Cardiact Troponin need to be in to identity MI?
>99
What percent of spinal injuries are non-traumatic?
10%
What is the normal Prothrombin Time?
11-15 sec
What is the normal Partial Prothrombin Time?
25-40 sec
What is the normal bleeding time?
2-10 min
What is the normal C-reactive protein number?
<10 mg/L
What is the normal white blood cell count?
4300 - 10800
What is the normal red blood cell count for males?
4.6 - 6.2
What is the normal red blood cell count for females?
4.2 - 5.9
What is the normal ESR rate for males?
<15 mm/hr
What is the normal ESR rate for females?
<20 mm/hr
What is the normal hematorcrit for males?
45-52%
What is the normal hematorcrit for females?
37-48%
What is the normal hemoglobin for males?
13-18
What is the normal hemoglobin for females?
12/16/2015
What is the normal platelet count?
150,000 - 450,000
How occluded does the arterial lumen have to be in order for symptoms to be present?
70%
What are the 3 types of Angina?
Stable, Unstable, Variant
What is stable angina?
Chest pain which occurs with exertion and is relieved with rest and/or nitroglycerin
What is unstable angina?
Chest pain which occurs regardless of exercise, pain is difficult to relieve
What is variant angina?
Spasming of coronary arteries w/o occlusion. Responds well to nitroglycerin or calcium channel blockers
What is the zone of infarction?
Area of necrotic tissue that is unresponsive electrically
What is the zone of injury?
Zone surround the zone of infarction. Tissue is non-contractile, cells undergoing metabolic change, electrically unstable
What is the zone of ischemia?
Zone on the outside of the MI area. Cells are metabolically changing, electrically unstable
What is transmural?
When an MI causes damage through the entire thickiness of the cardiac wall
What is another name for left sided heart failure?
Congestive Heart Failure
What is congestive heart failure?
A backup of blood due to damage to the Left ventricle and inability to circulate adequately
What is right sided heart failure?
increased pressure on Righ ventricle, causes jugular vein distention and peripheral edema
What is biventricular failure?
Severe pathology producing back up into the lungs
What spinal segments innervate the diaphragm?
C3 - C5
What spinal segments when injured will produce bowel and bladder incontinence?
S2, S3 and S4
What is a reflex bladder?
A bladder that will empty once at a certain level
What is a nonreflex bladder?
A bladder that is flaccid, but can be emptied by increasing abdominal pressure
What should activity be kept to after an MI for the first 4-6 weeks?
5 METs or 70% of age predicted HRmax
intermittent Claudication can be symptomatic of what future disorder?
PAD
What are the functional capabilities of a patient with a C1, C2 or C3 SCI?
Capable of talking, mastication, sipping, blowing
What are the key muscles that are still functional in a patient with a C1, C2 or C3 SCI?
Face and neck muscles
What are some of the assistive devices that a patient with a C1, C2 or C3 SCI needs?
Portable ventilator or phrenic nerve stimulator, power "tilt-in-space" wheelchair with mouth control and seatbelt for trunk control
What are the functional capabilities of a patient with a C4 SCI?
Capable of respiration, scapular elevation, limited eating may be accomplished with use of assistive devices
What are the key muscles that are still functional in a patient with a C4 SCI?
Diaphragm, Trapezius
What are the functional capabilities of a patient with a C5 SCI?
Elbow flexion and supination, shoulder ER, abduction to 90 and limited shoulder flexion, limited assistance to dress LEs, needs slide board for transfers, driving possible with van lift
What are the key muscles that are still functional in a patient with a C5 SCI?
Biceps, brachialis, brachioradialis, deltoid, infraspinatus, rhomboids and supinator
What is Grade I of the Chronic Venous Stasis Classification?
Mild aching, minimal edema, dilated superficial veins
What is Grade II of the Chronic Venous Stasis Classification?
Increased edema, multiple dilated veins, changes in skin pigmentation
What is Grade III of the Chronic Venous Stasis Classification?
Venous claudication, severe edema, cutaneous ulceration
What are the functional capabilities of a patient with a C6 SCI?

