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what is the goal of cranial tx? how does it do this?
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normalize structure (both position and motion) to optimize function by
1) increasing circulation by normalizing arterial, venous and lymphatic channels 2) normalizing CSF fluctuation 3) correcting cranial articular strains 4) releasing membranous tension 5) counteracting stress producing factors by normalizing fxn of the cerebrum, thalamus, hypothalamus and pit body |
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what is the definition of balanced membranous tension?
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The point of balanced membranous tension is the point in the range of motion of an articulation where the membranes are poised between the normal tension present throughout the free range of motion and the increased tension preceding the strain which occurs as a joint is carried beyond its normal physiologic range.
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what is the most common tx used of BMT? what is it?
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exaggeration/indirect action--> increase the abnormal relationship at the joint by taking it slightly in the direction that it is strained.
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when do you typically not use exaggeration/ indirect action BMT?
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1) before sutural formation at 5-6
2) acute trauma when this may cause intracranial hemorrhage |
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what is the aim of direct action BMT?
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getting towards your balance point
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when do you use direct action BMT?
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acute trauma w/ children, can also use w/ overriding sutures
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what occurs in direct action BMT?
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components are carefully guided back to their normal position
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which technique do you use in trauma especially at bevel changes of boney articulations?
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disengagement
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what is the purpose of disengagement BMT?
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separates the opposing surfaces w/n the limits of physiologic motion
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when do you use opposite physiologic motion?
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when there is a very unphysiologic strain where the physiologic pattern has been severely violated
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how do you do opposite physiologic motion BMT?
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take one part toward physiologic pattern (direct) and the other away (indirect)
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what is the purpose of molding BMT?
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used to help reshape bones in children, but can also be used in adults
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what are the three forces that can assist tx? how are they used?
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respiratory cooperation: inhalation is MC, but if articulation is held towards external rotation or extension exhalation will be used.
postural cooperation: dorsiflexion of the feet directing the fluid |
