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What is the difference btw a pt and client?
Pt = individual w/ impairments & functional limitations dx by a PT

client = individual w/o diagnosed dysfunction
What 2 factors does the ICF model have that the Nagi model doesn't?
1. Environmental
2. Personal Factors
Red flags for:

1. Cancer
2. Cardiovascular
3. GI/genitourinary
4. Neurological
1. Night pain, unexplained wt loss, lumps, fatigue...
2. SOB, dizziness, chest pain, discoloration...
3. Abdominal pain, N/V, heartburn, menstrual...
4. HAs, swallowing, speech, hearing, vision...
What is the functional unit w/in each muscle fiber?
sarcomere (actin + myosin)
DOMS is more severe w/ eccentric or concentric exercises?
eccentric
arthrokinematics:

1. convex on concave =
2. concave on convex =
1. opposite
2. same
is the roll or glide usually lost with motion?

how do we tx this?
1. glide
2. jt mobs
COM is located at what level?
S2
Define stability?
COM w/in BOS
method of vector composition?
1. tip to tail method
2. parallelogram
most common type of lever in our bodies?
Type 3
Define fibroplasia
active scar formation
Name 4 stage of healing...
1. acute
2. repair
3. remodeling
4. chronic inflammation
MRI...

T1 is for...
T2 is for...
T1 = ST anatomy
T2 = fluid & pathology
Which tissue has the best healing capacity?
bone
Define Wolf's law...

What is Davis' law?
Bone remodels based on loads and stresses its subjected to

Davis' = same as above but for CT
Define Paget's
excessive bony turnover
1. which vertebrae have transverse foramina?

2. whats its purpose
1. Cervical

2. transmit vertebral a.
what is the only ligament to prevent hyperextension of the vertebral column?
ALL
which ligament limits IV disc herniation?
PLL
True/False:

Fibula is a part of the knee jt
False
what is the medial ligament of the ankle known as?
deltoid
what is the #1 force of mandible depression?
gravity
only ADDuctor to cross the knee?
gracilis
which HS muscle is used for graph ACL reconstruction?
semitendinosis
what is the order of structures in the femoral triangle?
V.A.N. (medial -> lateral)
What is the ratio for scapulohumeral rhythm?
2:1

2 = GH
1 = scapulothoracic
at the elbow jt which band of the UCL is the strongest?
anterior
what muscles do hip ER?
quadratus femoris
glute max
piriformis
True/False:

Brachioradialis crossed the wrist?
false
which muscle is the primary supinator?
Bicep Brachii
With a musculotaneous n. injury are flexion and supination still possible?
yes - b/c brachioradialis, pronator teres, and supinator
at what stage of healing of a fx does a clinical union occur?
stage 3 = hard callus
what is clinical healing?
absence of pain at the site, no pain on WB and return of normal limb function
what fiber type are postural mm.
Type 1 = endurance mm.
Name 4 structures that make up the Barrel of the Core
1. TrA
2. multifidus
3. Diaphragm
4. Pelvic Floor
whats the difference btw structural and functional scoliosis?
Structural = rotational bony changes of the vertebrae

functional = tight concave muscles and weak convex muscles; can be caused by LLD
_________ scale for hypermobility
Beighton
End feels:

1. Boggy
2. Springy
3. Bony
4. Empty
5. Muscle Spasm
1. d/t swelling
2. rebound felt at end of range; suggest torn meniscus or cartilage
3. osteophyte or bone fragment w/in jt
4. limited d/t pain
5. prolonged muscle contraction
Capsular Patterns:

1. GH jt
2. ulnohumeral
3. hip
1. ER, ABD, IR
2. flexion, extension
3. flexion, ABD, IR
define atrophy
loss of sarcomeres secondary to disuse or immobilization
Name functional tests for LE
1. SL balance
2. DL squat
3. SL squat
4. step up/down
5. hopping
Vascular lesions causing impaired sensations:

1. UE = ________

2. LE = ________
1. opera glove
2. stocking
grading for DTRs
0 = absent
1 = hypo
2 = normal
3 = hyper
4 = clonus
what NR are the following DTRs testing:

1. patellar tendon
2. achilles
3. bicep brachii
4. triceps
1. L3-L4
2. S1-S2
3. C5-C6
4. C7
1. pathological reflexes are indicative of what?

2. list some...
1. CNS lesion

2. clonus, babinski, hoffman's chaddock's
CRPS:

-stage 1 =
-stage 2 =
-stage 3 =
1. hyperalgesia/allodynia, edema, increased warmth, skin dry, redness

2. pain almost always present, edema hard, jt stiffness, neither warm/cold, skin thin glossy, osteoporotic changes

3. pain spreads proximally, edema harders, SNS regulation decreases, skin thin shiny, bony demineralization leads to atrophic fingers/toes
which bacterial infection has thick yellow crust "honey" in appearance?
impetigo
viral infections reside in the ____1___

2. how do they present?
1. DRG

2. clear vesicles along dermatomal patterns
ABCDs of Melanoma
A = asymmetry
B = Border irregularity
C = color
D = diameter (> pencil eraser)
Is OA or RA an inflammatory autoimmune disease?
RA
Clinical criteria for OA
joint pain +

1. age > 50
2. stiffness < 30 min
3. crepitus
4. Bony tenderness
5. Bony enlargement
6. No palpable warmth

**at least 3: sensitivity = 95% specificity = 69%
at least 4: sensitivity = 84% specificity = 89%
Fibromyalgia = + pain in ____1____ out of ___2___ tender points
1. 11
2. 18
Contraindications for RA pts
1. vigorous C-spine extension, stretching, or traction

2. prolonged heat, stretching, or manipulation across swollen jts
what are reasons for revision arthroplasty?
1. remove old implant d/t loosening
2. after fx or infection
when is a reverse TSA indicated?
with irreparable RTC damage

**deltoid becomes the primary shoulder elevator
what are 2 goals of ST mobs?
1. relax tissue, decrease spasm
2. tissue mobs (cross friction)
cross friction massage aligns ____1____ fibers along lines of ___2___
1. collagen
2. stress

**want to get rid of adhesions
what is the difference btw a mobilization and manipulation?
mobilization = increase mobility and/or decrease pain

manipulation = increasing jt mobility; HVLA
name 3 effects of jt mobs
1. neurophysiological (GTOs = relax m.spindles = contract)
2. nutritional
3. mechanical
if your pt has limited DF, what functional task do you have them do?
walk down stairs
Loose packed vs closed packed
loose packed = position of jt where there is max jt space

open packed = jt space is congruent
with jt mobs, the ___1___ is always in the tx plane
1. elbow

**direction of movement is parallel (glide) or perpendicular (distraction)
Maitland Grades I-IV
I = small amplitude
II = large amplitude at midrange
III = large amplitude at end range
IV = small amplitude at end range
V = HVLA
1. which maitland grades are for pain relief?

