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Supination incorporates which movements at the ankle, talus and forefoot?
- ankle plantar flexion
- talus external rotation
- forefoot adduction
Which directions do the tibia and femur move with foot supination?
- tibia: external rotation
- femur: external rotation
Prontation incorporates which movements at the ankle, talus and forefoot?
- ankle dorsiflexion
- talus internal rotation
- forefoot abduction
Hallmark and other findings in osteoarthritis
* osteophyte
- joint space narrowing
- subchondral sclerosis
- subchondral cyst formation
The following findings occur in what type of arthritis?
* osteophyte
- joint space narrowing
- subchondral sclerosis
- subchondral cyst formation
osteoarthritis
Hallmark and other radiographic findings in rheumatoid arthritis
* marginal bony erosion
- subchondral cyst formation
- juxtaarticular osteopenia
- joint space narrowing
- ankylosis (occasionally)
The following findings occur in what type of arthritis?
* marginal bony erosion
- subchondral cyst formation
- juxtaarticular osteopenia
- joint space narrowing
- ankylosis (occasionally)
rheumatoid
What is the classic radiographic finding in calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate deposition disease?
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondrocalcinosis is the radiographic halmark of
calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate deposition disease
Radiographic findings in Paget's disease
- enlargement of an affected bone
- increased opacity of the involved bone
- disorganized and coarsened trabecular pattern
Characteristic radiographic findings in gouty arthritis
- erosions slightly removed from the joint
- overhanging edge
- soft-tisse tophus
Is arthritis in SLE erosive or non-erosive?
non-erosive
Does arthritis in SLE involve the articular cartilage?
no
Most common level(s) of occult spine fracture after trauma missed by plain radiograph
C1 and C7
What % of patients with one spinal fracture have other spine fracture(s)
5-30%
Common BP response after immobility
orthostatic hypotension
General description of cardiac changes after immobilty
- blunted cardiac response to rapid change in posture
- increased resting heart rate
- increased HR response to exercise
2 essential components of increasing speed of return to work after low back pain (and citation)
- therapeutic functional rehabilitation
- ergonomic intervention
(Loisel 1997 RCT)
Guidelines for exercise in pregnant women
- 60-85% of predicted maximum heart rate
- 30-45min of exercise 3-4 days per week
- avoid supine exercise as may decrease cardiac output and divert blood away from the splanchnic beds (including uterus)
When can you use a TLSO for scoliosis?
When the apex is at T9 or lower
What kind of orthosis should you use for scoliosis with an apex at T4?
CTLSO
Polymyositis is also known as
idiopathic inflammatory myopaty
EMG changes consistent with inflammatory myopathy
- motor units: short duration samll polyphasic
- fibrillations
- positive waves
- high frequency repetitive discharges
Prevalence of shoulder pain in patients with SCI
30-50%
The focus of treatment for shoulder pain in patients with SCI is primarily
pain relief
What kind of strengthening is often helpful in SCI patients with shoulder pain?
scapular stabilizers
Muscles within any radiation field are at risk for ____ and ____
fibrosis and contracture
Muscles that are commonly shortened following radiation to the chest wall
pec major and minor
Long term pain relief from pec shortening requires
stretching
shortening of the pectoralis muscles places the scapula in what position?
protracted and depressed
Cisplatin is associated with what type of neuropathy?
axonal loss sensory neuropathy
Common musculoskeletal presentation of lead poisoning
upper extremity weakness
Most common pattern of nerve involvement in polyarteritis nodosa
mononeuropathy multiplex
Most common of the necrotizing vasculitides
polyarteritis nodosa
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type I causes what type of neuropathy?
uniform demyelination of peripheral nerves
In a patient with transfemoral amputation, how in knee stability maintained in extension in stance phase (from heel contact to foot flat)
prosthetic knee joint is aligned posterior to the trochanteric knee ankle line
In a prosthetic limb, a plantar flexion bumper than is too stiff promotes knee _____
knee flexion
In a prosthetic limb, an extensive foot dorsiflexion promotes knee _____
knee flexion
In a prosthetic limb, a change in heel height from low to high promotes knee _____
knee flexion
Two prosthetic causes of knee instability
- knee excessively anterior relative to hip and ankle
- excessive socket flexion
Surgery of choice for a patient with rheumatoid knee arthritis, severe pain and loss of function
total knee arthroplasty
What is the role for hemiarthroplasty in rheumatoid arthritis?