Shoulder flexion, extension, IR and adduction, scapular abduction and upward rotation, forearm pronation, wrist extension, can be independent with correct equipment

What structure is damaged in ataxic CP?
Cerebellum
What are the key muscles that are still functional in a patient with a C7 SCI?
Extensor pollicis longus and brevis, extrinsic finger extensors, flexor carpi radialis and triceps
What are the functional capabilities of a patient with a C8 SCI?
Capable of using all UE muscles except hand intrinsics, live independently, independent as community wheelchair, ability to work in accessible buildings
What are the key muscles that are still functional in a patient with a C8 SCI?
Extrinsic finger flexors, flexor carpi ulnaris, flexor pollicis longus and brevis
What are the functional capabilities of a patient with a T1-T5 SCI?
Capable of full use of UEs, improved trunk control, increased respiratory reserve, able to participate in wheelchair sports
What are the key muscles that are still functional in a patient with a T1-T5 SCI?
Top half of intercostals, long muscles of the back, intrinsic finger flexors
What are the functional capabilities of a patient with a T6-T8 SCI?
Improved trunk control, increased respiratory reserve, swing-to gait in parallel bars with bilateral KAFOs
What are the key muscles that are still functional in a patient with a T6-T8 SCI?
long muscles of the back, sacrospinalis and semispinalis
What are the functional capabilities of a patient with a T9-T12 SCI?
Increased endurance, improved trunk control, swing-to or swing-through gait on level surfaces with bilateral KAFOs and a walker or forearm crutches, independent floor to w/c transfers
What are the key muscles that are still functional in a patient with a T9-T12 SCI?
Lower Abdominals, all intercostals
What are the functional capabilities of a patient with a T12 - L3 SCI?
Hip flexion, adduction, knee extension. Independent swing-to or swing-through with Bilateral KAFOs and forearm crutches, can be community ambulators
What are the key muscles that are still functional in a patient with a T12 - L3SCI?
Gracilis, iliopsoas, quadratus lumborum, rectus femoris, sartorius
What are the functional capabilities of a patient with a L4-L5 SCI?
Strong hip flexion and knee extension, weak knee flexion improved trunk control, independent home ambulators and community ambulators
What are the key muscles that are still functional in a patient with a TL4-L5 SCI?
Low back muscles, medial hamstring, posterior tibialis, quadriceps and tibialis anterior
What level of injury is the most caudal to be able to produce at least a weak, but functional cough?
T4-T8
What effects will UE ergometry have on cardiac vitals?
Low Vo2 max, HR higher, Stroke volume lower, BP higher
What are 8 absolute indications to stop exercise with a cardiac patient?
Drop in systolic BP >10, Moderate to severe angina, increasing nervous system symptoms, signs of poor perfusion, technical difficulties with ECG, subject's desire to stop, sustained VT, ST elevation of >1.0 mm
What are 6 relative indications to stop exercise with a cardiac patient?
ST or QRS changes, arrhythmias other than sustained VT, fatigue (SOB, wheezing, leg cramps, claudication), development of bundle branch block, increasing chest pain, hypertenxive response (BP >250 sys, >115 dia)
What is tidal volume?
The amount of air that is inhaled and exhaled during normal resting breathing
What is residual volume?
The volume of air remaining in the lungs following a full or maximal expiration
What is expiratory reserve volume?
The volume of air that can be forcefully expelled following a normal expiration
What is inspiratory reserve volume?
The volume of air that can be forcefully breathed in following a normal inspiration
What is forced vital capacity?
The amount of air that is under volitional control (FVC = IRV + TV + ERV)
What is Forced expiratory volume?
The volume of air that can be forcefully expelled in 1 second following a full inspiration
What is the normal percent of air that can be exhaled in one second?
75%
What is total lung capacity?
The sum of the residual volume and forced vital capacity
What is Functional residual capacity?
The volume of air remaining in the lungs following a normal expiration
What is atelectasis?
The shrunken and airless state of part of the lung
How long should lifting, pushing or pulling be avoided after a CABG?
4-6 weeks
When should Phase 1 of cardiac rehab begin?
24 hours after patient stabilization
What are the symptoms of hyperventilation?
