NPTE Mega Review
Bainbridge Reflex
(also, called atrial reflex) autonomic reflex that responds to stretch receptors in the atria that send impulses to the cardioaccelerator area to increase HR when venous flow into the atria increases
Bone mineral regulating agents
- Prevent bone loss - Examples: calcium (calcium carbonate Tums, Calderol), calcitonin (Cibacalcin), biphosphonate (Fosamax), anabolic agents (Premarin) - Indications: Paget's disease, osteoporosis, hyperparathyroidism, rickets, hypoparathyroidism, cardiac arrhythmias - Implications for PTs: Risk for fractures and side effects
Meralgia Paresthetica
-compression of the *lateral femoral cutaneous nerve * -pain & tingling sensation in latearal thigh but *no motor loss* -cause: obesity, postural changes, tight clothing, pregnancy
Borg Dyspnea Scale
0 - no breathlessness at all 0.5 - very, very slight 1 - very slight 2 - slight breathlessness 3 - moderate 4 - somewhat severe 5 - severe breathlessness 6 - 7 - very severe breathlessness 8 - 9 - very, very severe breathlessness 10 - maximal
Normal Basophil Count
0-2%
Cervical Spine Degrees of flexion for Traction
0-5 degrees flexion: Upper Cervical Spine 10-20 degrees flexion: Midcervical spine 25-35 degrees flexion: Lower cervical spine
Stages of Kidney Disease
1 - Kidney damage with normal GFR (>90) 2 - Mild decrease in GFR (60-89) 3 - Moderate decrease in GFR (30-59) 4 - Severe reduction in GFR (15-29) 5 - Kidney failure (GFR <15)
EMG fasciculations
-Indicative of irritation or degeneration of anteiro hor cell -Nerve root compression -Muscle spasms
Cauda Equina Syndrome
-Injury at the L1 level and below resulting in a LMN lesion -Can be complete, often are incomplete due to large number of nerve roots in area. Considered peripheral nerve injury. -Flaccid paralysis w/no spinal reflex activity, loss of bowel and bladder function Above L1 acts like UMN lesion. Can use suprapubic tapping to help void Below L1, will present as LMN
Articulated AFO
Allows for free, unrestricted sagittal plane motion. -Good when solid AFO is too rigid -for spastic cerebral palsy, knee hyperext, correctable ankle equinus -For medial/lateral stability at ankle
-zosin
Alpha blocker to treat BPH and HTN Doxasoin, Prazosin
Hypothermia/Frostbite: Response
Assess verbal and motor responses. Warm the patient, starting with core, using towels, blankets, or skin-to-skin. If patient drops below 95 deg F, call EMS If frostbite, submerge area in warm water or warm uing body heat. Do not use massage, may increase tissue damage
Alternate forms reliability (parallel forms)
Assesses consistency or agreement of measurements obtained with different forms of a test (Each SAT is considered an equivalent measure)
International Normalized Ratio
Assesses risk of bleeding or coagulation. High means risk of bleeding. Normal is 0.9-1.1. Over 2.5: Caution, guard for falls Over 3: At risk for hemarthrosis 4:
Hepatitis B
B= blood and body fluids (hep c is the same) Transmitted via blood and bodily fluids (sharing of needles, intercourse, exposure to blood, semen, or maternal-fetal exposure) 10% of cases progress to chronic Hep Tx: Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin, then vaccination series.
Electrical Burn
Caused by electrical current passing through body. -Entrance and exit wound -Can include cardiac arrhythmias, respiratory arrest, renal failure, neurological damage, and fractures
Hypercalcemia
Caused by hyperparathyroidism, malignant tumors, thiazide diuretics, or acute kidney failure Sxs: WEAK Weakness of muscles EKG changes Absent/diminished reflexes Kidney stone formation
Hyperactive DTRs
Caused by upper motor neuron injury.
Development happens:
Cephalic to Caudal (head and UE before trunk and LE) Gross to Fine (Large muscle skill acquisition before small) Mass to specific (Simple to complex) Proximal to Distal (Trunk control is acquired before extremity control
Telencephalon
Cerebrum Hippocampus Basal Ganglia Amygdala
Joints falling posterior to Line of Gravity
Cervical Joint (Anterior Scalene, Deep neck flexors) Lumbar Joint (Abdominals) Hip Joint (Iliopsoas)
C1 Resistive Test
Cervical Rotation
Power
Chance or percentage that a researcher will find a significant result in a sample if it exists. Usually set to 0.8 Low = low chance of finding significant result when one is present (Type II error)
Obstructed Airway: Response
Check mouth for foreign object, then position behind patient to give forceful, inward/upward thrust on abdomen using closed fists until object is dislodged. If LOC, place in supine and perform rescue breathing and abdominal thrusts, using a finger to sweep mouth
Ankle-Brachial Index
Compares Systolic BP at ankle and arm. Calculated by dividing ankle measurement by arm measurement. Normal is 1.0 to 1.3. Greater than 1.3: Rigid arteries, should check for PAD using ultrasound 0.8-0.99: Mild blockage, beginnings of PAD 0.4-0.79: Moderate blockage, may be associated with intermittent claudication Less than 0.4: Severe blockage, severe PAD, may have claudication at rest
Two way ANOVA
Compares two or more groups of data with two or more independent variables
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Colon or large intestine are sensitive to certain foods or stress. Symptoms may be triggered by anxiety, caffeine, smoking, alcohol, or fat intake. Sxs: Abdominal pain/bloating/distension, nausea, vomiting, changes in form/frequency of stool, passing of mucus in stool Tx: Diagnosis of exclusion from other GI diagnoses. Change in lifestyle, nutrition, stress, adequate sleep and exercise. Avoid milk, wheat, rye, barley, alcohol, and caffeine.
T test
Comparing two means when population is not normally distributed
Hip hiking during swing
Compensation for weak DF Compensation for weak knee flexors Compensation for extensor synergy pattern
Circumduction in swing
Compensation for weak hip flexors Compensation for weak DF Compensation for weak hamstrings
Hyperextension in stance
Compensation for weak quads PF contracture
ASIA impairment scale Category A
Complete No motor or sensory function in the sacral segments (S4-S5).
3rd degree AV Block
Complete heart block. All impulses blocked at AV node, none transmitted to ventricles. Atria and ventricles paced independently. Considered medical emergency, pacemaker required. If ventricular rate is too slow, CO drops and patient may faint.
Pes anserine
Common insertion point of gracilis, semitendinosus, and sartorius on medial tibia.
Anterior Interosseous Nerve Syndrome (AIN
Compression to the anterior interosseous nerve ONLY Motor deficits, no sensory loss Results in a motor loss involving the flexor digitorum longus, flexor profundus to the index finger, and pronator quadratus Tested using "OK sign" test
Pressure Ulcers
Compromised circulation secondary to pressure, friction, or shearing. Most common areas: -Coccyx -Sacrum -Ischium -Trochanters -Elbows -Buttocks -Malleoli -Scapulae -Prominent Vertebrae Symptoms: Reddened area that persists or open area of skin Treatment: Prevention is greatest importance. Change position frequently, proper skin care, appropriate cushion, consistent weight shift, proper nutrition and hydration.
Agonistic Reversals (AR)
Concentric contraction against resistance followed by alternating concentric/eccentric contractions w/resistance. Slow, sequential, used throughout range. Devt. Sequence: Controlled mobilty, skill
Medulla Oblongata
Connects to pons superiorly and spinal cord inferiorly. Influences autonomic nervous activity and regulation of RR and HR. Reflex centers for vomiting, coughing, and sneezing. Damage produces contralateral impairment. Cranial nerves IX-XII originate from this structure.
Reliability
Consistency, reproducibility, or repeatability of a measurement
Blocked Practice
Consistent practice of a single task
Epithalamus
Contains pineal gland, which secretes melatonin and regulates internal clock.
Forebrain (Prosencephalon)
Contains: Telencephalon -Cerebrum -Hippocampus -Basal Ganglia -Amygdala Diencephalon: -Thalamus -Hypothalamus -Subthalamus -Epithalamus
100% Ultrasound Duty Cycle
Continuous thermal ultrasound -Increase blood flow -Deform scar tissue -Heat contractile tissue Typically chronic conditions
Flouroscopy
Continuous x ray shows heart and lungs using contrast medium. Has been replaced with ECG due to high radiation doses
Systole
Contraction
Volkmann Ischemic Contracture
Contraction of the fingers and sometimes, the wrist, with loss of muscular power with death and resultant contracture of the forearm musculature, that sets in rapidly after severe injury around the elbow joint.
Frontal Lobe Impairment
Contralateral weakness Perseveration/inattention Personality changes/antisocial behavior Broca's Aphasia (expressive deficits) Delayed/Poor intiation Emotional Lability
Thyroid Gland
Controls body's metabolism. Produces thyroxine and triiodothyronine to control the rate at which cells burn fuel from food. Increased thyroid hormones increases rate of chemical reactions in body.
Valsalva Manuever
Forced expiration against closed glottis increases intrathoracic pressure +central venous pressure, decreasing venous return, CO, and BP, causing a reflexive increase of HR and contractility.
Brain Divisions
Forebrain (prosencephalon) Midbrain (mesencephalon) Hindbrain (Rhombencephalon)
Upper Extremity Amputations
Forequarter (scapulothoracic) Shoulder disarticulation Transhumeral Elbow Disarticulation Transradial Wrist Disarticulation Partial Hand Digital
Prescriptive Validity
Form of criterion-related validity in which the measurement suggests the form of treatment a person needs. Validity is judged on how accurate that prediction is.
Bathing (drying off, upper/lower body) High Tet (C1-C5): Mid Tet (C6): Low Tet (C7-8): Para:
High Tet (C1-C5): Dependent Mid Tet (C6): Min Asst for Upper body, Mod Asst for lower body. Use shower/tub chair Low Tet (C7-8): ModI with all using shower/tub chair Para: ModI with all on tub bench or tub bottom cushion
Ribs
12 pairs that form the wall of the thorax and attach to vertebrae 1-7: attached to sternum through costal cartilage 8-10: Join with costal cartilage of 1-7 11-12: articulate only with bodies of T11-12, classified as "floating"
Nasal cannula
A device that delivers low concentrations of oxygen through two prongs that rest in the patient's nostrils. Can deliver 6 L per minute
Egophony
A form of bronchophony in which the spoken long "E" sound changes to a long, nasal-sounding "A"
Concurrent Validity
A form of criterion-related validity where a measurement is compared to the gold standard at the same time.
Knowledge of Results (KR)
A form of extrinsic feedback, includes terminal feedback regarding the outcome of a movement
Clasp-knife response
A form of resistance seen during range of motion of a hypertonic joint where there is greatest resistance at the initiation of range that lessens with movement through the range of motion Results from damage to cortex or brainstem
Glucagon
A hormone secreted by the pancreatic alpha cells that increases blood glucose concentration, and is released into bloodstream when blood glucose is low.
Coefficient of Variation
A measure of relative variability computed by dividing the standard deviation by the mean and multiplying by 100. CV = sd/mean x 100
Internal Consistency
A measure of reliability; the degree to which a test yields similar scores across its different parts. Does the functional assessment scale include only items that relate to patient's physical function?
Odds Ratio
A measure of the odds of an event happening in one group compared to the odds of the same event happening in another group OR of 1 = Exposure does not increase risk of outcome OR more than 1: Greater odds of association between exposure and outcome OR less than 1 = Lower odds of association between exposure and outcome
Trousseau's sign
A sign of hypocalcemia and early stages of tetany. Carpal spasm caused by inflating a blood pressure cuff above the client's systolic pressure and leaving it in place for 3 minutes.
Rhythmic Auditory Stimulation
A technique used to facilitate rhythmic movement, especially gait in Parkinsonian population Improve cadence, stride length, and gait speed (should be 25% faster than pts current gait speed)
Capillary Refill
A test that evaluates distal circulatory system function by squeezing (blanching) blood from an area such as a nail bed and watching the speed of its return after releasing the pressure. Normal: 2 seconds to full color return Abnormal: Greater than 2 seconds
Vaulting gait
Active PF of stance limb to clear contralateral limb in swing phase Causes: -LLD -Contralateral prosthesis too long -Contralateral foot stuck in PF
Spinotectal tract
Afferent info for spinovisual reflexes, movement of eyes and head towards stimulus
Spinoreticular tract
Afferent pathway for reticular formation, influences level of consciousness.
Convection
Air or water moving in constant motion over body causes gain or loss of heat. Ex: Whirlpool, fluidotherapy
Cerebrovascular Accident
Ischemia or hemorrhage causes lack of blood supply to a specific area of the brain.
Mononeuropathy
Isolated nerve lesion to a single peripheral nerve(trauma, entrapment) Example: CTS
Hold-Relax (HR)
Isometric contraction to increase ROM at limiting point. Devt. Sequence: Mobility
Alternating Isometrics (AI)
Isometric contractions performed alternating from muscles on one side of the joint to the other side without rest. Devt. Sequence: Stability
Pubic symphysis
Joiint formed between each end of the pubis bone. Covered in hyaline cartialge with a fibrocartilage disk in between.
Atlantoaxial joint
Joint between C1 and C2 that permits majorty of cervical rotation
Intermittent lumbar traction
Joint mobilization forthose who cannot tolerate static traction. Max force during hold period, then min force (50% of max) is used during hold. Little evidence to guide.
zygapophyseal joints
Joints between the superior and inferior articular processes of vertebrae
Cremasteric Reflex
L1-2 Stroke skin of upper medial thigh. Testicle should elevate ipsilaterally
Posterior glide of talus
Improves DF
Anterior glide of talus
Improves PF
2nd Degree AV Block Mobitz type 1 (Wenckebach)
Impulses between atria and ventricles fail intermittently. Longer delays between P wave and QRS until one QRS complex is missed. -Benign if asymptomatic -If symptomatic refer to physician -May require pacemaker
Early Heel Off
Inability to achieve DF in midstance Causes: -Limited posterior talocrural capsular mobility -Tight/Spastic PF -Heel pain
Anterograde amnesia
Inability to form new memories
Arterial Insufficiency
Inadequate arterial blood flow. Common in DM, HTN, obese, smokers. Stop smoking, then exercise and weight control PALLOR Pallor Abnormal Nail Growth Little leg hair (gone) Lateral Malleolar Wounds Overly dry/shiny skin Rest pain, intermittent claudication
Anuria
Inadequate urine output in 24 hour period (less than 100 ml)
Oliguria
Inadequate urine output in 24 hour period, less than 400 ml, due to acute renal failure or DM
ASIA Impairment Scale Category D
Incomplete Motor function below the neurological level, and at least half of key muscles below the neurological level have a muscle grade of 3 or more.
ASIA impairment Scale Category C
Incomplete Motor function below the neurological level, and more than half of key muscles below the neurological level have a muscle grade of less than 3.
Sacral sparing
Incomplete lesion where some of innermost tracts remain innervated. Sensation in saddle area is present, rectal sphincter can contract, and toe flexor movement is retained.
Ulnar glide of proximal carpal row
Increase Radial deviation
Radial glide of proximal carpal row
Increase Ulnar Deviation
Diuretic Agents
Increase excretion of sodium and urine, causing a reduction in plasma volume, decreasing BP. Classifications include thiazide, loop, and potassium sparing agents. Used for HTN, edema associated with heart failure, pulmonary edema, glaucoma Thiazide: Chlorothiazide (Diuril) Loop: Lasix (Furosemide) Potassium sparing: Triamterene (Dyrenium)
Positive Inotropic Agents
Increase force and velocity of myocardial contraction, slow HR, decrease conduction velocity through AV, decrease sympathetic activation. Used for heart failure and A-Fib Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Metabolic Alkalosis
Increase in bicarbonate accumulation or abnormal loss of acids, leading to pH rising above 7.45. Can be a result of vomiting too much, taking too many antacids, or diuretic therapy. Sxs: Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, confusion, fasciculations, muscle cramping, hypoventilation. Can result in coma, seizures, and respiratory paralysis
Cellulitis
Inflammation that occurs as a result of bacterial infection of the skin and connective tissues. Develops anywhere under skin but typically extremities. Caused by streptococci or staphylococci. Can lead to sepsis or gangrene. Sxs: Localized redness that spreads quickly, skin that is warm or hot to touch, local abscess or ulceration, ttp, chills, fever. Tx: Systemic antibiotics.
Phases of Wound Healing
Inflammatory (1-10 days) Proliferative (3 to 21 days) Maturation/Remodeling (7 days to 2 years)
Rheumatic Fever
Inflammatry disease that develops as a complication of untreated or poorly treated strep throat from streptococcus bacteria. Can damage heart valves and cause heart failure. Sxs: Fever, painful joints, CHF symptoms Tx: Destroy bacteria, relieve symptoms, control inflammation
High Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation Vest
Inflatable vest attached to air pulse generator machine that vibrates at high frequencies Who: Cystic fibrosis with Mucus plugs, or ALS Why: Mobilize solidified mucus in airways, relieve dyspnea, improve activity tolerance, improve oxygenation, and reduce wheezing.
Intra-Aortic Balloon Counterpulsation (IABP)
Inflation and deflation of balloon in aorta provides circulatory assistance for patients after infarction or with cardiogenic shock
Monocytes
Ingests dead/damagedcells and defends against infectious organisms
Laxatives
Metamucil (Psyllium) Colace (Docusate) Glycerin Suppository Milk of Magnesia Correctol (Bisacodyl) Senokot (Senna) Citrucel (Methylcellulose)
Mitochondrial disorders
LHON (Leber Optic Atrophy), MELAS, Leigh syndrome Caused by mutations in DNA that lead to impaired mitochondrial protein function, resulting in loss of muscle coordination or strength, visual/hearing problems, learning disabilities, heart/liver/kidney disease, respiratory, neuro and GI disorders, dementia
Delayed Heel Off Gait
Lack of PF resulting in inability to transfer weight onto forefoot Causes: -Weak PF -Excessive DF -Tibial Nerve palsy -Anterior foot pain
Sensory level for SCI
Most caudal dermatome with a normal score of 2/2 for light pinprick. 0 is absent, 1 is impaired, 2 is intact
Motor Level of SCI
Most caudal muscles that have an MMT of 3 or greater with superior segment tested as 5
SACH Foot System
Non-articulating, rigid keel. Inexpensive, low maintenance, cushioned heel for shock absorption. No energy return or accommodation for uneven surfaces.
Contamination
Non-replicating bacteria on wound surface. No additional tissue injury, does not stimulate inflammatory immune response
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Nuclear magnetic resonance to visualize tissues. Does NOT use ionizing radiation -Rotator Cuff tears and muscular disorders -Labral and meniscal abnormalities -Disc herniations -Neurologic conditions (entrapment, compression) -Bone marrow variations (bone marrow, tumor, avascular necrosis)
Number Needed to Treat (NNT)
Numbe of patients that need to be treated to prevent one bad outcome or result in one additional good outcome. Ideal NNT is 1, everyone improves. Higher NNT = less effective treatment
E-Stim Frequency
Number of pulses through each channel per second. High frequency causes more rapid fiber recruitment
Quantitative Data
Numbers that represent counts or measurements
Discrete data
Numerical data values that can be COUNTED. No inbetween -Patients diagnosed with cancer -Number of visits to clinic
K Level 2
Patient is able to traverse low-level barriers (curbs, stairs, uneven surfaces) and is a limited community ambulator Knee: Polycentric, constant friction Ankle/Foot: Flexible-keel or multi-axial foot
Dependent
Patient is unable to participate and therapist must provide all effort to perform task
Non-weight Bearing (NWB)
Patient is unable to place any weight through involved extremity, and not permitted to touch ground or any surface. AD is required
Toe-touch Weight bearing (TTWB)
Patient is unable to place any weight through involved extremity, but may place toes on the ground to assist with balance. AD required
Spinal Cord Injury
Permanent damage to spinal cord, resulting in neurological deficits. MVA is largest cause, then stabbing, falls, sports injuries, high risk behaviors, axial loading, rotational injuries. Flexion injuries occur most often at C5-6, Extension injuries occur most at C4-5.
Creep
Permanent deformation of tissue through application of low magnitude load over a long period of time. Example: Dynamic splinting
Eversion
Peroneus Longus, Brevis, Tertius
Muscles innervated by Sacral Plexus
Piriformis Superior and inferior gemelli Obturator Internus Quadratus Femoris
Seizures: Response
Place patient in safe location and position without constraining movements. Monitor RR, ensure airway stays open. Turn pt on left side if vomiting occurs
Heat Illness: Response
Place patient in shaded or covered area, monitor vital signs Remove outer clothing and use ice bag or cold compress on forehead, neck, or groin. Administer water or electrolytes.
Ankle Burn
Plantar flexion deformity Posterior foot drop splint, posterior ankle conforming splint, anterior ankle conforming splint
Parietal Pleura
Pleural layer covering the thorax walls, ribs vertebrae, diaphragm, and mediastinum. Separated by serous fluid from other pleural layer.
Zone of Preservation
Poor or trace motor/sensory function up to three levels below neurologic level of injury.
Lung Volume Reduction Surgery
Portion of lung tissue damaged by emphysema is removed, creating extra space in chest so remaining lung tissue and diaphragm can work more efficiently
Lidocaine-iontophoresis
Positive Used for Analgesia and inflammation
Magnesium Sulfate-iontophoresis
Positive Used for Muscle Spasms and ischemia
Copper Sulfate-iontophoresis
Positive Used for fungal infection
Zinc Oxide - iontophoresis
Positive Used for healing, dermal ulcers, and wounds
Anterior chest and axilla burn
Possible shoulder ADD, EXT and IR deformity Use axillary or airplane splint, or shoulder abduction brace
Infection
Presence of replicating bateria that invades tissue beyond wound surface. Visible inflammatory immune response. Will significantly delay wound healing, can progress to sepsis, osteomyelitis, and gangrene
Shock: Response
Presents with moist, cool skin, diaphoresis (excessive sweating), shallow/irregular breathing, low body temp, weakness, syncope Remove source of shock, monitor BP, HR, and RR. CPr if necessary. Place pt in supine with feet elevated above level of head, assuming no injury to head, spine, trunk or legs.
Plantar Grasp Reflex
Pressure to base of toes causes toe flexion. Normal Age: 28 weeks of gestation to 9 months
H2 Receptor Blockers
Prevents the release of stomach acid to promote ulcer healing Pepcid (famotidine) Zantac (ranitidine) Tagamet (cimetidine)
ACE Inhibitors
Prils Decrease BP by suppressing enzyme that converts Angiotensin I to Angiotensin II. Change the o on Indications: HTN, CHF Captopril, Enalapril, Lisinopril, Ramipril
Parkinson's Disease
Primary degenerative disorder. Production of dopamine decreases in substantia nigra of basal ganglia, resulting in inability to modulate and control voluntary movement. Etiology: Primary--unknown. Contributing factors--genetics, CO toxicity, manganese or copper excess, vascular impairment of striatum, encephalitis, or other neurodegen disease (Alzheimer's, Huntington's) Sxs: Resting tremor in hands or feet increasing with stress and disappearing with sleep. Early--balance disturbances, impairment with fine manipulative movts (writing, dressing). Progression--Hypokinesia, sluggish movement, shuffling gait, bradykinesia, rigidity, freezing during gait. Tx: Dopamine replacement therapy. PT for strength, endurance, and functional mobility.
Male Hypogonadism
Primary hypogonadism: deficiency of testosterone secondary to failure of testes to respond to FSH and LH. Most common cause is Klinefelter's Secondary hypogonadism: Failure of hypothalamus or pituitary to produce hormones to stimulate testosterone production. Sxs: Pre-puberty--sparse body hair, underdeveloped msk, long arms/legs secondary to no growth plate closure Adult-onset--decreased libido, ED, infertility, decreased cognitive skills, mood changes, sleep disturbances.
Beta value
Probability of accepting a false null hypothesis.
Alpha level
Probability of rejecting the null hypothesis when it is true Often 0.05 or 0.01.
p value
Probability that a statistical result could happen by chance. If p value is smaller than alpha, null hypothesis is rejected (P< 0.05). If p value is larger than alpha, null hypothesis is not rejected
Cervical Spine Motions: -Loose-packed position -Close-Packed Position -Capsular Pattern
Seven vertebrae, including atlantooccipital joint and the atlantoaxial joint Motions: Flexion, extension, lateral flexion (sidebending), rotation -Loose-packed position: Midway between flexion and extension -Close-Packed Position: Extension -Capsular Pattern: Lateral flexion and rotation equally limited, extension
3.3 MHz Ultrasound
Shallow regions -Superficial tendonitis -Finger joints
-oprazole
Proton Pump Inhibitor for GERD, peptic ulcers, and H. Pylori Omeprazole (prilosec)
Rectocele
Protrusion of rectum into vagina
Lumbar Plexus (FL)
QL Psoas
Metabolic Alkalosis
Quad T's Tetany Tachycardia Tremors Tingling
Muscles innervated by Femoral Nerve
Quads (RF, VL, VM, VI) Iliacus Sartorius Pectineus
Burn: Response
Remove source of burn, dilute if chemical, brush off if powder. Don't use cold water if large area bc of hypothermia If electrical, assess HR and RR, monitor for cardiac arrest Don't remove clothing if part of burn
Extrinsic feedback
Represents info that can be provided while a task or movement is in progress, or after. Can be verbal or tactile.
Two point gait pattern
Requires bilateral ambulation aids. "Left crutch and right foot, right crutch and left foot."
Cogwheel rigidity
Resistance to movement has phasic quality. Seen in Parkinson's, and basal ganglia lesions
Ischiofemoral ligament
Resists posterior displacement of femoral head
Turgor
Speed at which distended skin resumes natural appearance after being lightly pinched. Indication of skin elasticity
Sternocleidomastoid
Spinal accessory Cr11, C2, C3
Trapezius
Spinal accessory nerve XI and branches of C3, C4
Sitting Bony Prominences (Pressure Injury)
Spine of scapula -Vertebral Spinous Processes -Ischial tuberosities
Lymphedema Stage 2
Spontaneously Irreversible Stage Non-pitting, does not change with elevation or rest. Skin begins to demonstrate fibrotic changes and risk for infection increases. Stemmer's Sign positive at this stage.
Glenohumeral Ligaments
Superior: Limits adduction and ER in 0-45 deg ABD Middle: Limits ER in 45 deg ABD Inferior: Limits inferior translation. Above 90 deg ABD--> -Anterior band limits ER -Inferior band limits IR
Lymphocytes
T lymphocytes and Natural killer cells protect against infections and cancer, and B lymphocytes produce antibodies
Abdominal Superficial Reflex
T8-L1 Stroke each quadrant of abdomen diagonally towards umbilicus. Umbilicus deviates towards stimulus
Face validity
The degree to which a measurement appears to test what it is supposed to. Important to patients who may not be compliant with repeated testing if they don't see how its measurements relate to their problem
Construct Validity
The degree to which a test actually measures what it claims to measure
Validity
The degree to which a useful or meaningful interpretation can be inferred from a measurement
Postural Drainage: Posterior basal segments left and right lower lobes
The patient is in prone with the foot of the bed elevated 18 inches. Percussion and vibration are performed over lower ribs on left and right side of chest.
Postural Drainage: Anterior Segments right and left upper lobes
The patient is in supine with the bed horizontal. Percussion and vibration are performed below the clavicles.
Postural Drainage: Anterior basal segments left and right lower lobes
The patient is in supine with the foot of the bed elevated 18 inches. Percussion and vibration are performed over the lower ribs on the left and right side
Postural Drainage: Posterior Segment Right upper lobe
The patient is turned 1/4 from prone on the left side with the bed horizontal and the head and shoulders raised on a pillow. Percussion and vibration are performed around the medial border of the right scapula.
Postural Drainage: Posterior segment left upper lobe
The patient is turned 1/4 from prone on the right side with the head of the bed elevated 45 degrees and the head and shoulders raised on a pillow. Percussion and vibration are performed around the medial border of the left scapula.
Quadrant/Scour Test
Therapist flexes and adduts patient's hip with knee in ful flexion, applying compressive force through shaft of femur while passively moving hip. Positive for grinding, catching, crepitation in hip, may be indicative of arthritis, avascular necrosis, or an osteochondral defect
Plantar fascia
Thick layer of tissue on plantar aspect of foot that originates on calcaneal tuberosity and inserts onto the plantar forefoot. Helps support weight of body and support arches of foot for improved propulsion during gait
Hyperkeratosis
Thickening of the skin caused by a mass of keratinocytes, occurs in stage 3 lymphedema
Transparent Film Dressing
Thin membrane made from transparent polyurethane. Permeable to vapor and oxygen, impermeable to bacteria and water. Used for superficial or partial thickness wounds with minimal drainage -Allows for easy visual inspection -Provides moist environment for wound healing -Allows for autolytic debridement
Hyperglycemia: Response
Thirst, frequent urination, glucose in urine. Can progress to ketoacidosis (fruity breath, deep labored breathing, nausea and vomiting) Call EMS if ketoacidosis, pt will need to be injected with insulin
Ottawa Foot Rules
X ray only required if pain in midfoot AND ANY ONE of following are present 1. Bone tenderness at base of 5th MT 2. Bone tenderness at navicular 3. Inability to WB immediately and in ER for four steps
Cerebral Angiography
X-ray imaging of the arterial blood vessels in the brain after injection of contrast material to determine narrowing or blockage of brain arteries. Used to diagnose CVA, brain tumor, aneurysm, or vascular malformation.
Thalamic Pain Syndrome
a condition caused by damage to the thalamus resulting in burning or tingling sensations and possibly hypersensitivity to things that would not normally be painful such as light touch or temperature change. Contralateral to thalamic lesion
Trigeminal Neuralgia
a condition characterized by sudden, intense, severe lightning-like pain due to an inflammation of the fifth cranial nerve
Puncture wound
a deep hole made by a sharp object such as a nail. Typically little tissue damage beyond wound tract, but risk of contamination and infection are high
Tracheostomy Mask
a device designed to be placed over a stoma or tracheostomy tube to provide supplemental oxygen
Electromyography
a diagnostic test that measures the electrical activity within muscle fibers in response to nerve stimulation
Test-retest Reliability
a method for determining the reliability of a test by comparing a test taker's scores on the same test taken on separate occasions
Positron Emission Tomography (PET)
a method of brain imaging that assesses metabolic activity by using a radioactive substance injected into the bloodstream. Rules out cerebral circulatory pathology, metabolism dysfunction, tumors, brain changes following injury or drug abuse
Post-Polio Syndrome (PPS)
a neurologic disorder marked by increased weakness and/or abnormal muscle fatigue in persons who had paralytic polio many years earlier -Slow, progressive weakness, muscle atrophy, swallowing issues.
Myelography
a radiographic study of the spinal cord after the injection of a contrast medium through a lumbar puncture High risk for headache following spinal tap. Rules out subarachnoid space abnormalities, spinal nerve injury, herniated disks, fractures
Type II Diabetes Mellitus
Typically occurs over age of 45. Resistance to insulin action at receptor site, inadequate insulin secretion, and hyperglycemia when body cannot properly respond to insulin. Exacerbated by obesity. Sxs: Polyphagia, polydipsia, polyuria, dehydration, fatigue, no ketoacidosis. Tx: Blood glucose control through diet, exercise, and medications.
Wrist Ligamentous Instability Tests
Ulnar Collateral Ligament Instability Test: Therapist holds patient's thumb in extension and applies valgus force to MCP joint of thumb. Positive for excessive valgus movement and may be indicative of tear in UCL. May indicate presence of "gamekeeper's thumb"
Abductor digiti minimi (hand)
Ulnar nerve C8, T1
Lead pipe rigidity
Uniform and constant resistance as limb is moved
Brainstem CVA symptoms
Unstable vital signs Decreased LOC Decreased ability to swallow Weakness on both sides of the body Paralysis on both sides of the body
Posterior canal BPPV
Up-beat, torsional nystagmus towards affected side. Most common.
Scapula Elevation
Upper Trap Levator Scap
Subscapularis
Upper and lower subscap nerve C5, C6
-mustine
alkylating agent (antineoplastic) Carmustine, estramustine, lomustine
Dysarthria
Upper motor neuron lesion affects muscles used in articulation, resulting in slurred speech.
Referred pain from Diaphragm
Upper trap and shoulder, or costal margins/lumbar area MOI: pneumonia, infection, compression
Scapular Upward Rotation
Upper/Lower Trap Serratus Anterior
Pectoralis major
Upper: lateral pec nerve C5-C7 Lower: medial pec nerve C8, T1
Modified Plantigrade
Upright position with UE support
K Level 3
Variable cadence and unlimited community ambulator, can traverse most environmental barriers, and uses prosthetic beyond simple locomotion. Knee: Hydraulic/pneumatic, microprocessor, variable friction mechanism Ankle/Foot: Energy storing, dynamic response, multiaxial
Hydraulic Knee Prosthetic
Variable friction for improved swing and stance phase control
Canalithiasis
Variant of BPPV where otoconia are free floating within the semicircular canal. More common. Brief duration of symptoms while in position that disappear while patient is in the position.
Bayley III
assesses children birth to 3-4 in cognitive, language, motor, adaptive behavior, and social-emotional development.
CN VIII
Vestibulocochlear Sensory: Hearing and balance Test: Hear watch ticking, hearing tests, balance and coordination test
Floor Markers
Visual aid to improve attention and reduce freezing of gait and hypokinesia in Parkinsonian Gait
Occipital Function
Visual processing--colors, light, shapes, 3D, judging distance
Total Lung Capacity (TLC)
Volume of air after maximum inhalation. Sum of all lung volumes. Residual Volume (RV) + Vital Capacity (VC) OR Functional Residual Capacity (FRC) + Inspiratory Capacity (IC)
Forced Vital Capacity (FVC)
Volume of air expired during max expiration after a forced inspiration
Stroke Volume
Volume of blood ejected from the LV with each heartbeat. Normal is 60-80 mL
Corticospinal tract
Voluntary refined movements of distal extremities. Pyramidal. Damage to this tract results in positive Babinski sign, absent cremasteric reflex, and loss of fine motor skills
Normal breath sounds
Trachial and bronchial sounds: Loud, tubular sounds heard over trachea Vesicular: High pitched breezy sounds over distal airways
Mechanical Insufficiency
Transport capacity of lymphatic system is reduced due to damage to lymph system, resulting in non-pitting edema
CN V
Trigeminal Sensory: Touch/pain on face, membranes of nose, sinuses, mouth and tongue Motor: Mastication Test: Corneal reflex, facial sensation, push down on chin Common Pathologies: ALS, Trigeminal Neuralgia
CN IV
Trochlear Motor: Superior oblique Test: Visual tracking (down and in)
Decorticate rigidity
Trunk and lower extremities flexed. upper extremities in flexion. Result of corticospinal lesion at level of diencephalon.