2. which are for mobility?
1. all of them (1 & 2 for acute more so)
2. 3-5
which direction would you mob?

1. GH ABD
2. GH ER
3. NWB knee ext
4. WB knee ext
5. NWB ankle DF
6. WB ankle DF
1. humerus inferiorly
2. humerus anterior
3. tibia anterior
4. femur posterior
5. talus posterior
6. tibia anterior
CPR for spinal manipulation
1. hypermobile L-spine segment
2. pain < 16 days
3. radicular/referred pain not past the knee
4. hip IR at least 35˚, at least one hip
5. low score of FBAQ (< 19)
when do hyper- and hypomobile pts become unstable?
when they lose neuromuscular control
Muscle spindles:
-sensitive to ___1___ and ___2___ stretch
-___3___ muscle when activated

GTOs:
-sensitive to ___4___
-___5___ muscle when activated
1. rate
2. tonic
3. contracts
4. tension
5. inhibits
Stress strain curve:

-toe region =
-elastic region =
-plastic region =
-toe region = taking up slack
-elastic region = tissue will return to original size
-plastic region = permanent deformation
hold relax = ______
reflexive inhibition = use the GTO to turn off contractile tissue
Overload Principle


when do you reach this stage?
To improve strength, muscle must be worked at a level higher than it is accustomed to

when the pt breas form
at what ages do men and women muscle mass peak?
women = 16-20
men = 12-25
how long does it take for hypertrophy of fibers?

how long does it take for increased cross sectional area?
4 wks

8 wks
what is the rationale for isometric exercise?
activation
Compare the intensity of exercises for young athletes, healthy adults, and older adults
young athletes = low intensity (12-15 reps)
increase reps instead of load

healthy adults = 8-15 rep max w/ 1-3 sets

older adults = low resistance and low reps
cardiovascular response to exercise
1. vasoconstriction to non-exercising muscles (viscera)

2. linear effect on HR
what is the intensity requirements for aerobic training?
20-30 min @ 60-70% HRmax
PARQ
Physical Activity Readiness Scale
what is the #1 predictor of injury?
previous injury
range limiting muscles are ________
antagonist

**the muscles getting stretched
what are some balance strategies?
1. ankle strategy (AP plane)
2. wt. shift (lateral)
3. suspension
4. hip strategy
5. stepping strategy
why do you have to be extra careful with aquatic therapy with MS and post-polio pts?
compromised thermoregulation
water level vs. BW %

1. C7
2. xiphoid process
3. ASIS
1. 10%
2. 30 %
3. 50%
_______ = direct transfer of E btw 2 objects in physical contact w/ each other
Conduction

i.e. - ice packs, moist heat packs, paraffin
_______ = mediums move across body causing variations
convection

i.e. - whirlpool, fluidotherapy
______ = changes other E forms into heat
conversion

i.e. - US, microwave
______ = heat is absorbed by liquid on the skins surface and cools the skin as it turns into a gaseous state
evaporation

i.e. - vapocoolant sprays, alcohol
law of grotthus draper
inverse relationship btw absorption and penetration

** > E that is absorbed by superficial tissue, < remains to be transmitted deeper
"gate control" theory of pain modulation
Block pain impulse with ascending A-beta input

**occurs in SC

i.e. - pinching yourself during a shot
Cryotherapy:

what should you consider w/ ice vs flex-i-cold pack
flex-i-cold doesn't under go a phase change, therefore, warms up faster

Flex-i-cold can get beyond freezing, therefore, needs a towel btw it and skin. **ice doesn't need a towel btw.

use 20-30 min **use a towel w/ ice if >30 min
When do you use cryo- vs thermotherapy?
Cryotherapy:
-acute inflammation
-pain control

Thermotherapy:
-decrease m. spasm
-increase blood flow/metabolic effects
-pain w/o inflammation
Direct Current (DC) vs Alternating Current (AC)
DC = continuous unidirectional flow (i.e. = iontophoresis)

AC = continuous bidirectional flow (i.e. = sine wave for
e-stim)
How are electrically elicited contractions different that voluntary contractions?
large (type II) to small (type I) recruitment
What information does and EMG provide?
feedback info about skeletal m. activity and voluntary control. **Does not quantify a contraction

EMG = electromyography
what is the orientation of the Head of Humerus in the GH jt?
medially
superiorly (130-150˚ = angle of inclination)
posteriorly (30˚ = retrotorsion) **scapular plane
Arthrokinematics:

1. GH ER w/ arm at side

2. GH ER in ABD
1. convex on concave

2. spin
1. Name the ligaments of the GH jt?