Respiratory alkalosis, decreased BP, vasoconstriction, syncope, marked anxiety, wrist crampings
What is orthopnea?
Difficulty breathing except in the sitting or standing position
What are the absolute contraindications for beginning cardiac rehab?
Acute MI, unstable angina, uncontrolled cardiac arrhythmias, Pulmonary embolism, acute myocarditis or pericarditis, acute aortic dissection
If a patient is having perfusion problems in the lungs on the R side, which side should you have them lay on?
Right
What are the relative contraindications for beginning cardiac rehab?
Left main coronary stenosis, moderate stenosis valvular heart disease, electrolyte abnormalities, severe arterial hypertension, tachyarrhythmias or bradyarrhythmias, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, mental or physical impairment, high degree AV block
What does frothy sputum indicate?
Pulmonary Edema
What does thick, clear sputum indicate?
Cystic fibrosis or conditions with chronic cough
What is hemoptysis?
Blood in the sputum
What are rales?
Discontinuous sounds heard primarily during inspiration
The presence of rales can indicate what?
air bubbles in secretions or movement of fibrotic tissue
Basilar rales can indicate what?
Left ventricular congestive heart failure
What are rhonchi?
Continous low-pitched, sonorous breath sounds that are most prominent during expiration
What does the presence of rhonchi indicate?
Asthma or chronic bronchitis
What is stridor?
A continuous adventitious sound of inspiration associated with upper airway obstruction
What are wheezes?
Continuous breath sounds that are high-pitched, sibilant and musical
What condition are wheezes often associated with?
Asthma
What are some of the signs/symptoms of COPD?
Increased resistance to airflow, often a history of smoking, abnormal breath sounds, use of accessory breathing muscles, increased chest size, dry or productive cough
What is the recommended frequency/duration for phase II cardiac rehab?
2-3 / wk, 30-60 minutes each w/ 5-10 minute warm up and cool down
What is the suggested exit point for phase II cardiac rehab?
9 MET functional capacity
When should strength training in phase II cardiac rehab start?
after 3 weeks of cardiac rehab, 5 weeks post MI, or 8 weeks post CABG
What condition is characterized as a genetically inherited disease, with thickening of secretions of ALL exocrine glands, leading to obstruction. It may present as an obstructive, restrictive or mixed disease
Cystic fibrosis
What are some of the signs/symptoms of Cystic Fibrosis?
Frequent respiratory infections, inability to gain weight, positive sweat electrolyte test, rales and wheezing, productive large amounts of mucoid sputum, hemoptysis
What conidtions is characterized as a permanent abnormal enlargement and destruction of air spaces distal to terminal bronchioles.
Emphysema
What are the signs/symptoms of emphysema?
Barreled chest, use of accessory muscle of ventilation, decreased breath sounds with/without wheezing, dyspnea
What is a good breathing technique to aid in respiration with patients who have emphysema?
Pursed lip breathing
Paradoxical motion of a portion of the ribcage during respiration indicates what?
Flail chest
Why would it not be a good idea to exercise Heart Failure patients in Supine or prone?
Can't breathe due to orthopnea
What is class I of the New York Heart Association Heart Failure Stages?
Mild HF, No limitation in physical activity up to 6.5 METs, comfortable at rest
What is class II of the New York Heart Association Heart Failure Stages?
Slight HF, slight limitation in physical activities up to 4.5 METs, ordinary activity results in fatigue, palpitations, dyspnea or anginal pain
How long after a person begins treatment for acute TB before they are considered noninfectious?
2 weeks
What is class III of the New York Heart Association Heart Failure Stages?
Marked limitation of physical activity (up to 3.0 METs), comfortable at rest, less than ordinary physical activity causes fatigue, palpiations, dyspnea or anginal pain
What is class IV of the New York Heart Association Heart Failure Stages?
Severe HF, unable to carry out any activity (1.5 METs) without discomfort, symptoms of ischemia, dyspnea, anginal pain present even at rest
What is Stage A of the American Heart Association Heart Failure Stages?
At high risk for HF but w/o structural heart disease or symptoms
What is Stage B of the American Heart Association Heart Failure Stages?
Structural heart disease but w/o signs or symptoms of HF
What is Stage C of the American Heart Association Heart Failure Stages?