contraindicated...the whole joint is involved
What is the effect of synovectomy in knee rheumatoid arthritis
temporary pain relief and decreased swelling
Inheritance of myotonic dystrophy
autosomal dominant
Gene for myotonic dystrophy is on chromosome __
19
Systemic manifestations fo myotonic dystrophy
- cataracts
- testicular atrophy
- heart disease
- dementia
- baldness
How does a transplanted heart acheive maximal heart rate?
relies on circulating catecholamines (the heart is dennervated)
Relative SBP and DBP in patients after cardiac transplant
high than controls
Relative resting heart rate after cardiac transplant
higher (loss of vagal input)
Relative peak heart rate during maximal exercise after cardiac transplant
lower
CMMS currently reimburses inpt rehabiltation based on what kind on system?
prospective payment system (PPS)
Most sensitive electrodiagnostic test for myasthenia gravis
single fiber EMG (with jitter measurement), ~95% sensitive
Sensitivity of peripheral nerve stimulation in diagnosis of myasthenia gravis
about 90%
Sensitivity of acetylcholine receptor antibody testing in diagnosis of myasthenia gravis
about 90%
Best way on clinical exam to try to differentiate stress fracture from medial tibial stress syndrome
stress fracture has more focal pain with percussion
Risk of urinary retention after stroke is ____
low
Post-acute stroke bladder problem is usually
disinhibited bladder with urinary incontinence
Percentage of patient with rheumatoid arthritis that have rheumatoid nodules
50%
Is keratoconjenctivitis sicca rare or common in RA?
common
Is microcytic anemia rare or common in RA?
common
What renal disease is associated with RA?
glomerular disease (rare)
Indications for spinal instrumentation in neuromuscular scoliosis
- primary curve >25 degrees
- forced vital capacity > 35%
1st line med therapy for SCI patients with neuropathic pain
TCA
2 common side effects of paroxetine
- insomnia
- sexual dysfunction
Common anticholinergic side effects of TCAs
- dry mouth
- urinary retention
- sedation
Can you take disease modifying agents (such as etanercept) in the post-operative period?
generally no - need to stop immunosupression in order to allow tissue healing and avoid infectious complications
4 most common causes of death (in the first year) in patients with SCI who survive more than 24 hours
- pulmonar dysfunction (pneumonia/ARDS)
- non-ischemic heart disease
- septicemia
- pulmonary embolus
A football player with bilateral arm pain after a play should be considered to have ______ until proven otherwise
cervical spinal cord injury
If you suspect cervical SCI in a football player should you remove the helmet?
no
A football player has a temporary stinger involving 1 limb, when can he return to play?
when neuro exam normal
Initial treatment of osteoarthritis is
therapy to relieve joint symptoms (including ROM and strengthening)
Key elements of guiding "light duty" work recommendations
- return to work ASAP so progress at work is expected
- fit duties to impairment
- avoid provocative activities
What is the most common pattern of spinal cord injury in children less than 6 year old?
- SCI in motor vehicle collision
- injury at T1 or lower
- more likely to have complete injuries
In descending order, list the 6 highest risk factors for late post-traumatic seziures
- bilateral parietal contusion (66%)
- penetration of the dura (62.5%)
- multiple intracranial operations (36.5%)
- multiple subcortical contusions (33.4%)
- subdural hematoma with evacuation (27.8%)
- midline shift greater than 5mm (25.8%)
Define myopathy
disease or abnormal condition of striated muscle
Define myalgia
muscle aching or weakness without serum CK elevations
Define myositis
muscle symptoms accompanied by CK elevation
Define rhabdomyolysis
muscle complaints with CK elevations 10 times the upper limit of normal and cretinine elevation.
Rhabdomyolysis occurs in what % of patients on statins (monotherapy)?
0.1%
Overall death rate from statins
0.15 per 1 million prescriptions
Best way to determine if patient is ready to return to work after an injury...
functional capacity evaluation
If deficits are noted on a functional capacity evaluation, what best ensures return to work?
work hardening program over several weeks.