2. Name the stabilizing mm. of the GH jt.
1. Superior GHL, middle GHL, inferior GHL (anterior and posterior bands, and axillary pouch), coracohumeral

2. supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, subscapular
GH: ST

what is the setting phase?
rotation for the first 30˚ is primarily GH as the scapula "sets" itself to perform functions
ST motion is a combination of _____ and _____
AC and SC motion
what mm. are working during arm elevation?
Deltoid + supraspinatus = conc. elevation

"ITS" = humeral head depression, compression, ER

Long head of Biceps = humeral head depression

upper trap = clavicle elevation and retraction

middle trap = stabilizes ST jt

lower strap = scapula upward rotation, stabilize ST jt

SA = scapula upward rotation, posterior tilt, ER

rhomboids = stabilize ST jt ecc. (prevent protraction)
Open Pack Position for shoulder
55˚ ABD
30˚ Flexion
neutral IR/ER
RTC tendinopathy:

-intrinsic
-primary extrinsic
-secondary extrinsic
-internal extrinsic
intrinsic = degeneration, hypovascularity, hypervascularity

primary extrinsic = inflammation (RTC, bursa, AC), anatomy (acromion shape, osteophytes, AC hypertrophy, size mismatch), biomechanics (scap dyskinesia, GH arthokinematics)

secondary extrinsics = impingement 2˚ instability

internal extrinsics = GIRD
GIRD
Glenohumeral IR Deficit

-tight posterior capsule w/ lax anterior capsule
Traumatic subluxation or dislocation is usually in what direction?
anterior 95% = ABD + ER
1. Bankart lesion

2. Hills Sachs lesion

3. Reverse Hills Sachs lesion

4. SLAP lesion
1. anterior labrum (subscapularis) detachment w/ osseous defect on anterioinferior glenoid rim; assoc w/ ant. dislocation

2. posterior lateral humeral head compression fx; assoc. w/ ant. dislocation

3. anterior lateral humeral head compression fx; assoc. w/ post. dislocation

4. Superior Labrum Anterior Posterior (LHB)
AC Separation:

-Type I
-Type II
-Type III
1. sprain of AC ligaments

2. Ruptured AC ligaments + sprain of coracoclavicular ligament

3. Rupture of Both sets of ligaments

**acromion displaced inferiorly
3 most common locations of compression of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?
1. interscalene triangle (Adson)
2. costoclavicular space (Allen & Roos)
3. subpectoral triangle
Compare TSA vs RTSA
TSA:
-Convex humeral head
-Concave glenoid

RTSA:
-Concave humeral head
-Convex glenoid
-more stable & less risks
-≤ 90˚ elevation
Describe the ligaments of the vertebrae:

1. Supraspinous
2. Ligamentum Flavum
3. Anterior Longitudinal (ALL)
4. Posterior Longitudinal (PLL)
5. capsular ligaments
1. btw SPs
**Ligamentum Nuchae = excessively developed in c-spine
2. btw pedicles
3. anterior to vertebral body = restricts ext
4. posterior to vertebral body = restricts flexion
5. around apophyseal jts
describe the orientation of the apophyseal jts at cervical, thoracic, and lumbar levels
C-spine = tilted 45˚ in frontal plane "rise"

T-spine = frontal plane "bow your heads"

L-spine = sagittal plane "pray"
Describe the ligaments of the AA jt:

1. transverse ligament
2. tectorial membrane
3. Alar ligaments
1. posterior to dens - keeps dens from moving onto SC

2. Covers the dens and the ligaments

3. "check" ligaments - 2 ligaments, 1 on either side of the dens, respectively resisting axial rotation
In what spinal region do we get the most osteokinematic motion?
C-spine
C-spine:

RE: the foraminal space, does flexion open/close it?

what about extension?
flexion = opens the space

extension = closes the space

**foraminal space = where NR exit
Describe the osteokinematics of protraction and retraction of the head in terms of upper and lower c-spine
Protraction = upper ext + lower flexion

Retraction = upper flexion + lower ext

**lower c-spine follows the head
Re: IVD failure, what is the creep effect?
-injury d/t not allowing the tissue to return to normal btw loads

-may have a safe load, but a load sustained over time can create structural changes and increase the potential for injury
Describe the following types of herniated disc...

1. bulging/protruding
2. prolapsed/ruptured
3. extrusions
1. AF intact but failing

2. AF ruptured and NP protruding

3. segment of NP separated from core 2˚ AF closing off and trying to heal
At what level do most cervical IVD herniations occur?
#1 C6-C7

#2 C5-C7
CPR for cervical radiculopathy
1. ULTT A (median n. @ 110˚)
2. Spurling (rot toward affected side + compress)
3. distraction
4. cervical rotation < 60˚

**f/u with a dermatome/myotome exam
**need 3 out of 4

2+ = 56% Specificity
3+ = 94% Specificity
4+ = 99% Specificity
What are the C-spine Clearing Tests?
1. VAI insufficiency
2. sharp-purser
3. transverse ligament stress test
4. alar ligament test
Define the following terms:

1. spondylolisthesis
2. myelopathy
3. stenosis
1. superior vertebrae slipping anterior on and inferior

2. SC encroachment (b/b symptoms, spasticity, Bilat sensory/motor deficits)

3. narrowing on spinal canal
Describe the difference btw opening and closing patterns of Facet Impingement
opening = decreased rot to R w/ pain on L

closing = decreased rot to R w/ pain on R
Symptoms of VAI/VBI:
tinnitus
dizziness
nystagmus
nausea
throbbing
confusion

**test in supine + cervical ext + lat flex + rot
what principle guide MDT and the McKenzie approach to LBP
-centralization and peripheralization of pain/symptoms

**measure ROM before and after Tx to indicate if the Tx is correct
What are the 3 MDT classifications
1. Derrangement (reducible and irreducible)
-flexion increases pain and decreases ROM
-extension decreases pain and increases ROM

2. Dysfunction
-symptoms present 6-8 wks
-repeated movements have no lasting effects
-pain intermittent, at end range, local

3. Postural
-no underlying pathology
-younger pts
Treatment for...

1. Derrangement
2. Dysfunction
3. Postural
1. reduction, maintenance, recovery prevention

2. stretching to lengthen tissues

3. postural correction and education
For any screening tool you want to have high _________
sensitivity = if its negative r/o
What tool do you use to tell you if radiographs are indicated w/ cervical pain?
Canadian C-sine Rule:
1. high risk factors that mandate radiograph? (yes)
2. low risk factors that allow safe assessment? (no)
3. AROM ≥ 45˚? (no)

**f/u with instability exam if exam is cleared
Neck Pain Classification System
1. Mobility
2. Centralization
3. Conditioning & Increase Exercise Tolerance
4. Pain Control
5. Reduce HA

**has not been validated YET!
what is the on:off for traction
3:1 usually 30 sec: 10 sec

**by 7 sec you should have max separation
Name the 3 portions of the MCL of the elbow and their purpose

Name the 2 portions of the UCL of the elbow and their purpose
MCL:
1. anterior - taut in extension (strongest)
2. posterior - taut in flexion
3. transverse/oblique

UCL:
1. radial collateral - blends w/ annular ligament for rotation stability
2. ulnar collateral - taut in flexion
what is the best way to improve arthokinematics at the elbow?
distraction b/c of the bony block anteriorly and posteriorly
How do you distinguish btw pathology at the humeroulnar jt vs radiohumeral jt.
HU:
-pain w/ extension more comfortable w/ flexion
-open pack = 70˚ flex + 10˚ supination

RH:
-pain w/ flexion more comfortable w/ ext
-open pack = extension + supination
Compare the Proximal vs Distal RU jts.