Fasciculus Gracilis
Trunk, LE: Proprioception, 2 pt disc, vibration, graphesthesia Gracilis like the leg muscle
Fasciculus cuneatus
Trunk, neck, and UE: Proprioception, 2 pt disc, graphesthesia
Gastric Tube (G tube)
Tube inserted through abdomen to stomach Used for long term feeding in presence of difficulty with swallowing, or to avoid risk of aspiration
Weber's Test
Tuning fork struck and placed on top of head. Pt reports which ear sound is heard louder in. Conductive: Louder on affected side Sensorineural: Louder on unaffected side
D1 Extension LE
extension, abduction, internal rotation
Dysmetria
inability to control the ROM and force of muscular activity
Dysdiadochokinesia
inability to perform rapid alternating movements
Foley catheter
indwelling catheter inserted through the urethra and into the bladder that includes a collection system allowing urine to be drained into a bag; the catheter can remain in place for an extended period
Hemiballism
involuntary and violent movement of a large body part. Form of chorea.
Decreased/diminished Breath sounds
less audible sound may indicate severe congestion, emphysema or hypoventilation
Compound Fracture
bone breaks through the skin
Three stages of Motor Learning
cognitive stage, associative stage, autonomous stage
One-way ANOVA
compares multiple groups on a single independent variable
Radial nerve injury can be caused by
compression of nerve in radial tunnel or humeral fracture,
Rhonchi
continuous low pitched, rattling lung sounds that often resemble snoring. Caused by air passing through an airway which is obstructed by inflammatory secretions or liquid, or neoplasm.
Pleural Friction Rub
continuous, dry grating sound caused by inflammation of pleural surfaces and loss of lubricating pleural fluid. Indication: Inflamed visceral or parietal pleura
Craig-Scott KAFO
designed specifically for persons with paraplegia. allows a person to stand with a posterior lean of trunk.
Milwaukee Orthosis
designed to promote realignment of spine due to scoliotic curvature.
Stemmer's Sign
dorsal skin folds of the toes or fingers are resistant to lifting; indicative of fibrotic changes and lymphedema
Posterior Leaf Spring AFO
dorsiflexion assistance and foot clearance during swing phase (foot drop) -Pt has mild spastic CP, or isolated DF weakness -Little to no medial/lateral ankle support -Minimal restriction of sagittal ankle motion
Soft End Feel (abnormal)
edema, synovitis, ligament instability/tear
Enzymatic Debridement
topical application of enzymes to surface of necrotic tissue -can be used on infected and non-infected wounds with necrotic tissue -may be used in wounds that have not responded to autolytic debridement or in conjunction with other debridement techniques -can be slow to establish a clean wound bed and should be discontinued after removal of devitalized tissues in order to avoid damage
-pramine
tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) Clomipramine
Neuroma
tumor composed of nerve (benign) Associated with vasculitis, AIDS, and amyloidosis
BMI Classifications
underweight: <18.5 normal: 18.5-24.9 overweight: 25-29.9 obese: >30 Class 1 Obesity: 30-34.9 Class 2 Obesity: 35.0-39.9 Class 3 Obesity: 40+
Pacinian Corpuscles
respond to deep pressure and vibration
Cardioversion
restoration of a normal heart rhythm by electric shock
Stridor
strained, high-pitched sound heard on inspiration caused by obstruction in the pharynx or larynx (upper airway)
Chorea
sudden, rapid, jerky, purposeless movement involving limbs, trunk, or face. Often equated to fidgeting. Ballism is a form of this that involves large amplitude, flailing movements. Those that suffer from Huntington's disease often present with this.
Tics
sudden, rapid, recurrent, nonrhythmic motor movements or vocalizations
Interrater reliability
the amount of agreement in the observations of different raters who witness the same behavior
Endocrine System
the body's "slow" chemical communication system; a set of ductless glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream. Hormones travel through the body to target organs, where they selectively bind to receptor cells. Hormones travel to virtually every area of the body. Key Glands: -Hypothalamus -Pituitary Gland -Thyroid Gland -Parathyroid Gland -Adrenal Gland -Pancreas -Ovaries -Testes
Content Validity
the extent to which a test samples the behavior that is of interest. Does the test measure all aspects of the thing being tested?
Semi Fowler's Position
the head of the bed is raised 30 degrees; or the head of the bed is raised 30 degrees and the knee portion is raised 15 degrees
Null hypothesis
the hypothesis that there is no significant difference between specified populations, any observed difference being due to sampling or experimental error.
Agnosia
the inability to recognize familiar objects.
Inspiratory Reserve Volume (IRV)
the maximal amount of additional air that can be drawn into the lungs by determined effort after normal inspiration. Approx 50% of total lung volume
Median
the middle score in a distribution; half the scores are above it and half are below it
Sample size
the number of times a measurement is replicated in data collection. Directly proportional to power.
Postural Drainage: Lateral basal segments lower lobes
the patient is in sidelying with the foot of bed elevated 18 inches. percussion and vibration performed over the lower ribs. L sidelying for R lobe and R sidelying for L lobe.
Peripheral Nervous System
the sensory and motor neurons that connect the central nervous system to the rest of the body. Made up of Autonomic Nervous System and the Somatic Nervous System -12 Cranial Nerves and Ganglia -31 pairs of spinal nerves exit vertebral column through intervertebral foramina: 8 Cervical 12 Thoracic 5 lumbar 5 Sacral 1 Coccygeal
Detrusor
the smooth muscle that forms most of the bladder wall and aids in expelling urine
Bronchophony
the spoken voice sound heard through the stethoscope, which sounds soft, muffled, and indistinct over normal lung tissue (999)
Intrarater Reliability
the stability of repeated measures by the same examiner
Cardiomyopathy
the term used to describe all diseases of the heart muscle (myocardium). Broken into three types: -Dilated (Expanded ventricles -Hypertrophic (thickened ventricular walls) -Restrictive (Stiff but not thickened) Sxs: None in early stages, As condition progresses sxs include breathlessness with exertion or rest, swelling of LE, bloating of abdomen, dizziness, fainting
Ureters
the tubes connecting the kidneys to the bladder
Peak Expiratory Flow
max flow of air during the beginning of a forced expiratory maneuver
Absent Breath Sounds
may indicate pneumothorax or lung collapse
Fasting Plasma Glucose
measures circulating glucose level in a patient who has fasted at least 8 hours. Positive for DM if blood glucose level is over 125 mg/dL (normal is 100)
Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) Test
measures the amount of gas expelled when a subject takes a deep breath and then forcefully exhales maximally and as rapidly as possible
Head/Hips Relationship
mechanics used during mobility training with UE WB used as fulcrum for activity, head moves in opposite direction from hips
Pronator Teres Syndrome
median nerve compression, like CTS Unlike CTS: -aching in forearm -No night symptoms -positive tinel's sign OT: elbow splint at 90, avoid repetition post op OT: AROM, gliding, strengthen (2 wks), sensory re-ed, work mod
-nacin
muscarinic antagonist (anticholinergic) darifenacin, solifenacin
Taylor Brace
thoracolumbosacral orthosis that limits trunk flexion and extension through a 3 point control design.
Inspiratory Muscle Training
used for patients that exhibit decreased chest expansion, SOB, bradypnea, and decreased breath sounds. attempts to increase ventilating capacity and decrease dyspnea through strengthening of diaphragm and intercostal muscles. Threshold or PFLEX.
Epley's Maneuver
used to TX Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo Head rotates to affected ear first, then rotated 45 deg to each side.
Segmental Breathing
used to prevent accumulation of fluid and to increase chest mobility by directing inspired air to predetermined areas. Posterior low ribs: Posetrior basal segment of ower lobes Lower lateral costal area: lateral basal segments of lower lobes Anterior midchest: Anterior segments of upper lobes Anterior low ribs: Anterior basal segments of lower lobes
Hemiparesis
weakness on one side of the body
Reverse Muscle Action
when distal bone is stabilized and proximal bone moves. (Closed Chain Exercise OKC: Middle delt abducts shoulder. CKC (iso on wall): Middle delt brings origin (scap spine) to insertion (distal tuberosity), causing scapular downward rotation
Venous Insufficiency Ulcers
occur secondary to inadequate functioning of the venous system resulting in inadequate circulation and eventual tissue damage and ulceration Presentation: -Located proximal to medial malleolus -Irregular, shallow shape, with moderate to heavy exudate -Normal pedal pulse and skin temp -Leg elevation decreases pain, dependent position increases pain
Minimal Assist
patient requires 25% assist from therapist to complete task
Curved Headrest
patient tends to maintain backward listing and/or lateral head and neck position in sitting side panels may be indicated for more aggressive support
Swing-to gait
patient with bilateral trunk and or LE weakness uses crutches or a walker and advances LEs at the same time only to point of AD.
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease Condition: Etiology: S/Sx: Testing: Tx:
Condition: Avascular necrosis of femoral head leading to degeneration. Stages: Condensation, Fragmentation, Re-ossification, and Remodeling Etiology: Trauma, genetic predisposition, vascular abnormalities, infection S/Sx: Pain, decreased ROM, antalgic gait, positive Trendelenburg Tx: Scottish Rite brace to hold hips in ABD.
Chronic pain E-stim parameters
Higher pulse duration (250ms-1ms) Lower pulse frequency (1-10pps) Max sensory amplitude
Amine hormones (catecholamines)
Epinephrine Norepinephrine Dopamine Synthesized from chromaffin cells in adrenal medulla, and released into the bloodstream after sympathetic nervous system stimulation to activate glycogen breakdown for fuel, block insulin, increase metabolic rate, and dilate lung airways.
Osteoarthritis Condition: Etiology: S/Sx: Testing: Tx:
Condition: Chronic disease that causes degeneration of articular cartilage, primarily in weight bearing joints, resultin in deformity and thickening of subchondral bone that impairs functional status. Most common sites are hands, hips, and knees. Etiology: Occurs during middle age. More common in men before 55, more common in women after 55. Risk factors include weight, fractures/joint injuries, occupational/athletic overuse S/Sx: Gradual onset of pain present at affected joint, increased pain post exercise, pain with weather changes, enlarged joints, crepitus, stiffness, limited ROM, Heberden's (DIP) and Bouchard's (PIP) nodes. Testing: Tx: PROM, AROM, strengthening, weight loss, bracing, arthroscopic surgery, joint arthroplasty. Some knee OA patients benefit from hyaluronic acid injections.
Osteogenesis imperfecta (brittle bone disease) Condition: Etiology: S/Sx: Testing: Tx:
Condition: Connective tissue disorder that affects formation of collagen during bone development, resulting in poor bone strength. Etiology: Genetic inheritance. Types I and IV are autosomal dominant, Types II and III are autosomal recessive. S/Sx: Pathological fractures, osteoporosis, hypermobile joints, bowing of long bones, weakness, scoliosis, impaired respiratory function Tx: Education on proper handling and facilitation of movement and fracture management. Wheelchair prescription in severe cases where ambulation is not realistic.
Thoracic/Lumbar Extension
Erector spinae QL Multifidus
Cervical Radiculopathy Clinical Prediction Rule
Highly likely if all four are present 1. Positive ULTTA 2. Involved-side Cervical rotation ROM less than 60 deg 3. Positive Distraction 4. Positive Spurling's A
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Clinical Prediction Rule
Highly likely if at least 4/5 is present 1. Shaking hands 2. Wrist ratio over 0.67 3. Symptom Severity Scale over 1.9 4. Diminished sensation in thumb 5. Age over 45
Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex
In supine: body and extremities in extension In prone: body and extremities in flexion Normal Age: Birth to 6 months
Peripheral Nerve Injuries
Etiology: -Mechanical (compression) -Crush/Percussion (fracture/compartment syndrome) -Laceration -Penetrating trauma (stab wound) -Stretch (traction) -High velocity trauma (MCA) -Cold (Frostbite) Sxs: Total loss of muscle over time, replacement by fibrous tissue
Erectile Dysfunction
Inability of adult male to achieve or maintain an erection. Caused mainly by diabetes, CHD, HTN, hypothyroidism, hypopituitarism, MS, excess alcohol, hormonal imbalances
Computerized Tomography (CT)
Ionizing electromagnetic radiation at different angles to produce cross-sectional slices -Subtle or complex fractures -Central Spinal Stenosis -First imaging choice in serious trauma involving multiple injuries to bone/soft tissue
X ray Radiographic Imaging
Ionizing electromagnetic radiation passes through tissues -Best Initial Study for MSK -Best initial assessment for joint, spine, and cardiopulmonary disease
Spinocerebellar tract
Ipsilateral subconcious proprioception
Lower Quarter Functional Testing
L4-L5: Heel walking S1: Toe walking L4-S1: Straight leg raise
Lower Quarter Reflex Testing
L4: Patellar Tendon S1: Achilles Tendon
Plantar reflex
L5-S1 Stroke lateral aspect of the sole from heel to ball of foot and medial to base of great toe. Normal response is flexion. If extension, positive Babinksi sign.
Anemia
Lack of RBCs, causing decrease in oxygen and overall fatigue and weakness
Conduction Aphasia
Lack of ability to conduct between listening and speech, can't repeat words or phrases. Reading intact, writing impaired.
Maturation Phase of Wound Healing
7 days to 2 years Initiated when granulation tissue and epithelial differentiation appear in wound bed.
Normal Adult pH Acidemia Alkalemia
7.35-7.45 Acidemia: lower than 7.35 Alkalemia: Higher than 7.45
Level of SpO2 to stop at
90% for acutely ill patients, 85% for patients with chronic lung disease.
Ischemic Stroke
Loss of perfusion to portion of the brain, causing irreversible infarction. Caused by Embolus (20%), or Thrombus
Salicylates
(Negative) Used for muscle/joint pain, plantar warts
Ultrasound Frequency
High frequency is absorbed more rapidly and affects superficial tissues (3.3 MHz reaches 1-2 cm below skin) Low Frequency is absorbed deeper and is used for deeper tissues (1 MHz reaches 3-5 cm below skin)
Talipes Equinovarus (Clubfoot) Condition: Etiology: S/Sx: Testing: Tx:
Condition: Deformity where heel points downward and forefoot turns in. Etiology: Often accompanies other neuromuscular abnormalities (spina bifida, arthrogryposis). S/Sx: Adduction of forefoot, varus positioning of hindfoot, equinus of ankle. Tx: Splinting and serial casting. Restore proper positioning of ankle and foot.
Serous Exudate
Clear, light color Thin watery consistency Normal in healthy healing wound through inflammatory and proliferative stages of healing
Curved back insert
Clinical indications: -requires moderate trunk support due to tone -strength or deformity related postural concerns
D1 Flexion UE
Close your hand and pull up and across your body.. putting on earring
Levels of Consciousness (LOC)
Coma: Unconscious and unresponsive to internal/external stimuli Stupor: Unresponsive with arousal from repeated stimuli Obtundity: Sleep, reduced alertness to arousal, delayed response to stimuli Delirium: Disorientation, confusion, agitation, loudness Clouding of consciousness: Quiet behavior, confusion, poor attention, delayed response Consciousness: Alertness, awareness, orientation, memory
Tetralogy of Fallot
Combination of 4 heart defects: 1. VSD 2. Pulmonary STenosis 3. R Ventricular Hyprertrophy 4. Aorta overriding VSD Sxs: Cyanosis, SOB during feeding, fainting, finger/toe clubbing, poor weight gain, tiring easily, heart murmur Tx: Surgery placing patch over VSD and widening pulmonary valve and arteries. Untreated casesdevelop infective endocarditis, resulting in death or disability by early adulthood
Seropurulent Exudate
Cloudy/Opaque, yellow or tan color Thin, watery consistency Early warning sign of impending infection, always considered abnormal
Seminiferous Tubules
Coiled tubes found in each lobe of the testes where spermatogenesis takes place
Schedule V Drugs
Lowest potential for abuse and addiction, may be available without prescription -Cough and cold medicines with low doses of opioids
Atelectasis
Complete or partial collapse of a section of a lung due to blockage of bronchioles or due to pressure on the lung. Can be caused by pleural effusion, tumor, ARDS, asthma, COPD, cystic fibrosis. Sxs: Cyanosis, SOB, increased RR and HR. Tx: Deep breathing, changing positions, airway clearance techniques, supplemental oxygen, Positive End-Expiratory pressure (PEEP) or CPAP to keep airways and alveoli open. Bronchoscopy to remove foreign objects.
Autonomic Dysreflexia: Recognition and Response
Complete spinal cord injury above T6 when exposed to noxious stimuli (tight clothes, full bladder). Sxs: HTN, bradycardia, sweating, HA, nausea, red blotchy skin Pt in upright position (sitting/semirecumbent), then identify and remove noxious stimuli
Median nerve injury can be caused by
Compression in the carpal tunnel, pronator teres entrapment
Thrombocythemia
High platelet count increases risk of thrombosis, may result in a stroke or heart attack
Schedule II Drugs
High potential for abuse and high risk for addiction Allowed for medical use, but no auto refills -Opioids, amphetamines, barbiturates
Schedule I drugs
High potential for abuse, high risk for addiction Only used for research and not medical treatment -Heroin, LSD
Muscle re-education E-stim
High pulse duration Medium pulse frequency (50 pps) Motoric with timeon/off ratio and ramp
Tabetic gait pattern
High stepping ataxic gait pattern where the feet slap ground
Equine gait pattern
High steps, excessive gastroc activity
Gout
Monoarticular inflammatry process in first MTP that develops in those with high uric acid in the blood, causing needlelike crystals to form and cause pain, redness, warmth, and swelling Etiology: Mainly males over 30 with a purine rich diet (fish, seafood, bacon) and/or alcoholism. Sxs: -Elevated Uric acid (over 7 mg/DL -Pain starts at night GOUT TOE Great toe pain One joint in most cases-1st MTP Uric acid elevated over 7 Tachycardia Tophi (uric acid crystal chunks) Overly sensitive Erythema and feever Colchicine, Alopurinol. and NSAIDS
Axonotmesis
More severe form of acute nerve injury. Reversible injury to damaged nerve fibers. Damage occurs to axons, but endoneurium is preserved. Distal Wallerian degeneration can occur. Pt complains of pain in distribution Nerve can regen distal to site of lesion at 1 mm per day, with spontaneous and spotty to no recovery. Traction, compression, crush injuries most common
Friedrich's Ataxia
Most common autosomal recessive ataxia. Gait unsteadiness early in life, followed by UE ataxia, dysarthria, and paresis. Mental function declines and tremors may be seen. Impaired reflexes vibration, and position senses.
Central Cord Syndrome
Most common type of SCI. Incomplete lesion from compression/damage to central portion of spinal cord, MOI is usually cervical hyperextension, but can be caused by spinal stenosis. -Spinothalamic, corticospinal, and dorsal column tracts are damaged -Greater UE involvement than lower extremities -Greater motor than sensory deficits -Minimal bowel/bladder loss -Should regain ability to ambulate
Radiation Burn
Most common with exposure beam radiation therapy. Ischemic injury may be irreversible due to altered DNA in exposed tissues. -Severe blistering -Desquamation -Non-healing wounds -Tissue fibrosis -Permanent discoloration
Autonomic Dysreflexia
Most dangerous complication of SCI, can occur in T6 and above. Noxious stimuli below level of lesion triggers autonomic nervous system causing sudden elevation in BP. Can lead to convulsions, hemorrhage, or death. Cause: Full bladder, kink or blockage in catheter, bladder infections, pressure ulcers, extreme temp changes, tight clothing, ingrown toenails. Sxs: High BP, severe headache, blurred vision, stuffy nose, profuse sweating, goosebumps above lesionand flushing below level of injury. Tx: Do not lie patient down, will only elevate BP. Patient should be examined for irritating stimuli and bowel impaction.
Incisional wound
Most often associated with surgery and is created intentionally by means of a sharp object such as a scalpel or scissors
Visual Action Therapy (VAT)
Most often used with global aphasia. Pt traces objects, then matches objects to tracing. Progress to pantomiming tasks, using gestures to identify visible objects and to symbolize absent objects. Non-verbal treatment
Neurotmesis
Most severe form of acute nerve injury Axon, myelin, connective tissue are all damaged irreversibly with no possibility of regeneration. Flaccid paralysis and waisting of muscles occur, total loss of sensation to nerve area. No pain. Complete neural loss. Muscle wasting. All motor/sensory loss distal to lesion is permanently.
Connective Tissue Cancers (muscle, blood vessel, cartilage, fat)
Sarcoma Fibrosarcoma Liposarcoma Chondrosarcoma Osteosarcoma Hemangiosarcoma Leiomyosarcoma Rhabdomyosarcoma
Atrial Flutter
Saw tooth P waves are characteristic. Rapid but regular atrial tachycardia Often occurs with valvular disease, HTN, MI, obstructive lung disease, pulmonary emboli. Sxs: Palpitations, lightheadedness, angina. Stagnation of blood may predispose to thrombi in atria
Open System Model
Single transfer of information without any feedback loop. Nervous system is awaiting stimuli in order to react. (Reflexive hierarchical theory)
Sinus Arrest
Sinus Rhythm with intermittent failure of SA node or AV node ECG: Occasional complete absence of P or QRS wave
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus rhythm with HR less than 60 BPM
Sinus Tachycardi
Sinus rhythm with HR more than 100 BPM
Sinus Arrhythmia
Sinus rhythm with quickening and slowing of impulse formation, slight beat-to-beat variation of rate
Alginate Dressing
Soft, absorbent, cotton like, for wounds with exudate, require packing and absorption, absorb a TON Highly absorptive, highly permeable -used on infected wounds for excessive drainage -May require frequent changes and requires secondary dressing. -Can be used to stop blood flow -Enables autolytic debridement
Pulmonary artery catheter (Swan-Ganz)
Soft, flexible catheter inserted through vein into pulmonary artery to provide continuous measures of PA pressure. -Can also diagnose RHF -PA HTN -Heart function post-MI -Cardiomyopathy
Normal Voice Sounds
Soft, muffled, and indistinct syllables. Increases in loudness or distictness indicate consolidation, atelectasis or fibrosis, all of which improve vibrations through lung tissue.
Iliofemoral Joint Motions: -Loose-packed position -Close-Packed Position -Capsular Pattern
Motions: Flex/Ext. Abd/Add, Internal/External rotation -Loose-packed position: 30 deg flex, 30 deg abd, slight external rot -Close-Packed Position: Full ext, internal rotation -Capsular Pattern: flexion, abduction, internal rotation
Tibiofemoral Joint Motions: -Loose-packed position -Close-Packed Position -Capsular Pattern
Motions: Flexion, extension, internal/external rotation -Loose-packed position: 25 deg flex -Close-Packed Position: Full ext, ext rotation of tibia, flexion/extension -Capsular Pattern: Flex, ext
Proximal Radioulnar Joint Motions: -Loose-packed position -Close-Packed Position -Capsular Pattern
Motions: Pronation, Supination -Loose-packed position: 70 deg elbow flex, 35 deg supination -Close-Packed Position: 5 deg supination -Capsular Pattern: Supination, Pronation
Upper GI function
Mouth, Esophagus, and Stomach mechanically and chemically digest food. Stomach uses HCl acid and digestive enzymes from liver, pancreas, and gallbladder to assist digestion
Cerebral Palsy
Movement disorder caused by brain damage. Non-progressive, acquired in utero, birth, or infancy due to lack of oxygen, maternal infection, substance abuse, toxemia, prematurity. Can be acquired through meningitis, CVA, seizures, or brain injury. Sxs: Mild to severe loss of control, profound intellectual disability. Abnormal muscle tone, abnormal reflexes Can be Spastic: Lesion in motor cortex of cerebrum, UMN damage or Athetoid: Lesion involved basal ganglia Monoplegia: one extremity Diplegia: Bilateral lower extremity with some UE involveent Hemiplegia: Unilateral UE and LE Quadriplegia: Whole body
Microprocessor Knee Prosthetic
Multiple programs available, allows for fluid management of stair descent. Requires charging, variable friction.
High voltage pulsed stimulation
Muscle contractions, pain control
Biceps brachii
Musculocutaneous nerve C5, C6
Brachialis
Musculocutaneous nerve C5, C6
Coracobrachialis
Musculocutaneous nerve C5-C7
White matter
Myelinated axons, nerve fibers without dendrites
ST segment elevation
Myocardial infarction (STEMI) Greater than 1 mm is indicative -True STEMI = terminate exercise and alert EMS -If STEMI is observed on monitor without symptoms, check the lead
EMG repetitive Discharge
Myopathies, lesion of anterior horn cells and peripheral nerves
EMG Polyphasic potentials (Voluntary)
Myopathies, muscle or peripheral nerve involvement
CVA Tests and Measures
NIH Stroke Scale: Assessment of acute CVA relative to impairment Functional Independence Measure: Assesses level of burden by measuring mobility and ADL management Stroke Impact Scale: Assessment of physical and social disability or level of impairment secondary to CVA Fugl-Meyer Assessment of Physical Performance: Motor, sensory, balance impairment, pain, ROM
Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES)
NMES during a functional activity -Reducing shoulder subluxation (posterior delt and supraspinatus, 3 sec ramp up/down) -Foot drop during gait (Tibialis anterior + peroneals to prevent inversion sprain, 0-1 ramp up/down) -Impaired hand/finger function -Exercise to maintain mobility
Respiratory Alkalosis
NO CARDS Numbness/Tingling Orthostatic Hypotension Confusion Anxiety Rapid Breathing (Hyperventilation) Dizziness Seizures
-profen
NSAID Ibuprofen
-fenac
NSAID Diclofenac, bromenac
Aspirin
NSAID for pain, fever, HA, inflammation Sides: Bloody/tarry stools, nausea, vomiting, peptic ulcers
Procedural Learning
Task is learned by forming movement habits through repetitive practice.
Gluteus minimus
Superior gluteal nerve L4, L5, S1
Tensor fasciae latae
Superior gluteal nerve L4, L5, S1
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Temporary interruption of blood supply, symptoms resolve in 24-48 hours. Most often at carotid and vertebrobasilar arteries.
Allograft
Temporary skin graft taken from a cadaver to cover a burned area
GH External (Lateral) Rotation
Teres Minor Infraspinatus Posterior Delt
Post-traumatic Amnesia
Time between injury and when patient is able to recall recent events.
Friable
Tissue that is easily torn, fragmented, or bleeding when gently palpated
Jejunostomy Tube (J-tube)
Tube inserted through endoscopy into jejunum via abdominal wall Used for long term feeding for patients unable to receive food by mouth
Hypothalamus Dysfunction
Tumors (ependyomas), inflammatory process (sarcoidois), surgical transection, trauma (skull fracture)
Effect Size
Measure of magnitude of the difference between two treatments, or the magnitude of relatioship between two variable. Larger ES=statistically significant
Standard Deviation
Measurement of spread or dispersion of data. Valid in normal distribution
Therapeutic Index
Measurement of the safety of a drug. Calculated as a ratio, compares effectiveness of a drug against lethal effects. Median Toxic Dose/Median Effective Dose Low TI indicates that a drug is less safe, and will result in more adverse effects
Erb's Palsy
Upper brachial plexus injury that results from difficult birth. Most common avulsion is at Erb's point in anterolateral neck, damaging C5-C6 (axillary, lateral pectoral, upper/lower subscap, suprascapular, long thoracic, musculocutaneous). Loss of RC, delt, brachilais,coracobrachialis, and biceps function. Sxs: Waiter's tip deformity (loss of shoulder function, elbow flexion, supination, and hand positioned in pinch grip). May have GH subluxation/dislocation, skeletal deformity, poor bone growth, learned pattern of non-use.
Neutrophils
WBC that ingest bacteria and debris
Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis
Weak femoral epiphyseal growth plates cause excessive mechanical stress -Traumatic onset (LCP is insidious) -May have trendelenburg gait -Capsular pattern present (NOT present in LCP) -Usually surgery is required
Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI)
Weak or damaged valves in veins can't keep blood flowing to the heart, causing veins to remain filled with blood. Risk factors: female, obese, pregnant, prolonged sitting/standing Sxs: Leg swelling, varicose veins, aching, heaviness, cramping, itching, redness or skin ulcers of legs/ankles Tx: Compression stockings, elevation of legs to decrease chronic swelling. Varicose vein stripping for persistent leg pain or skin ulcers.
Exaggerated Knee flexion at contact
Weak quads Quad paralysis Hamstrings spasticity Insufficient EXT ROM Too much PF at foot Too soft of heel (tibia travels forward in front of femur, causing ext)
Hyperkeratosis
White/gray in color, can vary in texture from firm to soggy. Also called callus.
Cerebellar gait
Wide based, uncoordinated arms, staggering. Associated with cerebellar disease.
Wheelchair Seat Width
Widest aspect of hips Add 2 inches
Discography
radiological examination of the intervertebral disk structures with injection of a contrast medium Evaluates integrity and pathology of spinal disk
Relative Risk
ratio of incidence/prevalence of a disease in an exposed group to the incidence/prevalence of a disease in an unexposed group RR of 1 = Equally likely in both groups RR more than 1 = Exposure means more risk RR less than 1 = Exposure means less risk
Modified Trendelenburg position
used in the treatment of shock; the patient is positioned lying flat on the back with the legs elevated 12-16 inches above the head in an effort to improve the blood flow to the brain
Pearson product moment correlation (r)
Measures the magnitude of the linear relationship between two variables on the inverval scale. Positive r = values increase or decrease together Negative r = values increase or decrease away from each other 0 = no relationship
Airway Suctioning
Mechanical aspiration of secretions from the nasopharynx, oropharynx, or trachea using a suction catheter.
Endotrachial Suctioning
Mechanical removal of pulmonary secretions from pt who is on a vent Who: Severely involved pt with trach on mechanical vent (ALS, GB, high SCI). Pt with audible lung secretions, sesat, and/or signs of ARD
Baroreceptor Reflex
Mechanoreceptors that detect changes in pressure. Arterial baroreceptors (carotid, aortic arch, R subclavian) are high pressure receptors Cardiopulmonary receptors are low pressure receptors Sympathetic activation leads to increased HR, vasoconstriction, increased BP and CO. Parasympathetic activation leads to decreased HR and contractility, and decreased BP
Antiemetics
Meclizine Scopolamine Dolasetron Phenergan
Pec minor
Medial pectoral nerve C8-T1
Abductor hallucis
Medial plantar nerve L4, L5
Flexor digitorum brevis
Medial plantar nerve L4, L5
Flexor hallucis brevis
Medial plantar nerve L4, L5, S1
Abductor pollicis brevis
Median nerve C6, C7
Flexor carpi radialis
Median nerve C6, C7
Opponens pollicis
Median nerve C6, C7
Palmaris longus
Median nerve C6, C7
Pronator Quadratus
Median nerve C6, C7
Pronator Teres
Median nerve C6, C7
Flexor digitorum superficialis
Median nerve C7, C8, T1
Flexor digitorum profundus
Median nerve C8, T1 to 2nd and 3rd fingers; ulnar nerve C8, T1 to 4th and 5th fingers
Flexor pollicis longus
Median nerve palmar interosseous branch C8, T1
Hindbrain (Rhombencephalon)
Metencephalon -Cerebellum, Pons Myelencephalon -Medulla Oblongata
Surgeries to fix Articular Cartilage Defects
Microfracture Procedure: Awl penetrates subchonral bown, causing an ingrowth of fibrocartilage. Osteochondral Autograft Transplantation: Cartilage is harvested from NWB surfaces to form a plug to fill chondral defect Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation: Healthy cartilage is harvested and cultured so it will grow, then implanted. Rehab Considerations: Weight bearing restrictions, depending on size and location of lesion. Adherence to weight bearing restrictions is critical.
Pulmonary Fibrosis
Microscopic damage to alveoli causes irreversible scarring of interstitial tissue, decreasing tissue elasticity and increases difficulty of breathing. Cause is unknown (idiopathic) or can be from exposure to toxic elements (dust, silica, asbestos, grain, animal droppings), radiation to lungs, chemo drugs, antiarrhythmic medications, ad some antibiotics. Sxs: SOB, especially during/afer physical activity and dry cough. Fatigue, weight loss, aching muscles/joints Tx: Scarring is irreversible, but corticosteroids and immunosuppressives can help, Lung transplantation may be required.
Schedule IV Drugs
Mild risk for physical or psychological dependence Some limitations set on auto refills -Anti-anxiety drugs, some barbiturates (phenobarbital)
Lymphedema Classification
Mild: Less than 3 cm between affected and unaffected limbs Moderate: 3-5 cm difference between affected and unaffected limb Severe: Greater than 5 cm difference between affected and unaffected limb
Neurapraxia
Mildest form of acute nerve injury Conduction blocked due to myelin dysfunction, with axonal continuity preserved. Nerve conduction preserved proximal and distal to lesion. Nerve fibers not damaged, with no evidence of nerve degeneration. Pt complains of pain in distribution Pressure injuries Sxs: Pain, minimal muscle atrophy, numbness or loss of motor/sensory function. Rapid recovery, will occur within 4-6 weeks.
Direct Cholinergic Agents
Mimic the action of the parasympathetic nervous system, induce the rest-and-digest response by binding directly to cholinergic receptors and mimicking ACh. Used for dementia, decrease in GI motility, glaucoma, Myasthenia Gravis May increase HR and dizziness, cause GI distress, or other parasympathetic effects. -Duvoid/Bethanechol -Pilocar/Pilocarpine
Cane
Min stability and support. Straight cane provides least support, should not be utilized with PWB. Small base and large base quad canes have larger BOS, can better liit WB on uninvolved LE. 20-25 deg of elbow flexion while grasping handgrip
Type I Diabetes Mellitus
Pancreas fails to produce enough insulin due to genetic disposition and/or exposure to trigger causing an immune reaction. Also called insulin-dependent or juvenile diabetes. Sxs: Rapid onset, weight loss, ketoacidosis, polyuria (urination), polydipsia (thirst), polyphagia (hunger), blurred vision, dehydration, fatigue Tx: Insulin injections to maintain glucose blood levels.
ADA Doorway width Requirements
Minimum 32 inch width
Anterior neck burn
Possible flexion and lateral flexion deformity Use soft, molded, or Philadelphia collar
Minimal Detectable Difference
Minimum change in patient's condition beyond threshold of measurement error. Smallest chnge that would be statistically significant.
Title V of ADA
Miscellaneous: includes insurance issues, congressional inclusion and amendments to Rehab Act of 1973
Referred pain from Large Intestine
Pain in lower mid-abdomen with referral to sacrum when rectum is stimulated by passing gas or defecation MOI: diverticulitis, IBS, Chron's
Referred pain from Heart
Pain in substernal region, referral to mid-thoracic, jaw, L upper trap, L shoulder, and down L arm In women, can present as epigastric pain, R shoulder pain, indigestion. MOI: MI, pericarditis
Grade 2 Concussion
Moderate head injury causing transient confusion lasting longer than 15 minutes. Poor concentration, retrograde, and anterograde amnesia. CT scan indicated if symptoms worsen. RTP deferred until athlete is symptom free for 2 weeks with exertion and rest.
Schedule III Drugs
Moderate risk for physical dependence, high risk for psychological dependence Auto refills allowed with limitations -Opioids combined with non opioids and anabolic steroids
Multi-Layered Bandages
Moderate to high resting pressure -several bandages with elastic and inelastic layers -providing protection, absorption, compression Most commonly used for venous stasis ulcers
Sacrotuberous ligament
Sacrum to ischial tuberosity. Resists sacral anterior rotationa dn prevents superior translation of sacrum.