Is work conditioning job specific?
no
Athletes with repeated shoulder dislocations should consider what type of intervention?
shoulder stabilization surgery
Statin induced myopathy typically affects what type of fibers?
type II
Guidelines for reinstituting statins after myopathy...
start at lower dose after symptoms and CK are back to normal
Which type of bone metastases have the highest rate for pathological fracture?
lytic lesions
Are bony mets from prostate cancer usually blastic of lytic?
blastic
Are bony mets from breast cancer usually blastic of lytic?
lytic
Are bony mets from lung cancer usually blastic of lytic?
lytic
Are bony mets from kidney cancer usually blastic of lytic?
lytic
Should a patient with posterior interosseous nerve injury have sensory complaints?
no
% of patients with post-traumatic hydrocephalus that gain significant benefit from shunting
50%
The interdisciplinary approach to patient care emphasizes
common patient and team goals
Needle EMG insertion for indicis proprius?
- forearm fully pronated
- 2 fingerbreadths proximal to the ulnar styloi and just radial to the ulna
Needle EMG insertion for extesnor digitorum communis?
Junction of the upper and middle third of the forearm between the radius and ulna
Needle EMG insertion for extensor pollicis brevis?
4 fingerbreadths proximal to the wrist and directly over the ulnar side of the radius
Needle EMG insertion for extensor pollicis longus?
Mid-forearm along the radial border of the ulna.
When should upper extremity prosthesis fitting be initiated in the adult?
within the first month (maximize level of acceptance and use)
2 most common levels for osteoporotic fractures of the spine?
- midthoracic spine
- thoracolumbar junction
(fractures at other levels should trigger investigation for pathologic fractures)
Top 3 causes of traumatic SCI in the US are
- MVC
- falls
- violence
Custom seating should be used on WCs in cerebral palsy patients with...
fixed deformities
Adapted strollers are good for cerebral palsy patients when...
needed as a backup to WC, or for children who can walk but need to periodically rest after seizure or from fatigue
In L&I cases, discussions with the case manager should be done...
in the setting that the patient requests
Blink reflex studies may be helpful in assessing which conditions?
- facial nerve lesion
- trigeminal nerve lesion
- brain stem lesions
Do demyelinating peripheral neuropathies affect potentials of the blink reflex study?
yes
Top 3 places where bone mineral density changes are seen after stroke
- humerus of the paretic side
- proximal femur of paretic side
- distal radius of paretic side
Mechanism of action of rituximab (rituxan)
it's a monoclonal antibody that binds B-lymphocyte CD20 surface antigens (depletes B cell population)
What medication can you use in treatment of RA for patients on MTX who fail TNF-a blocker therapy?
rituximab
Mechanism of action of etanercept
TNF alpha antagonist
Mechanism of action of abatacept
block co-stimulatory molecules of t-cell activiation
Mechanism of action of anakinra
inhibits interleukin-1 type receptors
Next step in management in a vent dependent tetraplegic patient 12 months after injury
EMG to evaluate phrenic nerves to consider phrenic nerve pacing
What pulmonary parameter should you follow in patients with ALS? Why?
- forced vital capacity
- correlates with disease progression and disability
Double limb support normally is ___% of the gait cycle
20%
Single limb support normally is ___% of the gait cycle
40%
Stance phase normally is ___% of the gait cycle
60%
Swing phase normally is ___% of the gait cycle
40%
Define minimally conscious state
severely altered consciousness in which minimal but definitie behavioral evidence of self or environmental awareness is demonstrated
Examples of interactions/awareness that may be seen in minimally conscious state
- simple gestures
- purposeful behavior
- appropriate cry, smile or vocalization
- reaching for object
- purposeful visual tracking
Define vegetative state
preserved hypothalamic and brainstem autonomic function and sleep/wake cycles in the absence of cortical activity (judged behaviorally)
Define coma
not awake and not aware of surroundings
Which type of Charcot Marie Tooth disease has the most functional variability?
CMT type II
EMG findings in CMT I typically indicate
demyelination
EMG findings in CMT II typically indicate
axonal loss
Inheritance of Charcot Marie Tooth Disease is
autosomal dominant
Motor NC velocities in CMT 1 are...
less than 70% of the lower limits of normal
SCI with weakness greater in upper extremities than lower is ____ pattern
central cord
SCI with paralysis, bilateral loss of pain and temp and relatively preserved proprioception/vibration is ____ pattern
anterior spinal cord syndrome
Incomplete SCI with loss of proprioception more is ________ syndrome
posterior cord syndrome
Why is truck driving thought to be associated with increased low back pain?
whole body vibration; possibly increased disc protrusion
What is the recruitment ratio in myopathy?
less than 5
Increased recruitment ratio and large motor unit amplitudes are associated with ______ process
neuropathic
Are f-waves abnormal in myopathy?
usually not
7 causes for circumduction gait in a patient with transfemoral ampuatation
- excessive mechanical resistance to knee flexion
- too much stability
- prosthesis too long
- increased medial brim pressures
- inadequate suspension
- patient lacks confidence
- inadequate hip flexion
To allow pronation of the foot, which 2 joints must have their axis of rotation in parallel?