1. radius
2. ulna
3. glide for pronation
4. glide for supination
1. Prox = convex Distal = concave
2. Prox = concave Distal = convex
3. Prox = posterior Distal = anterior
4. Prox = anterior Distal = posterior
What structure compose the TFCC
TFCC = triangular fibrocartilage complex

1. UCL
2. Ulnar carpal ligament
3. articular disc

**primary stabilizer of the distal RU jt
Law of Parsimony
Body wants to use the least amount of Energy for movement, therefore, it recruits the smallest mm. first

i.e. - aconeus -> triceps
order of recruitment for wrist extension
ECRB -> ECU -> ECRL

**ECRB is most involved w/ lateral epicondylitis = why we test resistance of 3rd digit when Dx
stabilize the wrist is _______ extension for stronger grip
35˚

**want to limit active insufficiency
Elbow/shoulder Relationship:

OKC or NWB
-pronation = ___1___
-supination = ___2___

CKC or WB
-pronation = ___3___
-supination = ___4___
1. IR
2. ER

3. ER
4. IR

**Supination = distal radius/ulna parallel
Pronation = distal radius/ulna twisted
What is the difference btw wartenberg's sign and wartenberg's syndrome
Wartenberg's Sign = inability to ADD 5th digit from an ABD position d/t ulnar n. entrapment @ Guyon's Canal

Wartenberg's Syndrome = entrapment of superficial radial n. (sensory) @ 1st dorsal wrist compartment = EPB + APL
re: nerve entrapment, "interosseous" involvement indicates what?
motor involvement only!!

-posterior interosseous = weak finger ext
-anterior interosseous = weak finger flexors + pronation
Which UCL test has he best sensitivity and specificity
Moving Valgus Stress Test

-Sensitivity = 75%
-Specificity = 100%

**valgus stress t/o ROM
Lateral Epicondylitis/algia Tests
1. resisted wrist extension

2. stretch = elbow ext + wrist flexion

3. resisted extension of 3rd digit
What is Tommy John Surgery for
UCL repair
-use palmaris longs or HS
-return to sports ~ 6-12 months
-need 5/5 strength and full functional ROM before initiation of throwing progression

**common in throwing athlete's d/t UCL instability -> medial elbow pain during cocking and acceleration phases of throwing
What is the biggest precaution s/p Total Elbow Arthroplasty (TEA)?
No WB 6-8 wks b/c triceps are taken off to place the prosthesis

Hols isolated triceps 10-12 wks!!
What is the best treatment approach for lateral epicondylitis?
Combined tx approach (deep friction, US, and exercise)
describe double v tension in the wrist?
ulnar deviation:
-lateral leg of Palmar Intercarpal pulls proximal row
-Palmar ulnocarpal stabilizes distal row

radia deviation:
-medial leg of Palmar Intercarpal pulls proximal row
-Palmar radiocarpal stabilizes distal row
List the mm. in the thenar evidence that are impaired w/ CTS
-APB
-FPB
-Opponens Pollicis
1. Name 2 Extrinsic Palmar ligaments

2. Name 3 Extrinsic Dorsal ligaments
1. Palmar Ulnocarpal - taut w/ ext + ulnar deviation
Palmar Radiocarpal - taut w/ ext

2. Dorsal Radiocarpal - taut in flexion
Radial Collateral ligament - taut w/ ulnar deviation
Ulnar Collateral ligament - TFCC
wrist swelling is best viewed from which views?
dorsal and radial
which part of the scaphoid takes the longest to heal?
proximal
1. colles fx

2. smith's fx

3. ganglion cyst
1. wrist/hand displaced dorsally

2. wrist/hand displaced anteriorly

3. mechanical fault over tendon
what movement agitates VISI?

DISI?
VISI = extension

DISI = flexion

**lunate dislocated dorsally
1. Reagan's test

2. Murphy's Sign

3. Piano Keys Test
1. stabilize triquetrum and move lunate anterior/posterior

2. 3rd MC even with 4th and 5th 2˚ lunate dislocation

3. Dorsal spring on distal ulna (TFCC instability)
Klenbock's disease
AVN of necrosis of carpals
describe wrist involvement 2˚ RA
-radial deviation of wrist
-ulnar deviation of MCPs d/t ulnar pull of tendons
1. What is DeQuervain's Syndrome

2. How do you test for it?
1. tenosynovitis of dorsal wrist (EPB + AbdPL)

2. Finkelstein Test
Which Special test has the highest specificity for CTS?
Direct Compression Test
CMC:

2nd + 3rd = _______

4th + 5th = _______
stable

mobile
4th and 5th MC _____ to increase grip strength
drop
How do you facilitate 1st CMC flexion/extension?