Pigmented Cell Cancers
Melanoma
Broca's Aphasia
"Expressive aphasia", a type of non-fluent aphasia, and most common form. Can understand, but unable to express speech. MCA causing lesion in premotor area of L Frontal Lobe Slow, hesitant speech with limited vocab and difficulty with sentences. Auditory and reading comprehension are intact, but speak in short phrases with great effort due to motor impairment. BEN has Broca's Broca's Expressive Deficits Nonfluent
Type II Muscle Fibers
"Fast Twitch" Anaerobic, white, phasic, fast-glycolytic High fatigability, low capillary density, myoglobin, mitochondria, blood supply. Larger fibers. High Jump, sprinting
Glossopharyngeal Breathing
"Frog breathing" Use tongue to push air into airway - swallow air. USED FOR: High SC injury (if ventilator fails)
Type I Muscle Fibers
"Slow Twitch" Aerobic, red, tonic, slow-oxidative Low fatigability, high capillary density and myoglobin content, extensive blood supply and mitochondria Marathon, swimming
Aldosterone
"salt-retaining hormone" which promotes the retention of Na+ by the kidneys. na+ retention promotes water retention, which promotes a higher blood volume and pressure
Ectopic bone
(or heterotopic ossification): spontaneous formation of bone in the soft tissue/muscle. occurs adjacent to larger joints such as knees or hips. Possibly due to tissue hypoxia or abnormal calcium metabolism. Early symptoms: Edema, decreased ROM, increased temp of involved joint. Tx: Diphosphates that inhibit etopic bone formation, focus on maintaining ROM and keeping pt independent
Noxious TENS
*Amplitude*: highest tolerated stimulus *Pulse freq*: high or low *Pulse duration*: long (250 usec up to 1sec) *Tx time*: 30-60sec for each point *Used for*: trigger points
Ulnar nerve muscles
*Flexor carpi ulnaris *1/2 flexor digitorum profundus *Palmaris Brevis *Abductor digiti minimi *Opponens digiti minimi *Flexor digiti minimi *Interossei *Lumbricales *Adductor pollicis
Frontal Lobe Functions
*Voluntary movement (primary cortex/precentral gyrus) *Intellect *Orientation *Broca's area: Speech and concentration *Personality, temper, judgment, reasoning, behavior, self-awareness, executive functions
Long stretch bandages
- Can apply 60-70 mmHG - Most often used for patients who are immobile because it provides little working pressure High resting pressure Low working pressure
Anterior Innominate Rotation
- With Supine to sit test, goes Long to Short (ALS) Treatment: MET on hamstrings (opposite anterior)
Ostomy device
- provides a method for collection of waste from a surgically produced opening in the abdomen. -The removal of the waste occurs through a stoma extending into the small intestine. - The waste is collected in a plastic bag or pouch covering the stoma.
ADA Ramp guidelines
-12 inches of horizontal run for every inch of vertical rise -1 foot/1 inch. Example: If ramp rises 21 inches, must be at least 21 feet long -equivalent to 8.3% grade -Max rise for run is 30 inches (max run is 30 ft) -Ramp must be 36 inches wide -Level landing at top and bottom -If changing direction, landing area must be 5 ft by 5 ft (60 in by 60 in)
Iontophoresis Dosage
-40-80 mA-min -Amplitudes range from 1.0-4.0 mA -Current amplitude x time -4.0 mA over 10 min = 40 mA-min -Lower amplitude and longer duration = less burns or irritation -Decrease likelihood of burns by decreasing current density, increasing size of cathode, and increasing space between electrodes.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Tests
-Adson Maneuver: Palpating radial pulse, therapist asks patient to rotate head to face test shoulder and extend head while therapist passively ER and EXT patient's shoulder. Positive for Absent/Diminished radial pulse. -Allen Test: 90 deg ABD, ER, and Elbow Flex. Radial pulse palpated, patient's head turns away from test shoulder. Positive for Absent/Diminished radial pulse -Costoclavicular Syndrome Test: Palpating radial pulse, patient lifts chest in "military posture". Positive for absent/diminished radial pulse may indicate subclavian artery compression between first rib and clavicle. -Roos Test: 90 deg ABD, ER, Elbow flexion (field goal). Patient opens and closes hands for three minutes. positive for inability to maintain position, weakness of arms, sensory loss, or ischemic pain. -Wright Test (Hyperabduction Test): Passive ABD while monitoring radial pulse. Positive for absent/diminished raidal pulse, may be indicative of costoclavicular compression
Tunnel of Guyon
-Anatomic region formed by the hook of the hamate bone and the pisiform bone -the ulnar nerve and artery pass into the hand through this region
Shoulder dislocation special tests
-Apprehension test for anterior shoulder dislocation (90 90 with supine ER) -Apprehension test for posterior shoulder dislocation (90 flex and IR, posterior directed force) -Sulcus sign (Greater than 2 cm = 3+, 1-2 cm = 2+, less than 1 cm = 1+
Lymphedema
-Chronic, incurable condition -Accumulation of lymph in the body, causing edema that presents typically in extremities, but can occur anywhere on body (face, neck, abdomen, trunk, genitalia) -Fluid buildup occurs secondary to damage to lymph structures -Categorized as Primary or Secondary -Patients complain of achiness, fullness, and heaviness of affected limb, which eventually becomes fobrotic, resulting in further chronic inflammation and increased risk for infection
Metabolic System Functions
-Conversion of food to energy to run cellular processes -Conversion of food to fuel for proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, and carbs -Elimination of metabolic waste Catabolism breaks down organic processes Anabolism combines simple molecules for tissue growth
Epicondylitis Tests
-Cozen's Test: Resisted wrist pronation, radial deviation, and extension with palpation at latereal epicondyle. Positive for weakness or pain on lat epicondyle. Indicative of lateral epicondylitis. -Lateral Epicondylitis Test: Patient extends third digit against resistance. Positive for pain or muscle weakness -Medial Epicondylitis Test: Therapist passively supinates the forearm, extends the wrist and elbow. Positive for pain in medial epicondyle. -Mill's Test: Therapist pronates forearm, flexes wrist, extends elbow. Positive for pain in lateral epicondyle.
Basal Ganglia Dysfunction
-Difficulty starting, stopping or sustaining movement -Uncontrollable, repeated movements (shaking) -Muscle spasms and muscle rigidity -Parkinson's/Huntington's, Tourette's, ADD, OCD, addiction
Exercise Stress Test Absolute Indications for stopping
-Drop in SBP greater than 10 despite increase in workload WTIH evidence of ischemia -3/4 angina -Nervous system symptoms (ataxia, dizziness) -Poor perfusion (cyanosis, pallor) -Sustained V-tach -1.0 mm ST elevation without diagnostic Q waves
SLAP tear
-Lesion of superior labrum that extends anterior to posterior -Type 2 is most common (detachment of superior labrum from glenoid along with LHB tendon) Proceed with caution if biceps tendon is detached -Direction of instability most likely to be anterior Post-op rehab: -elevation PROM limited 30 deg per week (90 deg by week 3-4) -ONLY passive IR and ER -AVOID active elbow flex/supination for 6 wks -AVOID shoulder EXT with elbow EXT for 6 wks -Avoid resisted biceps contraction for 8 wks -Avoid ABD/ER combo for 12+wks
SC Joint: -Motions -Loose-packed position -Close-Packed Position -Capsular Pattern
-Motions: Elevation, Depression, Proctraction/Retraction, Ext/Internal Rotation -Loose-packed position: Arm at side -Close-Packed Position: Max shoulder elevation -Capsular Pattern: Pain at end range of motion
Medial Collateral Ligament
-Runs from medial femoral epicondyle to medial aspect of shaft of the tibia. Deep capsular fibers are attached to the medial meniscus -Prevents excessive valgus displacement of tibia relative to femur Injured through: -Pure valgus load at knee without rotation (lateral blow to knee in football) -Often involves injury to ACL or medial meniscus Special test: Valgus stress test
Posterior Cruciate Ligament
-Runs from the posterior intercondylar tibia to the anterolateral surface of the femoral medial condyle. -Prevents posterior displacement of tibia on femur Injured through: -"Dashboard Injury" where tibia is driven posteriorly on femur as well as femur driven anteriorly on tibia -Severe knee hyperflexion (falling on bent knees) Special tests: Posterior Drawer, Posterior sag
Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs)
-Sartans Block Angiotensin II receptors which limit vasoconstriction and stimulation of vascular tissue Indications: HTN, CHF Losartan, Candesartan, Valsartan
Relative contraindications to Exercise during Pregnancy
-Severe Anemia -Unevaluated maternal cardiac dysrhythmia -Chronic bronchitis -Poorly controlled Type I diabetes -Extreme morbid obesity or underweight (BMI less than 12) -History of extremely sedentary lifestyle -Intrauterine growth restriction in current pregnancy -Poorly controlled hypertension -Orthopedic limitations -Poorly controlled seizure disorder -Poorly controlled hyperthyroidism -Heavy smoker
Biceps Tendon Pathology special tests
-Speed's Test: Resisted active shoulder flexion with palpation of bicipital groove, positive for pain -Yergason's Test: Resisted forearm supination and ER -Ludington's Test: Hands behind head, alternately contract/relax biceps muscles. Absence of movement is positive for long head of biceps rupture
Levels of Evidence
-Systematic Review: best option -Randomized Control Trials: double blind -Cohort studies: longitudinal, not randomized or controlled, writing down observations, retrospective -Case Control: Individuals w/ disease are compared to invidiuals without -Cross-sectional: Observations are only made at one point in time, all subjects tested at same time -case study: one patient results -expert opinions: least valuable
Central Vestibular Disorders
-TIA/Stroke -Acoustic Neuroma -Cerebellar Tumor -Vertebrobasilar insuficciency -Concussion/Head Injury -Vestibular migraine -Multiple Sclerosis
Posterior Innominate Rotation
-With supine to sit, test leg goes short to long (SLP) Treatment: MET on hip flexors (opposite posterior)
Ulnar Gutter Splint
-aka ulnar FA based static wrist orthosis -provides rigid support for fxs, inflammatory conditions of soft tissue/nerve injuries; reduces pain and inflammation; protects against joint damage; immobilization to promote healing -Population: Boxer's fx of 5th metacarpal, skin graft, wrist sprain/fracture, sports, work related injuries, arthritis, congenital hand deformities -Wear at all times except when bathing
Antibiotics (Cancer)
-cins Adriamycin (doxorubicin) Mithracin (plicamycin) Cosmegen (Dactinomycin
Positions to Relieve Dyspnea
-forward leaning with arm support optimized length tension of diaphragm and allows piece minor and major muscles to assist with elevating rib cage during inspiration. -reverse trendelenburg (supine with head above trunk and LE) -semi fowlers - supine head of bed evaluated 45 degrees.
Occipital Impairment
-homonymous hemianopsia -impaired extra ocular mvmt -reading and writing impairment -cortical blindness with bilat lobe involvement
Antihistamine Agents
-ines Block effects of histamine to decrease nasal congestion, mucosal irritation and symptoms of cold, sinusitis, conjunctivitis, allergies. Can also be used for seasonal allergies, motion sickness, and Parkinson's. Benadryl (Dipenhydramine), Allegra (Fexofenadine), Zyrtec (Cetirizine HCL), Claritin (Loratadine)
Hickman Catheter
-inserted through cephalic or internal jugular vein -threaded into SVC and R atrium -used for long-term administration of substances into venous system (chemotherapeutic agents, total parenteral nutrition, and antibiotics)
Anterior Cruciate Ligament
-runs from anterior intercondylar area of tibia to medial aspect of lateral femoral condyle in intercondylar notch ( -Prevents anterior displacement of tibia on femur Injured through: -noncontact twisting injury associated with hyperext and varus/valgus stress to knee. -severe knee hyperextension -Tibia being driven anteriorly on femur, or femur driven posteriorly on tibia Special tests: Anterior drawer, Lachman, lateral pivot shift, Slocum
Thumb Spica Splint
-stabilizes and supports CMC joint, IP joint free, includes wrist -provides rest to pt who has pain or edema in thumb 2/2: RA, sprains, wrist instabilities and surgical repair, DeQuervain's tenosynovitis, Skier's/Gamekeeper's thumb -splint should be worn: during activs that may require extra support; activs that include repetitive movts; at night to provide a functional resting splint
Central Venous Pressure Catheter
-used for measuring pressures in right atrium or SVC -indwelling venous catheter + pressure manometer -evaluates right ventricular function, right atrial filling pressure, and circulating blood volume -reduces need for repeated venipuncture
Repeated Contractions (RC)
-used when multiple muscle groups are weak -concentric until point of weakness then resist isometrically -apply a quick stretch then have patient continue actively into pattern -hold an isometric at end of range then concentrically contract antagonists with an isometric at the end of that range -mobility
Inflammatory Phase of Wound Healing
1-10 days Initial response to wound, Platelet activation, clotting cascade. WBCs kill bacteria. Re-epithelializationin 24 hours
High Altitude
1,500-3500 m (5000 ft to 11,500 feet) Atmospheric pressure is low, partial pressure of O2 is high (PaO2) Increased HR, CO, BP, RR Decreased performance, SV, Arterial PaCO2 Altitude sickness: HA, nausea, vomiting, edema, dyspnea
Arterial Blood Gas Analysis
1. *pH over 7.40 = alkalosis *pH under 7.4 = acidosis 2. *CO2 = 35-45 means no respiratory problem and no respiratory compensation for metabolic problem. *CO2 over 50 mmHg = alveolar hypoventilation/failure to get rid of CO2 *CO2 under 30 mmHg = alveolar hyperventilation (getting rid of too much CO2) 3. Rule: if pH and CO2 are outside norms in same direction, it's a compensation for metabolic OPPOSITE of what pH says it is (high pH = compensated acidosis). If outside norms in opposite direction, CO2 is causation (Acidosis/Alkalosis) *Low pH and High CO2 = Respiratory Acidosis *High pH and High CO2 = Retention of CO2 to compensate for metabolic alkalosis *High pH and Low CO2 = Respiratory Alkalosis *Low pH and Low CO2 = Elimination of CO2 to compensate for metabolic acidosis 4. HCO3 22-26 = no metabolic problem or compensation. Rule: If HCO3 and pH are outside norms in same direction, HCO3 is causation. If outside norms in opposite direction, it's a compensation for respiratory OPPOSITE of what pH actually is (low pH = Compensated Alkalosis, etc). *Low pH and Low HCO3 = Metabolic Acidosis *Low pH and High HCO3 = Renal compensation for respiratory alkalosis *High pH and High HCO3- = Metabolic Alkalosis *High pH and Low HCO3- = Renal Compensation for Respiratory Acidosis
Moisture Retentive Dressings from Most to Least Moisture Retentive
1. Alginates 2. Semipermeable Foams 3. Hydrocolloids 4. Hydrogels 5. Semipermeable Film
Gait: Standard Terminology
1. Heel strike 2. Foot Flat 3. Midstance 4. Heel off 5. Toe Off 6. Acceleration 7. Midswing 8. Deceleration
Occlusive Dressings from Most to Least Occlusive
1. Hydrocolloids 2. Hydrogels 3. Semipermeable foam 4. Semipermeable Film 5. Impregnated Gauze 6. Alginates 7. Traditional Gauze
Gait: Rancho Los Amigos Terminology
1. Initial Contact 2. Loading Response 3 Midstance 4. Terminal Stance 5. Pre-swing 6. Initial Swing 7. Mid-swing 8. Terminal Swing
Characteristics of Synovial Joints
1. Joint cavity 2. Articular cartilage 3. Synovial membrane 4. Synovial fluid 5. Fibrous capsule
Brunnstrom's Seven Stages of Recovery
1. No volitional movement 2. Appearance of basic limb synergies, beginning of spasticity 3. Voluntary synergies, spasticity increases 4. Spasticity decreases, movement patterns not dictated solely by synergies 5. Further decrease in spasticity, independence from limb synergy patterns. 6. Isolated joint movements with coordination 7. Normal motor function
Central vs Peripheral vertigo
1. Nystagmus - bidirectional in central - only vertical in peripheral. Fast segment of movement indicates opposite direction of lesion. 2. Peripheral is episodic/Short duration 3. Tinnitus, hearing loss only in peripheral, vertigo is more significant 4. Refractoriness only present in peripheral (tilt test, ex) 5. Brainstem sx / focal neur. deficits only in central (diplopia, weakness, numbness, LOC)
Misc PT responsibilties
1. Reporting drug tolerance or adverse effects to physician immediately if placing pt at risk for harm 2. Students are an extension of PT and when under direct supervision, can perform all functions of PT 3. Are responsible for acting in best interests of patients and minimizing risk of pt harm and pt inconvenience
Misc PTA responsibilities
1. Shall not determine appropriate electrical modality parameters 2. Should report suspected cases of abuse involving children or vulnerable adults to supervising therapist AND to appropriate authority 3. Modify interventions only when within POC set up by PT 4. PTAs and SPTAs can train pts with an AD once pt has been assessed and correct AD identified by PT
ADA carpet surface max. pile
1/2 inch
Russian Stim (Muscle Re-ed)
10 ms PD 50 PPS Frequency (high) Motoric amplitude, 1/3 ratio with 1.5 sec ramp time
CPR compression rate
100-120 bpm
Normal infant HR and RR
100-130 BPM, 33-45 RR newborn, 25-35 RR 1 yr
Thoracolumbar spine Motions: -Loose-packed position -Close-Packed Position -Capsular Pattern
12 thoracic vertebrae, 5 Lumbar vertebrae. First 10 T spine vertebrae have articular facets on each transverse process where ribs articulate. Motions: Flexion, extension, lateral flexion, rotation -Loose-packed position: Midway between flexion and extension -Close-Packed Position: Extension -Capsular Pattern: Lateral Flexion and rotation equally limited, extension
Normal Hemoglobin Level
12-18 gm/dL 8 is cutoff point for exercise
ADA Bathroom toilet requirements
17-19 inches from floor to top of toilet
Surgery for meniscus injuries
1: Partial meniscectomy, torn piece of meniscus is removed. Chosen when tear is in avascular inner third of meniscus or for older individuals. No weight bearing restriction. 2: Meniscal Repair. Tear is sutured together. Chosen for younger patients or when tear is on the outer third. Weight bearing restriction.
Angina Pain Scales
1: mild, barely noticeable 2: moderate, bothersome 3: moderately severe, very uncomfortable 4: most severe or intense pain ever experienced
Lumbricals (hand)
1st and 2nd: median nerve C6, C7 3rd and 4th: ulnar nerve C8, T1
Zone of coagulation
Area of burn receiving most severe injury with irreversible cell damage
Infarction
Area of dead tissue (necrosis) caused by ischemia
INR (International Normalized Ratio) value:
2.0-3.0. if on warfarin. Target of 2.5. Higher the number bleeding disorder. Lower the number clotting disorder.
Embolus ischemic Stroke
20% of CVAs - associated with CVD, embolus may be solid, liquid or gas and can originate in any part of body. Embolus travels through the bloodstream to cerebral arteries causing occlusion of blood vessel and a resultant infarct. MCA most commonly affected by embolus from internal carotid arteries. Tissues distal to the infarct can sustain higher permanent damage. Often presents with HA.
Normal Lymphocyte Range
20-50%
Total Cholesterol (TC)
200 mg/dL is desirable Borderline: 200-239 High: over 240
Normal Adult HCO3-
22-26 mEq/L
zone of stasis
Area of less severe injury that possesses reversible damage surrounding zone of coagulation
Proliferative Phase of Wound Healing
3-21 days Formation of new tissue Capillary buds and granulation tissue fill the wound bed
Embolus
A clot that breaks lose and travels through the bloodstream.
Normal Leukocyte Count
4,500-11,000 per mm3 Lower than 5,000 with fever or 1,000 with no fever is CUTOFF
CPR Compression to ventilation ratio
30:2
Normal Hematocrit Level
35-55% 25% is cutoff point for exercise
ADA Hallway Clearance width
36 inch width
Glasgow Coma Scale: Eye Opening.
4 spontaneous 3 to speech 2 to pain 1 none
Normal monocyte count
4-8%
Normal Adult HR
60-100 BPM 12-20 RR
Thermal Burn
Caused by conduction or convection -Hot liquid, fire, or steam
Glasgow Coma Scale: Verbal Response
5 - Alert and Oriented 4 - Confused, yet coherent, speech 3 - Inappropriate words and jumbled phrases consisting of words 2 - Incomprehensible sounds 1 - No sounds
Gross Motor Function Classification System
5 level standardized assessment tool classifying a child with a motor disability (like CP). Based on "usual performance" eg what child does regularly rather than what they are capable of 1. Walks without limitations -Independent, climbs steps w/out railing, runs and jumps 2. Walks with limitations -Climbs steps with railing, requires AD for challenging environment -Wheeled mobility for long distance 3. Walks using Hand-held mobility device -Walking AD in most settings, wheeled mobility for long distances 4. Self-mobility with limitations, may use power -May ambulate with walking AD for short distance with assistance 5. Dependent--Transported in manual wheelchair.
Normal Erythrocyte count
4.0-5.6 million per mL
Normal HDL levels
40-60 High is good
Junctional Rhythm
40-60 Regular! -impulse from AV node w/ retro/antegrade transmission - P wave often inverted/buried/follow QRS - slow rate - narrow QRS (not wide like ventricular)
Normal Neutrophil Range
40-70%
ADA Wheelchair Turning Radius (U-turn)
60 inch width 78 inch length
ADA Parking space Requirements
8 foot width 20 foot length 2% of spaces must be accessible
Normal Child HR and RR
80-100 BPM 15-20 RR
Normal Adult PaO2 Mild Hypoxemia Moderate Hypoxemia Severe Hypoxemia
80-100 mmHg Mild Hypoxemia: 60-79 mmHg Moderate Hypoxemia: 40-59 mmHg Severe Hypoxemia: Under 40 mmHg
Acute Pain IFC
80-120 pps, sensory intensity
Normal Adult SaO2
95-98%
Completed Stroke
A CVA that presents with total neurological deficits at the onset.
Ectopic
Implantation of fertilized ovum outside uterus, most common site being fallopian tube
Hematoma
Mass of clotted blood confined to a tissue or organ caused by a break in a blood vessel
AC Joint test
AC Crossover Test: 90 deg shoulder flexion, then passive full Horiz ADD. Positive for pain on AC.
Enalapril (Vasotec)
ACE Inhibitor for HTN and CHF Sides: Dry cough, swelling, confusion, tachycardi
-pril
ACE inhibitor to lower BP Lisinopril, Enalapril
U Walker with laser
AD to improve stability and upright positioning while reducing FOG and hypokinesi
Myocardial Perfusion Imaging (MPI)
AKA Radionuclide Stress Test or Nuclear Stress test. Shows how well heart is perfused at res adn under exercise stress by injecting radionuclide agent into blood at rest and at max exercise. Images reveal areas of reduced blood supply due to coronary artery narrowing.
ANS Dysfunction
ANS influences all internal organs, blood vessels, and glands, controlling BP, HR, RR, Temp, metabolism, etc. Constipation, erectile dysfunction, Horner's syndrome, vasovagal syncope, orthostatic hypotension, and postural tachycardia are all ANS dysfunctions that can be caused by outside pathology or primary damage. Treated with pharmacological interventions.
Heart murmur
Abnormal swishing or swooshing sound by auscultation in cardiac cycle. May be "innocent" due to blood flowing rapidly through heart from activity, or due to turbulent blood flow through a damaged or narrowed heart valve or hole in heart walls. May also be caused by rheumatic fever, endocarditis, mitral valve prolapse. Sxs: Cyanosis, limb edema, SOB, distended neck veins, weight gain, chest pain, dizziness, fainting. Tx: Digoxin, anticoagulants, diuretics, antihypertensives.
Crackles
Abnormal, discontinuous high pitched popping sound heard in inspiration. Indication: Restrictive or obstructive respiratory disorders (Pulmonary edema, atelectasis, pneumonia, bronchiectasis, pleural effusion)
Leukocytosis
Abnormally high WBC count, can indicate infection or leukemia. Higher than 11,000 per mL
Premature Ventricular Complex (PVC)
Absent P wave with wide and bizarre QRS complex. Couplet: Two consecutive PVCs Triplet: Three consecutive PVCs Bigeminy: Every other QRS is a PVC Trigeminy: Every third QRS is a PVC Commonly occurs in healthy and diseased hearts. -If one in isolation, continue exercise and monitor vitals -If 6 in one strip, call EMS -3 consecutive in a row is V-tach, call EMS -PVC that lands on a T wave impairs heart's ability to fill with blood, call EMS
Areas of Heart Auscultation
All People Enjoy Time Magazine Aortic Area (2nd intercostal space at right sternal border) Pulmonic Area (2nd intercostal space, L sternal border Erb's Point (3rd intercostal space, L sternal border Mitral Area (5th intercostal space, medial to L midclavicular line) Tricuspid area (4th intercostal space at L sternal border)
Split thickness graft
All epidermis and some dermis
Axillary Crutches
All levels of WB, but require higher coordination Fit: Crutches 6 in in front and 2 in lateral to pt Height: no greater than 3 finger widths from axilla Handgrip: allows for 20-25 deg of elbow flexion Two-point, three point, four point, swing to, swing through
Loftstrand Crutches
All levels of WB, but require highest level of coordination for proper use. Less stable than axillary, not used often with geriatrics Fit: 20-25 deg of elbow flexion while holding handgrip with crutches 6in in front and 2 in lateral -Selected over axillary when pt has injury to axillary nerves and blood vessels Two point, three point, four point, swing to, swing through
Tibial Nerve (FL)
All posterior calf muscles All muscles on plantar side of foot
Lateral Medullary Syndrome
Also called Wallenberg Syndrome of PICA syndrome. Caused by blockage of VA or PICA leading to infarct of lateral medulla oblongata, which houses CN 9-12 Loss of pain and temp on contralateral side Lateral Medullary Syndrome is a BIG HANDFUL Bradycardia Ipsilateral Facial Loss Gag reflex dinimished Horner's sign (ptosis, meiosis, anhydrosis) Ataxia Nystagmus Double Vision (Diplopia) Faulty Speech (Dysphonia) Unable to swallow (Dysphagia) Loss of contralateral limb sensation
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Also called acute polyneuropathy. Autoimmune response to previous respiratory infection, flu, immunization, or surgery causing a temporary inflammation and demyelination of PNS myelin sheaths, sometimes resulting in axonal degeneration. Sxs: Motor weakness in distal to proximal progression, NO LOSS OF SENSATION, and possible respiratory paralysis. Initially presents with symmetrical distal motor weakness that peaks 2-4 weeks post onset. Muscle/respiratory paralysis, DTR absence, and inability to speak/swallow may occur. Can be life threatening. Tx: Immunosuppressive and analgesics, PT for pulmonary rehab, strengthening, mobility training, WC or orthotic scrip, or asst device training.
Minute Volume Ventilation (VE)
Amount of air expelled in one minute, equal to Tidal Volume x Respiration Rate
Parenteral administration of drugs
Any form of administration not involving GI tract (intramuscular, intravenous, subcutaneous, inhalation, transdermal)
Grade 3 Concussion
Any head injury with LOC. Transport to emergency room for full neurological evaluation. Hospitalization for persistent symptoms. Held out of competition for a minimum of one month once symptom free. This type causes diffuse axonal injury and if severe, can result in a coma.
Emetics
Apomorphine, Ipecac
Blood platelets (Thrombocytes)
Assist in blood clotting by dumping at bleeding site to form a plug to seal the blood vessel. Normal level is 150,000-400,000 platelets per mL of blood
Deltoid
Axillary nerve C5, C6
Teres minor
Axillary nerve C5, C6
Visceral Pleura
Membranous sac that covers each lung. Separated by serous fluid from other pleural layer.
Hepatitis C
Blood, semen, or bodily fluid transmission. 90% of post-transfusion hep cases. Often asymptomatic, acute infection can be mild Increased frequency of hashimoto's, DM, and corneal ulceration. No vaccine available. Chronic hep occurs in 50% of cases, 20% of those progress to liver cirrhosis
Palmar Grasp Reflex
Baby will flex fingers and grab something with pressure in palm. Normal Age: Birth to 4 months
Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring
Balloon catheter (Swan-Ganz) is placed in pulmonary artery to obtain pulmonary artery pressure and L Atrial pressure, a CVP line measures pressure in vena cava or R atrium, and thermodilution catheter measures CO. Measures pressure, volume, and temp continuously.
Aneurysm
Ballooning of weakened portion of arterial wall due to congenital defect, chronic hypertension, trauma, infection, or connective tissue disease (Marfan) Sxs: Aortic can be asymptomatic or ab or low back pain. Abdominal aortic will cause pulsations near navel. Cerebral will cause sudden/severe headache, nausea, vomiting, stiff neck, seizure, LOC, double vision Tx: Antihypertensives, surgery to replace large aneurysms with synthetic graft.
Antacids for GERD, peptic ulcer, gastric indigestion
Basaljel (Aluminum carbonate) Tums (Calcium carbonate) Milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) Bromo Seltzer (sodium bicarbonate)
Greenstick Fracture
Bending and incomplete break of a bone; most often seen in children
Sciatic nerve injury can be caused by
Blunt force trauma to buttocks, THA, injection to nerve
-dronate
Bone resorption inhibitor for osteoporosis Alendronate, risedronate
Osteomalacia
Bones become soft secondary to calcium (decreased intestinal absorption) or phosphorous deficiency (increased renal excretion) or deficiency in vitamin D. Bone matrix is adequate, insufficient calcification of matrix. Sxs: Vague presentation of aching, fatigue, weight loss. Myopathy and sensory polyneuropathy with periarticular tenderness and pain, thoracic kyphosis and bowing of lower extremities. Tx: Fix underlying etiology.
Femoral Triangle
Bordered by inguinal ligament, sartorius, and adductor longus Structures (from medial to lateral): Femoral vein, artery, and nerve (VAN)
Interosseus Sacroiliac Ligament
Connects sacrum and ilium and is deep to posterior sacroiliac ligament. Resists anterior and inferior sacral movements
Gray Matter
Brain and spinal cord tissue that appears gray with the naked eye; consists mainly of neuronal cell bodies (nuclei) and lacks myelinated axons.
dynamic response foot
Can be articulating or non-articulating. Keel can store and return some energy, may have split keel to allow for improved surface accomodation
Injection
Can be intravenous (IV), intramuscular, subcutaneous, intra-arterial, or intra-thecal
Peripheral Neuropathy
Can cause absent reflexes. Can be caused by diabetes, alcoholism, vitamin deficiencies, cancers, and toxins.
Associative Stage of Motor Learning
Can distinguish errors in performance, and errors decrease with performance. Decreased need for conscious concentration, and increased movt coordination.
Sacrospinous ligament
Connects ischial spine to lateral sacrum and coccyx. Limits anterior sacral rotation.
Longus capitis
C1-C3
Rectus capitis anterior
C1-C3
Rectus capitis lateralis
C1-C3
Age-appropriate activities for 2-3 year old
Catching ball, riding tricicyle, running short distances
Qualitative Data
Categorical data. Represents categories distinguished by non-numeric characteristic (eye color, blood type, hand dominance)
Upper Quarter Dermatomal Testing
C2: Posterior Head C3: Posterolateral Neck C4: AC Joint C5: Lateral Arm C6: Lateral Forearm and Thumb C7: Middle Finger C8: Little finger and ulnar border of hand T1: Medial Forearm
Moist Hot Packs
Can heat tissues 1-3 cm deep. If goal is to heat deeper tissues (knee joint capsule, muscle belly of quads), use a deep heat modality (diathermy, continuous ultrasound) Tissue temp should be elevated to 104-113 degrees F 6-8 Terry Towels to ensure adequate insulation from hot pack Check patient's subjective temp response and skin temp at 5 and 10 min checkpoints Pt should not lay on moist heat pack, have them lay prone Total treatment time no longer than 20 min
Asthma
Chronic inflammation of airways due to airway hypersensitivity from allergens (pollen, mold, dust), exposure to cold air or temp change, smoke, exercise, stress. Sxs: Mild presents as wheezing, chest tightness, SOB. Severe presents as dyspnea, flaring nostrils, diminished wheezing, anxiety, cyanosis, inability to speak. Can result in respiratory failure Tx: Anti-inflammatories (inhaled corticosteroids, leukotriene mods) and bronchodilators (Anticholinergics, methylxanthines, beta-adrenergicagnoists)
Urinary Anti-infective Agents
Cinobac (Cinoxacin) Furadantin (Nitrofurantoin)
Circumduction Gait pattern
Circular movement of limb during swing phase to compensate for insufficient hip/knee flexion or dorsiflexion.
Antibiotics for H. Pylori
Clarithromycin Amoxicillin Tetracycline Metronidazole
Nephrolithiasis
Condition of developing kidney stones
Osgood-Schlatter Disease Condition: Etiology: S/Sx: Testing: Tx:
Condition: Also known as traction apophysitis. Etiology: Repetitive tension to patellar tendon over tibial tuberosity in young athletes, causing a small avulsion of tibial tuberosity and mild swelling S/Sx: Point tenderness over tibial tuberosity, antalgic gait, pain with increasing activity
Iliolumbar ligament
Connects posterior portion of ilium to the transverse process of L5, and limits all motions between L5 and S1
Heat Transfer
Conduction Convection Conversion Evaporation Radiation
cort
Corticosteroid Cortisone, hydrocortisone
Pred
Corticosteroid Prednisone
-asone
Corticosteroid (dexamethasone, flucatisone)
Methylprednisone (Medrol)
Corticosteroid for inflammation, severe allergies, or flare-ups of chronic illnesses. Sides: Mood changes, visual changes, rapid weight gain
-olone
Corticosteroid or anabolic steroid Triamcinolone; Nandrolone
Anti-inflammatory agents for bronchospasm and asthma
Corticosteroid: Qvar (beclomethasone dipropionate), Pulmicort (Budesonide), AeroBid (Flunisolide) Leukotrine Modifier: Zyflo (Zileuton) Mast-cell stabilizer: Nasalcrom (Cromolyn Sodium)
Neurogenic Bladder
Damage to cerebral control of bladder from diabetes, CVA, or nerve damage, and allows for urinary dysfunction that can increase UTIs and kidney damage. Sxs: Frequent UTIs, urine leakage, inability to empty or los of urge to urinate with full bladder. Urodynamics to diagnose.`
Ventricular Arrhythmias
PVC V tach V fib Ventricular Asystole
C2 dermatome Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Temple/forehead/occiput Muscles innervated: Longus colli, SCM, rectus capitis Reflexes (if any): None Paresthesias: None
C1 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Vertex of skull Muscles innervated: None Reflexes (if any): None Paresthesias: None
Rubrospinal tract
Extrapyramidal motor tract responsible for motor input of gross postural tone, facilitating activity of flexor muscles, and inhibiting the activity of extensor muscles
Continuous Data
Data that can take on any value, covers a range of values without gaps or interruptions. ROM, meters, kg, time
Gangrene
Death of tissue caused by loss of blood supply. Most commonly affects extremities
Axillary Nerve (EX)
Deltoid Teres Minor
Uterine Prolapse
Descent of uterus and cervix into vagina due to genetics, denervation, or muscular trauma from labor and delivery. -Classified using Baden-Walker system using 5 point grading scale (0 = no prolapse, 5 = max descent of tissue outside body) Sxs: Pelvic pressure with exertion, urgency/frequency, urinary incontinence, incomplete bladder emptying, discomfort, vaginal dryness, dyspareunia, lower back pain relieved by lying down Tx: Pessary for severe cases. Positioning and pelvic floor training
Glasgow Coma Scale
Determines arousal and cerebral cortex function. Total of 4 for Eye opening, 6 for Motor Response, and 5 for Verbal response E+M+V=3-15 8 or less: Severe brain injury and coma. 9-12: is moderate brain injuries. 13-15: Mild brain injuries
Endometriosis
Development of endometrial tissue normally lining the uterus in extrauterine locations in abdomen and pelvis, most commonly the uterosacral ligaments. Each menstrual cycle the tissue bleeds, causing scarring and adhesions. Sxs: Mod to severe abdominal, pelvic, or LBP before/during menstruation, irregular cycles, PM spotting, dyspareunia, pain during defecation, infertility Tx: Manual therapy to break up scar tissue/adhesions, mobility to sustain elongation of tissues, surgery to remove endometrial tissue or total hysterectomy
Airway Adjuncts
Devices that aid in maintaining an open airway in mechanical ventilation Oral Pharyngeal Airway: Holds tongue away from back of throat Nasal Pharyngeal Airway: Tube through nose Endotracheal tube: Tube inserted in trachea from mouth or nose Tracheostomy Tube: Artificial airway in trachea from incision in neck below vocal cords for patients needing prolonged vent
Types of Synovial Joints
Diarthrosis Uniaxial, Biaxial, Multiaxial
Range
Difference between maximum and minimum values
Autonomic Nervous System
Division of PNS that controls glands and muscles of internal organs. Largely automatic responses that don't reach consciousness and emphasize homeostasis and stress response. Contains two divisions: Sympathetic: Emergency response, Norepinephrine transmission, stimulating response. "Fight or flight" Parasympathetic: Conserving/restoring energy, ACh transmittion, inhibitory response. "Feed and breed"
Somatic Nervous System
Division of PNS that controls muscles. Voluntary movements, ability to touch, smell, see, taste, and hear.