Structural heart disease with prior or current symptoms
What is Stage D of the American Heart Association Heart Failure Stages?
Refractory HF requiring specialized interventions
What are the key muscles that are still functional in a patient with a C7 SCI?

Extensor pollicis longus and brevis, extrinsic finger extensors, flexor carpi radialis and triceps

With lymphadema massage, do you want to begin proximal or distal?
Proximal
What exercise should be avoided with patient who have lymphadema?
Strenuous activities, jogging, ballistic movements
What are the precautions for percussion?
Rib fractures, costal chondritis, hemoptysis, blood coagulation problems, dysarhythmias, pain, severe dyspnea, pneuothorax, increased bronchospasm
What modalities are contraindicated for lymphadema?
Ice, heat, hydrotherapy, sauna, contrast bath, parafiin
Why might compression stockings be contraindicated for lymphadema?
Too much compression could compress surface lymph capillaries
What is the compression rate for CPR?
100 / minute
What is the compression depth for CPR on an adult?
2 inches
What is the compression depth for CPR on a child or infant?
1/3 Chest depth
What is the compression to respiration ratio for CPR on an adult?
30:02:00
What is the compression to respiration ratio for CPR on a child or infant?
30:2 if 1 HCP, 15:2 if 2 HCP
What is the MET equivalent of resting
1 MET
What is the MET equivalent of walking 1 MPH?
2 MET
What is the MET equivalent of biking at 5 MPH?
3 MET
What is the MET of pulling a bag while walking while playing golf?
4 MET
What is the MET equivalent of painting a house?
5 MET
What is the MET equivalent of horse back riding?
6 MET
What is the MET equivalent of shoveling snow?
7 MET
What is the MET equivalent of playing basketball?
8-10+
What condition is characterized by failure or hypertrophy of the right ventricle resulting from disorders of the lungs, pulmonary vessel, or chest wall?
Cor Pulmonale
What ribs are considered true ribs?
1/6/2015
What ribs are considered false ribs?
7/10/2015
What ribs are considered floating ribs?
11 and 12
The parietal pleura covers what area?
Inner surface of thoracic cage
The visceral pleura covers what area?
Surrounds the lungs
How will Ventricular tachycardia show up on an ECG?
No P Waves
What does an inverted T wave suggest?
Ischemia
What does a wide QRS wave suggest?
Bundle Branch Heart Block
When a pt is able to achieve what MET level should they be discharged from Phase II cardiac rehab?
9 METs
How much is normal chest excursion during inspiration?
2-3 inches
What are the signs/symptoms of respiratory alkalosis?
Dizziness, syncope, tingling, numbness, early tetany
What are the signs/symptoms of respiratory acidosis?
Early: Anxiety, restlessness, dyspnea, headache. Late: Confusion, somnolence, coma
What are some causes of metabolic alkalosis?
Bicarbonate ingestion, vomiting, diuretics, steroids, adrenal disease
What are the signs/symptoms of metabolic alkalosis?
Weakness, mental dullness, possibly early tetany
What are some causes of metabolic acidosis?
Diabetic, lactic or uremic acidosis, prolong diarrhea
What are the signs/symptoms of metabolic acidosis?
Secondary hyperventilation, nausea, lethargy, coma
What is Stage I of the Obstructive Lung Disease?
Mild, individual may be unaware that lung function is abnormal
What is Stage II of the Obstructive Lung Disease?
Individuals typically seek medical attention because of chronic respiratory symptoms or an exacerbation of their disease
What is Stage III of the Obstructive Lung Disease?
Individuals experience greater shortness of breath, reduced exercise capacity, fatigue, impact on quality of life
What is Stage IV of the Obstructive Lung Disease?
Quality of life is very appreciably impaired and exacerbations may be life threatening
What is hirsutism?
Increased hair growth
What is the minimum value of Semmes-Weinstein monofilament needed for protective sensation?
5.07
What is stage I of a pressure ulcer?
nonblanchable erythema, Rversible with intervention
What is stage II of a pressure ulcer?
Partial thickness skin loss.
What is stage III of a pressure ulcer?