ABD/ADD?
flexion = medial/ulnar
extension = lateral/radial
ABD = Dorsal
ADD = Palmar
describe the motion of 1st CMC opposition
1 = ABD
2 = flexion + medial rotation
What is the purpose of Palmer (volar) plates
-block hyperextension
-MCP, PIP, DIP

**1st MCP has 2 sesamoid bones

**check rein ligaments (only PIP reinforce plates
Explain the Extensor Mechanism:
1. EDC
2. Central band
3. Lateral Bands
4. Dorsal Hood
1. distal attachment, splits before PIP into central + 2 lateral bands, extends MCP

2. attaches to middle phalanx, extends PIP

3. attaches to distal phalanx, extends DIP

4. stablizes intrinsics to extrinsics = transfers force from lumbricals + interossei to extend PIP and DID
Lumbricals
-PIP and DIP extension (pulls on lateral bands on extensor hood)
-MCP flexion

2-3 = median n.
4-5 = ulnar n.
Interossei
-PAD
-DAB
-flex MCP
What do the following indicate:

1. clubbing of nails
2. spoon nails
1. COPD, nutritional deficiencies

2. anemia, iron deficiency
1. Z deformity

2. Ape Hand

3. Bishop's Deformity

4. Sweater Finger
1. MCP flexion + IP ext

2. Thenar wasting d/t median n. injury

3. hypothenar wasting d/t ulnar n. palsy

4. FDP rupture **ring finger
1. Swan Neck deformity

2. Boutonniere deformity

3. trigger finger

4. mallet finger
1. hyperext PIP (volar plate rupture) + flex DIP
**also common w/ RA

2. Flexed PIP (extensor hood) + ext DIP

3. finger gets stuck in flexion d/t stenosis of flexor sheath causing FDP/FDS to get stuck

4. DIP flexion d/t rupture of lateral band
when can you no longer do a direct repair for tendon laceration of the hand?
> 3wks after injury, must use a graft

**surgical repair when flexor > 60% and extensor > 50% torn
Kehr's Sign

McBernie's Point
-Spleen referring pain to L tip of shoulder

-btw umbilicis and ASIS = appendicitis
gallbladder can refer pain where?
LBP
Waddell's Sign
**at least 3 of the following

1. Tenderness
2. Simulation Tests (axial loading & acetabular rotation)
3. Distraction Tests (sitting SL ext & dbl leg raise)
4. regional disturbances (weakness & sensory)
5. overreaction
Lumbosacral angle
angle btw L5-S1

increases w/ APT = increases sheer forces
decreases w/ PPT
1. Spinal Stenosis

2. Cauda Equina

3. ankylosing spondylitis
1. Narrowing of spinal canal
**pts are flexion biased

2. urinary retention, saddle paresthesia, loss b/b, great toe flexion weakness

3. LBP, tender SI, chronic inflammatory disease
Low Back CPR
1. Pain < 16 days
2. hip IR > 35˚
3. no radicular symptoms past knee
4. FABQ < 19
5. hypomobility of spine

**≥ 4 + = 95% success
≥ 3 + = 68% success
stay < _______ N of disc compression w/ exercises for minimal risk of injury
< 3,500 N

-Quadruped + SL extension = < 2500
-Quadruped + SL ext + arm ext = > 3000
-prone Bilat UE + LE raise = 4000-6000!!
-side plank = 2500 **QL important lateral stabilizer
SI joint:

-counternutation

-nutation
counternutation = sacral ext =ilium ant + sacral base post

nutation = sacral flex = ilium post + sacral base ant
Anterior Pelvic Tilt:

-L-spine = ____
-sacrum = ____
-hip = _____
-L-spine = extended
-sacrum = flexed
-hip = flexed
Posterior Pelvic Tilt:

-L-spine = ____
-sacrum = ____
-hip = _____
-L-spine = flexed
-sacrum = extended
-hip =extended
when does flexion and extension of the sacrum occur?
end range b/c ligaments are becoming taut
Right on Right Sacral Torsion

Left on Right Sacral Torsion
R on R = Sacrum faces to the R on a R OA

L on R = Sacrum faces to the L on a R OA
Pelvic Fx:

Type A

Type B

Type C
Type A = ilium fx

Type B = separation of pubic symphysis "open book"

Type C = SI articulation disrupted
Muscle Energy:

1. Anterior Rotation of Ilium
2. Posterior Rotation of Ilium
3. Inflare
4. Outflare
5. R on R OA
1. resisted hip ext
2. resisted hip flex
3. FABER + resisted ADD
4. FADIR + resisted ABD
5. Resisted R ER of hip in prone
increased anteversion will result in decreased ___1___

decreased anterversion will result in decreased ___2___

3. what test do you use to assess ante version?
1. ER
2. IR
3. Craig's test
All 3 ligaments of the hip limit what motion?
extension

1. Iliofemoral (inverted Y)
-restricts ext
-superior = restricts ADD
-inferior = restrictis ABD

2. pubofemoral
-restricts ext and ABD

3. ishciofemoral
-restricts ext and IR
Lumbo-Pelvic Rhythm
pelvis will move ipsilateral to the L-spine if the head moves out of neutral
**flexion

Pelvis will move contralateral to L-spine if head stays in neutral
**APT
________ group can function as hip flexors and extensors
ADDuctors

**tweak alert!!
Early ambulation decreases what 3 complications?
1. pneumonia
2. decubiti
3. delirium
Why do OA pts lean to the painful side when ambulating?
to decrease the JRF
1.Which THA approach is most common?

2. what are some assoc. precautions?
1. Posteriolateral

2. Flexion > 90˚, ADD (crossing ankles), dont bend over to pick something up from the floor **12 wk minimum
Hip pathology: anterior

1. Snapping hip
2. Bursitis
3. FAI: Cam and Pincer
4. labral tear
1. pain 45˚ -> ext; FADER to EADIR

2. pain with ext

3. Cam = femoral neck bump
Pincer = femoral retroversion = pain with FADIR

4. audible click with thomas test and FABER to EADIR
Hip Pathology: lateral

Bursitis
Tendinitis
Snapping Hip
Tendinitis vs Bursitis = resisted ABD (active contraction)

External Snapping Hip = ITB over GT; occurs near full ext
Hip Pathology: posterior

Labrum
Piriformis Syndrome
Labrum - use scours test

Piriformis Syndrome
-weak resisted ER
-buttock pain, radicular pain
1. What tests should you always do with a hip exam?

2. What mm. with you likely focus on for strengthening?
1. step downs and lunges

2. ER and glutes
lateral column of foot = _______

medial column of foot = ______
lateral = stable

medial = mobile
1.Supination of foot

2. Pronation of foot
1. supination = inv + ADD + PF

2. pronation = ev + ABD + DF
Which ligament in the ankle is sprained most often?
Anterior Talofibular Ligament

PF + inversion
which joint unlocks the subtalar joint?
calcaneocuboid jt.