Left Cerebral Hemisphere
Dominates in speech sounds & in understanding sequential, rational & analytical concepts
D1 Flexion LE
ER, Flex, Add "Bring your foot up, turn and pull your leg up and across your body"
Hand and wrist burn
EXT or hyperEXT of MCP, FLEX of IP, ADD and FLEX of thumb, Flexion of wrist Use wrist splint, thumb spica splint, palmar or dorsal extension splint
NCI Stage 0
Early malignancy, present only in layer of cells in which it began (in situ). Not all cancers have stage 0
Female Athlete Triad
Eating disorder Osteoporosis (depleted estrogen) Amenorrhea (changes in hypothalamus)
C7 Resistive Test
Elbow Extension, Wrist Flexion
C5-6 Resistive Test
Elbow Flexion
Elbow Neurological Dysfunction Tests
Elbow Flexion Test: Patient fully flexes both elbows while extending wrists, holding the position for 3-5 minutes. Positive for cubital tunnel syndrome if tingling or paresthesia is noted in ulnar nerve distribution Pinch Grip Test: Patient pinches tips of index fingers and thumbs together. If unable to pinch tip to tip and goes pad to pad, positive for anterior interosseus nerve dysfunction. -Tinel's Sign: Therapist taps between olecranon process and medial epicondyle. Positive for tingling in ulnar nerve distribution, may indicate ulnar nerve compression
Superficial Reflexes
Elicited by gentle cutaneous stimulation
Amygdala
Emotional and social processing. Processing of memory and formation of emotional memeory.
Normal adult PaCO2 Eucapnia Hypercapnia Hypocapnia
Eucapnia: 35-45 Hypercapnia: Over 45 mmHg Hypocapnia: Under 35 mmHg
Summary Feedback
Feedback after a set number of trials, shown to dramatically improve skill retention while significantly delaying acquisition of the skill. Cognitive and associative learning stages
Intrinsic feedback
Feedback that comes to the person through sensory systems as a result of the movement.
Nasogastric Tube (NG Tube)
Feeding tube goes through the nose, pharynx, ad into the stomach. Used for short term liquid feeding, med admin, or remove gas from stomach. Tube in nostril/back of throat can inhibit cough and be irritating
Steppage Gait
Feet and toes are lifted through hip and knee flexion to excessive heights, usually secondary to DF weakness. Foot slaps at initial contact with ground secondary to decreased control
Sartorius
Femoral nerve L2, L3
Pectineus
Femoral nerve L2-L4
Rectus femoris
Femoral nerve L2-L4
Vastus intermedius
Femoral nerve L2-L4
Vastus lateralis
Femoral nerve L2-L4
Allergic Reaction: Response
First: Remove source of allergic reaction Then: check airway to assess if compromised and begin CPR if necessary
Obturator nerve injury can be caused by
Fixation of femur fracture, THA
Chronic pain IFC
Fixed PD 1-10 pps Max sensory
Median Nerve (FL)
Fl. digit. superf. Fl. carpi radialis Palmaris longus
Ulnar Nerve (FL)
Fl.carpi uln. Fl. prof. dig.
Hip burn
Flexion and adduction deformity Anterior hip spica, abduction splint
Elbow burn
Flexion and pronation deformity Use a gutter splint, conforming splint, three point splint, or an air splint
Knee burn
Flexion deformity Conforming splint, three point splint, air splint
Posterolateral Approach Contraindications
Flexion, Adduction, IR (FADIR)
Thumb Mechanics
Flexion/Extension: Concave on convex, Roll/Glide same direction. (medial/ulnar roll and medial glide to improve flexion) Abduction/Adduction: Convex on concave, Roll glide in opposite directions (Volar/Palmar Roll and Dorsal glide for ABduction)
Lymph
Fluid transported by lymphatic system, originates as interstitial fluid and is made up of water, proteins, fatty acids, and cellular componens
Lobes of the brain
Frontal, Parietal, Occipital, Temporal
Stage 4 Pressure Injury
Full thickness skin and tissue loss, WITH exposed or directly palpated fascia, muscle, tendon, ligament, cartilage, or bone in ulcer. Slough or eschar may be visible. Unstageable if slough or eschar obscures tissue loss
Unstageable Pressure Injury
Full thickness skin and tissue loss, extent of tissue damage within ulcer cannot be confirmed by slough or eschar. Stable eschar (dry/intact, without erythema) should not be removed.
Shoulder Joints
GH SC AC S
Inhalation administration
Gaseous or aerosol. Lungs have large surface area, and can enter systemic circulation rapidly. Used when treating pulmonary pathologies
LUQ pain
Gastric Ulcer Pancreatitis Perforated Colon Spleen injury or rupture Pneumonia Aortic Aneurysm
Muscles innervated by Tibial Nerve
Gastroc Soleus Popliteus Tibialis Posterior Plantaris FHL FDL
Concurrent feedback
Given during task performance about quality of movement, usually during associative and autonomous stages
CN IX
Glossopharyngeal Sensory: Posterior tongue sensation and taste, pharynx Motor: Pharynx Test: Gag reflex, swallowing Common Pathologies: ALS, GB , Medullary Stroke
Muscle innervated by Inferior Gluteal Nerve
Glute Max
Dose-response curve
Graphic representation of relationship between dosage of a drug and the body's response. As the dosage increases, more receptors become activated, increasing the body's response to the drug, but the body's response will plateau at a certain dosage. Can compare potency of two drugs.
L5 Resistive Test
Great Toe Extension
Cardiac Output
Heart rate x stroke volume. Amount of blood pumped from ventricles per minute. Normal is 4.5-5 and can increase up to 25 L/min during exercise
Glutocorticoids (Corticosteroids)
Hormonal, anti-inflammatory, metabolic effects (suppression of articular/systemic diseases) to treat endocrine dysfunction, rheumatic or respiratory disorders. Results in weakened immune system (PT must wear mask). Toxicity: moon face, buffalo hump, personality changes. At risk for osteoporosis and muscle wasting. Examples: Hydrocortisone/Cortisol, Prednisone, Prednisolone, Methylprednisone, Dexamethasone, Nasonex
Pancreas
Housed in upper left quadrant of abdominal cavity. -Functions mostly as endocrine organ but also an exocrine gland, secreting bicarbonate and enzymatic pancreatic juice to neutralize stomach acid in intestines and break down food. -Islets of Langerhans are the hormone-producing cells of pancreas, containing Alpha cells to produce glucagon and Beta cells tp produce insulin -Those two hormones regulate glucose in bloodstream
Hyperparathyroidism
Hyperfunction of the parathyroid gland Sxs: Renal stones, kidney damage, depression, memory loss, muscle wasting, bone deformities and vertebral compression fractures Tx: Lowering serum calcium with diuretics or antiresorptive meds
Coccydynia
Hypermobility between coccyx and sacrum during or after childbirth causes a subluxation or tissue damage to soft tissue around coccyx. Sxs: Difficulty sitting on hard surfaces, referred pain to LBP, hip, SI, buttock, groin, or rectum, pain with bowel movements, dyspareunia, hemorrhoids
Epilepsy
Hypersynchronous electrical discharge of cortical neurons, typically unprovoked and unpredictable. Seizures are transient events that are hallmark signs of epilepsy but one seizure does not equal epilepsy. Etiology: Most are idiopathic, but may include genetics, head trauma, dementia, CVA, CP, down's, and autism. Sxs: LO awareness or LOC, disturbances in movt, sensation, modd, or mental function.
Cor Pulmonale
Hypertrophy of R ventricle due to pulmonary hypertension. R ventricle hypertrophies due to increased force needed to overcome resistance in pulmonary circulation. Sxs: Progressive SOB with exertion, fatigue, palpitations, LE swelling, dizziness, syncope Tx: Supplemental oxygen to maintain O2 sat over 90 or PaO2 over 60 mmHg.
Hypoparathyroidism
Hypofunction of parathyroid gland Sxs: Hypocalcemia, seizures, cognitive deficits, tetany, cramps, muscle pain, cardiac arrhythmias. May see Trousseau's Sign Tx: Intravenous calcium
CN XII
Hypoglossal Motor: Muscles of tongue Test: Tongue protrusion (if injured, tongue deviates towards injured side)
Hypocalcemia
Hypoparathyroidism, decreased intake, post parathyroidectomy, Vitamin D deficiency Sxs: CRAMP Confusion Reflexes are hyperactive Arrhythmias Muscle spasms Positive Trousseau sign (hand spasm with inflated BP cuff)
Heart Attack: Response
If unresponsive, call EMS and locate AED. Initiate CPR until AED arrives. 5 cycles of CPR, then AED.
Femoral Nerve (EX)
Iliacus Pectineus Sartorius Quadriceps
Positron Emission Tomography (PET)
Imaging test where a small amt of radioactive material is swallowed, injected, or inhaled. Used to evaluate for heart disease or cancer.
Aphasia
Impairment of processing for understanding (receptive) or speaking (expressive) language. Caused by TBI, CVA, tumor, infection. 95% of R handed persons and 66% of L handed persons are L hemisphere dominant for language. More sudden onset = higher extent of aphasia. Can be Fluent (Wernicke's, Conduction) or Non-Fluent (Broca's, Global)
Combined Insufficiency
Increase in lymph fluid and decrease in transport capacity
Gluteus maximus
Inferior gluteal nerve L5, S1, S2
Myocarditis
Inflammation and weakness of myocardium, due to virus (flu, coxsackie virus, adenovirus), or bacterial (polio, rubella, Lyme disease). Myocardium becomes thick and swollen, leading to sxs of heart failure. Sxs: Arrhythmias, chest pain, SOB, fatigue, fever (headache, muscle aches, sore throat, diarrhea, rashes). Tx: Antibiotics, antiinflammatories, diruetics, beta blockers, calcium channel blockers. Severe may need VAD or intra-aortic balloon pump.
Diverticulitis
Inflammation in diverticula (pouch-like protrusions in colon). 80% of diverticulosis is asymptomatic, but 20% may progress to diverticulitis. May be a result of low fiber diet. Sxs: Abdominal pain, with tenderness over left side of lower abdomen. Cramping, constipation/diarrhea, nausea, fever, chills, vomiting. Tx: Diet modification, lower internal colonic pressure through increased fiber. Nasogastric tube for severe cases.
Bronchitis
Inflammation of bronchi, characterized by larger and more active mucus glands, decreasing oxygenation. Acute caused by cold viruses, exposure to smoke, air pollutants. Cigarettes or air pollutants in workplace contribute to chronic. Sxs: Persistent cough with production of thick sputum, accessory muscles in breathing, increased pulmonary artery pressure. Chronic--cough worse in morning, in damp weather, and have frequent respiratory infections Tx: Rest, fluids, cough suppressants, lifestyle changes.
Gastritis
Inflammation of gastric mucosa (stomach lining) with similar symptoms to GERD but greater intensity. Can be erosive (acute) or non-erosive (chronic type B). Patients should avoid all aspirin containing compounds. If blood in stool, initiate physician referral.
Non-erosive Gastritis
Inflammation of gastric mucosa as a result of H.Pylori bacterial infection. Sxs: May be asymptomatic, but will show symptoms in progression. Tx: H. Pylori is a carcinogen and should be treated with aggressive pharmacological intervention, including proton pump inhibitor and antibiotics
Endocarditis
Inflammation of inner lining of heart and cardiac valves due to bacteria that enters the blood rom catheters, needles, dental procedures, gum disease, STDs, or IBS. Individuals with damaged or artificial heart valves are at greatest risk Sxs: Develop slowly. Fever, chills, heart murmur, fatigue, SOB, weight loss, blood in urine, skin petechiae. Tx: Antibiotics.
Pericarditis
Inflammation of pericardium due to viral infections (HIV, coxsackie, flu), bacterial infections, fungal infections, MI, chest trauma, immunosuppressive meds, or chest radiation. The inflammation causes pericardial effusion which can disrupt heart's normal rhythm. Sxs: Chest pain, SOB, dry cough, anxiety, fatigue, fever. Tx: Analgesics,antiinflammatories, antibiotics if it was for a bacterial infection. Most cases are mild and clear up on their own.
Indirect Cholinergic Agonists
Inhibit Acetylcholinesterase to keep ACh bioavailable, increasing cholinergic synaptic transmission. -Aricept/Donepezil -Tensilon/Edrophonium -Prostigmin/Neostigmin -Cognex/Tacrine
Paraplegia
Injury at Thoracic, Lumbar, or Sacral spine
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Intense, chronic, burning pain in affected extremity that spreads proximally after trauma, surgery, CVA, TBI, or peripheral nerve injuries. Stage I (Acute): Edema, thermal changes, discoloration, stiffness, dryness Stage II (Dystrophic): Worsening and constantpain, continued edema, and Stage III (Atrophic): Hardened edema, decreased limb temp, atrophic changes to fingertips or toes
Rectus abdominis
Intercostal nerves T7-T12
Lower Motor Neuron Disease
Lesion to nerves or their axons at or below level of brainstem. Ventral gray column of spinal cord may also be affected. Sxs: flaccidity or weakness of muscles, decreased tone, fasciculations, muscle atrophy, and decreased or absent reflexes. Examples: -Poliomyelitis -ALS -Guillain-Barre -Spinal Cord tumors -Trauma -Progressive muscular atrophy -Infection -Bell's Palsy -CTS -Muscular Dystrophy -Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Normal LDL levels
Less than 100 mg/dL is optimal. 100-129: Near optimal 139-159: Borderline 160-189: High Over 190: Very high
Normal Triglyceride Level
Less than 150
ADA Threshold Height Requirements
Less than 3/4 inch for sliding Less than 1/2 inch for other doors
Hematopoietic Cancers (Bone marrow, Plasma Cells)
Leukemia Myelodysplasia Myeloproliferative Syndromes Multiple Myeloma
-caine
Local anesthetic Lidocaine, bupivicaine
Pubofemoral ligament
Located anteromedially & inferiorly, limits excessive hip extension & abduction
Pituitary Gland
Located at base of brain below hypothalamus, and is controlled by the hypothalamus. Consists of two glands (adenohypophysis anterior, and neurohypophysis in posterior). Considered the "master gland" and releases hormones that regulate other endocrine glands, and is influenced by seasonal changes or emotional stress. Creates sex hormones, controls ovulation
Ovaries
Located in pelvic cavity on each side of uterus, providing estrogen and progesterone that contribute to regulation of menstrual cycle and pregnancy. Ovarian follicles secrete estrogen, responsible for female sex characteristics Corpus Luteum secretes progesterone, which maintains uterus lining
Testes
Located in scrotum. Secrete androgens such as testosterone that regulate body changes associated with sexual development and support sperm production
Basilar Artery Stroke
Locked in syndrome
Acupunture-Like TENS
Long Duration (100-300usec) Low Frequency (2-4 pps) Moderate Amplitude (Motoric) Several hours of pain relief (endogenous opioids) after 25-45 minute treatment Do not use during ADLs
Brief Intense TENS
Long Duration (150-500 usec) High Frequency (60-200 pps) Moderate Amplitude (paresthesia or motor response) Intended to minimize pain during painful activities (painful manualtherapy, dressing changes, debridement) via endogenous opioid pathway 15 min treatment time
Serratus anterior
Long thoracic nerve C5-C7
Overflow Urinary Incontinence
Loss of urine when intra-bladder pressure exceeds the urethra's capacity to remain closed due to urinary retention. Caused by outflow obstruction secondary to narrow/obstructed urethra from prolapsed pelvic organ, stricture, enlarged prostate, chronic constipation, or neurological disease. Sxs: Difficulty initiating urine stream, weak stream with post-void dribble when initiated. Tx: Double voiding for patients with weak detrusor. Surgical intervention for obstruction
Brainstem Sections
Midbrain Pons Medulla Oblongata
Scapular Retraction
Middle Trap Rhomboids
Unilateral vestibular hypofunction
Nausea, vomiting, nystagmus, vertigo, postural instability. Habituation exercises are indicated (neural adaptation) Romberg will be POSITIVE As well as Gaze stability training
Iodine-iontophoresis
Negative Used for Scars and adhesive capsulitis
Acetic Acid-iontophoresis
Negative Used for calcific deposits, myositis ossificans
Gracilis
Obturator nerve L2-L4
Adductor brevis
Obturator nerve L3, L4
Three point gait pattern
One injured LE with decreased WB. AD advances, followed by injured LE then uninjured LE
Bullectomy
One or more Bullae (large air spaces formed when alveoli are destroyed from emphysema) are removed to improve breathing
alveolar capillary membrane
Oxygen diffuses across alveolar-capillary septum into RBCs in lung capillaries, where it combines with hemoglobin to be transported back to the heart. CO goes opposite direction.
Premature Atrial Contraction (PAC)
P wave is premature, abnormal configuration Can occur in normal heart (caffeine, stress, smoking, alcohol), or any type of heart disease.
Waveforms of ECG
P wave: Atrial Depolarization PR Interval: Conduction from SA to AV. QRS: Ventricular depolarization, atrial repolarization QT: Time for both ventricular depolarization and repolarixation ST segment: both ventricles are depolarized T wave: Ventricular depolarization
Toe down instead of heel strike
PF Spasticity PF contracture Weak DF DF paralysis LLD Hindfoot pain
Hypoglycemia: Response
Pale, moist skin, rapid HR, shallow breathing, HA, altered vision, confusion, seizure, LOC. Administer sugar (orange juice). If not conscious, intravenous glucose injection by medical professional
Finger Adduction
Palmar Interossei (PAD)
Stage 2 Pressure Ulcer
Partial thickness skin loss with exposed dermis. Wound bed is pink or red, no exposed adipose, no granulation tissue, slough or eschar.
GH Adduction
Pec major Lat Teres Major
Erector spinae: Iliocostalis
Posterior branches of the spinal nerves
Erector spinae: Longissimus
Posterior branches of the spinal nerves
Erector spinae: Spinalis
Posterior branches of the spinal nerves
Wheelchair Seat Depth
Posterior buttock to popliteal fold Subtract 2 inches
Quadrangular Space
Posterior circumflex humeral artery and Axillary nerve PAs play in the quad
Kim Test
Posterior inferior labrum tear test
Splenius capitis
Posterior lateral branches of cervical nerves four through eight C4-C8
Splenius cervicis
Posterior lateral branches of cervical nerves four through eight C4-C8
Semispinalis capitis
Posterior primary divisions on spinal nerves
Lung Auscultation
Procedure - 7 POINTS Listen to the breath sounds with the diaphragm of the stethoscope Positive Findings and Indications (+) Decreased breath sounds; Indication: Obstructed lung disease, pleural effusion, pneumothorax, or COPD (+) Crackles; Indication: pneumonia, fibrosis, CHF, bronchiectasis. (+) Wheezes; Indication: asthma, COPD, bronchitis. (+) Rhonchi; Indication: secretion in large airways. (+) Stridor; Indication: bronchial obstruction.
Escharotomy
Procedure to open or remove eschar from burn site to reduce tension on surrounding structures, relieve edema pressure, and enhance circulation
Liver
Produces bile which emulsifies fat, produces RBCs and vitamin K, regulates serum level of carbs, proteins, and fats
Basophils
Produces histamine and is involved in allergic response
Atherosclerosis
Progressive accumulation of fatty plaque on inner walls of arteries, due to damage or injury to inner wall of artery (HTN, high cholesterol, smoking, diabetes), causing plaque made of waste products to build up at the site of injury. This narrows blood flow and causes a blood clot. Sxs: Angina if coronary arteries are affected. Numbness or weakness of arms/legs, slurred speech, drooping face for cerebral arteries. Intermittent claudication for peripheral arteries. Tx: Lifestyle changes, meds, (antihypertensives, antiplatelets, antilipidemics), surgery (angioplasty, endarterectomy, bypass surgery)
Congestive Heart Failure
Progressive condition where heart is unable to maintain CO to meet demands for blood/oxygen due to damage from other conditions (CAD, HTN, DM, MI, cardiomyopathy). Ventricles weaken and dilate, heart can't pump efficiently. Blood "backs up" into liver, abdomen, LE, and lungs. Sxs: Tachycardia, SOB, fatigue, weakness, swelling in legs, feet, and abdomen, rapid/irregular heartbeat with S3 or S4 heart sound, persistent cough or wheeze Tx: Sometimes treating underlying cause can correct heart failure, most tx is balance of meds, devices, and lifestyle change
Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Progressive degeneration of anterior horn cell, caused by genetic inheritance. Categories: -Acute Infantile SMA Type 1: Wernig-Hoffman Disease (birth-2 months, motor degeneration is quick and life expectancy is >1year) -Chronic Childhood SMA Type 2 Wernig-Hoffman Disease (6 months-1 year, slower progression than type 1. Child can survive into adulthood.) -Juvenile SMA Type 3: Kugelberg-Welander (4-17yrs. Will survive to adulthood) Sxs: Progressive muscle weakness, atrophy, diminished DTRs, normal intelligence, intact sensation, end-stage respiratory compromise PEAT Note: If unable to develop sitting ability, pt is unlikely to walk and will need power mobility.
Chronic Renal Failure
Progressive deterioration in renal function due to DM, severe HTN, glomerulopathies, obstructive uropathy, interstitial nephritis, or polycystic kidney disease
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Progressive disorder caused by absence of gene required to produce dystrophin and nebulin, causing muscle fiber membranes to weaken, become destroyed, and lose contractility. Fat and connective tissue replace muscle, death occurs from cardiopulmonary failure before 25. Sxs: First signs at 2-5. Progressive weakness, disinterest in running, toe walking, excessive lordosis, pseudohypertrophy of muscle. ADL usage begins around 5, inability to ambulate follows. Gower's sign usually present.
Nonopioid Agents
Provide analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects and anti-pyretic effects. Reduce prostaglandins, decreasing inflammation. Used for mild/moderate pain, fever, muscle ache, inflammation Sides: nausea, ulcers, GI distress Implication for PT: patients are at risk for masked pain allowing for movement beyond limitation. Examples: Acetaminophen, NSAIDS (Aspirin, Naproxen, ibuprofen, Celebrex/Celexocib)
Brachioradialis
Radial nerve C5, C6
Supinator
Radial nerve C6
Abductor pollicis longus
Radial nerve C6, C7
Extensor carpi radialis brevis
Radial nerve C6, C7
Extensor carpi radialis longus
Radial nerve C6, C7
Extensor pollicis brevis
Radial nerve C6, C7
Extensor carpi ulnaris
Radial nerve C6, C7, C8
Extensor digiti minimi
Radial nerve C6, C7, C8
Extensor digitorum
Radial nerve C6, C7, C8
Extensor indicis
Radial nerve C6, C7, C8
Extensor pollicis longus
Radial nerve C6, C7, C8
Anconeus
Radial nerve C7, C8
Triceps brachii
Radial nerve C7, C8
Pons
Regulates RR and associated with orientation of head in relation to auditory/visual stimuli. Cranial nerves V-VIII originate from pons.
Diastole
Relaxation
Hippocampus
Responsible for forming/storing new memories and important to learning language. Embedded in lower temporal lobe.
Distributed practice
Rest time in trials is equal or greater than practice time for each trial
Nerve root entrapments
Result from closure or narrowing of intervertebral foramen due to arthritic changes, spurring, or narrowing of intervertebral disks.
Pressure ulcers
Result from sustained pressure on tissues at levels greater than capillary pressure. Skin over bony prominences are very susceptible to ischemia and necrosis. May initially present as bruising or blisters under intact skin to deeper tissues before opening to reveal full thickness damage.
Symphysis Pubis Pain
Results from effects of relaxin and progesterone. Joint widens by 4 to 10mm. Sxs: Severe pain in symphysis pubic and SI joints as well as urine in the blood due to injury to urethra or bladder neck
Superior Vena Cava
Returns venous blood from head, neck, and arms to R atrium.
Inferior Vena Cava
Returns venous blood from lower body and viscera to R atrium
Lymphedema Stage 1
Reversible Stage Pitting edema present, increases with activity or heat, but diminishes with activity and rest
Femoral Torsion
Rotation between femur's shaft and neck 8-15 deg anterior anteversion is normal Less than 8 deg is femoral retroversion
Cardiac Conduction System
SA node, AV Node, Bundle of His, Purkinje fibers 60 bpm-->40 bpm-->20 or less
Metabolic Acidosis
SHAMED Stupor Hyperkalemia Arrhythmias Muscle twitching Emesis Decreased CO Kussmaul Respirations (compensatory hyperventilation)
O'Brien Test
SLAP tear Full internal rotation of shoulder and elbow pronation while therapist applies downard force
Sural Nerve Tension Test
SLR with DF and INV
Tibial Nerve Tension test
SLR with DF, EV
Common Peroneal Nerve Tension Test
SLR with PF and INV
Wheelchair Back Height
Seat of chair to floor of axilla with shoulder flexed to 90 deg Subtract 4 inches Should be below inferior angles of scapulae
Wheelchair Armrest Height
Seat to olecranon process with user's elbow flexed to 90 deg Add 1 inch
S2
Second heart sound, closure of aortic and pulmonic valves at onset of ventricular diastole Higher pitch and shorter duration "Dub"
Oswestry Disability Index
Self report questionnaire that measures the degree to which back or leg pain impacts functional activities. -assess the level of pain and interference with physical activities such as sleeping, self-care, sex life,social life and traveling. -6 items rated 0-5 100 = 100% disabled 0% = 0% disabled
Muscles innervated by tibial division of Sciatic Nerve
Semitendinosus Semimembranosus Biceps Femoris (long head)
Contraindications to Thermotherapy
Sensation, Circulation, Mentation!!! -Areas with lack of intact thermal sensation -Vascular insufficiency, vascular disease -Liniment or heat rub applied recently -Patient's subjective response to modality is unreliable (altered mentation) -Hemorrhage (recent or potential) -Malignancy -Acute inflammation or infection
Golgi Tendon Organs
Sense change in muscular tension
Parietal Function
Sensory Touch, kinesthesia, vibration, temp Receives info from other areas of brain regarding senses and memory Provides meaning or objects, interprets language and words, spatial/visual perception
Diastasis Recti
Separation of rectus Abdominis along linea alba during pregnancy. Sxs: Separation greater than width of two fingers when woman lifts head and shoulders off plinth
Conventional TENS
Short Duration (50-100 usec) High Frequency (30-150 pps) Sensory amplitude (Low, no muscular contraction) Brief pain relief, only when current is generated (gate theory) Used to relieve pain during ADLs
C5 Resistive Test
Shoulder Abduction
Contact Precautions
Skin-to-skin, contaminated intermediate object in patient's environment -Private room, may share with other pt with same microorganism -Gloves must change post direct contact with infectious material, and gloves come off prior to leaving room -Gown if substantial close contact with patient, remove gown prior to leaving room -Dedicate non-critical pt care equip to 1 patient, do not share between patients Examples: -GI, RR, skin/wound infections, drug-resistant bacteria, C-diff, E-coli, Hep A (incontinence), diphtheria, herpes, impetigo, scabies, zoster, Ebola
Slow Reversal Holds (SRH)
Slow reversal with the addition of isometric contraction at the end of each movement
National Cancer Institute Staging
Stages 0-IV, with 0 being early malignancy and IV being most malignant
Ataxic gait
Staggering, unsteadiness, wide BOS and exaggerated movements
Pathologic staging of cancer
Staging based on pathology findings of tissue samples obtained during surgery. This may differ from clinical stage (may reveal cancer has spread more than expeted) and gives more precise information to predict treatment responses and prognosis
Guarding during ambulation
Stand to affected side and behind patient, avoid grasping arm
Type I error (alpha)
Stating that there is an effect when none exists (accepting an experimental hypothesis when the null is true)
Type II Error (Beta)
Stating there is not an effect when one exists (failure to reject null hypothesis when it's false)
Antihyperlipidemia Agents
Statins Inhibit enzyme action in cholesterol synthesis (stops cholesterol formation), breaks down LDLs, decrease triglycerides, increase HDLs. Aerobic exercise can increase HDLs and maximize effects of drug therapy Indications: Hyperlipidemia, atherosclerosis, prevent coronary events in pts with existing DM, PVD, or coronary disease Atorvastatin (Lipitor), Simvistatin (Zocor), Fenofibrate (Tricor)
Intravenous System (IV)
Sterile fluid source, pump, clamp, and catheter to insert into a vein Used to infuse fluids, electrolytes, nutrients, and meds Most commonly inserted into superficial veins (basilic, cephalic, antecubital) Permits nutrients to be introduced when GI tract is not able to digest or absorb food
Spastic gait
Stiff movement, toes catch and drag, legs held together, hip and knee joints flexed. Common in spastic paraplegia.
Acute Renal Failure
Sudden decline in kidney function increase in BUN and creatine, oliguria, hyperkalemia, and sodium retention -Prerenal--Shock, hemorrhage, burn, or PE -Postrenal--Neoplasm, kidney stone, prostate hypertrophy -Intrarenal--Toxins, intrarenal ischemia, vascular disorders
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
Sudden respiratory failure due to fluid accumulation in alveoli, usually in people who are already ill. Etiology is fluid leaking from blood vessels in lungs into alveoli due to inflammation compromising membrane integrity. This inflammation can be caused by: -Pneumonia -Infection spreading through blood (sepsis) -Heart failure -Blood transfusions -Smoke inhalation or chemical (ammonia/chlorine) inhalation) -head/chest injury, or fracture of long bones -Near drowning -Drug overdose, shock, or adverse reaction to medication Sxs: Severe SOB, labored breathing, hypotension, confusion, fatigue, cough, fever Tx: Supplemental O2, vent. Fatal in 25-40% of those who develop it, survivors may not regain full lung function for 1+ yrs
Tinea Pedis (Athlete's Foot)
Superficial fungal infection causing epidermal thickening due to warm and moist environment. Happens due to closed toed shoes with no airflow, prolonged moisture or sweating, small nail or skin abrasions. Infectious. Sxs: Itching, redness, peeling skin, pain, odor, breaks in skin continuity Tx: Topical or oral antibiotics
Flexor pollicis brevis
Superficial head: median nerve C6, C7 Deep head: ulnar nerve C8, T1
Contact Dermatitis
Superficial irritation of skin from local irritation (poison ivy, latex, soap, jewelry). Can be acute or chronic. Sxs: Intense itching, burning, and red skin Tx: Identifying and removing the source of the irritation.