-talonavicular and calcaneocuboid joints (transverse tarsal joint)
What position must the midfoot be in to supinate?
rigid (transverse tarsal joint axes must intersect)
General approach to therapy after severe stroke
Work on higher level functions such as gait even if they're having problems with balance, etc.
Lifestyle factors that negatively impact bone mineral density
* smoking
* high intake of caffeine
- high protein intake
- phosphorus
Autonomic dysreflexia occurs in patients with SCI level ___
T6 and above
Top two causes of autonomic dysreflexia
- bladder distention
- bowel impaction
In a patient with transtibial amputation, which has more cardiovascular demand...ambulation unilaterally with crutches or ambualtion with prothesis
Ambulation with crutches has higher O2 consumption, HR, energy costs and respiratory exchange rate
7 poor prognostic factors for surgical repair after nerve injury
- advanced age
- stretch/dislocation injury
- repair after >5 months
- prior radiation
- nerve discontinuity > 2.5cm
- proximal nerve injury
- poor condition of nerve endings
The Moro reflex integrates at what age?
6 months
The asymmetric tonic neck reflex integrates at what age?
6 months
The plantar grasp reflex integrates at what age?
12-14 months (after walking starts)
Protective extension in sitting is seen anteriorly at
5-7 months
Protective extension in sitting is seen laterally at
6-8 months
Protective extension in sitting is seen posteriorly at
7-8 months
Pharmacologic treatment of pts with first ischemic stroke and single positive antiphaspholipid antibody test
ASA 325mg q day
OR
Moderate Warfarin (INR 1.4-2.8)
Arthritis mutilans is found typically found in what disease process?
psoriatic arthritis
What is Auspitz's sign?
pinpoint bleeding after scraping of psoriatic plaque
What is dactylitis?
"sausage digits"
- combination of tenosynovitis and arthritis of DIP or PIP
What is Jaccoud's arthritis?
non-erosive deforming arthritis in SLE
Non-erosive deforming arthritis in SLE is called
Jaccoud's arthritis
When is surgery usually indicated for closed nerve injury of the UE?
incomplete loss of function but no improvement over several weeks or no return of function at 2 months (peripheral nerve) or 4 months (brachial plexus).
Chances of successful surgical repair of close nerve injury start to decline after
6 months
Target exercise intensity for optimal aerobic training in a healthy young individual based on HR?
70-80% of maximum heart rate
Target exercise intensity for optimal aerobic training in a healthy young individual based on Borg scale?
11-15 (13 if you have to pick one number)
What is the range on the Borg scale?
6-20
6 major characteristics of central autonomic dysfunction in children after severe brain injury
- HTN
- Hyperpyrexia
- rigidity
- tachypnea
- tachycardia
- diaphoresis
Are there any medications proven to be useful in treatment of autonomic dysfunction in children after severe TBI?
no
2 main goals of knee orthoses
- prevent genu recurvatum
- provide mediolateral stability
What movements are restricted/allowed in the Swedish knee cage?
- prevents recurvatum
- permits flexion
What movements are restricted in the 3 way knee stabilizer?
lateral, medial, posterior
Define central sensitization in pain
complex set of activation dependent post-translational changes occuring at the dorsal horn, brainstem and higher cerebral sites that sensitizes the central nervous system to further perception of pain.