-very stable
-keystone of the foot
Transversetarsal Joint:

TTJ + STJ movements are the ___1___ in WB

TTJ + STJ movements are the ___2___ in NWB
1. same (inv + inv)
2. opposite (inv + eversion)
Lizfranc jt

Lizfranc injury
Lizfranc jt = tarsometatarsal jt

Lizfranc injury = midfoot injury, fx/dislocation to TMJ
First Ray Mobility:

Early MSt = ______

Late St = _______
Early MSt = DF

Late St = PF (helps raise medial arch -> rigid lever)

**need mobility here!!
Compartments of Lower Leg:

1. anterior
2. lateral
3. posterior
1. TA, EDL, EHL (deep fibular n.)

2. FL, FB (superficial fibular n.)

3. superficial = gastroc, soleus, plantaris
deep = posterior tib, FDL, FHL
(all tibial n.)
Ottawa Ankle Rules
1. tender at medial/lateral malleolus
2. inability to bear weight
3. tenderness at navicular/base of 5th metatarsal
Jones fx
styloid process of 5th
Stress tests:

inversion + PF = ___1___

inversion + neutral = ___2___

Inversion + DF = ___3___

Kleiger = ___4___
1. ATF
2. calcaneofibular
3. posterior talofibular
4. deltoid ligament
what 3 things should you consider with Chronic Ankle Instability (CAI)
1. cuboid subluxation
2. anterior lateral fibular subluxation
3. osteochondral lesion
Syndesmotic Ankle Sprain
High Ankle Sprain

-distal tibiofibular ligaments + interosseous membrane
Achilles Rupture:

1. what do you want to emphasize at the end stages of rehab?
1. end range PF
1. Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome

2. Morton's Neuroma
1. entrapment of posterior tibial n.

2. small ball of nn. typically btw digits 3-4 (met pad placement to off load neuroma)
Screwhome Mechanism:

what is the m. action of the popliteus?
last 10˚ ext = ~10˚ ER of tibia on femur to lock the knee
-ER of tibia in NWB
-IR of femur in WB

unlocks the knee
-NWB = tibia IR
-WB = femur ER
Knee jt rotation is named for the relationship of ___1___ with ___2___
1. distal femur
2. tibial tuberosity

**OKC:
-tibia IR = knee IR
-tibia ER = knee ER

CKC
-femur IR = knee ER
-femur ER = knee IR
Meniscal ligaments:

-coronary
-transverse
-posterior meniscofemoral
1. coronary = attaches medial mensicus to tibia

2. transverse = btw medial and lateral meniscus

3. posterior meniscofemoral = lateral meniscus to femur
which part of the meniscus has a potential for healing?
outer 1/3 b/c it has a blood supply
attachments of ACL? PCL?
ACL = medial side of lateral epicondyle of femur to anterior medial surface of tibia

PCL = lateral side of medial condyle of femur to posterior lateral aspect of tibia
Which ligaments prevent lateral rotation? medial?
lateral = MCL and LCL

medial = ACL and PCL
if the ____1____ restraint is injured you will feel pathologic motion

if the ___2___ restraint is injured you won't feel pathologic motion
1. primary

2. secondary
which test is preferred for ACL integrity?
Lachman's b/c with anterior drawer Hams are at a mechanical advantage
whats the difference btw laxity and instability
laxity = objective

instability = subjective
s/p ACL surg, what is the safe range for OKC and CKC activity?
OKC = 45-90˚

CKC = 0-45˚
what are priorities in early stages of rehab?
-restore extension ASAP
-QF activation
-edema
-pain
Patellar Contact:

135˚

90-60˚

0-20˚
135˚ = lateral and odd facet in contact

90-60˚ = 30% of total surface area in contact = max % = increased comfort

0-20˚ = inferior pole engaged @ 20˚
WHy is the patella important?

which activity has the highest JRF in the knee?
increases mechanical advantage of QF

squat - patella force increase with increased knee flexion
what direction does the patella dislocate most often?
laterally
-concerned with medial patellofemoral ligament
What % of gait cycle is in Stance?

Swing?
stance = 60%

swing = 40%
Name the 3 rockers and the phased they occur in
1st rocker = heel rocker - LR

2nd rocker = ankle rocker - MSt

3rd rocker = forefoot rocker - TSt
what happens if you do not have goo gastric-soleus control during 2nd rocker?
you have uncontrolled tibial advancement.

use QF to help control this
When running, landing on the _______ decreases the amount of force going through the LE
midfoot
running uphill or downhill created more force up the chain?
Downhill b/c of the braking impulse

**start out flat > uphill > downhill
What are 6 main contributors to injuries in runners
1. h/o injury
2. increase in weekly mileage
3. LE movement patterns
4. Q angle
5. impact forces
6. high BMI
______= embryo has isolated arm & leg movements

______= alt leg movement observed, mother may feel fetus
9 wks

16 wks
Primitive reflexes
1. Rooting - touch peri oral area -> infarct turns toward stimulus for sucking

2. ATNR - head rotation -> ipsi arm ext + contra arm flex

3. Moro - head drop bwd -> UE ABD and ext + finger
splaying (startle)
What it's the main focus of preschool
Social development
Which developmental theory has become the theoretical framework for most of pediatric PT?
Dynamic Systems Theory

-movement is directed by many dynamic and interacting systems (internal milieu, external environment, task)
In uterine breech position increases the risk of _________
Hip dysplasia
-shallow acetabulum
Physiological flexion has no WB on ________
Pelvis
Is a movement more or less mature with a chin tuck?
More
When assessing the quality of a child's movement what are 3 things to include in your assessment?
1. WB surfaces
2. AG movements
3. Symmetrical or asymmetrical
Infant stepping has a _______ trajectory
u- shaped

Appearance > disappearance > reappearance

Neural maturation: reflex > inhibited by maturation > cortical control

dynamic systems: individual (chubby legs), environment, and task constraints
Will a baby without a stepping response step in water?
YES!!!
AIMS =
AIMS = 0-18 months
What are the 4 subscales of the AIMS
Prone
Supine
Sitting
Standing
Describe how you score the AIMS
Identify the least mature and most mature observed item

+1 for everything below the least mature observed
+1 for everything observed within the window
________ approach has become the standard with pediatric PT
Top-down approach