Peroneus brevis
Superficial peroneal nerve L4, L5, S1
Peroneus longus
Superficial peroneal nerve L4, L5, S1
Gluteus medius
Superior gluteal nerve L4, L5, S1
Vertebral-Basilar Artery
Supplies Cerebellum, medulla, pons, occipital cortex, and midbrain. Occlusion results in: -Locked-in syndrome, coma, vegetative state -Wallenberg syndrome (secondary to lat medullary infarct) results in ataxia, verigo, ipsilateral facial pain/temp impairment and contralateral pain/temp impairment -vertigo, nystagmus -Dysphagia, Dysarthria, Syncope
Posterior Cerebral Artery (PCA)
Supplies Occipital and inferior temporal lobes, subthalamic and basal nucleus, thalamus, and portion of midbrain. Occlusion results in: -Thalamic Pain syndrome -Hemiballismus, ataxia, athetosis, choreiform movement -Homonymous Hemianopsia -Visual agnosia -Cortical blindness -Memory impairment
Vertebrobasilar Artery Insufficiency
Supplies cerebellum, brainstem, occipital lobes 5 D's: Drop attacks Dysphagia Dysarthria Diplopia Dizziness 3 N's: Nystagmus, Nausea, Numbness Testing: Quadrant Vertebral Artery test -Pt extends, side bends and rotates to same side for 30 sec. If pt's sxs reproduced, contralateral artery is impaired. Cervical Extension+Rotation tests CONTRALATERAL ARTERY Cervical Flexion/Rotation Tests BOTH
Anterior Cerebral Artery
Supplies frontal lobe, and medial surface of frontal and parietal lobes. Occlusion results in: -Paraplegia -Incontinence -Personality changes -Aphasia, Apraxia, Agraphia -Perseveration -Akinetic Mutism (mimicks catatonia)
Supraspinatus
Suprascapular nerve C5
Tenotomy
Surgical release of tendon to decrease spasticity and improve function
Femoral nerve injury can be caused by
THA, displaced acetabular fracture, anterior femoral dislocation, hysterectomy, appendectomy
Bell's Palsy
Temporary unilateral facial paralysis secondary to trauma w/demyelination or degen of facial nerve. Common between 15-45. Etiology: Secondary to viral infection, especially herpes simplex/zoster Sxs: Asymmetrical facial drooping of eyelid and mouth, drooling, dryness of eye, inability to close eyelid due to weakness Tx: Anti-viral meds and high dose steroids. PT for stimulation of facial nerve, facial massage/exercise
Preload
Tension in ventricular wall at end of diastole
Negative Predictive Value
The probability that a person with a negative test result is truly disease free
Roots of Sacral plexus
The sacral plexus begins as the anterior fibres of the spinal nerves S1, S2, S3, and S4. They are joined by the 4th and 5th lumbar roots, which combine to form the lumbosacral trunk
Pharmacotherapeutics
The treatment of pathologic conditions through the use of drugs
Latissimus dorsi
Thoracodorsal C6-C8
Active Cycle of Breathing (ACB)
Three phases: 1. Breathing control (Gentle relaxed breathing for 5-10 sec) 2. Thoracic Expansion (3-4 slow deep inhalations) 3. Forced Expiration (1-2 huffs) Assists with secretion clearance in patients with asthma
C8 Resistive Test
Thumb Extension
Flexor digitorum longus
Tibial nerve L5, S1
Popliteus
Tibial nerve L5, S1
Tibialis posterior
Tibial nerve L5, S1
Flexor hallicus longus
Tibial nerve L5, S1, S2
Gastrocnemius
Tibial nerve S1, S2
Modified Ashworth Scale
To test for spasticity; apply quick stretch to muscle so it is lengthened quickly 0= no inc. in tone 1= slight inc. in tone, catch and release or minimal resistance at end of ROM when affected part moved in flex or ext 1+= slight inc. in tone, catch, followed by min. resistance t/o remainder (< half) of ROM 2= more marked inc. in tone through most of ROM, but affected parts easily moved 3= considerable inc. in tone, passive mvmt diff. 4= affected parts rigid in flex or ext
Clawing of toes
Toe flexor spasticity Positive support reflex (contraction of extensors and flexors in infant)
TMJ Dysfunction: Bite Down/Cotton Roll Test
Tongue depressor or cotton roll is placed on one side of the patient's mouth in between the teeth. Patient is asked to bite down onto the object. Pain reproduced on SAME side of cotton roll: MUSCLE on same side is causing pain Pain reproduced on OPPOSITE side of cotton roll: JOINT on the opposite side is causing pain. "Biting down on one side stresses the TMJ on the opposite side"
Complete spinal cord lesion
Total loss of sensation and voluntary muscle control below level of lesion
Sharp Debridement
Use of scalpel, scissors, or forceps to remove devitalized tissue, foreign material, or debris from wound Used for wounds with large amounts of necrotic tissue, or in presence of cellulitis or sepsis Most expedient form of removing necrotic tissue
Foot slap
Weak dorsiflexors, dorsiflexor paralysis
Insufficient Hip flexion at initial contact
Weak hip flexors Hip flexor paralysis Hip extensor spasticity Insufficient hip flexion range of motion
Aquatic Therapy
When submerged below xiphoid process, hydrostatic pressure increases difficulty of breathing, leading to increased RR. Pts with dyspnea should avoid submersion above Xiphoid MS should avoid water temp above 84 degrees Water temp above 95.9 deg causes peripheral vasodilation + increase HR, and decrease BP Water temp below 80.6 degrees will cause peripheral vasoconstriction + decrease HR and CO to reduce oxygen demand and preserve organs. BP increases bc of vasoconstriction
Stepping Reflex
When supported upright and feet flat, baby will reciprocally flex and extend legs. Normal age: 38 weeks to 2 months
Positive Support Reflex
When weight is placed on balls of feet in upright, baby stiffens its legs and trunk into extension. Normal Age: 35 weeks gestation to 2 months Interferes with standing, walking, and balance, and can cause contractures of ankles into PF
Angiography
X ray imaging of blood vessels after injection of contrast material to show location of plaque in coronary arteries and extent of occlusion
Hydrotherapy wound care
Whirlpool tank with agitation toward wound requiring debridement softens and loosens adherent necrotic tissue. -May cause maceration of viable tissue, edema from dependent LE positioning, Hypotension
MMT Grades
Zero (0/5): No palpable muscle contraction Trace (1/5): Palpable muscle contraction but no joint movement Poor Minus (2-/5): No complete ROM in gravity eliminated position Poor (2/5): Complete ROM only in gravity eliminated position Poor Plus (2+/5): Able to initiate movement against gravity Fair Minus (3-/5): Can't complete ROM against gravity but can complete more than half range Fair (3/5): Completes ROM against gravity without resistance Fair Plus (3+/5): Completes ROM against gravity with only minimal resistance Good Minus (4-/5): Completes ROM against gravity with min/mod resistance Good (4/5): Completes ROM against gravity with mod resistance Good Plus (4+/5): Completes ROM against gravity with mod/max resistance Normal (5/5): Completes ROM with max resistance
Oxygen Tent
a canopy that surrounds the patient, providing oxygen, humidification, and a cool environment to help control body temperature
Foot Orthosis
a removable appliance placed within a shoe that applies forces to the foot either to relieve pain or to improve balance and function in standing and walking.
APGAR Score
a scale of 1-10 to evaluate a newborn infant's physical status at 1 and 5 minutes after birth. Considered good condition if 7-10. 3 or below requires immediate medical attention. Each score is 0-2. Appearance: Blue/Normal except for blue extremities/Pink Pulse: Absent/Below 100 bpm/Over Grimace: No response/Min response/Pulls away, sneeze Activity: Floppy/Flexing arms or legs/Active movement Respiration: Absent/Slow/Vigorous cry
Interval Scale
a scale of measurement in which the intervals between numbers on the scale are all equal in size. No true zero point Temperature (F or C)
CT scan
a series of x-ray photographs taken from different angles and combined by computer into a composite representation of a slice through the body to view bones, tissues, and organs. Rules out vascular malformations, tumors, cysts, herniated disks, hemorrhage, epilepsy.
Sheet graft
a skin graft that is transferred directly from the unburned donor site to the prepared recipient site
Motions in frontal plane
abduction and adduction
Positive Predictive Value
ability of a diagnostic test to correctly determine the proportion of patients with the disease from all the patients with positive test results
Graphesthesia
ability to "read" a number by having it traced on the skin
Stereognosis
ability to recognize objects by feeling their form, size, and weight while the eyes are closed
Scoliosis
abnormal lateral curvature of the spine Named by the Convexity. LEFT curve will have a C open on the right RIGHT curve will have C open on the left Cobb angles: 10 degrees or higher with axial rotation to confirm diagnosis
Forced Expiratory Volume (FEV)
amount of air exhaled in the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd second of a forced vital capacity test
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
an abnormal opening between the pulmonary artery and the aorta caused by failure of the fetal ductus arteriosus to close after birth Sxs: Small may be asymptomatic. Large causes tachycardia, respiratory distress, poor eating, weight loss, and congestive heart failure Tx: Diuretics, indomethacin, surgical repair. Left untreated, can cause pulmonary HTN or heart failure
Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
an autoimmune disorder that affects children aged 16 years or less with symptoms that include stiffness, pain, joint swelling, skin rash, fever, slowed growth, and fatigue Diagnosed based on presence of RF or ANA and systemic involvement.
Fowler position
an inclined position in which the head of the bed is raised
Alar ligaments
attach dens of axis (C2) to occipital condyles. Resist flexion, contralateral side bending, contralateral rotation. Also limit sagittal plane translation between axis and occiput
Echocardiography
an ultrasonic diagnostic procedure used to evaluate the structures and motion of the heart Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE) uses a handheld transducer. Transesophageal (TEE) uses a transducer passed into esophagus to give more detailed image of heart
-mycin
antibiotic/antibacterial Erythromycin
sulfa-
antibiotic; anti-infective; anti-inflammatory Sulfadiazine, sulfasalazine
-nazole
antifungal Miconazole, terconazole
Cancer
any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division. Malignant cells can grow uncontrollably, invade other tissues, remain undifferetiated, initiate growth at distant sites. Most common cancer is carcinoma
Cardiac Cycle
atrial systole/ventricular diastole, ventricular systole/atrial diastole, brief complete diastole
-bital
barbiturate (sedative) Phenobarbital
Ordinal Measurement Scale
being of a specified position or order in a numbered series. "Ranking scale" Levels of assistance, pain, joint laxity grades, manual muscle test grades
Cardiac Enzyme studies
battery of blood tests performed to determine the presence of cardiac damage Creatine Phosphokinase (CK-MB) appears in blood 4 hours post infarction, peaks at 24 hours, declines over 72 hours Cardiac Troponin-I remains elevated for 5-7 days. (Over 0.10) Brain Natriuretic Peptide (BNP): Peptide hormone released with heart stress. Indicates HEART FAILURE
Athetosis
bizarre, slow, twisting, writhing movement, resembling a snake or worm. When brief, they merge with chorea (Choreoathetosis) and when sustained, they merge with dystonia. Common in several forms of CP secondary to BG pathology
Neurogenic Nonreflexive bladder
bladder is flaccid as a result of a cauda equina or conus medullaris lesion. sacral reflex arc is damaged
Thrombus
blood clot
Swing Through Gait
both crutches are advanced then the legs swing past the crutches
Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO)
brace that is worn on the lower leg and foot to support the ankle and correct foot drop. Requires medial/lateral control by patient.
Sural nerve injury can be caused by
calcaneal fracture, lateral malleolus fracture
Lymph vessel
carrier of lymph throughout the body; lymphatic vessels empty lymph into veins in the upper part of the chest
Ulcerative Colitis
chronic inflammation of the colon with presence of ulcers. Diarrhea and rectal bleeding.
Sarcoidosis
chronic inflammatory disease in which small nodules (granulomas) develop in lungs, lymph nodes, and other organs
Ankylosing Spondylitis
chronic, progressive arthritis with stiffening (ankylosis) of joints, primarily of the spine and hip, but ossification can happen in all affected joints. Sxs: Recurrent and insidious episodes of LBP, morning stiffness, impaired spinal extension, limited ROM. Progresses to severe, consistent and extending to midback and neck. Natural lumbar curve flattens, thoracic kyphosis increases. On x-ray, may see SI fusion, ossification of outside of intervertebral disks (syndesmophyte)
Musculocutaneous nerve injury can be caused by
clavicular fracture
Metabolic Equivalent (MET)
concept expressing the energy cost of physical activity; for example, 3 METs means three times the amount of energy expended at rest Moderate risk for mortality if capacity is less than 5-6 METs
Hyperpigmentation
darkened areas of skin caused by excessive amounts of melanin
Hypesthesia
decreased sensitivity to touch
Anosognosia
denial of illness
Filariasis
disease caused by parasitic roundworm that occurs in tropic and subtropic regions that can lead to elephantiasis
FEV1/FVC ratio
dividing of value for FEV1 by value for FVC; useful in differentiation obstructive and restrictive pulmonary dysfunction.
Cold Pack application
do not apply direct to skin -wetting towel will conduct better -check skin after 5 minutes Application time of 20 min, extend to 30 for spasticity reduction 5-10 min for ice massage
Ketoacidosis
excessive production of ketones, making the blood acidic
Double crush syndrome
existence of two separate lesions along the same nerve that create more severe symptoms than if only one lesion existed
Delayed Feedback
feedback provided several seconds or more following movement completion Provides brief period of introspection and self-assessment, improving retention
-trel
female hormone (progestin) Desogestrel, etonogestrel
Atlantooccipital Joint
first joint formed by occipital condyles of skull sitting on articular fossa of the 1st vertebra allows capital flexion & extension ("Yes")
Motions in the sagittal plane
flexion and extension
D2 Flexion UE
flexion, abduction, external rotation Pulling a sword out.
D2 Flexion LE
flexion, abduction, internal rotation
Comminuted Fracture
fracture in which the bone is splintered or crushed
Axillary nerve injury can be caused by
fracture of humeral neck, anterior dislocation of shoulder
Tympany
high-pitched, musical, drumlike percussion note heard when percussing over the stomach and intestine. If heard over lungs, almost exclusively signals large pneumothorax
Ultralight Wheelchair frame
highly active, no need for postural supports, used for sports
Extensor synergy LE
hip abduction/extension/internal rotation knee extension ankle plantar flexion/inversion toe flexion
Flexor Synergy LE
hip flexion/abduction/external rotation knee flexion ankle dorsiflexion/inversion toe extension
Apraxia
impaired ability to carry out motor activities despite intact motor function
Reciprocating Gait Orthosis (RGO)
incorporates a cable system to assist with advancement of lower extremities during gait. when patient shifts weight onto a selected lower extremity, the cable system advances the opposite LE. Used primarily for paraplegia.
Ataxia
lack of muscle coordination
Associative Learning
learning that certain events occur together. The events may be two stimuli (as in classical conditioning) or a response and its consequences (as in operant conditioning).
Pallanesthesia
loss of vibration sensation
Klumpke's Palsy
lower brachial plexus injury resulting in claw hand deformity; usually improves btwn 3-6 months. Affects C7-T1
Urea
major nitrogenous waste excreted in urine
Neuroblastoma
malignant tumor composed mainly of cells resembling neuroblasts that occurs most commonly in infants and children. Most common malignant tumor in children. Abdominal mass, change in personality, anemia, sweating, pain, diarrhea
Urinary Tract Infection
microbial infection of any part of the urinary tract due to infiltration of bacteria into urethra or bladder. If untreated, can spread to kidneys and cause pyelonephritis. Sxs: Increased frequency of urination, pain/burning with urination, cloudy urine, pressure above pubic bone in women, shakiness, fever, back pain, fatigue. Confusion in elderly population. Tx: Drink an excess of fluid, bacteria-specific antibiotics
Arterial line
monitoring device consisting of a catheter that is inserted into an artery and attached to an electronic monitoring system. used to measure blood pressure or obtain blood samples. considered more accurate than traditional measures of blood pressure and does not require repeated needle punctures Used for: -Critically ill -HTN crisis -Uncontrolled HTN -Post MI
Granulation Tissue
new tissue that is pink/red in color and composed of fibroblasts and small blood vessels that fill an open wound when it starts to heal
Arterial Insufficiency Ulcers
occur secondary to ischemia from inadequate circulation of oxygenated blood (ischemia) and typically linked to PAD. often due to complicating factors such as atherosclerosis Presentation: -Located usually on distal third of leg, toes, webbed spaces, and lateral malleolus. -Severely painful, and more painful with limb elevation. -Pedal pulses are diminished or absent, decreased skin temp -ABI of 0.79 or less is indicative of moderate blockage -Deep wound, smooth and well defined edges
ABG results
pH-->PaCO2-->PaO2-->HCO3- 7.4/40/97/24
Spinothalamic tract
pain and temperature
Hemiplegia
paralysis of one side of the body
Massed practice
practice performed all at once, practice time is greater than amount of rest.
Electroencephalography (EEG)
process of recording the electrical activity of the brain. Rules out seizure disorders, brain death, brain tumors, degenerative disorders.
Electromyography (EMG)
recording the strength of muscle contraction as a result of electrical stimulation. Measures activity from brain or spinal cord to peripheral nerve root. Used to rule out muscle pathology, nerve pathology, denervated muscle, lower motor neuron injury
Carpal bones
scaphoid, lunate, triquetrum, pisiform, trapezium, trapezoid, capitate, hamate Some Lovers TRI Positions (lateral) That They Can't Handle
Startle Reflex
similar to Moro but arms are flexed rather than extended and fingers are closed. Happens in response to loud sudden movement, integrated by 5 months
Metabolic rate
speed at which an organism carries out its metabolic process
Parapodium
standing frame designed to allow a patient to sit when necessary. primarily used in peds.
Myelotomy
surgical procedure that severs certain tracts within the spinal cord in order to decrease spasticity and improve function
Neuroectomy
surgical removal of a nerve to decrease spasticity and improve function
Atherectomy
surgical removal of plaque buildup from the interior of an artery
Alkylating agents (cancer)
synthetic chemicals containing alkyl groups that attack DNA, causing strand breaks. Indicated for malignancies Mustargen (Mechlorethamine) Busulfex (Busulfan) Leukeran (Chlorambucil)
High Frequency airway oscillation
• *Acapella and Flutter* are handheld devices that combine *positive expiratory pressure and high frequency airway vibrations to mobilize mucus secretions in airways* • W/ device in mouth, inhale slowly to 75% full breath; hold breath 2-3 seconds; exhale through device 3-4 seconds, repeat 10-20 breaths • Remove device and perform 2-3 coughs or huffs to raise secretions
Ambulatory ECG
• AKA Holter monitoring • Recorded for 24-48 hours or longer to evaluate cardiac rhythm, efficiency of meds, and pacemaker function; then correlated w/ diary of pt's symptoms/activities
Phonocardiography
• Diagnostic test that creates a graphic record of sounds produced by heart/great vessels • Phonocardiogram supplements auscultation and *improves detection of S3/S4 heart sounds* in diagnosis of heart failure
Chest Radiograph
• Visualizes location/size/shape of heart,lungs, blood vessels, ribs, bones of spine • Can also reveal fluid in lungs/pleural space, pneumonia, cancer
-sartan
Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonist to lower BP Valsartan, Losartan
L4-5 Resistive Test
Ankle Dorsiflexion
S1 Resistive Test
Ankle Plantar Flexion
GH Horizontal Adduction
Anterior Delt Pec major
Nerve Tissue Cancers (Brain, nerves, spinal cord, retina)
Astrocytoma Glioma Neurilemma Neuroblastoma Retinoblastoma
Cerebellum CVA Symptoms
Decreased balance Ataxia Decreased coordination Nausea Decreased ability for postural adjustment Nystagmus
Hypovolemia
Decreased blood volume due to bleeding, dehydration from vomiting, diarrhea, sweating, burns, and diuretics to treat hypertension. Sxs: Orthostatic hypotension, tachycardia, elevated body temp
Glucose
Ideal Range: 100-250 Below 70: Give 15g snack 70-100 with syptoms, give 15g carb snack, recheck in 15. If no symptoms, continue ex and give snack, recheck in 15 250-300 WITH ketones: No ex, call EMS 250-300 without ketones: Ex with caution, retest in 15 Over 300: No ex, call EMS
Knee Thrust Gait
Rapid knee hyperextension in midstance. Most often occurs to move COM anterior to knee, producing knee extensor movement Causes: -Weak/Spastic Quads -PF Contracture
Septic Arthritis
Rapid onset, over hours or days, of monoarthritis with swollen, tender, adn warm joint, with limited ROM due to pain.
Atrial Fibrillation
Rapid, irregular EXG without discrete P waves. Sxs: Palpitations, fatigue, dyspnea, lightheadedness, syncope, chest pain -New onset should be reported to physician -Pts should be taking blood thinners to reduce stroke risk -Not medical emergency unless life threatening sxs arise (LOC, confusion)
Half-life
Rate of elimination of a drug, or how long it takes to eliminate half of an administration.
Large Intestine Function
Reabsorbs water and stores and eliminates undigested food as feces Ascending colon Transverse Colon Descending colon Sigmoid Colon Rectum Anus
Balanced suspension
Realigns fractures of the femur; uses pulley to create balanced suspension by countertraction to the top of the thigh splint. Thomas splint (positioned under anterior thigh) with Pearson attachment (supports leg from knee down) frequently used. Requires prolonged immobilization and increases incidence of secondary complications (contractures, skin breakdown)
Electrocardiogram
Record of heart's electrical activity. Used to asses cardiac rhythm, diagnose location, extent, and acuteness of ischemia and infarction.
Thoracic/Lumbar Flexion
Rectus Abdominus Internal/External oblique
Knee Extension
Rectus Femoris Vastus Lateralis, Medialis, Intermedius
Sanguineous Exudate
Red color Thin, watery consistency May be indicative of new blood vessel growth or disruption of blood vessels.
Semimembranosus
Sciatic nerve-tibial division L5, S1, S2
Semitendinosus
Sciatic nerve-tibial division L5, S1, S2
Alexia
inability to read
Agraphesthesia
inability to recognize symbols, letters or numbers traced on the skin
Agraphia
inability to write
Toe Adduction
Adductor Hallucis Plantar Interossei (PAD)
Thumb Adduction
Adductor Pollicis
Muscles innervated by Obturator Nerve
Adductor longus, brevis, magnus Obturator Externus Gracilis
Hip Adduction
Adductor magnus, longus, brevis Gracilis
Obturator Nerve (FL)
Adductors (except for Pectineus and long tendinous portion of Add Magn) Obturator externus
Wrist Vascular Insufficiency Test
Allen Test: Patient opens and closes hand several times and maintains hand in closed position. Therapist compresses radial and ulnar arteries and patient relaxes hand. Therapist releases pressure on one artery and observes color of hand and fingers. Positive for delayed or absent flushing of radial or ulnar half of hand. May indicate occlusion of radial/ulnar artery
Pediatric Hip Tests
Barlow's Test: Patient in supine with hips flexed to 90 deg and knees flexed. Therapist moves test leg into ADD while applying forward pressure to greater trochanter. Positive for click or clunk, and may dislocate hip. "Going out to the BAR" Ortolani's Test: Patient is supine with hips flexed to 90 deg and knees flexed. Therapist abducts hips and applies Anterior pressure to greater trochanters until resistance is felt at approx 30 deg. Positive for click or clunk and may be indicative of dislocation being reduced "If you are out, you need to go home
Lymph Nodes
Bean-shaped filters that cluster along the lymphatic vessels of the body. They function as a cleanser of lymph as wells as a site of T and B cell activation
Rule of Nines
Head and Neck= 9% Each upper ext= 9% Each lower ext= 18% Front trunk= 18% Back trunk= 18% Genitalia= 1%
Deep Tissue Pressure Injury
Intact or non-intact skin with localized area of persistent non-blanchable deep red, maroon, purple discoloration or epidermal separation revealing a dark wound bed or blood filled blister. If necrotic tissue, subcutaneous tissu, granulation tissue, fascia, or muscle are visible, indicates full-thickness pressure injury.
Stage 1 Pressure Ulcer
Intact skin, non-blanchable redness.
Transversus abdominis
Intercostal nerves T7-T12, iliohypogastric nerve T12, L1, and ilioinguinal nerve L1
External oblique abdominal
Intercostal nerves T8-T12, iliohypogastric nerve T12, L1, and ilioinguinal nerve L1
Internal oblique abdominal
Intercostal nerves T8-T12, iliohypogastric nerve T12, L1, and ilioinguinal nerve L1
2nd Degree AV Block Mobitz II
Intermittent skipping of QRS complex. -All pts with this will have pacemaker -If abnormality is found without pacemaker, with symptoms present, CALL EMS -If abnormality is found without symptoms, stop exercise and call physician -Can become Third Degree if not handled
Normal Platelet Count
150,000-450,000 50k-100k: You can exercise, stop if signs of bleeding 20k-50k: Weights are ok but no breath holding 10k-20k: Strength training with NO WEIGHTS OR STRAIN Below 10k is NO EXERCISE Clotting Factor
Glasgow Come Scale: Motor Response
6: Obeys comands 5: Localizes pain 4: Withdraws 3: Abnormal flexion 2: Extensor response 1: Nil
Moderate Assist
Patient requires 50% assist from therapist to complete task
Maximal Assist
Patient requires 75% assist from therapist to complete task
Subthalamus
Regulates movements by skeletal muscles, associated with basal ganglia and substantia nigra.
Adductor magnus
Anterior: obturator nerve L2-L4 Posterior: sciatic nerve L4, L5, S1-S3
Alkaline Reaction to Iontophoresis
Sodium Hydroxideforming under cathode (negative electrode)
Class I Antiarrhythmic Agents
Sodium channel blockers Quinidine, Lidocaine
Stroke in Evolution
CVA usually caused by a thrombus that gradually progresses. deficits are not seen for one to two days after onset.
Firm End feel (abnormal)
Increased tone, tightening of capsule, ligament shortening Frozen shoulder, TMJ capsular fibrosis
Muscles innervated by Deep Peroneal Nerve
Tibialis Anterior EHL EDL, EDB Peroneus Tertius
Transcutaneous Electrical Stimulation (TENS)
Increases sensory stimulation at site, blocking pain transmission (gate control, endogenous opioid)
Risk factors for cancer
Increasing age, poor diet, stress, alcohol/tobacco use, environmental exposure
Insufficient Hip Extension in Stance
Insufficient hip EXT ROM Hip Flexion contracture Lower extremity flexor synergy
Dorsiflexion Stop
Velcro strap on posterior aspect of AFO that limits DF
Eosinophils
Kill parasites, destroy cancer cells, involved in allergic response
Metabolic Bone Disease
- Disruption in normal skeletal metabolism - Results in deformity, bone loss, fx's, softening of the bones, arthritis, and pain. -Skeletal system uses calcium and phosphorous to balance remodeling of cortical and trabecular bone to optimize skeletal structure -Osteomalacia -Osteoporosis -Paget's Disease
Lingula of left lung
- Flat, medially-pointing projection of the inferior lobe, forming the base of the cardiac notch; Latin for "little tongue" - Believed to be homologous to a middle lobe (as in the right lung)
Spinal Shock Syndrome
- occurs after major damage to the spinal cord - loss/depressed cord functions below the lesion for less the 24 hours to several weeks - subsequent recovery as shock wears off below the transection/damage, resulting in spasticity, exaggerated reflexes, etc.
Anatomic snuffbox
-Bordered by Abductor Pollicis Longus, Extensor Pollicis Brevis, and Extensor Pollicis Longus (Brevis sandwich) -Scaphoid may be palpated through this structure when there is concern for a fracture.
Adrenal Glands
-Adrenal Cortex: Corticosteroids that regulate water/sodium balance, stress response, immune system, sexual development, and metabolism -Adrenal Medulla: Epinephrine that increases HR and BP in response to stress
Peripheral Vestibular Disorders
-BPPV -Vestibular -Hypofunction (vestibular neuritis, labyrinthitis) -Bilateral Vestibular Hypofunction (BVL, usually ototoxicity) -Meniere's Disease -Mal de Debarquement -Perilymphatic Fistula -Motion Sensitivity
Knee Patellar Tests
-Brush/Sweep Test: Therapist places on hand below joint line of medial surface of patella, sweeps upward towards suprapatellar bursa. The other hand then strokes down lateral surface of patela. Positive for wave of fluid below medial distal border of patella, indicates knee effusion -Patellar Tap Test: Therapist taps patella. Positive if patella seems to be floating -Clarke's Sign: Therapist applies pressure with hand to superior pole of patella, patient contracts quadriceps muscle. Positive for pain, indicative of PFP -Hughston's Plica Test: Therapist flexes knee and medially rotates tibia with one hand while other hand moves patella medially. Positive for popping over medial plica with knee passively flexed or extended -Noble Compression Test: Therapist maintains pressure over lateral epicondyle of knee while patient extends. Positive for pain over lateral femoral condyle at 30 deg of knee flexion, indicative of IT band friction syndrome -Patellar Apprehension Test:Therapist places thumbs on medial border of patella and pushes it laterally. Positive for apprehension or attempt to contract quads to avoid subluxation.
Peptic Ulcer
-Burning, gnawing, cramping stomach pain especially when empty, between meals, and in early AM. -Coffee Ground Emesis -Pain is midline, in epigastrum, may radiate to costal margins, into the back and rarely to right shoulder -Pain is usually relieved by food and/or antacids
Wrist Neurological Dysfunction Tests
-Carpal Compression Test (Median Nerve Compression Test): Therapist applies pressure to median nerve in carpal tunnel for 30 seconds. Positive for CTS for pain or paresthesia in median nerve distribution -Froment's sign: Therapist attempts to pull piece of paper away from patient's thumb and index finger. Positive for patient flexing distal phalanx of thumb due to adductor pollicis paralysis. If patient hyperextends MCP joint, termed Jeanne's Sign. May be indicative of ulnar nerve compromise or paralysis -Phalen's Test: Patient holds flexed wrist position (reverse prayer) for 60 seconds, positive for ingling in median -Tinel's sign: Therapist taps over patient's anterior wrist, positive for tingling in thumb, index/middle finger, and lateral half of ring finger. May indiccate CTS due to median nerve compression
Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex
-Cartilaginous disc that sits between ulna, lunate and triquetrum -Provides stability to wrist joint and connects radius and ulna together -Distributes force across wrist
Cervical Spine Tests
-Cervical Flexion/Rotation Test: Patient in supine, therapist fully flexes C spine and rotates in each direction while maintaining flexion. Should have 45 deg each. If limited, dysfunction is occurring at AA joint. Can be provocative for cervicogenic headache. -Distraction Test: Used for patients with radicular symptoms. Therapist places one hand under patient's chin and other under occiput, providing a upward distraction force. Positive for cervical nerve root compression if pain is decreased with distraction force -Foraminal Compression Test: Therapist places both hands on top of patient's head while sidebending and presses down. Positive for pain radiating into arm toward flexed sign, indicates nerve root compression -Vertebral Artery Test: Therapist places patient's head into extension, sidebending, and rotation to ipsilateral side. Positive for dizziness, nystagmus, slurred speech, or LOC, may indicate vertebral artery compression.
Imaging techniques for lymphedema
-Direct Lympography: injection of contrast medium into lymph vessel to visualize entire system. Not often used -Indirect lymphography: injection of contrast medium just under skin to observe superficial lymph vessels -Lymphoscintigraphy: Injection of contrast material for visualization of lymphatic system through nuclear medicine injury. Fewer complications than Direct -MRI and CT scan to identify tumors
Rotator Cuff Pathology Special Tests
-Drop Arm: Patient slowly lowers arm from 90 deg abd. Positive = failure to slowly lower arm or presence of severe pain, may indicate rotator cuff tear -Hawkins-Kennedy Impingement Test: 90 deg flexion, Passive IR, positive for reproduction of pain. May indicate supraspinatus impingement -Infraspinatus Test: 90 deg elbow flexion, shoulder in 45 deg ER. Patient resists ER force to forearm. Positive = infraspinatus strain/tear -ER Lag Sign: Bent elbow, 20 deg scap, end range ER, ask patient to hold position. If patient cannot hold position, positive for infra/supraspinatus pathology -Lift off sign: Full IR patient is asked to raise hand off small of back. If unable to complete, subscap lesion may be present -Neer Impingment: Elevate patient's arm through flexion, positive test = pain, indicates supraspinatus impingement -Supine Impingment Test: Passive full flexion, then ER and adducts shoulder so arm is near patient's head. From this position, IR shoulder. Positive for pain -Supraspinatus Test (Empty Can): 90 deg abduction, 30 deg horiz ADD, thumb pointing down, resisted ABD. Positive for weakness.
Exercise Stress test Relative Indications for Stopping
-Drop in SBP greater than 10 despite increase in workload WITHOUT evidence of ischemia -greater than 2 mm ST segment depression -Arrhythmias OTHER THAN sustained V-tach, including multifocal PVCs, SVTs, heart block, bradyarrhythmias -Fatigue, SOB, claudication -Increasing chest pain -Hypertensive response (over 250 SBP or DBP over 115)
Medial Meniscal Injury
-Firmly attached to joint capsule, MCL, ACL, PCL, and semimembranosus -Tears in outer 1/3 have better chance of healing, while inner 2/3 (avascular) often require surgery MOI: Pivot on planted foot, during sports or stepping in a hole Sxs: Mild to severe pain with clicking and popping. Catching at certain parts of range. Clear OA as option. Tests: Apley's, Mcmurray's
Lumbar traction force
-Force of 25% of patient's BW is needed to overcome friction force -50% is required to separate vertebrae -Maximum of 30 lbs for first trial to assess pt response -In acute phase, keep duration to 15 for intermittent and 10 for sustained -Max duration is 30 min
Prone Bony Prominences (Pressure Injury)
-Forehead -Anterior acromion process -anterior head of humerus -Sternum -ASIS -Patella -Dorsum of foot
Temporal Function
-Hearing and smell -Wernicke's area (ability to understand/produce meaningful speech, verbal and general memory)
Supine Bony Prominences (Pressure Injury)
-Occiput -Spine of scap -Inferior angle of scap -Vertebral spinous processes -Medial epicondyle of humerus -Post iliac crest -Sacrum -Coccyx -Heel
Dorsal Radiocarpal ligament
-Only major ligament on dorsal surface of wrist. -Limits wrist flexion. -Runs from posterior distal radius to lunate/triquetrum.
Lymphatic System
-Primary functions: Immune system defense, maintenance of fluid balance in body, collection and transportation of fluids not reabsorbed by venous system. -Lymphatic system collects 10-20% of interstitial fluid, venous system collects other 80-90% -Under control of autonomic nervous system, contractions of smooth muscle in vessel walls move lymph along -Skeletal muscle contractions compress vessels and move lymph along its one way valves
Airborne Precautions
-Private room, monitored negative air pressure -6 to 12 air changes in room per hour -Room door closed with patient remaining in room -Mask and gloves Examples: Measles, Tuberculosis, Varicella (Chicken pox)
Parathyroid Glands
-Produce parathyroid hormone, which is an antagonist to calcitonin and helps maintain normal blood levels of calcium and phosphate -Increased PTH increases reabsorption of calcium and phosphate from bones to blood. -Low blood calcium stimulates PTH, high blood calcium inhibits it. -Calcium levels control clotting, neuromuscular excitability, and cell membrane permeability.
Iliofemoral ligament
-Resists anterior displacement of hip and prevents hyperextension -Strongest ligament in the body
Lateral Collateral Ligament
-Runs from lateral femoral epicondyle to fibular head -Prevents excessive varus displacement of tibia relative to femur Injured through: -Pure varus load at knee without rotation, often sustained via medial blow to the knee. -Rarely torn without concurrent injury to ACL or PCL Special Tests: Varus stress test
Anticoagulant Agents
-arins Inhibit platelet aggregation and thrombus formation Indications: s/p coronary angioplasly or Coronary Artery Bypass Graft, preventing thromboembolism in patients with A-fib and prosthetic heart valves Sides: Hemorrhage, increased risk of bleeding, GI distress with orals Heparin, Warfarin (Coumadin), Enoxaparin (Lovenox)
Foam Dressings
-composed from a hydrophilic polyurethane base. -hydrophilic at wound contact surface -hydrophobic on the outer surface -allows exudates to be absorbed into the foam through the hydrophilic layer -most commonly available in sheets or pads with varying degrees of thickness. -Encourages autolytic debridement
Oronasal mask
-consists of facepiece designed to cover nose and mouth with small vent holes to expel exhaled air along with a breathing tube and connector -used most for oxygen therapy -can be used to administer medications, mucolytic detergents, or humidit, by use of an accessory nebulizer -delivers 6-15 L/min
Pulse Amplitude Scale
0 = absent 1 = small or reduced 2+ = Normal or average 3+ = large or bounding
Reflex Grading
0 = no reflex, always abnormal 1+ = diminished response 2+ = normal 3+ brisk/exaggerated response 4+ - hyperactive, always abnormal response
Normal Eosinophil Count
0-6%
Clinical staging of cancer
1- Localized to tissue of origin. 2- Limited local spread. 3- Extensive local or regional spread 4- Metastasis. Estimated extent of malignancy based on examination, lab values, imaging, and biopsy.
