Musculoskeletal System
A cardinal plane of the Body
What is :
Frontal
Sagittal
Transverse
Number of lobes of the Brain
Indication for the use of a therapeutic modality
Pain
Inflammation control
Restriction of Motion
Abnormal tone
Chronic condition that is categorized with severe pain in heel during first steps in the morning that reduces with continued steps.
What is plantar fasciitis?
A break in a bone due to repeated force.
Another term for Cerebrovascular Accident
What is a stroke?
Contraindication of cryotherapy
Cold intolerance
infection
area of compromised circulation
Lack of sensation at site
Name of one of the 3 Hamstring muscles
Biceps Femoris
Semitendinosus
Semimembranosus
A gait pattern marked by increased forward flexion of the trunk and knees; shuffling with quick and small steps
Number of Cranial Nerves
What is 12 cranial nerves?
Deep massage technique that incorporates small circular motions over a trigger point or muscle spasm. Used frequently with chronic inflammation or overuse injuries.
What is Friction massage?
Disorder characterized by a feeling of deep ache directly in front and on top of the shoulder that is made worse with overhead activities or lifting.
What is Bicep Tendonitis?
Moderate pain and swelling, minimal instability of the joint, decreased range of motion describes this grade of ligament sprain.
What is a Grade 2 sprain?
Disorder that can be characterized by low back and glute pain that radiates down the back of the thigh. Pain can increase in sitting position or when lifting, forward bending, or twisting.
What is Sciatica?
When using hot packs, this amount of towel layers is required to reduce the possibility of injury
What is 6-8 layers?
Disorder caused by repeated overuse of the wrist extensors. Patient can complain of difficulty holding or gripping objects
What is Lateral Epicondylitis?
This glucocorticoid agent utilized as an anti-inflammatory for chronic conditions
What is Dexamethasone or hydrocortisone?
Brain hemisphere that controls Language , Logic and positive emotions
During lumbar traction, this percentage of the body weight is required for separation of the vertebrae
What is about 50%?
4 carpal bones of the wrist
Trapezium Hamate
Trapezoid Pisiform
Capitate Triquetrum
Scaphoid Lunate