Define wind-up
an amplified evoked response to repeated afferent inputs at the level or the dorsal horn
The most common benign brain tumor in adults is
meningiomas (15% of all primary brain tumors)
Is temporary weakness of the peri-articular muscles after knee arthroplasty normal?
yes
Why is there loss of full flexion and extension after knee arthroplasty?
pain, edema, procedure itself
ankle dorsiflexion weakness after knee arthorplasty is concerning for
peroneal nerve injury (direct pressure, hematoma, etc) - likely needs exploration
Mechanism of action of etidronate
block late phase bone mineralization by preventing the conversion or amorphous calcium phosphate to hydroxyapatite
Differential diagnosis of acute/subactue patchy sensory loss with normal motor NCS and small/absent sensory NCS
- paraneoplastic
- connective tissue disease (Sjogren's)
- post-infectious
- pyridoxine intoxication
- isolated autoimmune process
Learned avoidance behaviors in pain behaviors are a form of _____ learning
operant learning
Define respondent learning
aversive stimulus is paired with a netural stimulus sot hat over time the neutral stimulus will come to elicit an aversive response
2 major physical exam findings for poor prognosis after TBI
- decerebrate posturing
- flaccid muscle tone
7 major findings for good prognosis after TBI
- younger age
- reactive pupils
- conjugate eye movement
- decorticate posturing
- early spontaneous eye opening
- absence of ventilaroy support need
- higher Disability Rating Score on admission
Differential diagnosis of acute/subactue patchy sensory loss with normal motor NCS and small/absent sensory NCS
- paraneoplastic
- connective tissue disease (Sjogren's)
- post-infectious
- pyridoxine intoxication
- isolated autoimmune process
Learned avoidance behaviors in pain behaviors are a form of _____ learning
operant learning
Define respondent learning
aversive stimulus is paired with a netural stimulus sot hat over time the neutral stimulus will come to elicit an aversive response
2 major physical exam findings for poor prognosis after TBI
- decerebrate posturing
- flaccid muscle tone
7 major findings for good prognosis after TBI
- younger age
- reactive pupils
- conjugate eye movement
- decorticate posturing
- early spontaneous eye opening
- absence of ventilaroy support need
- higher Disability Rating Score on admission
Mechanism of action of aledronate
inhibits normal and abnormal bone resorption
Mechanism of action of amantadine (for mvnt disorders)
block nicotinic ACh ion channels
Mechanism of action of amitriptyline
- NE/serotonin reuptake inhibitor
- alpha-1 adrenergic blocker
- antimuscarinic
Mechanism of action of baclofen
binds GABA-B receptors, inhibiting calcium influx into presynaptic terminals and suppressing spinal cord excitatory neurotranmitters
Mechanism of action of capsaicin
depletes substance P from unmyelinated peripheral neurons
Mechanism of action of carbamazepine
unknown
Mechanism of action of clonidine
central alpha-adrenergic agonist (decreases sympathetic discharge)
Mechanism of action of cyclobenzaprine
unclear.

Related to TCAs, thought to act at brainstem to reduce skeletal muscle hyperactivity but not effective for spasticity of central origin
Mechanism of action of dizepam
post-synaptic facilitation of GABA (spasticity)
Mechanism of action of dantrolene
reduces excitation-contraction coupling via reduction of sarcoplasmic reticulum Ca release
Mechanism of action of gabapentin
unclear

GABA analog without activity at GABA receptors
Mechanism of action of lidocaine (patch)
inhibits Ca-mediated Na and K ion changes (stabilizes membranes)
Mechanism of action of metaxalone
unknown; may be related to overall CNS depression
Mechanism of action of methylphenidate
facilitates NE and dopamine release
Mechanism of action of modafinil
acts on anterior hypothalamus and other CNS centers
- increase glutaminergic transmission
- decreases GABAergic transmission
Mechanism of action of oxybutynin
muscarinic blocker

- direct antispasmodic effect on smooth musle
Mechanism of action of phenytoin
centrally acting modifying of Na, Ca, and K resulting in membrane stability
Mechanism of action of prednisone
adrenocorticosteroid with glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid activity
Mechanism of action of sildenafil
selective PDE-5 inhibitor that increases cGMP levels and promotes smooth muscle relaxation in the corpus cavernosum
Mechanism of action of tizanidine
central alpha-2 adrenergic agonist (presynaptic inhibition of motorneurons)
Mechanism of action of tolterodine
(Detrol)
- muscarinic blocker (antispasmodic effect on smooth muscle)
Mechanism of action of topiramate
Na channel blocker
Mechanism of action of Tramadol
centrally acting synthetic non-opiod analogue of codeine

**weak Mu receptor agonism
- serotonin/NE reuptake blockage
- enhances serotonin release
Mechanism of action of trazadone
? serotonin reuptake inhibitor