Determining desired outcomes and goals before performing the examination. Use the exam to identify strengths
Apgar scores
Assess physiological function (1 and 5 min, and 10 if needed)

8-10 = normal
0-3 = resuscitation needed
How many wks of gestation are considered premature?
37
TRUE/FALSE:

Premature infants do not have flexor tone
TRUE
How is strength evaluated in peds
Observing AG movements
_____ is one of the earliest skills we develop at ______ months
Reaching

3-6 months
Kicking:
Frequency _______ over the first year
Decreases

**with a brain injury frequency stays the same or increases

**at 4 months the more intralimb coupling the later walking is attained
How long do you use gestational age?
2 years from birth date
_____= preterm

_____= very preterm

_____=extremely preterm
<37 wks

< 32 wks

< 28 wks
______= low birth wt

______=very low birth weight

______= extremely low birth wt

What is small for gestational age
2500g

<1500g

1000g

Less than 10th percentile for gestational age
What is the main reasons fetus cannot survive outside the womb?
Poor lung development

-surfactant decreases surfaces tension and prevents alveolar collapse

-must be intimated to receive surfactant therapy
________ the amount of stimulation babies < 32 wks receive
Decrease

-clustered care
-one stimulant at a time
What is a large role of PT in the beginning at the NICU
Positioning

-physiological flexion
-hands near face
T/F: when there has been adequate prenatal care, the mother-infant system has been evaled
True
Mobile paradigm
Baseline - 3 min
Acquisition - 9 min
Extinction - 3 min

Learn in 15 minutes and remember for 1 wk
**3-4 month old

-High risk preterm NEVER learned the paradigm
-Low risk and DS needed +1 days if learning
_____ = type 2 alveolar cells form

_____ = surfactant present

_____ = amt of surfactant increases ensuring adequate lung inflation at birth
23 wks

28 wks

32 wks
Foramen Ovale

Ductus Arteriosus
Foramen Ovale = opening btw RA -> LA

Ductus Arteriosus = opening btw pulmonary a -> aorta

**typically close w/in a few days of life
Fetal Heart formation:

____ days = single heart tube
____ days = cardiac cells begin intrinsic beating
____ days = circulation begins
____ wks = fetal heart sounds can be detected
21 days
22 days
24 days
8-10 wks
what is the most common birth defect?
Congenital Heart Disease

**VSD has highest incidence
Left to Right Shunts

-Oxygenated blood flows back into the lungs
1. Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

2. Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)
-persistent foramen ovale

3. Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)
-requires OHS
-no activity limitations once fixed

4. atrioventricular septal defect (AVSD)
-frequent in pts w/ DS
Obstructive Lesions
1. Pulmonary Valve Stenosis
-can cause RV to hypertrophy increasing stenosis
-blood flows from RA -> LA d/t increased pressure

2. Aortic Stenosis
-decreased CO
-Ross Procedure = replace aortic valve

3. Coarctation of Aorta
-constriction of aorta
Right to Left Shunts

unoxygenated blood gets to system!
1. Transposition of the Great Arteries (TGA)
-aorta arise from RV + pulmonary aa. from LV
-embryonic rotation did not take place!!
-ductus arteriosus and foramen ovale need to stay open for survival

2. Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF)
-VSD + overriding aorta + RV hypertrophy + pulmonary stenosis

3. Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
-left side is underdeveloped
-not combatible w/ life
-Norwood Procedure = 3 stage procedure over 1st 3 yrs of life
Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS)
-not enough surfactant in the lungs
-risk inversely related to gestational age
-BPD is a sequelae

s/s = tachypnea, retractions, grunting, nasal flaring
Bronchopulmonary Disease (BPD)
-Sequelae of RDS
-Dx if required mechanical ventilation > 28 days
Athetosis
Fluctuating tone
Nueral tube deficits:

-enchephalocele
-anencephaly
-hydraenchephaly
-spina bifida
-hydrocephalus
-enchephalocele: occipital region, usually focal

-anencephaly: absence of most of the brain

-hydraenchephaly: absence of the cerebral cortex; skill and meninges intact

-spina bifida: caudal defect

-hydrocephalus: fluid in the ventricles
Stages of Grief
Denial
Anger
Depression
Bargaining
Acceptance
When is W sitting atypical
When it is the only sitting position
Describe a crouched posture
Atypical standing posture

-child stands on toes
-leads to decreased DF and tight gastrocnemius
-IR and ADD
Peabody:

1. age range?
2. subscales?
3. scoring?
1. 0-5 y.o.a.

2. 6 subscales: reflexes (0-12mths), stationary, locomotor, object manipulation, grasping, visual-motor
**2 = mastered skill 1 = resemblance of skill 0 = cannot perform

3. GMQ + FMQ = TMQ

**perform w/in a 5 day period
How do you know where to start testing with the Peabody?
Begin where 75% of a normative sample passed
**want child to be successful

basal level = three 2s in a row
ceiling level = three 0s in a row
sensory integration emphasizes what 3 things?
1. vestibular
2. proprioceptive
3. tactile
Gravitational Instability is a problem with the ____1___ system
1. vestibular

**changes in head position
**fear of moving backwards in space!!
What is dyspraxia?
Problem with motor planning

**difficulty learning a sequenced action

**difficulty w/ Bilat coordination
Spasticity = ________ dependent to passive stretch
velocity
what is the etiology of a majority of CP cases?
Prenatal events
-#1 perinatal asphyxia = lack of oxygen

-antenatal CVA (MCA) or infection

-perinatal = obstructed labor, antepartum hemorrhage, cord prolapse

-postneonatal = metabolic encephalopathy, infection, injuries
what is the national campaign against prematurity?
March of Dimes

**OH is a grade C
its hard to Dx CP before what age?
2 y.o.a.
what is the most common type of CP?
Spastic = 65%

Athetosis or dyskinetic = 15%

Ataxic or hypotonic = 10%
Describe the levels of the Modified Ashworth (MAS)