Full thickness skin defect that extends into the fat layer, but not through the fascia
What is stage IV of a pressure ulcer?
Full thickness skin defect that extends beyond the fascia into the muscle.
Arterial insufficiency ulcers are shallow or deep?
Deep
Arterial insufficiency ulcers are painful or not painful?
Painful
Venous insufficiency ulcers are shallow or deep?
Shallow
Arterial insufficiency ulcers are painful or not painful?
Not painful
What is the zone of coagulation?
Cells are irreversibly damaged and skin death occurs
What is the zone of stasis?
Contains injured cells that may die within 24 to 48 hours without specialized treatment
What is the zone of hyperemia?
Site of minimal cell damage and the tissue should recover within 7 days with no lasting ill effects
What skin layers does a first degree burn damage?
Epidermis only
What skin layer does a superficial second degree burn damage>?
Epidermis and upper layers of dermis
What skin layers does a deep second degree burn damage?
epidermis and most of the dermis including hair follicles, nerve endings and sweat glands
What are the two most common causes of bronchogenic carcinoma?
Smoking and occupation exposures
What skin layers does a third degree burn damage?
Epidermis, dermis and subcutaneous layers, some muscle damage
What skin layers does a fourth degree burn damage?
All skin layers along with muscle and bone damage
An anterior neck burn will usually form what kind of contracture?
Flexion
An anterior neck burn can be prevented from contracture how?
Cervical Hyperextension with a firm cervical brace
A shoulder burn will usually form what kind of contracture?
Adduction and IR
A shoulder burn can be prevented from contracture how?
Abduction and ER using an airplane splint
An elbow burn will usually form what kind of contracture?
Flexion and Pronation
An elbow burn can be prevented from contracture how?
Extenstion and Supination splint
A hand burn will usually form what kind of contracture?
Flexion and adduction
A hand burn can be prevented from contracture how?
Extension and abduction brace
With lymphadema massage, do you want to begin proximal or distal?
Proximal
A knee burn can be prevented from contracture how?
Extension, posterior knee splint
An ankle burn will usually form what kind of contracture?
Plantarflexion
An ankle burn can be prevented from contracture how?
Dorsiflexion or splinted in neutral with AFO
What condition is characterized as an autoimmune process that causes the adrenal glands to underproduce cortisol and aldosterone?
Addison's Disease
What are the signs/symptoms of Addison's Disease?
Hyperpigmentation of the skin and mucous membranes, progressive fatigue, GI disturbance, nausea, vomiting, weight loss, tendon calcification, hypoglycemia.
What condition is characterized as an oversecretion of cortisol by the adrenal cortex or long-term use of corticosteroids due to inflammatory disorders
Cushing's Disease
What are the signs/symptoms of Cushing's Disease?
Moon face appearance, cervical fat pad, truncal obesity, muscle wasting and weakness, osteoporosis, hypertension, easy bruising, depression, excessive facial hair, ruddy complexion, slow wound healing
What condition is characterized b\as a condition resulting from decreased thyroid hormone, causing generalised depression of metabolism. TSH levels are elevated
Hypothyroidism
What are the signs/symptoms of hypothyroidism?
Cold intolerance, excessive fatigue and lethargy, headaches, weight gain, dry skin, increasing thinness/brittleness of hair and nails, peripheral edema, peripheral neuropathy, proximal weakness
What conditions is characterized as a condition resulting from excess production of the thyroid hormone which results in generalized elevation of metabolism. TSH levels will be low
Hyperthyroidism
What are the signs/symptoms of hyperthyroidism?
Tachycardia, increased sweating, heat intolerance, increased appetite, dyspnea, weight loss, anxiety, goiter, exopthalmia,
What does Hyperparathyroidism cause?
Elevated calcium level and decreased serum phosphate. This causes bone demineralization.
What are the symptoms of hyperparathyroidism?
Proximal weakness, fatigue, drowsiness, arthralgia/myalgia, depression, glove/stocking sensory loss, osteopenia/fractures, confusion/memory loss, pancreatitis, gout, osteitis fibrosa cystica
What is the usual cause of hypoparathyroidism?
Removal of the parathyroid
What are the signs/symptoms of hypoparathyroidism?
