Bones
Spongy, porous bone tissue is described as
cancellous
Which type of muscle is responsible for moving fluids through the gastrointestinal tract?
smooth
Mike has Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, which he is getting therapy for helping him practice brushing his teeth, this type of therapy is known as
OT Occupational Therapy
Electric heating pads can safely be left in place for all of the following except
placed on the lower back while sleeping
stiffening inflammation of the vertebrae
ankylosing spondylitis
What are the 2 minerals needed for bone growth
calcium and phosphorous
Which of the following is a condition of widespread connective tissue and muscular pain which includes severe fatigue of unknown origin?
Fibromyalgia
Flexion and extension are examples of
ROM range of motion
Casts warning signs include
pain, swelling, decreased sensation, discoloration
Type of fracture common in children?
Which of the following structures is found surrounding the exterior of a bone?
periosteum
A sac of synovial fluid near a joint is known as a
bursae
RICE stands for
Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation
Which is recommended for the first 48 hours after an injury to help control pain and swelling?
cold applications
The medical term for abnormal condition of swayback is called
Lordosis
What is the medical term for the tail bone?
coccyx
A goniometer is used in the orthopedic examination to measure
joint range of motion
Mike has muscular dystrophy, he is getting therapy for transferring to his wheelchair and helping with his ROM exercises. Which therapy would Mike be attending?
PT Physical Therapy
Heat packs may be ordered for
muscle strains
Loss of bone mass is called
Osteoporosis
Which term relates to connective tissue which protects the ends of bones?
cartilage
Bending of the joint is called
hinge joint
A patient who repeatedly uses their hands at work and complains of numbness and tingling of fingers and difficulty grasping a pencil may be diagnosed with
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Which type of test can detect osteopenia and osteoporosis?
DEXA Scan
An abnormal curvature of the thoracic spine is called
Kyphosis