0=
1=
1+=
2=
3=
4=
0 = no increase
1 = slight increase in tone, manifested by catch and release
1+ = slight increase, manifest by catch and then resistance
2 = increased tone, but still easily movable
3 = difficult to move
4 = rigid
Name 3 musculoskeletal characteristics of CP
1. Reduced breath support
2. Bilat rib flaring
3. Tight RA **makes extension difficult
pts with CP typically have a ____1____ gate/posture

2. how do they compensate
1. crouched
-hip and knee flexion
-ADD and IR

2. APT + L-spine lordosis + gastroc spasticity
what can be the 1st clinical sign of CP?
hip dislocation 2˚ muscle imbalances

**Test w/ Barlow and Ortioni
what is the typical hand position of someone w/ CP?
flexed, pronated, and ulnarly deviated
GMFCS is validated in what population?
CP

**Gross Motor Function Classification System

**used for goal setting, collaboration/communication, intervention planning, LT planning
T/F: children tend to remain in the same GMFCS level over time?
true
GMFCS:

-Level 1
-Level 2
-Level 3
-Level 4
-Level 5
-Level 1 = walks w/o limitations

-Level 2 = walks w/ limitations

-Level 3 = walks w/ a HH AD

-Level 4 = self mobility w/ limitations, may use power mobility

-Level 5 = transported in a MWC or PWC
What population(s) is the GMFM validated in?
GMFM-88 = CP + DS
**use for young children (lying/rolling)
**can test impact of aids/orthoses

GMFM-66 = CP
**not validated w/ orthoses
How do you score GMFM
0 = not initiated
1 = initiated
2 = partially completes
3 = completes
Can GMFM show change over time?
yes!!

GMFM-66 = no overlap in 95% CI is a significant change
Why is NDT controversial?
it shows that the pt has the ability to perform the skill but it has limited/no carryover
As PTs when can we have the biggest affect in changing behavior?
unstable state
LE orthoses:

1. SMO
2. SAFO
3. Hinged-AFO
4. anti-crouch AFO
5. PF resist orthosis
6. DF assist (posterior spring leaf)
1. SMO = controls HF, MF, FF; limited PF/DF restriction

2. SAFO = controls HF, MF, FF; Blocks PF/DF

3. Hinged AFO = controls HF, MF, FF; Blocks PF, free DF

4. anti-crouch AFO = blocks DF

5. resist PF

6. assist DF
when is a helmet most affective for a child w/ plagiocephaly?
w/in the first 6 months b/c the sutures fuse btw 1-2 y.o.a.

**assoc. w/ torticollis
when will a child have surgery for scoliosis?
when the cobb angle is < 40˚

3:1 (female:male)
what brace are children put in with DHD?
pavlick harness = hip flexion and ABD
OI = genetic disorder of ____1___ structure or amt
1. collagen
1. Systemic Onset JIA

2. Oligoarthritis

3. Polyarticular
1. Systemic Onset JIA = most painful, fever, symm, > 4 jts

2. Oligoarthritis = most common, asym, < 4 its, females 4x more likely

3. Polyarticular = sym, ≥ 5 jts
how do you decrease pain w/ JIA pts
fitness and low impact activity
hemophilia is _________-linked
x-linked
w/ CP pts how many hours do you need to stretch the gastric?
6 hours
Muscular dystrophy:

- ___1___ linked
-pt's will have ___2___ pseudohypertrophy
- ___3___ weakness
4. what drug helps these pts
1. x
2. calf **muscle replaced w/ fat and scar tissue
3. proximal
4. prednisone (steroids)
T/F:

you use a AFO with MD pts
FALSE

-AFO prevents the anterior shift of COM therefore these pts would collapse when walking
T/F:

wt trng is indicated with MD pts?
FALSE

if you damage the mm. they cannot repair themselves
SMA:

-chromosome ___1___ recessive
5q

-sym weakness
-proximal > distal weakness
-absent reflexes
Torticollis:

1. Congenital Muscular Toricollis
2. Ocular Torticollis
3. Sandifer's Syndrome
4. Benign Paroxysmal Torticollis
1. shortening of unilateral SCM
2. abnormal positioning to maintain binocular vision
3. reflux/GI disorder causing posturing
4. alternating torticollis
Spasticity:

-loss of ___1___ inhibition of the ___2___ reflex arc
1. UMN
2. LMN

**contralateral side affected
When do you use medications to treat spasticity?
when it cannot be controlled with ROM and splinting
List oral medications for spasticity?
-Diazepam (valium)
-Baclofen
-Dantrolene (dantrium)
-Tizanidine

**start low and increase slowly
injectable medications for spasticity?
1. Botox
-injected into muscle

2. intrathecal Baclofen
-injected into SC
What is a combined approach for spasticity?
PT + botox
Surgical interventions for spasticity?
1. tenotomy

2. dorsal rhizotomy
Epilepsy
reoccurring UNPROVOKED seizures
_____1_____ is a cartilaginous structure weaker than bone
1. epiphyseal plate
what is the rule of thumb if a child has tenderness over a epiphysis and x-rays appear negative?
splint and have a child f/u with sports med physician or orthopedist
1. Sever's Disease

2. Osgood Schlatter's

3. Sinding Larsen Johanson

4. Little League Elbow
1. osteochondrosis of heel

2. apophysitis of tibial tubercle

3. apophysitis of inferior pole

4. apophysitis of medial epicondyle
Rule of Thumb:

Back pain in children < 18 y.o.a. always ________ until proven otherwise
pathologic
Describe the Positioning Hierarchy pertaining to w/c positioning
start at the pelvis > trunk > shoulders > neck > head
What is considered the most affective airway clearance technique for pts with CF?
huffing
1. What is the name of OH's Early Intervention (EI)?

2. what part of IDEA is EI?

3. How do you become eligible for EI?

4. What is the Plan assoc w/ EI?
1. Help Me Grow
**Birth-3 y.o.a.

2. Part C

3. Medical Dx or Developmental Delay

4. IFSP = Individualized Family Service Plan
what plan is used to identify the needs of a child t/o school?
IEP = individualized education plan
**IDEA Part B
when must and IEP be in place?
By the child's 3rd b-day

**IEP must address how interventions will affect life after HS, in OH this starts at 14 y.o.a in comparison to 16 y.o.a.
are students covered under IDEA for services in college?
NO