Neck stiffness/muscle cramps, seizures, irritability, depression, skeletal muscle twitching, cardiac arrythmias, parasthesias, twitch of facial muscles
What is Type I Diabetes?
Inability of the pancreas to produce insulin
What is the clinical test for Diabetes?
Fasting blood glucose >126 or casual blood glucose >200 plus signs of Diabetes Mellitus
What are the signs/symptoms of hypoglycemia?
Blood glucose <50-60, skin is pale, cool, disoriented or agitated, headache, blurred vision, slurred speech, tachycardia with palpitations, weak/shaky, loss of consciousness
What are the signs/symptoms of hyperglycemia?
Blood glucose >180, skins is dry and flushed, fruity breath odor, frequent urination, unusual thirst, extreme hunger, unusual weight loss, extreme fatigue, iritability, blurred vision, fungal infections, dizziness
What are contraindications to exercise with diabetes patients?
Blood glucose >250 w/ evidence of urinary ketones or blood glucose >300 w/o evidence of urinary ketones, do not exercise during peak insulin times
What is atelectasis?
Collapsed or airless alveolar unit
When is insulin at its peak in the blood?
2-4 hours after injection
What should the patient do about their insulin dose before exercise?
Decrease by 30-35%
What should the patient do about their insulin does post exercise?
Decrease by 30%
How long after a meal is the idea time to exercise a diabetes patient?
1 hour
What should the diabetic patient due regarding carbohydrates before and after exercise?
Increase intake for 24 hours before and after
If blood glucose level is less than 70 before exercise what should be done?
A carbohydrate snack given and wait 15 minutes to retest
If blood glucose level is >250 before exercise what should be done?
Exercise should not be done
If blood glucose level is 70-100 before exercise what should be done?
Snack given if symptoms are present
Should patients with diabetes soak their feet?
No
What is the proper position and percussion to drain upper lobes apical segment?
Sitting back at 30 degrees, percussion between clavicle and scapula
What is the proper position and percussion to drain upper lobes posterior segment?
Sitting, leaning forward 30 degrees, percussion Upper back
What is the proper position and percussion to drain upper lobes anterior segment?
Lieing down with pillow under knees, percussion between clavicle and nipple
What is the proper position and percussion to drain right middle lobe?
Lieing down foot of bed elevated 16 inches, lays on left side and rotates 1/4 turn backward, percussion over the right nipple (or below breast)
What is the proper position and percussion to drain left upper lobe lingular segment?
Lieing down foot of bed elevated 16 inches, lays of right side and rotates 1/4 turn bacward, percussion over left nipple (or below breast)
What is the proper position and percussion to drain lower lobes anterior basal segment?
Lieing down foot of bed elevated 20 inches, lays on side w/ head down, percussion over lower ribs
What is the proper position and percussion to drain lower lobes lateral basal segment?
Lieing down foot of bed elevated 20 inches, lays on abdomen w/ head down, turns 1/4 turn upward, percussion over uppermost portion of lower ribs
What is the proper position and percussion to drain lower lobes posterior basal segment?
Lieing down foot of bed elevated 20 inches, lays on abdomen w/ head down, pillow under hips, percussion over lower ribs close to spine
What condition is characterized as an autosomal recessive hereditary disorder characterized by excessive absorption of iron by the small intestines
Hemochromatosis
What are the sigs/symptoms of hemochromatosis?
Arthropathy, arthralgias, myalgias, progressive weakness, bilateral pitting edema lower extremities, hyperpigmentation of the skin, CHF, loss of body hair, diabetes mellitus
What is the proper position and percussion to drain lower lobes superior segment?
Lieing down on flat table on abdomen, pillow under hips, percussion over middle of back at tip of scapula
What condition is characterized by excessive bone resportion and formation in a haphazard fashion producing bone that is larger, less compact, more vascular and more susceptible to fractures?
Paget's Disease
What nerve is affected with crutch palsy?
Radial
What artery is affected when leaning on a crutch too much?
Axillary
What is a heel insert commonly used for?
Heel spurs and plantar fasciitis
What is a scaphoid pad commonly used for?