Hoehn and Yahr Scale (1-5)
1-Unilateral disease with minimal dysfunction 2-Bilateral or midline impairment without balance dysfunction 3-Bilateral, mild to moderate postural dysfunction 4-Severely disabled but still able to stand and walk 5-Confined to bed and wheelchair
Scissor gait
Legs cross midline upon advancement
Lumbricals
1st lumbricals: medial plantar nerve L4, L5 2nd, 3rd, 4th lumbricals: lateral plantar nerve S1, S2
Glomerular Filtration Rate
125 mL/min is normal Estimate of filtering capacity of kidneys, volume of filtrate produced per minute by kidneys
Patient that is dependent must be repositioned in bed every ___ hours and must be lifted when changing positions to avoid ____
2, shearing
Limbic System
A doughnut-shaped system of neural structures at the border of the brainstem and cerebral hemispheres; involved in control/expression of moddoand emotion, processing recent memory, olfaction, appetite, and emotional responses to food. Lesions here can result in aggression, fearfulness, altered sexual behavior, or motivation
Normal Distribution
A function that represents the distribution of variables as a symmetrical bell-shaped graph. Mean, median, and mode are the same -68% of values fall in one Std. deviation (+-1) 34% each way -95% of values fall in two std. deviations (+-2) 13.6% -99% of values fall in three standard deviations (+-3) another 2.14% way
Festinating gait
A gait pattern where a patient walks on toes as though pushed. It starts slowly, increases, and may continue until the patient grasps an object in order to stop.
Hypothalamus
A neural structure lying below the thalamus; it directs autonomic nervous system, the feed & breed (hunger, thirst, sexual behavior, body temperature), helps govern the endocrine system via the pituitary gland
Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy
A non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that is progressive. Common in males over 60 and can interfere with normal voiding.
Enhanced Extracorporeal Counterpulsation (EECP)
A noninvasive procedure in which inflation of pressure cuffs on the lower extremities compresses the veins and assists with venous return to the heart.
Antalgic gait
A protective gait pattern where the involved step length is decreased in order to avoid weight bearing on the involved side usually secondary to pain. Rapid and short swing phase on uninvolved limb
Insulin
A protein hormone synthesized in the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into tissues. High blood glucose levels increase this hormone's activity to achieve homeostasis.
Ventricular Tachycardia
A rapid heart rhythm in which the electrical impulse begins in the ventricle (instead of the atrium), which may result in inadequate blood flow and eventually deteriorate into cardiac arrest. 3 or more consecutive PVCs at greater than 150 bpm. Causes: MI, cardiomyopathy, valvular disease
Neuropathic ulcers
A secondary complication usually associated with a combination of ischemia and neuropathy. Often associated with diabetes mellitus, or any form of peripheral neuropathy. Presentation: -Located on areas of foot susceptible to pressure during weight bearing -Looks like an oval with a callused rim -Loss of protective sensation
Mesh graft
A skin graft that is altered to create a mesh-like pattern in order to cover a larger surface area
Alternate hypothesis
A statement that is accepted if the sample data provide sufficient evidence that the null hypothesis is false.
Athetoid Cerebral Palsy
A type of cerebral palsy in which movements are contorted, abnormal, and purposeless. Less likely to have contractures. PT emphasis is on cocontractures and voluntary control
Gauze Dressing
A woven, flexible absorbent cloth applied to a wound Can be "impregnated" with petroleum, zinc, or antimicrobials Used for infected or non-infected wounds -Has tendency to adhere to wound bed -Increased infection rate compared to occlusive dressing
Paradoxical Breathing
Abdomen rises, chest is pulled inward during inspiration, and opposite on expiration. Common in tetraplegia.
CN VI
Abducens Motor: Lateral rectus of eyeball Test: Lateral gaze
Muscles innervated by Medial Plantar Nerve
Abductor Hallucis 1st Lumbrical FDB FHB
Toe Abduction
Abductor Hallucis Abductor Digiti Minimi Dorsal interossei (DAB)
Thumb Abduction
Abductor Pollicis Longus/Brevis
Muscles innervated by Lateral Plantar Nerve
Abductor, flexor, opponens digiti minimi 2nd-4th lumbricals Dorsal/Plantar Interossei Quadratus Plantae Adductor Hallucis
Skill
Ability to consistently perform functional tasks with normal posture and balance reactions. Examples: ADLs and community locomotion.
Mobility
Ability to initiate movement through functional ROM
Stability
Ability to maintain position or posture through cocontraction and tonic holding around a joint. Ex: Unsupported sitting.
Controlled Mobility
Ability to move within a weight bearing position or rotate around a long axis. Example: Activities on POE or weight shifting in quadruped.
Hemorrhagic CVA
Abnormal bleeding of brain from rupture. Accumulation of blood causes compression and disrupts oxygen flow to an area of the brain, causing infarction. HTN is a precipitating factor, causing rupture of an aneurysm or arteriovenous malformation. 50% of deaths occurin first 48 hrs. Sxs: Severe headache, vomiting, high BP, abrupt onset of symptoms.
Restrictive Lung Dysfunction (RLD)
Abnormal reduction in lung expansion and pulmonary ventilation caused by abnormal lung parenchyma (atelectasis, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, pulmonary edema), abnormal pleura, (pleural effusion/fibrosis) and disorders affecting pulmonary lung function (neuromuscular diseases, connective tissue disorders) Sxs: Dyspnea on exertion, non-productive cough, increased RR, hypoxemia, vital capacity, abnormal breath sounds, reduced ex tolerance PFT: Impaired VC, FVC, and TLC. Normal RV, decreased ERV and FRC. Tx: depending on etiology.
Keloid Scar
Abnormal scar made up of irregularly distributed collagen bands Red, thick, firm, and raised
Small Intestine Function
Absorbs most nutrients; Main absorption organ of the digestive tract Duodenum: Neutralizes stomach acid Jejunum: Absorbs water, electrolytes, nutrients Ileum: Absorbs bile and intrinsic factors to be recycled
THA Anterolateral Approach and Precautions
Access to hip joint between TFL and glute med. Some hip abductors are released from GT and hip is dislocated anteriorly. Precautions: Hip flexion beyond 90, hip EXT, ER and ADD
CN XI
Accessory Motor: SCM and Trap Test: Resisted Shoulder shrug
Metabolic Acidosis
Accumulation of acids or deficit in bicarbonate results in pH dropping below 7.35. Can be a result of renal failure, lactic acidosis, diabetic/alcoholic ketoacidosis, diarrhea, or poison. Sxs: Compensatory hyperventilation (to blow off excess CO2), vomiting, diarrhea, headache, weakness, hyperkalemia, cardiac arrhythmias. Can lead to coma and death.
Ligaments of Shoulder
Acromioclavicular Coracoacromial forms a roof over humeral head to limit superior translation of humeral head and prevent AC separation Coracoclavicular limits superior clavicle translation(conoid, trapezoid) Coracohumeral limits inferior humeral translation Costoclavicular is the primary supporting ligament for SC joint Glenohumeral (Superior, Middle, Inferior) Transverse Humeral attaches between greater and lesser tubercles of humerus, spanning bicpital groove to maintain tendon of LHB
Enteral Administration of drugs
Administration of drugs using the gastrointestinal tract (rectal, oral, sublingual)
Cushing's Syndrome
Adrenal Hyperfunction. Excessive amounts of cortisol production. Sxs: Moon Face, buffalo hump, hyperglycemia, truncal obesity, acne, hypertension, depression, memory loss
Addison's Disease
Adrenal Hypofunction. Occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough of the hormones cortisol or aldosterone Sxs: Hyperpigmentation, GI pain, nausea, hypotension, weakness, fluid/electrolyte imbalance secondary to aldosterone dysfunction, metabolic dysfunction secondary to cortisol deficiency
Single Axis foot
Allows PF/DF, improved knee stability in weight acceptance, lacks energy return if not paired with dynamic response foot
Ground Reaction AFO
Allows for control at ankle and knee, prevents collapse into flexion during stance phase by restricting DF at ankle -Used for knee buckling during stance phase or crouched gait -SCI, CVA, MS, GB, or other Neuro condition for weak quads -Must have at least 3/5 mmt at quads and hip stability
Wernicke's Aphasia
Also known as "receptive aphasia", unable to "receive" comprehension. Also fluent aphasia, sensory aphasia. Typically caused by MCA stroke with lesion in auditory association cortex of L Lateral Temporal Lobe Reading and auditory comprehension impaired, writing impaired, but muscular ability to speak is not. Will talk in complete sentences that have no meaning with made up words.
Residual Volume (RV)
Amount of air remaining in lungs after max exhalation. Approx 25% of lung volume
Tidal Volume (TV)
Amount of air that moves in and out of the lungs during a normal breath. Approximately 10% of total volume
Venous Return
Amount of blood returned to the R atrium each minute. Must equal CO when averaged over time.
Types of Cartilaginous joints
Amphiarthrosis Hyaline cartilage or fibrocartilage that connects bones. Slightly moveable Synchondroses: Hyaline cartilage completely joins two bones (sternum and true rib articulation) Symphysis: Fibrocartilage connects two bones (pubic symphysis)
Opioid Agents (Narcotics)
Analgesia for severe pain management by stimulatig opioid receptors in CNS to prevent pain signals from reaching destination. Used for severe pain, sedation, managing opioid dependence, relief of severe and persistent cough (codeine) Sides: Mood swings, sedation, confusion, vertigo, dulled cognitive function, orthostatic hypotension Treatment should be scheduled two hours post administration to maximize analgesic benefit. Examples: Morphine, Meperidine, Oxycodone, Fentanyl, Codeine
Ankle Special Tests
Anterior Drawer Test: Positive for excess anterior translation of the talus from the mortise, indicates ATF sprain Lateral Rotation Stress Test (Kleiger Test): With patient seated at end of table w/knees bent, therapist ERs foot. If patient reports pain over ATF or PTF and interosseus membrane, positive for high ankle sprain. If patient reports pain medially and therapist can feel talus shift from medial malleolus, positive for deltoid ligament tear Talar Tilt Test: Patient in sidelying, knee flexed to 90 deg. Therpist stabilizes distal tibia, tilts talus into ABD and ADD. Positive for excess ADD, may be indicative of CCF sprain -Thompson Test: Squeeze gastroc. If no passive PF, achilles tendon may be ruptured -Tibial Torsion Test: Patient in sitting with knees over edge of table. Therapist places thumb and index finger of one hand over medial/lateral malleoli, then measures angle formed by axes of knee and ankle. Normal ER of tibia is 12-18 deg in an adult -True leg length Discrepancy Test: Patient in supine, hips and knees extended. Measure from distal point of ASIS to distal point of medial malleolus. Positive for bilateral variation of greater than 1 cm.
Knee Ligamentous Tests
Anterior Drawer, Lachman, Lateral Pivot Shift -Posterior Drawer, Posterior Sag -Slocum Test: Patient with knee at 90 and hip at 45, foot rotated to provide 30 deg of internal rotation. Therapist sits on patient's foot and provides anterior force to tibia on femur. Positive for movement primarily on lateral side. Indications: Anterolateral laxity. Can also assess anteromedial instability with 15 deg external rotation of tibia -Valgus/Varus stress test
GH Flexion
Anterior deltoid Coracobrachialis Pec Major (clavicular head) Biceps brachii
-Cycline
Antibiotic Tetracycline, doxycycline
Bronchodilators for asthma/COPD
Anticholinergic: Atrovent (Ipratropium), Spiriva (Tiotropium) Sympathomimetics: Ventolin (Albuterol), Primatene mist (Epinephrine), Serevent (Salmeterol) Xanthine Derivative: Theo-Dur (Theophylline), Aminophylline
-Parin
Anticoagulant (blood thinner) Heparin, Warfarin, dalteparin
-zodone
Antidepressant Ex: nefazodone, trazodone, vilazodone
-tadine
Antihistamine Loratadine
-Statin
Antilipidemic to reduce cholesterol Atorvastatin, pravastatin, pitavastatin, simvastatin
-triptan
Antimigraine Sumatriptan
-vir
Antiviral Acyclovir
Coarctation of the aorta
Aorta is narrowed near ductus arteriosus, ranging from mild to severe and may not be detected until adulthood. Usually occurs with PDA, ventricular septal defect, bicuspid aortic valve. Sxs: Severe--SOB, pale skin, sweating soon after birth. Most common sign in adults/older children is high BP in arms, low BP in legs. other sxs are SOB in exercise, intermittent claudication, weakness, headache. Tx: Surgical repair of aorta or balloon angioplasty.
Meniscal Pathology Tests
Apley's Compression Test: Prone with knee at 90, compressive force through tibia with IR and ER. Positive for pain or clicking. Bounce Home Test: Maximal knee flexion in supine, passive knee extension. Positive for rubbery end feel or incomplete extension McMurray Test: Patient in supine, knee fully flexed. Therapist provides IR and EXT, then ER and EXT to knee. Positive for click or crepitus over joint line, may be indicative of posterior meniscal lesion Thessaly Test: One leg stance, 5 deg flexion of knee. Patient rotates femur on tibia 3 times, then repeats with 20 deg knee bend. Positive for joint line discomfort, catching or locking in knee.
RLQ pain
Appendicitis Kidney stone/Ureteral Stone Meckel Diverticulum Cholecystitis Intestinal Obstruction
Topical administration
Application of drug directly to skin or mucous membrane (nasal mucosa). Poorly absorbed, so reserved for localized epithelial disorders.
Transdermal administration
Application of drug in patch form, where it absorbs through the skin and enters systemic circulation. Allows for slow, controlled release of drug into circulation over long period of time. Fentanyl, iontophoresis and phonophoresis
Wet-to-dry Dressings
Application of moistened gauze dressing over necrotic tissue. Dressing is allowed to dry and then removed with any necrotic tissue still adhered. - Used for wounds with mod amounts of exudate and necrotic tissue - Viable tissue can removed as well in the process, so use sparingly - Can cause bleeding and can be very painful
External catheter
Applied over shaft of penis, held in place by padded strap or adhesive tape
Arcuate ligament complex
Arcuate ligament Oblique Popliteal Ligament Lateral Collateral Ligament Popliteus Tendon Lateral Head of gastroc Assists cruciate ligaments in controlling posterolatearl rotatory instability of knee and provides support to posterolateral joint capsule
Cerebrum
Area of the brain responsible for all voluntary activities of the body. Two hemispheres joined by corpus callosum.
Effective Radiating Area (ERA)
Area of transducer that transmits ultrasound energy
Zone of hyperemia
Area surrounding zone of stasis that presents with inflammation but will fully recover without intervention
Mean
Arithmetic average - sum of all values divided by number of values
Coccyx
Articulates with sacrum and consists of four small fused vertebral bodies
Fracture: Response
Assess peripheral pulses and sensation distal to injury to determine extent of injury to nerves/blood vessels Support site with firm object to stabilize Avoid movement
Six Minute Walk Test
Assesses walking endurance and aerobic capacity 100 feet long hallway, floor markers every 3 feet Pt must walk as far as possible for 6 min, and can slow down and rest as necessary. Notes: -Can use AD but must be least restrictive w/out jeaporizing safety -Alerted after each min how much time is left (you have 5 min left) -Accepted verbal encouragement "Keep up the good work" -Therapist should walk a half step behind the patient and not beside or in front
Rhythmic Initiation (RI)
Assists in initiating movement when hypertonia exists. Progresses from passive (let me move you) to active assistive (help me move you) to slightly resistive (move against the resistance). Movements must be slow and rhythmical and allow for full ROM Mobility/Stability
Parametric Statistics
Assumes that samples come from normally distributed populations
Thrombus Ischemic Stroke
Atherosclerotic plaque occludes an artery or branch causing an infarct. Sxs can appear in minutes or over several days. Usually occurs during sleep or waking up after myocardial infarction or surgical procedure.
Joints falling anterior to Line of Gravity
Atlanto-Occipital Joint (cervical extensors and suboccipitals) CT Joint (Thoracic erector spinae) SI joint (TA) Knee joint (Hamstrings, gastroc) Ankle joint (PFs)
Menisci
Attached to proximal surface of tibia and serve to deepen the articular surfaces of the tibia where they articulate with femoral condyles, and function as shock absorbers. Thicker w/ better blood supply on the outside, thinner with less blood supply on inside./
Declarative Learning
Attention, awareness, and reflection to attain knowledge that can be consciously recalled (mental practice)
Myasthenia Gravis
Autoimmune disease resulting in poor nerve transmission at neuromuscular junction. Antibodies block/destroy receptors for ACh uptake, preventing muscle contraction. Sxs: -Dysarthria -Dysphagia -Dysphonia -Diplopia -Daily fluctuations in fatigue -Proximal MSK weakness -Ptosis and facial weakness "Crisis" may include respiratory muscles, requiring vent. -75% of people with MG have thymus abormalities (hyperthyroidism, thyrotoxicosis, thymic tumor, overactive thymic gland) Tx: ACh drug therapy, plaspaheresis, immunosuppressive therapy. PT for pulmonary rehab, preventing secondary osteoporosis. AVOID HOT/COLD, as well as strenuous exercise. No eccentrics. Commonly confused with MS. Differentiate w/ fatigue as day progresses + improvement in strength post rest.
Multiple Sclerosis
Autoimmune disorder that attacks the proteins in the myelin sheath, decreasing efficiency of nerve impulse transmission. Sxs: Initial symptoms--visual problems, sensory changes, clumsiness,weakness, ataxia, balance dysfunction, fatigue. Disease has exacerbation and remissions, with frequency and intensity indicating course of disease process. Tx: Lessen length of exacerbations and maximize health of pt. Regulate activity level, relaxation, energy conservation techniques, normalization of tone, adaptive/assistive device training.
Huntington's Disease
Autosomally dominant condition, characterized by degen and atrophy of basal ganglia ad cerebral cortex, causing neurotransmitters to be deficient and unable to modulate movement. Sxs: Involuntary choreic movements, alteration in personality, grimacing, protrusion of tongue, and ataxia w/choreoathetoid movements. Late stage--mental deterioration, IQ drop, depression, immobility Tx: Maximize endurance, strength, balance, postural control, and functional mobility.
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Avascular necrosis of femoral head -Atraumatic onset, ages 3-12 (SCFE is 12-15) -May have trendelenburg gait -No capsular pattern -Disease lasts 2-5 yrs and pts recover w/consiervative treatment
-olol
Beta Blocker (reduces HR) atenolol, metoprolol, propanolol
Class II Antiarrhythmic Agents
Beta Blockers inhibit sympathetic activity by blocking beta adrenergic receptors. Atenolol (Tenormin)
-terol
Beta antagonist, bronchodilator Albuterol, Formeterol
-Zola
Benzodiazepine Alprazolam, midazolam
-zepam
Benzodiazepine Clonazepam, diazepam, flurazepam
Metoprolol (Lopressor)
Beta blocker for chest pain, HTN, CHF or arrhythmia. Sides: Dizziness, depression, dry mouth
ADA bathroom sink requirements
Between 29 inches and 40 inches from floor to bottom of mirror 17 inch minimum depth under sink to back wall
Mediate Percussion: Hyper-resonant
Between resonant and tympany. Suggests pulmonary emphysema or pneumothorax.
Elbow Flexion
Biceps Brachii Brachialis Brachioradialis
Radioulnar Supination
Biceps Brachii Supinator
Knee Flexion
Biceps Femoris Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus Sartorius
Muscles innervated by Common Peroneal division of Sciatic Nerve
Biceps Femoris (short head)
Musculocutaneous Nerve (FL)
Biceps br. Brachialis Coracobrach. Pronator Quad. Fl. dig. Prof., Fl. Poll. Long
Forefoot Valgus
Big toe down. Pronation of forefoot. Often associated with Pes Planus Can be "Rigid", so bring the ground up to the foot! Add a lateral wedge Can be "Flexible", so assist the foot to the ground! Add a medial wedge
Forefoot Varus
Big toe up. Supination of forefoot Compensated by forcing medial forefoot to ground Can be "Rigid varus", so bring the ground up to the food! Add medial wedge Can be "Flexible varus", so assist the foot the ground! Add lateral wedge
Peabody Developmental Scale
Birth to 72 months (6 years)
Eschar Tissue
Black or brown, thick, hard and leathery necrotic tissue that tends to be firmly adhered to the wound bed
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Blood clot formed in deep veins of lower extremities caused by any condition that impairs normal circulation or clotting. Risk factors: prolonged sitting/bed rest, inherited blood clotting disorders, venous injury or surgery, pregnancy, cancer, birth control, obesity, smoking Sxs: Mostly asymptomatic, but can present with swelling, pain, redness, warmth. Confirmed with Homan's sign. Tx: Prevent blood clot from getting bigger or breaking loose to cause PE. Anticoagulants, thrombolytics. Compression Stockings.
Myocardial Infarction (MI)
Blood flow through one or more coronary arteries is reduced or cut off completely by a plaque or blood clot, or by spasm. This causes irreversible necrosis to the portion of myocardium supplied by the artery. Sxs: Chest discomfort, SOB, discomfort in upper body (arms, shoulder, neck, back), nausea, vomiting, dizziness, sweating, palpitations. Labs: Elevated creatine phosphokinase, aspartate transferase. EKG: Inverted T wave = myocardial ischemia, elevated ST segment = acute infarction, depressed ST segment - pending subendocardial infarction. Treatment: Meds (anticoagulants, thrombolytics, antihypertensives, cholesterol lowering meds), Coronary angioplasty, coronary bypass, lifestyle changes.
Hypoglycemia
Blood glucose less than 70 mg/dL Sweating, shaking, dizziness, clumsiness, headache. May lose consciousness. Counteracted with glucose or carb rich substace (sugar, honey, crackers, juice)
Hyperglycemia
Blood glucose over 180-200 mg/dL. Increased thirst and frequent urination, dyspnea, fruity breath odor, dry mouth, nausea, confusion, LOC.
Hematuria
Blood in urine (cancer, faulty catheterization, serious disease)
A1C Testing
Blood test based on attachment of blood glucose to hemoglobin, measuring patient's glucose level over 2-3 months. Positive if A1C level is 6.5% or higher (normal is below 5.7%)
Serosanguineous Exudate
Light red or pink Thin, water consistency Normal in healthy healing wound through inflammatory and proliferative stages
Secondary Injury (TBI)
Brain damage that occurs as a response to initial injury. Hematoma, hypoxia, ischemia, increased intracranial pressure, post-traumatic epilepsy
Closed TBI
Brain injury without penetration. Concussion, contusion, hematoma, injury to extracranial blood vessels, hypoxia, drug overdose, accel/decel injuries
Central Nervous System
Brain, Brainstem, Spinal Cord
Quadratus femoris
Branches from sacral plexus L4, L5, S1
Gemellus inferior
Branches from sacral plexus L4, L5, S1, S2
Obturator internus
Branches from sacral plexus L4, L5, S1, S2
Quadratus lumborum
Branches of T12, L1 nerves
Contusion
Bruise. Injury caused by blow that does not disrupt skin integrity. Pain, edema, discoloration from blood seepage under skin
Pleural Effusion
Buildup of fluid in pleural space between lungs and chest cavity, due to viral infection, pneumonia, PE, or autoimmune disease (lupus, RA). Excess fluid pushes pleura against lungs, and may cause atelectasis. Fluid may be infected, turning into abscess (empyema) Sxs: SOB. Empyma presents as dry cough, chills, and fever. Tx: Underlying condition. May need chest tube to drain fluid.
Cystocele
Bulging of bladder into vagina
Wrist Contracture/Tightness Tests
Bunnell-Littler Test: Patient holds MCP in slight EXT. Therapist moves PIP into flexion. If PIP does not flex with MCP joint extended, may be tight intrinsic muscles or capsular tightness. If PIP fully flexes with MCP in slight flexion, there may be intrinsic muscle tightness without capsular tightness. -Tight Retinacular Ligament Test: PIP is held in neutral position, therapist attempts to flex DIP. if unable to flex DIP, retinacular ligaments or capsule may be tight. If therapist flexes DIP with PIP in flexion, retinacular ligaments may be tight with normal capsule
Retrocalcaneal Bursa
Bursa between Achilles tendon and calcaneus, acting as a cushion between the tendon and bone.
Dehiscence
Bursting open of a wound closed by primary intention
Respiratory Acidosis
CARBS Confusion Agitation Restlessness Blurred Vision Seizures
Sensory Testing in SCI
C2: Occipital Protuberance C3: Supraclavicular Fossa C4: Top of AC joint C5: Lateral antecubital fossa C6: Thumb C7: Middle Finger C8: Little Finger T1: Medial Antecubital Fossa T2: Apex of axilla T3: 3rd IS space T4: Fourth IS space @ nipple line T5: Fifth IS T6: Sixth IS T7: Seventh IS T8: Eighth IS T9: Ninth IS T10: Umbilicus T11: 11th IS T12: Midpoint of inguinal ligament L1: Half distance between T12 and L2 L2: Midanterior thigh L3: Medial Femoral Condyle L4: Medial Malleolus L5: Dorsum of foot at 3rd MTP joint S1: Lateral heel S2: Popliteal fossa S3: Ischial Tuberosity S4-5: Perianal area
Upper Quarter Reflex Testing
C5: Biceps C6: Brachioradialis C7: Triceps
Muscles tested in SCI
C5: Elbow flexors C6: Wrist Extensors (ECRL and ECRB) C7: Elbow Extensors C8: Finger flexors (FDP) to middle finger T1: Small finger abductors (ADM) L2: Hip Flexors L3: Knee extensors L4: Ankle Dorsiflexors (TA) L5: Long toe extensors (EHL) S1: Ankle PF
General signs and symptoms of Cancer
CAUTION Change in bowel/bladder routine A sore that will not heal Unusual bleeding or discharge Thickening or lump develops Indigestion, or difficulty swallowing Obvious change in wart or mole Nagging cough, hoarseness Other sxs are unexplained weight loss, fatigue, anemia, pain or weakness
Cranial Nerves
CN I: Olfactory (Sensory) CN II: Optic (Sensory) CN III: Oculomotor (Motor) CN IV: Trochlear (Motor) CN V: Trigeminal (Both) CN VI: Abducens (Motor) CN VII: Facial (Both) CN VIII: Vestibulocochlear (Sensory) CN IX: Glossopharyngeal (Both) CN X: Vagus (Both) CN XI: Accessory (Motor) CN XII: Hypoglossal (Motor) OOOTTAFVGVAH "Oh oh oh, to touch and feel" SSMMBMBSBBMM "Some say marry money..."
Gag reflex
CN IX (Glossopharyngeal) and CN X (Vagus) Stimulate back of throat. Gag will occur, may be absent in % of normal population
Corneal "blink" Reflex
CN V (Trigeminal) feels the pain CN VII (Facial) closes the eyelid Ask the patient to look away, stroke the cornea using piece of cotton. Both eyes should blink with contact to one eye.
Baclofen (Kemstro)
CNS-acting muscle relaxant used for muscle spasms. Sides: Drowsiness, dizziness, weakness
-Dipine
Calcium Channel Blocker (nifedipine, amlodipine) Therapeutic Use: Angina, HTN. Dilates blood vessels
Diltiazem (Cardizem)
Calcium Channel blocker for HTN, chest pain, arrhythmia Sides: Dizziness, drowziness, mood changes, SOB, swelling
Indications for Ultrasound
Calcium deposits Chronic inflammation Delayed soft tissue healing Dermal ulcers Joint contracture Muscle spasm Myofascial trigger points Pain plantar warts Scar tissue
Exercise for Lymphedema
Can help improve lymph flow by: -increasing lymph vessel contractions -increasing fluid uptake in initial lymph -Improving muscle pump to stimulate lymph flow Low impact, aerobic activities recommended for onset. Start with trunk exercises, work proximal to distal. Deep breathing eercises to enhance lymphatic flow Wear compression bandages/garments while exercising
Ideomotor Apraxia
Can plan a movement or task, but can't volitionally perform it.
Glomerulus
Capillaries needed for filtration of fluid as blood passes through arterioles of the kidneys
Epithelial Cancers
Carcinomas
Digitalis/Digoxin (Lanoxen/Digox)
Cardiac Glycosides for CHF Sides: Bradycardia, bloody/tarry stools, Halos
Pharmacologic Stress Test
Cardiovascular stress induced by meds when routine stress test is contrindicated or if pt is unable to complete due to injury. Used in combo with MPI and ECG. Agents used: adenosine, dipyridamole, dobutamine
Pulmonary arteries
Carry deoxygenated blood from R ventricle to lungs
Efferent Fibers
Carry motor signals from CNS to effectors
Afferent Fibers
Carry sensory signals from receptors to CNS
Control of Breathing
Central control in brainstem, peripheral receptors in lungs, airways, chest walls and blood vessels. - medulla - CO2 ^ --> medulla --> impulse to diaphragm & chest muscles --> breathing rate ^
Chemoreceptor Reflex
Chemosensitive cells in carotid bodies and aortic body respond to changes in pH status and blood oxygen tension. Acidosis (>50mmHg spO2) causes respiratory center stimulation to increase depth and rate of ventilation Activation of parasympathetic system reduces HR and contractility. Hypoxia stimulates CNS to increase sympathetic activity (epinephrine)
Paradoxical Breathing
Chest contracts with inhalation, and expands during expiration Normal in some infants, pathological in children and adults -Fall, sports injury, car accident, damage to lungs or rib cage -Sleep apnea, upper airway blockage, electrolyte imbalance, diaphragmatic neuro issue.
Angina Pectoris
Chest pain from myocardial ischemia due to inadequate blood flow usually from coronary artery disease. Can be Stable: Predictable level of exertion, exercise, or stress brings it on, responds to stress or nitroglycerin. Unstable: More intense, lasts longer, precipitated by less exertion, occurs spontaneously at rest, is progressive Prinzmetal: Occurs due to coronary artery spasm. Sxs: Pressure, heaviness, fullness, burning, or aching behind sternum or neck, back, jaw, shoulders, arms. Can be associated with breathing issuee, fear, anxiety. Tx: Oxygen, nitroglycerin, rest for acute. Long acting nitrates, beta blockers, and calcium channel blockers for chronic.
RUQ pain
Cholecystitis Hepatitis Duodenal Ulcer Biliary Stones
Plaque Psoriasis
Chronic autoimmune disease of skin from genetics, injury, sunlight (insufficient or excess), stress, alcohol, HIV, smoking. Sxs: Red raised blotches bilaterally. Complications include arthritis, pain, itching, secondary skin infections Tx: Control symptoms, prevent secondary infection. Life long, can only be managed through exacerbations
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Chronic autoimmune inflammatory disease due to genetics, environmental (UV exposure, infection, antibiotics, stress), viral, or hormonal factors. Sxs: Butterfly rash across cheeks and nose, arthralgias, kidney involvement, malaise, seizures
Beta Blocker Agents
Class II antiarrhythmic agents. the -olols Decrease myocardial oxygen demand by increaseing HR and contractility by blocking beta-adrenergic receptors. Used for HTN, angina, arrhythmias, heart failure, migraines. If on these, HR and BP will be diminished, use RPE to monitor exercise intensity. Atenolol (Tenormin), Metoprolol (Lopressor), Inderal (Propanolol)
Calcium Channel Blocker Agents
Class IV antiarrhythmics. Decrease entry of calcium into vascular smooth muscle, decreasing contraction, vasodilation, and oxygen demand of the heart. Used for HTN, angina, arrhythmias, CHF. Norvasc (amlodipine), Procardia (nifedipine), Calan (Verapamil), Cardizem (diltiazem)
Nominal Measurement Scale
Classification scale. Values are mutually exclusive, each person can only be assigned one category like: Race, gender, types of schools, hair colors (e.g., public, private, parochial)
Inherited Metabolic Disorders
Classified by particular building block that is affected. -Enzyme deficiency leads to accumulation of substrate and deficiency in the product of the enzyme Diagnosis: Amniocentesis in utero, or chorionic villus sampling -Phenylketonuria -Tay-Sachs disease -Mitochondrial disorders -Wilson's Disease Must have awareness of dietary restrictions
Glenohumeral Instability Condition: Etiology: S/Sx: Testing: Tx:
Condition: Excessive translation of humeral head during active rotation. Can include Subluxation (joint laxity where more than 50% of humeral head translates over glenoid rim w/out dislocation) or Dislocation (complete separation of articular surfaces of glenoid and humeral head). 85% of dislocations detach glenoid labrum (Bankart lesion) Etiology: Most common is anterior dislocation associated with excessive ER and ABD S/Sx: Subluxation--popping in and out of place), pain, paresthesias, dead arm feeling, positive apprehension test. Dislocation: Severe pain, paresthesias, limited ROM, Shoulder fullness, shoulder supported by contralateral limb Tx: Immobilization, ROM, isometric strengthening, PRE.
Lateral Epidondylitis Condition: Etiology: S/Sx: Testing: Tx:
Condition: Inflammation of common extensor muscles at origin on lateral epicondyle of humerus. Etiology: Eccentric loading of the wrist extensor muscles (usually ECRB). Poor mechanics, tennis racquet with handle that is too small or strings with too much tension. Common in racquet sports and throwing sports. S/Sx: Pain anterior or distal at lateral epicondyle. Pain worsens with repetition and resisted EXT. Tx: Strength, flexibility and endurance of wrist extensors. Epicondylitis strap can reduce tension on epicondyle.
Plantar Fasciitis Condition: Etiology: S/Sx: Testing: Tx:
Condition: Inflammation of plantar fascia at the proximal insertion on medial tubercle of calcaneus. Excessive tension over time creates chronic inflammation and microtears at proximal insertion of plantar fascia Etiology: Acute injury from excessive loading of foot or chronic irritation from excessive pronation or prolonged duration of pronation. Most common in patients 40-60 years old. S/Sx: Tenderness at insertion of plantar fascia on medial calcaneal tubercle, heel spur, pain in morning or after periods of prolonged inactivity, difficulty with prolonged standing, pain when walking barefoot. Tx: Heel cup, tennis ball/rolling pin massage, medial longitudinal arch taping, achilles stretching, soft soled footwear, orthotics to minimize hyperpronation
Scoliosis Condition: Etiology: S/Sx: Testing: Tx:
Condition: Lateral curvature of the spine, classified as functional (LL discrep, muscle imbalance, posture), neuromuscular (developmental pathology such as CP or Marfan) or degenerative (normal aging process, facilitated by disk herniation, bone demineralization, osteophyte formation). Neuromuscular and Degenerative scoliosis are structural rather than functional Etiology: Typically idiopathic S/Sx: Shoulder level asymmetry w/ or w/out rib hump. Pain not typically associated with spinal curvature, usually a result of abnormal forces on other tissues from curvature. Tx: Orthosis warranted at 25-40 degrees, surgery required over 40 deg. Mild curve = 10 deg or less. Less than 20 deg is usually asymptomatic.
Congenital Limb Deficiencies Condition: Etiology: S/Sx: Tx:
Condition: Longitudinal (reduction/absence of elements within long axis of bone) or transverse (developed to a level beyond which no skeletal elements exist) Etiology: Poor blood supply, infection, drug exposure in utero, genetic. S/Sx: Limb abnormality Tx: Symmetrical movements, strengthening, weight bearing activities, prosthetic training when appropriate
Congenital Hip Dysplasia Condition: Etiology: S/Sx: Testing: Tx:
Condition: Malalignment of femoral head within acetabulum, develops during last trimester in utero Etiology: Malposition in utero S/Sx: Asymmetric hip ABD with tightness and femoral shortening of involved side. Testing: Ortolani's, Barlow's, diagnostic ultrasound Tx: Harness, bracing, splinting, traction. Open reduction with application of cast required if conservative treatment fails.
Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA) Condition: Etiology: S/Sx: Testing: Tx:
Condition: Most common chronic rheumatic disease in children. Can be Systemic, Polyarticular, or Oligoarticular. Etiology: Virus, infection, or trauma triggers an autoimmune response producing JRA in a child with a genetic predisposition S/Sx: --Systemic: 10-20% of cases. Acute onset, fevers, rashes, enlargement of spleen/liver, inflammation of lungs and heart. --Polyarticular: 30-40% of cases. High female incidence, significant rheumatic factor, arthritis in more than 4 joints with symmetrical joint involvement --Oligoarticular: 40-60% of cases. Affects less than 5 joints with asymmetrical joint involvement. Testing: Tx: Pharmacological management (NSAIDs, corticosteroids, antirheumatics, immunosuppressives). PROM, AROM, positioning, splinting, pain management. Surgery may be indicated secondary to contractures or irreversible joint destruction NOTE: In gait-- -Decreased cadence -Decreased PF at toe off -Decreased Hip EXT at terminal stance -Increased anterior pelvic tilt
Patellofemoral Syndrome Condition: Etiology: S/Sx: Testing: Tx:
Condition: Pain or discomfort at anterior knee, also called chondromalacia patella (softening of articular cartilage of patella) Etiology: Repetitive overuse disorder from increased force at PF joint (deceased quad strength, decreased LE flexibility, increased tibial torsion, femoral anteversion. Females, individuals in a growth spurt, runners who increase mileage recently, and overweight individuals more at risk S/Sx: Anterior knee pain, pain with prolonged sitting, pain with ascending/descending stairs, swelling, crepitus. Testing: Tx: Depends on contributing factors. LE flexibility, patellar taping, quad strengthening.
Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA)
Condition: Removal of hip joint surfaces (femoral head and acetabulum) and replacement by implants. Can utilize anterolateral, direct lateral, or posterolateral approach. Indications: OA, RA, Osteomyelitis, Avascular Necrosis Fixation can be cemented (allows WBAT immediately) or cementless (relies on bone growth, may be PWB or NWB initially, more for young active individuals). Average lifespan of implant is 15-20 years. Complications: DVT, infection, PE, femoral fractures, dislocation.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Condition: Etiology: S/Sx: Testing: Tx:
Condition: Systemic autoimmune disorder that presents as a chronic inflammatory reaction in synovial tissues of a joint with periods of exacerbation and remission. Etiology: Unknown. Women affected more than men, most common age of onset is 40-60 years old. S/Sx: Symmetrical joint involvement. Tenderness, warmth, morning stiffness, decreased appetite, fatigue, Swan neck (DIP flexion, PIP ext) or Boutonniere (DIP ext, PIP flexion), low grade fever Testing: Diagnosed based on presentation of involved joints, presence of blood rheumatoid factor, and radiography. Tx: DMARDs can slow progression of joint destruction/deformity. PROM, AROM, Joint protection, body mechanics, education.
Rotator Cuff Tear Condition: Etiology: S/Sx: Testing: Tx:
Condition: Tear in Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor, or Subscapularis muscle due to acute trauma or chronic degenerative pathology. Can be partial-thickness (portion of tendon) to full-thickness, and can range from small (1cm or less) to large (5 cm or greater) Etiology: Impaired blood supply to tendon resulting in degeneration (particularly in patients over 50), repetitive microtrauma, macrotrauma, postural abnormalities. S/Sx: Arm in IR and ADD, tenderness at GT and acromion, limitation in flexion, ABD with upper trap recruitment, increased tone Tx: Prevent Adhesive Capulitis. Surgery can be arthroscopic, mini open or traditional open approach. Immobilization with sling, with 4-6 wks required for large tears. PROM-->AAROM-->AROM+RROM. Return to dynamic overhead motionin 9-12 months
Biaxial joints
Condyloid: MCP joint of finger Saddle: CMC of thumb
Milroy's Disease
Congenital Lymphedema that presents in infancy. Bilateral LE edema is most common symptom
Atrial Septal Defect
Congenital defect in wall dividing R and L atria, foramen ovale does not close at birth, causing blood to shunt from L to R atrium or R to L in severe cases. Sxs: Small/moderate defects have no sxs or appear after 30. Large defects cause heart murmur, SOB, fatigue, LE and abdomen swelling, heart palpitations, lung infections, stroke, cyanosisof skin. Tx: Surgical closure if defect is large.
Spina Bifida
Congenital defect occurring in early pregnancy due to insufficient closure of neural tube by day 28 of gestation. Occurs in spine and affects CNS, MSK, and urinary systems. Classified as: Occulta: Non-fusion of spinous processes of vertebrae, with intact spinal cord and meninges. No associated disability Cystica: Cyst-like protrusion through non-fused vertebrae, resulting in impairment. Can be meningocele (herniation of meninges/CSF into sac that protrudes through defect) or myelomeningocele (severe, with spinal cord extending through defect in vertebrae. Cyst may/may not be covered by skin. Sxs: Motor loss below level of deficit, sensory deficits, hydrocephalus, Arnold-Chiari Type II malformation, osteoporosis, clubfoot, scoliosis, tethered cord syndrome, latex allergy, bowel/bladder dysfunction, learning disabilities PEAT NOTE: Hydrocephalus occurs in 25% or more of children with myelomeningocele, additional 60% post closure. Most will require a shunt.
Thoraculumbar fascia
Connected to spinous processes of lumbar vertebrae, PSIS, and iliac crest. Three layers separate lumbar muscles into compartments and provide spinal stability, transmit forces, resist lumbar flexion, and provide muscular attachment site.
Posterior Sacroiliac ligament
Connects PSIS to 3rd and 4th sacral segments. Strong, with fibers running in multiple directions and combining with sacrotuberous ligament fibers. Limits all sacral motions, especially posterior sacral rotation
Anterior sacroiliac ligament
Connects anterior ilium to anterior sacrum. Considered the weakest sacroiliac ligament.
Ligamentum Flavum
Connects lamina of adjacent vertebrae and limits flexion and rotation of spine
Cerebellum
Control of finely coordinated movements. Coordination center, voluntary movement and balance. "Small brain." Rapid alternating movements. Damage to one side of cerebellum will produce ipsilateral impairment. Lesions produce ataxia, nystagmus, tremors, hypermetria, poor coordination, and deficits in postural reflexes.
Autogenic Drainage
Controlled breathing to remove secretions without using postural drainage positions or coughing. Can be performed anywhere. Sitting upright in chair w/ back support 1. Unsticking Phase: Slow breath in through nose, 2-3 sec hold, exhale down to ERV. 2. Collecting Phase: Breathe at tidal, interspersed with 2-3 sec holds 3. Evacuating Phase: Deep inspiration from low-mid IRV, breath hold followed by huff
Right Cerebral Hemisphere
Controls left body, Creative, Visual, facial recognition, visual, and musical traits, nonverbal communication, negative emotions, and concept comprehension
Directed Cough and Huffing
Cough compensates for physical limitations to elicit max exhalation. Huffing is forved expiratory maneuver with glottis open, similar to fogging glasses. Lower potential for airway collapse. "Ha ha ha"
Radial Gutter Splint
Covers Radial side of forearm and second/third digits. Immobilizes metacarpals and phalanges, used following fractures.
Extensor Retinaculum
Crosses dorsal aspect of wrist and covers extensor tendons. Prevents "bowstringing" with wrist extension
Flexor Retinaculum
Crosses palmar aspect of wrist, covering flexor tendons. Prevents flexor tendons from "bowstringing" with wrist flexion. Attachment site for thenar/hypothenar muscles
Ulnar nerve injury can be caused by
Cubital tunnel compression, tunnel of Guyon entrapment
Bones of the foot
Cuboid is lateral Navicular is medial 1st cuneiform is medial
Mucolytic Agents
Decrease viscosity of mucus secretions by altering composition and consistency, making them easier to secrete. Administered with a nebulizer. Perform airway clearance within one hour after drug admin. Pulmozyme (Dornase Alpha), Mucosil or Mucomyst (Acetylcysteine)
Valvular Heart Disease
Damage to heart valve resulting in regurgitation (insufficiency), where blood leaks backward through damaged valve, or or stenosis of blood flow where valves do not open wide enough to allow adequate blood flow through the valve. Caused by congenital defects, calcific degeneration, MI, rheumatic fever. Sxs: Palpitations, SOB, chest pain, coughing, ankle swelling, fatigue Tx: Moderate cases require digitalis, diuretics, antiplatelet/anticoagulants, beta blockers, calcium channel blockers.
Necrotic Tissue
Dead tissue from localized enzymatic changes associated with cell death. -Eschar -Gangrene -Hyperkeratosis -Slough
Orthostatic Hypotension
Decrease in blood pressure related to positional or postural changes from lying to sitting or standing positions. In SCI patients loss of sympathetic control of vasoconstriction in combo with absent muscle tone. Decrease of systolic 20mmHg after moving from lying to sitting or decrase in diastolic BP greater than 10 mmHg. Sxs: Complaints of dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, blacking out when going from horizontal to vertical. Tx: Elastic stockings/ace wraps to LE, Gradual progression to vertical position.
Osteoporosis
Decrease in trabecular and cortical bone mass leading to increased risk of fracture. Can be idiopathic, post-menopausal, or involutional (senile) osteoporosis. Declining osteoblast function coupled with loss of calcium and bone salts will cause bones to be brittle Sxs: Compression and other bone fractures, low thoracic/lumbar pain, loss of lumbar lordosis, kyphotic deformity, decrease in height, dowager's hump, postural changes Tx: Vitamin and pharmacological intervention
Nitrate Agents
Decrease ischemia by relaxing smooth muscle and dilating peripheral vessels. Used for angina pectoris. Administer sublingually. Nitroglycerin (Nitrostat), Isordil (Isosorbide dinitrate), Amyl nitrate solution for inhalation
Obstructive Ventilatory Impairment
Decreased expiratory flows. Primary indicator is PEV1/FVC less than 70%. Asthma, Emphysema, Chronic Bronchitis 100%: Possible normal 70%: Mild Obstruction 60%: Moderate Obstruction 50%: Moderate to severe Obstruction Less than 50%: Severe Obstruction
Hypothyroidism
Decreased thyroid hormon secretion, slowing metabolic processes in the body. Hashimoto's or underdeveloped thyroid gland. Sxs: Fatigue, weight gain, decreased HR, constipation, slowed growth PT implications: Risk of rhabdomyolsysis
Hypopituitarism
Decreased/absent secretion from anterior pituitary gland, causing dwarfism, delayed growth/puberty, diabetes insipidus. Often caused by pituitary adenoma (usually benign tumor) or a pituitary infarction
Extensor digitorum longus
Deep peroneal nerve L4, L5, S1
Extensor hallucis longus
Deep peroneal nerve L4, L5, S1
Peroneus tertius
Deep peroneal nerve L4, L5, S1
Tibialis anterior
Deep peroneal nerve L4, L5, S1
Extensor digitorum brevis (incl. extensor hallucis brevis)
Deep peroneal nerve L5, S1
1 MHz Ultrasound
Deep regions -Capsule -Deep muscle -Arthritis in larger joints
Growth Factors
Derived from naturally occurring protein factors to stimulate specific cells in a topical wound healing application. Increases growth rate of new tissues, promotes cell division.
Wallerian Degeneration
Degeneration of a nerve distal to injury
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
Degenerative disease producing UMN and LMN impairments, no sensory deficits. Loss of anterior horn cells in spinal cord and motor nuclei in lower brainstem causes weakness and atrophy. Corticospinal and corticobulbar tracts demyelinate, causing UMN deficits. LMN Sxs: Asymmetric msk weakness (distal to prox), fasciculations, cramping, and atrophy of hands UMN Sxs: Lack of coordination, spasticity, clonus, Positive Babinski Global Sxs: Fatigue, oral motor impairment, motor paralysis, respiratory paralysis Tx: Riluzole/Rilutek
Variance
Degree of difference in a data set. As it increases, power decreases.
1st Degree AV Block
Delayed contraction of ventricles caused by impaired AV node. Can be normal in athletes. prolonged PR interval, but constant beat to beat. No symptoms. Benign if no symptoms.
Pulmonary Veins
Deliver oxygen rich blood from lungs to L atrium
EMG positive sharp wave
Denerved muscle disorders at rest (primary muscle disease like muscular dystrophy)
Class IV Antiarrhythmics
Depress depolarization to slow conduction through AV node. Diltiazem (Cardizem)
T3-T-12 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: -T3-6: upper thorax -T5-7: Costal margin -T8-T12: Abdomen and lumbar region Muscles innervated: None Reflexes (if any): None Paresthesias: None
C6 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Anterior arm, radial side of hand to thumb and index finger Muscles innervated: Biceps, supinator, wrist extensors Reflexes (if any): Biceps, brachioradialis Paresthesias: Thumb and index finger
L1 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Back, over trochanter and groin Muscles innervated: None Reflexes (if any): None Paresthesias: Groin
L3 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Back, upper buttock, anterior thigh/knee, medial lower leg Muscles innervated: Psoas, quads, thighs Reflexes (if any): Knee jerk, prone knebend positive, pain on full SLR Paresthesias: Medial knee, anterior lower leg
L5 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Buttock, posterior/lateral thigh, lateral aspect of leg, dorsum of foot, medial half of sole, first, second, and third toes Muscles innervated: Extensor hallucis, peroneals, glute med, DFs Reflexes (if any): SLR limited one side, neck flexion painful Paresthesias:
S2 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Buttock, thigh, posterior leg Muscles innervated: Same as S1 +peroneals Reflexes (if any): Achilles Paresthesias: Lateral leg, knee, and heel
C5 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Delt, Anterior arm to base of thumb Muscles innervated: Supraspinatus, infraspinatus, delt, biceps Reflexes (if any): Biceps, brachioradialis Paresthesias: None
L2 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Front of thigh and knee Muscles innervated: Psoas, hip adductors Reflexes (if any): None Paresthesias: Anterior thigh
S3 dermatome
Dermatome: Groin, medial thigh to knee
S1 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Lateral and plantar aspect of foot Muscles innervated: Calf and hamstrings, glute wasting, PFs Reflexes (if any): Achilles reflex wek or absent Paresthesias:
C7 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Lateral arm/forearm to index, long and ring fingers Muscles innervated: Triceps, wrist flexors Reflexes (if any): Triceps Paresthesias: Index, long, and ring fingers
C8 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Medial arm and forearm to long, ring, and middle fingers Muscles innervated: Ulnar deviators, thumb EXT, thumb adductors Reflexes (if any): None Paresthesias: Little finger
L4 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Medial buttock, lateral thigh, medial leg, dorsum of foot, big toe Muscles innervated: Tibialis anterior, extensor hallucis Reflexes (if any): Weak or absent knee jerk, SLR limited, side flexion limited Paresthesias: Medial aspect of calf and ankle
T1 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Medial side of forearm to base of little finger Muscles innervated: Finger abductors Reflexes (if any): None Paresthesias: None
T2 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Medial upper arm to medial elbow, pec and midscap areas
C3 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Neck, posterior cheek, temporal area, mandible Muscles innervated: Trap, Splenius capitis Reflexes (if any): None Paresthesias: Cheek, side of neck
S4 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Perineum, genitals, lower sacrum Muscles innervated: Bladder, rectum Reflexes (if any): None Paresthesias: Saddle area, genitals, anus, impotence, posterior herniation
C4 Dermatome: Muscles innervated: Reflexes (if any): Paresthesias:
Dermatome: Shoulder, clavicle, upper scap Muscles innervated: Trap, Levator Scap Reflexes (if any): None Paresthesias: Clavicle and upper scap
Desiccated
Dried up or dehydrated wound from dressing selection that does not control for evaporation of wound bed moisture
Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction
Diagnosis: Injury or derangement of TMJ, intra-articular disks, or supporting structures. Over time meniscus of TMJ becomes compressed and torn, allowing ball and socket of joint to deteriorate w/ bone on bone grinding. Risk factors: Chewing on one side of mouth, eating tough food, clenching/grinding teeth, nail biting. Symptoms: Unilateral or bilateral pain, muscle spasm, abnormal/limited jaw motion, headache, tinnitus. May complain of clicking or popping.
Transtibial Amputation due to Arteriosclerosis Obliterans (PAD)
Diagnosis: Peripheral vascular disease that produces thickening, hardening, and narrowing/occlusion of arteries. Results in ischemia and ulceration of affected tissues, leading to necrosis, gangrene, and amputation. Clinical Presentation: Intermittent claudication producing cramps and pain in gastroc/soleus, decreased pulse, ischemia, pallor, and decreased temperature. Ankle Brachial Index, Segmental Limb Pressure, Pulse volume recordings
Single Axis Knee Prosthetic
Difficult to reciprocate during gait, may or may not have knee EXT assist or weight activated stance control. Has a constant friction mechanism.
Polyneuropathy
Diffuse Nerve dysfunction, symmetrical and secondary to pathology, not trauma. Sensory impairments in stocking glove distribution, motor weakness/atrophy, weaker distally than proximally. Associated with Guillain-Barre, peripheral neuropathy, neurotoxic drugs, and HIV
Conduction
Direct contact between two materials at different temps--high heat transfers to low heat. Ex: Hot pack, cold pack
Open TBI
Direct penetration through skull to brain (gunshot wound, knife, sharp object, skull fragments)
Laceration: Response
Direct pressure over site until bleeding ceases. If arterial bleeding, intermittent pressure to artery just proximal to site of injury Excessive blood flow = elevate above heart, sparingly use a tourniquet. Call EMS if blood is spurting or does not stop after 10 min of steady pressure
Radiation
Direct transfer of heat from radiation energy source. Ex: Laser, UV light, infrared lamp
Bronchoscopy
Direct visualization of bronchial tree for diagnostic purposes using a fiber optic video camera. Can identify tumors, bronchitis, foreign bodies, and bleeding. Can remove specimens for biopsy.
Dichotomous Data
Discrete data limited to only two values Example: Male and female, smoker and non-smoker
Methotrexate (Folex/Trexall)
Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drug (DMARD). for cancer, auto-immune conditions Sides: Mouth sores, anemia, bloody or tarry stools
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Disruption or erosion in GI mucosa due to imbalance between protective mechanisms of stomach and secretion of acids in stomach. Causes include H pylori, chronic NSAId use, stress, alcohol, some meds and food, smoking Sxs: Dependent on location and severity. Can include epigastric pain, burning or heart burn, nausea, vomiting, bleeding, bloody stools, pain in waves that is relieved by eating. Specific to H. Pylori: halitosis, rosacea, and flushing. HR increase or BP decrease may be signs of bleeding Perforated ulcer on posterior wall of stomach may present as back pain! Midthoracic to Right upper quadrant and shoulder may signify blood in peritoneal cavity secondary to perforated ulcer
Overactive Bladder Agents
Ditropan (oxybutynin Chloride) Detrol (Tolterodine Tartrate)
-Thiazide
Diuretic Chlorothiazide, hydrochlorothiazide
Furosemide (Lasix)
Diuretic for swelling (edema), CHF, liver or kidney disease, HTN Sides: Tinnitus, jaundice, severe pain in upper stomach
THA Direct Lateral Approach and Precautions
Divides TFL and vastus lateralis longitudinally to access hip joint, leaves posterior glute med attached to GT. Posterior tissues and capsule are left intact, minimizing dislocation probability, ideal for noncompliant patients. Precautions: Hip flexion beyond 90, EXT, ER, ADD
Steroid Hormones (prostaglandins)
Do not circulate in blood, just exert effects where they are produced. All cells create prostaglandins from phospholipids of cell membrane Can produce wide variety of effects: inflammation, pain, vasodilation/constriction, nutrient metabolism, blood clotting
Parietal Impairment
Dominant hemisphere (usually left): Agraphia, alexia, agnosia Non-dominant hemisphere: Dressing apraxia, contstructional apraxia, anosognosia (unaware of deficit) Contralateral sensory deficits Impaired language comprehension and impaired taste
Rhomboids major and minor
Dorsal scapular nerve C5
Levator scap
Dorsal scapular nerve C5 and branches of C3 and C4
Superior canal BPPV
Down beat, torsional nystagmus toward affected side. Straight downbeat with no torsion or bidirectional means CNS
Stroke: Response
Drooping or numbness on one side of face. numbness or weakness of one arm, altered vision, headache, dizziness, lack of coordination, confusion, LOC Call EMS immediately, noting time initial sxs appeared. If symptoms go away after a few minutes, insist that patient seeks care for their TIA
Oral Administration
Drugs by mouth. Most common and easiest. Absorption by GI allows for gradual increase in drug lvels throughout the body, but must be lipid soluble so intestines can absorb it. Gastric irritation, metabolism of liver before reaching target tissue are downsides
Moisture and Occlusion
Dry wound bed = slow wound healing, risk for cracks or fissures Excessive moisture = maceration damage or erosion of tissue Occlusion = ability of dressing to transmit moisture between wound bed and atmosphere. Fully occlusive would be impermeable (latex gloves), non-occlusive substance is completely permeable (gauze pad)
Sidelying Bony Prominences (Pressure Injury)
Ears Lateral Acromion Process -Lateral head of humerus -Lateral humeral epicodyle -GT -fibular head -Lateral malleolus -Medial Malleolus
Direct Current
Electric current flowing from Anode (positive) to Cathode (negative electrode) continuously -Polarity is constant 1 mA/sq inch 40-80 mA*min
EMG of normal, relaxed muscle
Electrical silence. Spontaneous potentials are abnormal and ay indicate nerve/muscle damage
Hip Contracture/Tightness Tests
Ely's Test: Patient passively flexes patient's knee in prone. Positive for spontaneous hip flexion, indicative of rectus femoris tightness Ober's Test: Patient sidelying with lower leg flexed. Therapist moves test leg into EXT and ABD, then slowly lowers test leg. Positive for inabilty of test leg to adduct and touch the table. May indicate IT band or TFL contracture Piriformis Test: Patient in sidelying, test leg up, hip flexed and knee bent. Therapist presses down on knee, positive for pain or tightness, may be indicative of piriformis tightness or compression on sciatic caused by piroformis Thomas Test: Patient lies supine, bends one knee to chest. If patient's straight leg rises from table, may be indicative of hip flexion contracture Tripod Sign: Patient sits with knees flexed to 90 over edge of table. Therapist passively exgends one knee. Positive for hamstring tightness of trunk extends. 90/90 SLR: Patient extends knees from 90/90 in supine. Positive if knee remains in 20 deg or more of flexion.
Resisted Progression (RP)
Emphasizes coordinationof proximal components during gait. Resistance applied to pelvis, hips, or extremity during gait cycle to enhance coordination. Skill
Title I of the ADA
Employment. - Prohibits discrim. in all aspects of employment - Reasonable accommodations
Types of Abnormal End Feels
Empty Firm Hard Soft
Hepatitis A
Ends in a vowel, comes from the bowel. Transmission is by close personal contact with someone who has the infection or through fecal-oral route (contaminated water or food source). Flu like symptoms, usually does not progress to chronic disease or liver cirrhosis. Pts recover in 6-10 weeks
Lymphadenomegaly
Enlargement of lymph nodes, commonly occurs secondary to cancer, infections, or allergic reactions
Pleuroscopy
Examination of lung surfaces, pleura, and plural space using a small video camera inserted between ribs into pleura space
Regression Analysis
Examines relationship between between dependent variable and one or more independent variables
Polyuria
Excesive production of urine
Hyperpituitarism
Excess secretion of growth hormone, causing gigantism, acromegaly, hirsutism (excess hair growth), galactorrhea (abnormal lactation), amenorrhea, infertility, or impotence.
Hyperthyroidism
Excess thyroid hormones in bloodstream. Most specific cause is Grave's disease, an autoimmune disorder. Sxs: Increase in nervousness, excess sweating, exophthalmos weight loss, increased BP, myopathy chronic periarthritis, enlarged thyroid gland PT implications: Avoid treatments that exacerbate, avoid hot settings, avoid cardiovascular stress
Trendelenburg Gait Pattern
Excessive lateral trunk flexion and weight shifting over stance leg that indicates gluteus medius weakness
Full-thickness wound
Extends through dermis into deeper structures such as subcutaneous fat. Deeper than 4 mm = full-thickness, healing by secondary intention.
Partial Thickness Wound
Extends through epidermis and possibly into dermis (but not through). Will heal by re-epithelialization or epidermal resurfacing. -Abrasions -Blisters -Skin tears
Subcutaneous Wound
Extends through integumentary tissues and involves subcutaneous fat, muscle, tendon, or bone. Requires healing by secondary intention.
Decerebrate rigidity
Extension of trunk and all four extremities. Result of corticospinal lesion at brainstem level.
Plicae
Extensions of synovial membrane sometimes found in anterior knee, usually medial to patella. Can be source of anterior knee pain.
Wrist Extension
Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis Extensor Carpi Ulnaris
Radial Deviation
Extensor Carpi Radialis Longus/Brevis Extensor Pollicis Longus/Brevis Flexor Carpi Radialis
Ulnar Deviation
Extensor Carpi Ulnaris Flexor Carpi Ulnaris
Toe Extension
Extensor Digitorum Longus and Brevis Extensor Hallucis Longus and Brevis Lumbricals
Thumb Extension
Extensor Pollicis Longus/Brevis Abductor Pollicis Longus
Ankle retinacula
Extensor retinacula is anterior to ankle, contains tendons on extensor musculature and prevents them from "bowstringing" as ankle dorsiflexes. Flexor retinaculum and peroneal retinaculum are also present.
Evoked Potentials
External stimuli (auditory, visual, proprioceptive) are used to evoke electric potentials in brain, and electrodes record the amount of time it takes for the impulse to reach the brain. Rules out MS, brain tumor, acoustic neuroma, SCI
Vestibulospinal tract
Extrapyramidal tract for ipsilateral postural adjustments after head movements, extensor activation and flexor inhibition. Damage to extrapyramidal tracts results in paralysis, hypertonicity, exaggerated DTRs, and clasp-knife reaction
CN VII
Facial Sensory: Taste on anterior tongue Motor: Facial muscles, lacrimal and sublingual glands Test: Facial expressions, taste Common Pathologies: ALS, Bell's Palsy, GB
Thrombolytic Agents
Facilitate clot dissolution through conversion of plasminogen to plasmin, which breaksdown clots and allows occluded vessels to reopen. Used for acute MI, PE, ischemic stroke, arterial/venous thrombosis Kinlytic (urokinase), Activase (Alteplase)
Heart Transplant
Failing, diseased heart is replaced with healthy, donor heart. Reserved for patients with end-stage heart failure that fail other more conservative measures. (cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, valvular disease, congenital heart disease)
Closed system model
MULTIPLE feedback loops Nervous system actively initates movement (doesnt react to stimuli)
Vastus medialis
Femoral nerve L2-L4
Peroneal nerve injury can be caused by
Femur, tibia, or fibular fracture, positioning during surgical procedures
Interosseus Membrane
Fibrous connective tissue that runs obliquely from radius to ulna. -Spans from proximal to distal radioulnar joint and serves as a stabilizer against axial forces to wrist
Arcade of Frohse
Fibrous ridge at the proximal aspect of the supinator muscle that may compress the radial nerve. Near the radiocapitellar joint, the radial nerve branches into the deep, motor, posterior interosseous nerve and the superficial sensory branch. It is the deep branch that passes beneath the arcade of Frohse which is the most common site of compression of the radial nerve
Kidneys
Filter water, salt, and metabolic waste from blood through urine excretion Contributes to homeostasis--acid/base balance, regulation of electrolytes, blood volume control, BP control via hormone
Hemodialysis
Filters waste products from patient's blood due to Renal Disease robbing kidneys of that ability -Exercise is best on non-dialysis days -RPE is best measure, stay between 9-13 -Weight/pressure should never be placed on ateriovenous fistula arm -BP should never be taken in the arm with arteriovenous fistula -LE exercises can be performed in 1st 1/2 of dialysis but nothing last 1/2. NO EX immediately post dialysis
Autonomous Stage of Motor Learning
Final stage of learning, little need for cognitive control. Can perform task with interference from variable environment. Automatic response, error-free, can multi-task. Internal feedback dominant.
Hydraulic Microprocessor for Foot
Finer control over stability/mobility, improved shock absorption, non appropriate for all environments.
T1 Resistive Test
Finger Adduction
De Quervain's Tenosynovitis Test
Finkelstein Test: Patient makes fist with thumb tucked inside fingers, therapist ulnarly deviates wrist. Positive for pain over AbPL and EPB at wrist, indicative of tenosynovitis in thumb
Types of Normal End Feels
Firm (Stretch): ankle DF, finger EXT, Hip IR, Forearm supination Hard (bone to bone): Elbow EXT Soft (tissue approximation): Elbow/Knee flexion
Piriformis
First and second sacral nerves S1, S2
S1
First heart sound, closure of atrioventricular valves at onset of ventricular systole High frequency sound, low pitch and longer duration than S2 "Lub"
Uncovertebral joints
Formed betweenn lateral projections on adjacent vertebrae between C3 and T1. Guide motio in sagittal plane and limit motion in other two planes
Intervertebral disks
Formed by Annulus Fibrosis (dense layer of collagen fibers and fibrocartilage that firmly attaches to adjacent vertebrae to provide tensile strength during movement) and the Nucleus Pulposus (Gelatinous mass in center of disc that provides shock absorption)
Talocrural Joint Motions: -Loose-packed position -Close-Packed Position -Capsular Pattern
Formed by articulations of distal tibia, talus, and fibula. Stable in DF, more mobile in PF. Motions: Dorsiflexion, plantarflexion -Loose-packed position: 10 deg PF, midway between max INV and EV -Close-Packed Position: Max DF -Capsular Pattern: PF, DF Mobilization: Anterior for PF Posterior for DF
Knee Ankle Foot Orthosis (KAFO)
For patients with more extensive paralysis or limb deformity -knee control provides medial-lateral hyperextension restriction while allowing flexion
Planar posterior headrest
For reclining or tilt in space frame, or PT tends to maintain hyper EXT head/neck position in upright
Afterload
Force that impedes blood flow out of heart
No toe off
Forefoot/toe pain Weak PF Weak toe flexors Insufficient PF ROM
Deep Vein Thrombosis
Formation of blood clot that becomes dislodged (embolus). Patients w/ SCI are at greater risk of developing DVT due to decrease in normal pumping action from muscular contraction in LE. Homan's Sign to confirm presence of DVT. Prevention should include anticoagulants, positioning schedule, ROM, and elastic stockings. S/Sx: Swelling, pain, sensitivity over area of clot, warmth in area. Tx: Bed rest and anticoagulants. Avoid active or passive movement to avoid dislodging clot.
Lumbar Plexus
Formed by nerve roots of T12-L4, innvervates anterior and medial muscles of the theigh and dermatomes of the medial leg and foot. Largest and most important branches of the plexus are the obturator and femoral nerves
Midtarsal joint Motions: -Loose-packed position -Close-Packed Position -Capsular Pattern
Formed by the talocacanealnavicular joint and the calcaneocuboid joint. Motions: Inversion, eversion -Loose-packed position: Midway between extremes of ROM -Close-Packed Position: Supination -Capsular Pattern: DF, PF, add, medial rotation
Subtalar Joint Motions: -Loose-packed position -Close-Packed Position -Capsular Pattern
Formed by three articulations between talus and calcaneus (anterior, middle, posterior). Anterior and middle articulations are formed by two convex facets on the talus and two concave facets on the calcaneus. Posterior articulation is a concave facet on inferior talus and a convex facet on the calcaneus Motions: Inversion, eversion -Loose-packed position: Midway between extremes of ROM -Close-Packed Position: Supination -Capsular Pattern: Limited varus ROm Medial glide increases eversion Lateral glide increases inversion
Spondylolisthesis (Degenerative Spondylolisthesis)
Forward slippage of one vertebra on the vertebra below it. Can be congenital, degenerative, post traumatic, or pathologic. Most common site is L4-5. Over 50 is most common, more common w/ AA and women. Degenerative is caused by arthritis and bone spurs that develop to resist motion when disc cannot. Symptoms: Back pain that is worse with exercise, lifting overhead, standing, getting out of bed or a car, walking up stairs/incline, and positioning in EXT. Will have "step off sign" If L4 is anteriorly displaced relative to L5, it's L5-S1 spondolysthesis. "The level of the slip is one level below the step off deformity) Meyerding scale: Grade 1-5, with Grade 1 at less than 25% and Grade 5 at 100% slippage
Alanine Amino-Transferase (ALT)
Found within liver cells. Damage to liver cells releases this into blood stream. Can be caused by alcoholism, celiac, Cirrhosis, hepatitis, and liver cancer.
S4
Fourth heart sound. Atrial Gallop. Sound of vibration of ventricular wall with ventricular filling and atrial contraction. May be associated with HTN, stenosis, hypertensive heart disease, MI
Nonunion Fracture
Fracture that fails to heal after 9-12 months
Hard End Feel (abnormal)
Fracture, osteoarthritis, osteophyte formation
Abrasion
Friction and shear forces over a rough surface, scraping away at the skin's layers
Stage 3 Pressure Ulcer
Full thickness skin loss, with visible adipose and granulation tissue present, often with visible slough or eschar. Possible undermining and tunneling. Fascia, muscle, ligament, tendon, bone NOT exposed. If slough or eschar obscures tissue loss, it is unstageable.
Onychomycosis
Fungal infection of nail. Happens at manicures or pedicures with unsterile utensils, excess skin moisture, closed toed shoes, ipaired immune response Sxs: Yellow or brown nail discoloration, hyperkeratosis and hypertrophy of nail causing it to partially detach from nailbed Tx: Manual debridement of nail and topical antifungal
Double step
Gait pattern where alternate steps are a different length or different rate
Lumbar/SI Special Tests
Gapping Test: Patient lies supine, therapist applies downward and lateral pressure to ASISs. If pain experienced in SI, glute, or posterior leg, positive for sprain of anterior SI ligaments SI Joint Stress Test: Patient positioned in supine, Therapist applies downward and lateral force to ASIS. Positive for pain in SI or glutes, may indicate SI joint dysfunction -Sitting Flexion Test: Patient sitting with knees flexed to 90 and feet on floor. Hips adducted to allow patient to bend forward, Therapist palpates PSIS and monitors while flexing. Positive if one PSIS moves farther cranially. May indicate articular restriction. -Slump Test: Patient sits at edge of table, moves into lumbar and thoracic flexion. Then extends knee and DFs ankle. If patient can't extend knee without pain, patient can raise head and try again. If symptoms decrease of if patient can bend knee farther, positive for neural tension. -Standing flexion test: Positive for one PSIS moving farther in cranial direction. -Straight leg raise Test: With patient in supine, therapist flexes patient's hip while maintaining knee extension until patient complains of pain or tightness in low back or posterior leg. Therapist lower leg until patient feels no pain. Then therapist dorsiflexes ankle. If symptoms return, postive for neural tension
Plantarflexion
Gastroc Soleus Tibialis Posterior Peroneus Longus/Brevis Plantaris Flexor Hallucis
Hydrogel Dressing
Gel used to regulate fluid exchange and relieve pain during wound healing -Minimally adheres to wounds -Enables autolytic debridement -Moisture retentive -Commonly used on superficial/partial thickness wounds (abrasions, blisters) with minimal drainage
Hydrocolloids
Gel-forming polymers (gelatin, pectin, carboxymethylcellulose) backed by a strong film or adhesive. Dressing does not attach to wound, but attaches to intact surrounding skin and absorbs exudate by swelling into gel-like mass. Used for partial or full thickness wounds -Enables autolytic debridement -Protects from contamination -Can't be used on infected wounds.
