PT History
Which epidemic helped start the modern age of physical therapy?
polio
What does TMJ stand for?
temporomandibular joint
What device would be used for someone that had a stroke/brain injury and has weakness on one side of their body?
hemiwalker
What does the gastrocneimus muscle do?
Heel raises, point toes downward/point toes, plantarflexion are all acceptable answers
What career needs physical therapy because they lose muscle atrophy and bone density?
astronauts
Which famous author helped create cartoons for physical therapy clinics during World War 2 to boost morale?
Dr Seuss
When providing immediate care for an acute soft-tissue musculoskeletal injury, what does the classic mnemonic RICE stand for?
Rest, ice, compression, elevation
What does this device do?
goniometer, used for taking measurements of body parts.
What does the sternocleidomastoid muscle do?
turns head to side and looks up to opposite side
What is the most famous house Physical Therapists work in?
White House. The White House medical unit includes Physical Therapists. They provide care to the president, vice president, and their families.
What is the strongest theraband color we use in the clinic?
Black