Supporting longitudinal arch, pes planus
What is a semirigid plastic rearfoot insert commonly used for>
Rear foot eversion or inversion abnormalities
What is a metatarsal pad commonly used for?
Metatarsalgia
What is a metatarsal bar commonly used for?
Metatarsalgia
What is a Thomas, or medial heel wedge commonly used for?
Pronation abnormality
What is a lateral heel wedge commonly used for?
Supination abnormality
What are medial/lateral sole wedges commonly used for?
Realignment of metatarsals
The head and neck account for what percent according to the rule of 9s?
9%
The anterior trunk accounts for what percent according to the rule of 9s?
18%
The posterior trunk accounts for what percent according to the rule of 9s?
18%
The arm accounts for what percent according to the rule of 9s?
9%
The leg accounts for what percent according to the rule of 9s?
18%
The perineum accounts for what percent according to the rule of 9s?
1%
What are 4 common uses for a corset?
Increases intra-abdominal pressure, assists in respiration for SCI patients, relieves pain in back disorders, acts as SI support
What about a prosthetic for a BKA could cause excessive knee flexion in initial contact ?
High shoe heel, insufficient plantarflexion, stiff heel cusion, socket too far anterior, socket excessively flexed, cuff tabs too posterior
What about a prosthetic for a BKA could cause insufficient knee flexion in initial contact ?
Low shoe heel, excessive plantarflexion, soft heel cusion, socket too far posterior, socket insufficiently flexed
What about a prosthetic for a BKA could cause Exessive lateral thrust in midstance?
Excessive foot inset
What about a prosthetic for a BKA could cause excessive medial thrust in midstance?
Excessive foot outset
What about a prosthetic for a BKA could cause early knee flexion in late stance?
High shoe heel, insufficient plantarflexion, keel too short, dorsiflexion stop too soft, socket too anterior, socket excessively flexed, cuff tabs too posterior
What about a prosthetic for a BKA could cause Delayed knee flexion in late stance?
Low shoe heel, excessive plantarlfexion, keel too long, dorsiflexion stop too stiff, socket too posterior, socket not flexed enough
What about a prosthetic for a AKA could cause abduction in stance?
Long prosthesis, abducted hip joint, inadequate lateral wall adduction, sharp or high medial wall
What about a prosthetic for a AKA could cause circumduction in swing?

Long prosthesis, locked knee unit, loose friction, inadequate suspension, small socket, loose socket, foot plantarflexed

A knee burn can be prevented from contracture how?
Extension, posterior knee splint
What about a prosthetic for a AKA could cause forward flexion in stance?
Unstable knee unit, short walker or crutches
What about a prosthetic for a AKA could cause lordosis in stance?
Inadequate socket flexion
What about a prosthetic for a AKA could cause medial/lateral whip in heel off?
Faulty socket contour, knee bolt externally (internally) rotated foot malrotated, prosthesis donned in malrotation
What about a prosthetic for a AKA could cause foot rotation in heel contact?
Stiff heel cushion, malrotated foot
What about a prosthetic for a AKA could cause high heel rise in Early swing?
Inadequate friction, slack extension aid
What about a prosthetic for a AKA could cause terminal impact in late swing?
Inadquate friction, taut extension aid
What about a prosthetic for a AKA could cause vaulting in swing?
Long prosthesis, locked knee unit, loose friction, inadequate suspension, small socket, loose socket, foot plantarflexed
What about a prosthetic for a AKA could cause hip hike in swing?
Long prosthesis, locked knee unit, loose friction, inadequate suspension, small socket, loose socket, foot plantarflexed
What about a prosthetic for a AKA could cause Uneven step length in swing?
Uncomfortable socket, insufficient socket flexion
What are the contraindications for parrafin bath?
Allergic rash, open wounds, recent scars and sutures, skin infections
What are the contraindications for cryotherapy?
Impaired circulation, impaired sensation, peripheral vascular disease, prolonged application over superficial nerves
What is a positive CD4 count for HIV?
500-1200
What are the contraindications for general deep thermotherapy?
Acute infections, impaired circulation, malignancy, thoracic area containing pacemaker, very young or very old patients
What is the proper amount of weight for cervical traction?
20-30 pounds
What is the proper amount of weight for lumbar traction?
25-65 pounds
What is the best neck position to effect C1-C4 in traction?
0-5 degrees flexion
What is the best neck position to effect C5-C7 in traction?
20-30 degrees flexion
What is the preferred lumbar traction position for spinal stenosis?
Hips at 90 degrees
What is the preferred lumbar traction position for disc herniation?
Supine
What are contraindications for traction?
impaired cognitive function, spinal tumors and infections, sponylolisthesis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporisis, very young or very old, vascular compromise
What are contraindications for intermittent compression?
Acute inflammation or infection, acute deep venous thrombosis or pulmonary edema, arterial insufficiency, cancer, diminished skin sensation, kidney or cardiac insufficiency, hypertension, cognitive dysfunction, obstructed lymph channels, very young and very old
What are contraindications for continuous passive motion?
Thrombophlebitis or DVT, pain/edema/inflammation during use,
What are contraindications for tilt table?
Unstable fractures, confused or anxious
What are contraindications for massage?
Acute inflammation or febrile condition, severe atherosclerosis or varicose veins, phlebitis and thrombophlebitis, areas of recent surgery, cardiac arrhythmia, malignancy, hypersensitivity, severe rheumatoid arthritis, hemorrhage in area, edma secondary to kidney dysfunction, venous insufficiency
What are contraindications for electrotherapy?
healing fractures, areas of active bleeding, malignancies or phlebitis in treatment area, superficial metal implants, pharyngeal or laryngeal muscles, demand-type pace maker, myocardial disease
What are contraindications for iontophoresis?
Impaired skin sensation, allergy or sensitivity to therapeutic agent or direct current, recent scars/cuts/bruises/broken skin, metal in or near area
What are contraindications for TENS?
Demand-type pacemaker, over chest area of patients with cardiac dysfunctions, over eyes etc, application to mucosal membranes
What are the common settings for high rate TENS?
Frequency: 75-120, pulse width: 50-100
What are the common setting for acupuncture-like TENS?
Frequency: 1-4, pulse width:150-300
What are the common settings for brief intense TENS?
Frequency: 150, Pulse width: 300
What is the purpose of brief intense TENS?
To provide pain relief for painful procedures
What is the normal NCV time in an UE nerve?
50m/sec
What is the normal NCV time in a LE nerve?
60m/sec
What is tumor stage 0?
Carcinoma in situ
What is tumor stage I
Tumor is localized, equal to or less than 2 cm, has not spread to lymph nodes
What is tumor stage II?
Tumor is locally advanced; 2-5 cm with or without lymph node involvement
What is tumor stage III?
Tumor is locally more advanced; spread to lymph nodes
What is tumor stage IV?
The tumor has metastacized, or spread to other organs throughout the body
What is cancer grade I?
Cancer cells resemble normal cells and are slow growing
What is cancer grade II?
Cancer cells look more abnormal and are slightly faster growing
What is cancer grade III?
Cancer cells are abnormal grow or spread more aggressively
What is cancer grade IV?
Cancer cells are abnormal
What is the proper wheelchair ramp height to distance ratio?
12:01
With a platelet count of 50,000-150,000 what is the proper exercise precautions?
Some limitations
With a platelet count of 30,000-50,000 what is the proper exercise precautions?
Moderate exercise
With a platelet count of 20,000-30,000 what is the proper exercise precautions?
light exercise
With a platelet count <20,000 what is the proper exercise precautions?
ROM, ADLs, walking, with physician approval
With a white blood count of >5000 what is the proper exercise prcautions?
Light or regular exercise
With a white blood count of <5000 with fever what is the proper exercise precautions?
No exercise
With a white blood count of <1000 what is the proper exercise precautions?
No exercise
With a hemoglobin count of >10 what is the proper exercise precautions?
Normal exercise
With a hemoglobin count of 8-10 what is the proper exercise precautions?
Light exercise
With a hemoglobin count of <8 what is the proper exercise precautions?
No exercise
With a hematocrit count of >25% what is the proper exercise precautions?
Light or regular exercise
With a hematocrit count of <25% what is the proper exercise precautions?
No exercise