Asthenia
Generalized weakness secondary to cerebellar pathology
Down Syndrome
Genetic abnormality, extra 21st chromosome (trisomy 21). Sxs: Intellectual disability, hypotonia, joint hypermobility, flattened nasal bridge, narrow eyelids, feeding impairment, heart disease. Tx: Exercise, fitness, stability, respiratory function
Prader-Willi Syndrome
Genetic condition diagnosed by physical attributes and patterns of behavior. Small hands feet, and sex organs, hypotonia, obesity, constant desire for food. Presents with coordination impairments and intellectual disability.
Oral glucose tolerance test
Glucose testing after two hours post injection of sugary drink. positive for DM if level is 200 mg/Dl or higher (normal is less than 140)
Hip External (Lateral) Rotation
Glute Max Obturator Externus/Internus Piriformus Gemelli Sartorius
Hip Extension
Glute Max and med Semitendinosus/Semimembranosus (medially) Biceps Femoris (laterally)
Backward Trunk lean
Glute avoidance! Flores walk! -Causes: Weak glute, inferior gluteal nerve palsy
Muscles innervated by Superior Gluteal Nerve
Glute med, min TFL
Hip Abduction
Glute med/min Piriformis TFL Obturator internus
Gluteal Nerves (EX)
Gluteals (maj, med, min) Tensor fasciae latae
Drop Arm Test
Grade 3 Supraspinatus tear Pts arm passively abducted to 90, patient is asked to slowly lower arm down to side. Positive if arm drops and pt cannot control it.
Basal Ganglia
Gray matter masses in the white matter of cerebrum: -Caudate -Putamen -Globus Pallidus -Substantia Nigra -Subthalamic Nuclei Responsible for voluntary movement, regulation of autonomic movement, posture, tone, and motor responses.
Prone lumbar traction (Extended position of spine)
Greater separation of anterior structures (disk spaces) Beneficial for posterolateral disk herniations
Supine lumbar traction (Flexed position of spine)
Greater separation of posterior structures (facet joints, intervertebral foramen) Useful for spinal stenosis
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Group of brain disorders characterized by difficulties w/ social interaction, communication, and repetitive behavior. Sxs: Apparent around 2 or 3. Nonpurposeful or absent speech/facial expressions, inability to understand nonverbal, lack of empathy, preoccupation with rituals. Treatment: Multidisciplinary, focusing on improving social comm and decreasing nonpurposeful movts and vocalizations. Sensory integration therapy
Eczema
Group of disorders taht cause chronic skin inflammation due to an immune system abnormality, allergic reaction, or external irritant. Sxs: Red or brown-gray itchy, lichenified skin plaues exacerbated by some topical agents like soaps or lotions. Younger population will experience oozing and crusting. Tx: Topical/oral steroids, oral antibiotics and histamines.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Group of lung diseases that block airflow due to narrowing of bronchial tree (emphysema and chronic bronchitis are main). Disease can progress to alveolar destruction Sxs: Excessive mucus, chronic cough, wheezing, SOB, fatigue Tx: Bronchodilators, inhaled steroids, antibiotics, supplemental oxygen.
Malabsorption Syndrome
Group of pathologies where intestinal absorption and nutrition are inadequate. Occurs secondary to defects in digestion, or inability of intestinal mucosa to absorb nutrients -Celiac -CF -Pancreatic Carcinoma -Pernicious Anemia -AIDS -Crohn's -Addison's Disease Risk for osteoporosis and fractures, and swelling/spasms secondary to electrolyte imbalances and protein depletion.
Normal Sinus Rhythm
HR 60-100 bpm
Vital Response to Exercise
HR and RR increase with workload SBP increase 10 per MET DBP can change +/- 10 UE exercise causes 30-40% less O2 demand than LE at same workload
Tibial Portion of Sciatic Nerve (FL)
Hamstrings (except for the short head of Biceps Fem) Long tendinous portion of Add Magn
Cirrhosis of the Liver
Healthy tissue of liver replaced with scar tissue which blocks blood flow through liver and prevents liver from properly functioning. Etiology: Alcoholism (over a decade), hep C, B, D, certain drugs, infections, toxins, heredity, steatohepatitis, blocked bile ducts. Alcohol blocks normal metabolism of protein fats and carbs. Cirrhosis occurs after >a decade of alcoholism. Hep C causes inflammation - results in cirrhosis after > 2 decades. Sxs: Fatigue, decreased appetite, abdominal pain, spider angiomas, weight loss. Ascites, LE edema, jaundice, gallstones, bleeding, immune system dysfunction, varices.
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Hearing loss caused by damage to inner ear, cochlea, or vestibulocochlear nerve (CN VIII) Ototoxicity, aging, TBI, acoustic neuroma, Meniere's Sxs: Soft sounds are difficult to hear, loud sounds are muffled, high frequency is inaudible
Polycentric Knee Prosthetic
Heavier than single axis, reciprocal gait is more fluid, but may or may not have knee EXT assist or stance control. Has constant friction mechanism.
Wheelchair Seat Height
Heel to popliteal fold Add 2 inches
Shoe modifications
Heel wedge: Prevents hindfoot eversion/inversion, or treat pes planus/cavus Heel Lift: Used for LLD or achilles tendonitis/repair Heel Cushion: Calcaneal spur or Plantar Fasciitis Heel Cup: Provides shock absorption for heel, used for calcaneal spur or PF Metatarsal Bar/Pad: Relieves pressure from met heads by transferring to met shafts, used for metatarsalgia Rocker Bar: Similar to met bar, but assists patients with terminal stance, specifically toe off.
Paget's Disease
Heightened osteoclast activity, causing excess bone formation that lacks true structural integrity. Bone is large but lacks strength. Sxs: MSK pain, bony deformities at skull, clavicle, pelvis, femur, spine, and tibia. Progresses to HA, vertigo, hearing loss, mental deterioration, fatigue, increased CO and heart failure Tx: Biphosphonates to limit bone resorption and improve quality of involved bone.
Brown-Sequard Syndrome
Hemi-section of the cord - ipsilateral (same side) spastic paralysis and loss of position sense - contralateral (opposite side) loss of pain and thermal sense
Lower Extremity Amputations
Hemicorporectomy (Pelvis and both lower extremities) Hemipelvectomy (1/2 of pelvis and LE) Hip Disarticulation Transfemoral Knee Disarticulation Transtibial Syme's: Removal of foot at ankle joint with removal of malleoli) Transverse Tarsal (Chopart): Amputation through talonavicular and calcaneocuboid joints, preserving plantarflexors and sacrifices dorsiflexors, often resulting in equinus contracture Tarsometatarsal (Lisfranc): Removal of metatarsals, preserving DFs and PFs.
Absolute Contraindications to Exercise During pregnancy
Hemodynamically significant heart disease Restrictive Lung disease Incompetent Cervix/Cerclage Multiple gestation at risk for premature labor Persistent 2nd or 3rd trimester bleeding Placenta previa after 26 weeks Premature labor during current pregnancy Ruptured membranes Preeclampsia/pregnancy-induced hypertension
Primary Lymphedema
Hereditary abnormal development of lymphatic system -Absence of lymph vessels, decrease in number or size of lymph vessels, or increased size of lymph vessels making them incompetent -Occurs more frequently in females, typically in LE
Polycythemia
High RBCs causing thick blood and increasing risk of stroke or heart attack
Bowel/Bladder High Tet (C1-C5): Mid Tet (C6): Low Tet (C7-8): Para:
High Tet (C1-C5): Dep Mid Tet (C6): Min Asst male,Mod Asst female for bladder. Mod Asst with equip for bowel Low Tet (C7-8): ModI for male in bed or WC, ModI for female in bed and ModAsst for WC. Bowel: MinAsst to ModI with equip Para: ModI
ROM/Positioning (PROM to trunk, legs, arms, bed positioning) High Tet (C1-C5): Mid Tet (C6): Low Tet (C7-8): Para:
High Tet (C1-C5): Dependent Mid Tet (C6): ModAsst to ModI Low Tet (C7-8): MinAsst to ModI Para: Independent
Dressing (and undressing in bed or WC, upper body/lower body) High Tet (C1-C5): Mid Tet (C6): Low Tet (C7-8): Para:
High Tet (C1-C5): Dependent Mid Tet (C6): ModI for upper in bed or WC, MinAsst with lower in bed. ModAsst with lower undressingin bed Low Tet (C7-8): ModI for upper/lower dressing in bed, MinAsst with lower body dressing/undressing in WC (C7), ModI for (C8) Para: ModI
Transfers (bed, car, toilet, bath, WC) High Tet (C1-C5): Mid Tet (C6): Low Tet (C7-8): Para:
High Tet (C1-C5): Dependent (C1-4), Max w/ sliding board (C5) Mid Tet (C6): Min asst to mod I for slidingboard, dependent with WC>car, dependent w/ floor transfers Low Tet (C7-8): ModI to I with sliding board, ModAsst to ModI with car, Max to mod with floor transfers Para: Independent with level surfaces/car transfers, min asst to independent w/ floor transfers and uprighting WC
Feeding (Drinking, finger and utensil feeding) High Tet (C1-C5): Mid Tet (C6): Low Tet (C7-8): Para:
High Tet (C1-C5): Dependent (C1-4), Min Asst with adaptive equipment (C5) Mid Tet (C6): ModI with adapt equip Low Tet (C7-8): ModI with Adapt equip (C7) Para: Independent
Bed Mobility SCI (rolling, supine/sit, scooting) High Tet (C1-C5): Mid Tet (C6): Low Tet (C7-8): Para:
High Tet (C1-C5): Dependent (C1-4), Mod to max asst (C5). Mid Tet (C6): Min asst to mod independent w/equip Low Tet (C7-8): Independent Para: Independent
Grooming (Face, teeth, hair, makeup, shaving face) High Tet (C1-C5): Mid Tet (C6): Low Tet (C7-8): Para:
High Tet (C1-C5): Dependent (C1-4). Min Asst w/ adaptive equip for all but hair, with Max-mod asst for hair (C5). Mid Tet (C6): Mod I with adapt equip Low Tet (C7-8): Mod I Para: Independent
Wheelchair Mgmt (wheel locks, armrests, safety straps, cushion adjustment) High Tet (C1-C5): Mid Tet (C6): Low Tet (C7-8): Para:
High Tet (C1-C5): Dependent with all Mid Tet (C6): Some asst required Low Tet (C7-8): May require asst with cushion adj and WC maint Para: Independent with all
Weight Shifts (Pressure relief, repositioning) High Tet (C1-C5): Mid Tet (C6): Low Tet (C7-8): Para:
High Tet (C1-C5): ModI with power recline tilt weight shift, dependent with manual recline/tilt/lean weight shift Mid Tet (C6): ModI with power recline weight shift, Min Asst to Mod I with side/side/forward lean weight shift Low Tet (C7-8): ModI with side to side/forward/depression weight shift Para: ModI with depression weight shift
Wheelchair Mobility (Smooth surfaces, up/down ramps/curbs, rough terrain, up/down steps) High Tet (C1-C5): Mid Tet (C6): Low Tet (C7-8): Para:
High Tet (C1-C5): Sup/ to modI with power WC on terrain. ModI with manual on smooth going forward, max Asst to dep with manual in all others (C5) Mid Tet (C6): ModI with terrain, Dep to max Asst up/down curb with pwr, max/mod asst with manual. Mod tomin asst on ramps with manual Low Tet (C7-8): ModI on terrain with power, Dep to Max Asst up/down curb with power, Mod/Min Asst with manual. Min asst on rough terrain. Dep/Max asst up/down steps on manual Para: ModI with curbs in manual WC, ModI with descending steps, Max to Min asst asending steps with WC
Hypertension
High blood pressure. Can be primary (idiopathic) or secondary (identifiable cause, usually renal disease). Elevated: 120-129/80+ Stage 1: 130-139 OR diastolic 80-89 Stage 2: At least 140 Systolic OR at least 90 Diastolic Hypertensive Crisis: 180/120 Sxs: Asymptomatic until complications develop. S4 heart sound is early sign. Severe (DBP 120+) can cause CNS symtpoms, CV symptoms, and renal involvement Tx: Activity, smoking cessation, low sodium diet. Meds: Diuretics, beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, ACE inhibitors, AII receptor blockers, direct vasodilators.
Transfemoral Amputation due to Osteosarcoma
Highly malignant cancer begins in the medullary cavity of a bone (long bones most affected) and leads to formation of a mass. Amputation may be necessary to remove tumor. Clinical Presentation: Pain and swelling, weakness of extremity leading to fracture (may be first sign of osteosarcoma). Early metastases of lungs in 90% of cases. Fatigue, loss of balance, phantom pain, residual limb hypersensitivity, psychological issues Lying in prone position is beneficial to decrease the incidence of a hip flexion contracture
Uniaxial joints
Hinge elbow joint Pivot Atlantoaxial
L1-2 Resistive Test
Hip Flexion
THA Posterolateral Approach and Precautions
Hip joint accessed by splitting glute max in line with muscle fibers. Short ERs are released and hip ABDs retracted anteriorly, and femur is dislocated posteriorly.. This maintains glute med and vastus lateralis. Most common approach but highest dislocation rate. Precautions: Hip flexion beyond 90, ADD, IR
Ventricular Septal Defect
Hole in septum separating R and L ventricles. If hole is too large, too much blood is pumped to lungs, leading to heart failure. Sxs: Large defect can cause cyanosis of skin/lips/fingernails, poor eating, failure to thrive, fast breathing, fatigue, swelling of legs, feet or abdomen, and rapid HR
Pharmacodynamics
How a drug exerts therapeutic effect on the body at a cellular level
Acidic Reaction to Iontophoresis
Hydrochloric acid forming under anode (positive electrode)
Rancho Los Amigos Scale of Cognitive Functioning
I. No response II. Generalized Response (Same response regardless of stimulus) III. Localized Response (Responses directly related to type of stimulus, still inconsistent) IV. Confused-Agitated (Bizarre behavior, uncooperative, incoherent responses) V. Confused-Inappropriate (Can respond to commands, non-purposeful/random/fragmented responses) VI. Confused-Appropriate (Goal-directed behavior dependent on external stimuli. Can follow directions. May respond incorrectly.) VII. Automatic-Appropriate ("Robot-like", minimal to no confusion, but little recall of activities) VIII. Purposeful-Appropriate (Can recall and integrate past and recent events, aware/responsive with learning carryover)
Moro Reflex
If dropped into extension a few inches, baby will splay out with arms and fingers, then cross trunk into adduction and cry. Normal Age: 28 weeks of gestation to 5 months Interferes with balance reactions in sitting, eye-hand coordination
Normal Timing (NT)
Improve coordination in all components of a task. Distal-->proximal sequence, with prox components restricted until distal components activated and initiate movt.
Hold-Relax Active Movement (HRAM)
Improves initiation of muscles at 1/5 or less. Isometric contraction once extremity is placed into shortened ROM. Upon relaxation, moved to lengthened with quick stretch, and patient returns extremity to shortened position with active contraction. Mobility
Akinesia
Inability to initiate movement
Unilateral neglect
Inability to interpret stimuli and events on contralateral side of hemispheric lesion. L sided neglect most common with lesion to R inferior parietal.
Retrograde amnesia
Inability to remember events prior to injury
gastroesohageal reflux disease (GERD)
Incompetent lower esophageal sphincter allows gastric contents to move backward, causing esophageal tissue injury over time. Occurs in 20-30% of adults and some newborns or infants Sxs: Heartburn, belching, chest pain, coughing, esophagitis, hematemesis. If untreated, may develop esophageal strictures, esopaghitis, aspiration pneumonia, asthma, and esophageal adenocarcinoma PT Rehab Considerations: Avoid certain exercises, recumbency will induce symptoms. Head/neck discomfort secondary to perception of lump in throat and subsequent compensation. Tight clothing, exercise, and constipation may precipitate it. Chronic bronchitis, asthma, and pulmonary fibrosis may present with GERD. Have them sleep in left sidelying with pillows elevated (lower esophagus bends to left, so reflux is minimized)
ASIA impairment scale Category B
Incomplete Sensory but NO MOTOR function below the neurological level and includes S4-S5.
Anterior Cord Syndrome
Incomplete lesion from compression and damage to anterior spinal cord. MOI is usually cervical flexion. Usually whiplash Loss of motor function and pain/temp sense due to damage of corticospinal and spinothalamic tracts. Everything but DCML, but no pain or motor. UE more than LE
Gestational diabetes
Increase in insulin resistance and blood glucose levels during pregnancy, usually last trimester. Babies born to women with gestational diabetes have increased levels and are usually big, increasing difficulty of delivery. Baby will have breathing difficulties, jaundice, or hypoglycemia following birth In childhood, will be more likely to have insulin resistance, obesity, behavioral healthy disorders, delays in fine/gross motor skills
Anterior glide of tibia on femur
Increase knee EXT (heel off, terminal stance)
Hydrocephalus
Increase of CSF in ventricles of brain due to poor resorption, obstructed flow, or excessive CSF production. Can be congen, acquired, or idiopathic. Can be caused by spina bifida, choroid plexus neoplasm, cerebral palsy, tumor, meningitis, or encephalocele. Sxs: -Enlarged head or bulging fontanelles in infants -Headache -Vision and behavioral changes -Seizures, altered appetite or vomiting -Downward deviation of eyes ("sun-setting") -Incontinence
Expectorant Agents
Increase respiratory secretions to loosen mucus, and reducing viscosity of secretions. Improves efficiency of cough reflex. Used for cough associated with respiratory tract infections and related (sinusitis, pharyngitis, bronchitis) Mucinex (Guafinesin), Terpin Hydrate
Hypervolemia
Increased blood volume due to increased blood plasma. Caused by excess intake of fluids (IV or blood transfusion) or sodium/fluid retention (heart disease, kidney disease). Sxs: Swelling in legs, Ascites, fluid in lungs
Parkinsonian Gait pattern
Increased forward flexion of trunk and knees, shuffling gait. Festinating may occur.
Hypergranulation
Increased thickness of granular layer of epidermis exceeding the surface height of the skin
C-Reactive Protein
Indication of acute inflammation if over 3 Arthritis, Lupus, rheumatic conditions, vasculitis, meningitis,
Lymphangitis
Infection and inflammation of the lymphatic system pathways
Droplet Precautions
Infectious agent transmission through mucous membranes of nose and mouth, contact with conjunctivae, through coughing, sneezing, laughing, or talking. -Requires close contact (infectious agents don't suspend in air past three feet) -Private room, may sharewith pt that has active infect of same microorganism -3 ft at least between pt and any contact (staff, visitor) -Room door can remain open -Wear a mask when working within 3 feet of patient -Limit transport outside room, pt must wear mask Examples: Bacterial--Haemophilus Influenzae (meningitis, pneumonia, sepsis), Neisseria Meningitidis, diptheria, mycoplasma pneumonia, pertussis, streptococcal A Viral--Adenovirus, influenza, mumps, rubella, Parvovirus B19
Analysis of Variance (ANOVA)
Inferential statistical procedure used to compare two or more populations by analyzing variances
Upper rib Mobilization
Inferior glides Improve Inhalation III Superior glides Improve Exhalation SIE When I do upper rib mobilizations, III SIE
Erosive Gastritis
Inflammation and bleeding of gastric mucosa due to stress, NSAIDs, alcohol, viral infection, or direct trauma. Sxs: Dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, and hematemesis. Pt may be asymptomatic. May progress to gastric ulcer
Prostatitis
Inflammation of prostate gland due to bacterial infection, or back up of prostate secretions in the gland. I. Acute Bacterial II. Chronic Bacterial III. Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome IV. Asymptomatic Inflammatory Prostatitis Sxs: Urgency, frequency, discomfort with urination and pain with ejaculation. -Chronic pelvic pain syndrome--pain in perineum, rectum, prostate, penis, testicles, abdomen. -Asymptomatic inflammatory prostatitis--prostate inflammation in absence of genitourinary tract symptoms
Cholecystitis
Inflammation of the gallbladder, usually associated with cholelithiasis (gallstones). Sxs: Can be asymptomatic, but most common symptom is RUQ pain. If gallstone is lodged in cystic duct, patient can have severe pain that radiates to interscapular region. Tx: Low fat diet to decrease gallbladder stimulation. Lithotripsy if symptomatic to break up stones. Can use laparoscopic cholecystectomy to completely remove gallbladder. Acute cholecystitis resolves in a week.
Pneumonia
Inflammation of the lungs -Bacterial -Fungal -Viral -Aspiration Presents with: -Tachypnea, fever, fatigue, chest discomfort -Tachycardia, dull percussion -Crackles, Ronhchi, Bronchial sounds over consolidation -Dry cough progressing to productive Tx: Antibiotics for bacterial/mycoplasma pneumonia, Antivirals/antifungals PT: Incentive Spirometer, Bronchopulmonary Hygiene
Meningitis
Inflammation of the meninges. Bacterial meningitis is fatal in hours. Sxs: -Fever, headache, vomiting -Complaints of stiff/painful neck -Pain in lumbar area and posterior thigh -Brudzinski's sign: flexion of neck facilitates flexion of hips and knees -Kernig's sign: Pain with hip flexion combined with knee extension -Sensitivity to light Treatment with antibiotics and steroids, lumbar puncture for diagnosis
Hyperbaric Oxygen
Inhalation of 100% oxygen at pressure over 1 atm to reduce edema and hyperoxygenate tissues. Has antibiotic effects and stimulates fibroblast production and collagen synthesis -Used for osteomyelitis, diabetic wounds, thermal burns, radiation necrosis, compromised flaps/grafts -Do not use for active malignancy
Phenylketonuria (PKU), amino acid metabolic disorder
Inherited deficiency in phenylalanine hydroxylase, which normally converts phenylalanine to tyrosine. Excess buildup of phenylalanine leads to brain damage resulting in behavioral and cognitive deficits Sxs: Intellectual disability, hyperactivity, psychoses, abnormal body order, lighter features than family members. Tx: Dietary restriction of phenylalanine (diet drinks, anything with aspartame, breast milk, eggs, chicken, beef, liver, milk.)
Tay-Sachs Disease (Lysosomal storage disorder)
Inherited deficiency of Hexosaminidase A, producing an accumulation of gangliosides (GM2) in the brain, typically in Eastern European (Ashkenazi) Jewish population Sxs: At 6 months of age, child will start to miss developmental milestones and continue to deteriorate in motor and cognitive skills. Patient will develop significant intellectual disability and paralysis, dying by age 5 Tx: No effective treatment. Genetic testing in high risk pops.
Wilson's disease (hepatolenticular degeneration)
Inherited disorder most common in eastern Europeans, Sicilians, and southern Italians that appears in people under 40, usually between 4 and 6 years old. Inherited defect in body's ability to metabolize copper, which accumulates in brain, liver, cornea, and kidney. Sxs: Kayser-Fleischer rings surrounding iris of eye, degenerative changes in basal ganglia, hepatitis, cirrhosis of liver, athetoid movements, ataxic gait patterns, emotional/behavioral changes as copper accumulates. Over time, deformities in msk system, fractures, osteomalacia, contractures Tx: Vitamin B6 and D-Penicillamine, and treatment of hepatic disease
Antithrombotic (Antiplatelet) Agents
Inhibit platelet aggregation and clot formation post MI or a-Fib, and prevent arterial thrombus formation. Aspirin, Plavix (clopidogrel), Persantine (Dipyridamole)
Proton Pump Inhibitors
Inhibit the action of the gastric proton pump, thereby reducing gastric acid production. They usually have the suffix "PRAZOLE". Used for dyspepsia and GERD Nexium (Esomeprazole) Prilosec (Omeprazole) Protonix (Pantoprazole) Prevacid (Lansoprazole) AcipHex (Rabeprazole)
Primary Injury (TBI)
Initial injury to brain sustained by impact (skull penetration, fracture, contusions to gray/white matter) Can be Coup: Direct lesion under point of impact with local brain damage or Contrecoup: Injury on opposite side of impact due to rebound effect of brain after impact
Cognitive Stage of Motor Learning
Initial stage of learning. Conscious processing of information, problem solving. Many errors, inconsistent attempts/performance.
Subcutaneous administration
Injection of a drug directly under the skin into the subcutaneous fat or connective tissue. Useful when slow release is required (insulin). Pts can self-administer
Intramuscular Administration
Injection of drug into skeletal muscle, used to treat local muscular problems (botulinim toxin for spasticity). More rapid absorption than subcutaneous, while still allowing for steady release of drug into systemic circulation. Tend to cause soreness and pain at injection site
Intrathecal
Injection of drugs into a sheath, like subarachnoid space of spinal meninges. Advantageous because it allows for introduction of drugs into CNS without having to pass blood brain barrier.
Intra-arterial administration
Injection of medication into an artery. Difficult to perform, but may be necessary where drug is intended to act at a specific site without affecting other tissues. (chemotherapy)
Intravenous administration
Injection of medication into peripheral vein to enter bloodstream. Drug enters circulation rapidly. 100% bioavailable
Tetraplegia
Injury at cervical spinal cord.
Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC line)
Inserted into peripheral vein and advanced to superior vena cava. Can stay in for weeks and deliver proteins, electrolytes, carbs, vitamins and minerals when pt is unable to use a feeding tube. Used for: -chemo drug admin -Antibiotic therapy -Parenteral Nutrition -Drugs that can't be injected peripherally Pts: -critically ill -Cancer -Require frequent blood draws
Rectal administration
Insertion of suppository into rectum and absorption of drug within rectal cavity. Advantageous for patients that cannot take drugs orally (unconscious, vomiting) Bypasses the liver, but not absorbed as well
Skin Care for Lymphedema
Inspection and cleansed thoroughly each day, with frequent application of moisturizer with low or neutral pH
Heel lift in midstance
Insufficient DF range PF spasticity
Ratio scale
Intervals between values are equal, there is a true zero point ROM (degrees), distance walked (m), time to complete activity(s)
Iontophoresis
Introducing ions into body through the skin using continuous direct current. Positively charged ions are carried into tissue from positive anode, negatively charged ions carried into body from negative cathode. "Active" Electrode carries the ion solution
HALO vest orthosis
Invasive cervical thoracic orthosis that provides full restriction of all cervical motion. Commonly used with spinal injuries to prevent damage during recovery until spine is stable
Urinary Incontinence
Involuntary loss of urine great enough to be problematic for the person, typically when bladder pressure exceeds sphincter resistance. Classified as: Stress Urinary Incontinence Urge Urinary Incontinence Overflow Urinary Incontinence Functional Urinary Incontinence
Tremors
Involuntary, rhythmic, oscillatory movements that are classified into: Resting--Observable at rest, don't disappear w/ rest and increase with stress (pill rolling w/PKsons) Postural--Observable during voluntary contraction to maintain posture. Ex: rapid tremor w/ hypothyroidism, fatigue, or anxiety Intention (kinetic)--Absent at rest, observable with activity and increase as target approaches, indicating lesion of cerebellum. Seen in MS.
Age-appropriate Activities 4 year old
Kicking a rolling ball, catching a small ball, hopping on one foot
LLQ pain
Kidney stone, ureteral stone Intestinal Obstruction Sigmoid Diverticulitis Perforated Colon
Renal Failure
Kidneys experience a decrease in glomerular filtration rate, and fail to adequately filter toxins and waste from blood. Occurs due to DM or HTN, or from poison, trauma, and genetics, damaging nephrons so they cannot filter blood. Can be: Acute Chronic End-stage Sxs: Nausea, vomiting, lethargy, pruritus, GI ulcers, sleep disorder, anemia, PE, seizure, coma
L3-4 Resistive Test
Knee Extension
Insufficient flexion with swing
Knee effusion Quad EXT spasticity PF Spasticity Insufficient flexor ROM
Exaggerated Knee flexion at terminal stance
Knee flexion contracture Hip flexion contracture
Lower Quarter Dermatomal Testing
L2: Anterior Thigh L3: Middle third of anterior thigh L4: Patella and medial malleolus L5: Fibular head and dorsum of foot S1: Lateral and plantar aspect of foot S2: Medial Aspect of posterior thigh S3-S5: Perianal area
Diabetes Insipidus
Large amounts (almost 20 L per day) of urine, excessive thirst. Variety of causes Central: lack of anti-diuretic hormone Nephrogenic: Kidneys don't respond to ADH Dispogenic: Hypothalmic thirst mechanism is damaged from trauma or meds
Dystonia
Larger axial muscle involvement rather than appendicular muscles. Sustained muscle contraction that causes twisting, abnormal postures. Can have sustained agonist/antagonist, repeated contractions of one group, voluntary movements creating involuntary movts, torsion spasms. Common diagnoses: Parkinson's, CP, encephalitis.
Lower Respiratory Tract
Larynx, Trachea, Bronchi, Lungs. Trachia divides at carina into R and L main bronchi.
Lymphedema Stage 0
Latent (pre-clinical) stage No visible edema, but transport capacity of lymph system has been affected
Intervertebral foramina
Lateral openings between adjacent vertebrae for spinal nerves and blood vessels. Increased size with flexion and contralateral side bending, decreased size with extension and ipsilateral sidebending.
Abductor digiti minimi
Lateral plantar nerve S1, S2
Adductor hallucis
Lateral plantar nerve S1, S2
Dorsal interossei
Lateral plantar nerve S1, S2
Plantar interossei
Lateral plantar nerve S1, S2
Quadratus planae
Lateral plantar nerve S1, S2
Flexor digiti minimi brevis
Lateral plantar nerve S2, S3
Scapular Depression
Latissimus Dorsi Pectoralis Major/Minor Lower Trap
Temporal Dysfunction
Learning deficits Wernicke's Aphasia (receptive deficits) Antisocial/aggressive behavior Difficulty with facial recognition, memory loss, inability to categorize
Referred pain from Spleen
Left upper quadrant, Left shoulder MOI: left side impact (usually MVA)
Non-fluent Aphasia
Lesion is typically in frontal lobe of dominant (often left) hemisphere Poor word output, dysprodosic speech (bad rhythm and inflection) Poor articulation, and words are hard to come by. Broca's and Global are examples
Fluent Aphasia
Lesion often in temporal or parietal lobe or Wernicke's area. Speech output is functional, prosody is fine, but speech makes no sense and lacks substance. Use of paraphasias and neologisms (substitutions in a word making it unrecognizable) Wernicke's and Conduction are examples
Upper Motor Neuron Disease
Lesion to cerebral motor cortex, internal capsule, brainstem or spinal cord. Sxs: weakness of involved muscles, hypertonicity, hyperreflexia, mild disuse atrophy, and abnormal reflexes. Damaged tracts are in lateral white column of spinal cord. Examples: -CP -Hydrocephalus -ALS (upper/lower) -CVA -Birth injuries -MS -Huntington's -TBI -Psuedobulbar Palsy -Brain tumors
Antimetabolite Agents (Cancer)
Leustatin (Cladribine), Adrucil (Fluorouracil), Fludara (Fluradabine), Trexall (Methotrexate)
Deltoid ligament
Ligament in ankle formed by: -Anterior tibiotalar ligament, posterior tibiotalar ligament -Tibiocalcaneal ligament -Tibionavicular ligament This ligament resists eversion of the talus
Anterior talofibular ligament
Ligament in ankle that is taut in PF and resists inversion of calcaneus and talus. Also resists anterior translation of talus on tibia.
Calcaneneofibular ligament
Ligament in ankle that resists inversion of talus within midrange of talocrural motion
Posterior talofibular ligament
Ligament in ankle that resists posterior displacement of talus on tibia.
Knee retinaculum (Lateral and medial)
Ligamentous structures that attach to femur, tibia, and menisci. Lateral is stronger than medial, and plays a large role in patellar positioning.
Promoting Aphasics' Communicative Effectiveness (PACE)
Like Charades! Goal is to improve pt convo skills. Pt gets pic prompt and must use diff communication modalities to convey message
ECG Leads
Limb Leads: RA, LA, LL, RL
Posterior Stop
Limits amount of PF, if displays an increase in PF • Used to limit foot slap at heel strike!!
Ligamentum Nuchae
Limits flexion in cervical spine
Posterior Longitudinal Ligament
Limits flexion in spine and reinforces posterior aspect of intervertebral disks
Anterior longitudinal ligament
Limits spinal extension and reinforces anterior portion of intervertebral disks
Evaporation
Liquid absorbs energy and changes into vapor. Ex: Vapocoolant spray
Plasma
Liquid component of blood, contains blood cells and platelets. Accounts for more than half of total blood volume and important in regulating BP and temp
Oxygen Therapy
Liquid or gaseous oxygen for treatment of acute and chronic hypoxemia in pts with PaO2 less than 55 mmHg, or SaO2 less than 88% at rest. Nasal cannula, face mask, partial rebreathing mask, nonrebreathing mask, aerosol face ask, venturi mask, transtracheal catheter
Biceps femoris
Long head: sciatic nerve-- tibial devision S1-S3 Short head: sciatic nerve-- peroneal division L5, S1, S2
Semide
Loop diuretic Furosemide
Posterior Cord Syndrome
Loss of dorsal columns bilaterally, bilateral loss of proprioception, vibration, pressure, stereognosis, 2 point discrimination; preservation of motor function, pain and light touch; very rare!
Stress Urinary Incontinence
Loss of urine due to activities that increase intra-abdominal pressure, such as sneezing, coughing, laughing, running, and jumping.
Functional Urinary Incontinence
Loss of urine due to inability or unwillingness of a person to use the bathroom prior to involuntary bladder release Cause: decreased level of mental awareness or decrease in mobility. Rarely seen without another bladder issue or neuro involvement. Sxs: Impaired cognition or mobility Tx: Modify mobility, clothing, independence with ambulation
Gangrene (Dry)
Loss of vascular supply resulting in local tissue death, usually from DM or atherosclerosis. Fingers, toes, limbs most often affected. May result in auto-amputation. -Infection not present Sxs: Dark brown or black nonviable tissue that eventually becomes hardened mass. Cold or numb skin Tx: Pharmacologic intervention, surgery, hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Beam Nonuniformity Ratio (BNR)
Low BNR = less likely to experience hot spots and discomfort High BNR = need to move transducer more quickly. Between 2:1 to 8:1, but most devices are 5:1 to 6:1
Leukopenia
Low number of WBCs, increasing risk of infection. Less than 4,000 per mL
Thrombocytopenia
Low platelet count increases risk for bruising and abnormal bleeding.
Acute pain E-stim parameters
Low pulse duration (50ish) High Pulse frequency (100-120 pps) Sensory amplitude
Short stretch bandages
Low resting pressure High working pressure Effective when patient is active, used during exercise. Pt must have functional calf muscle and gait patternt o benefit in LE. Not effective on flaccid/inactive limb
Exaggerated Hip Flexion during swing
Lower Extremity flexor synergy Compensation for insufficient ankle dorsiflexion
EMG Fibrillation potentials
Lower motor neuron disease
Teres major
Lower subscap nerve C5, C6
Illiacus
Lumbar nerve and femoral nerve L2-L4
Psoas major and minor
Lumbar nerve and femoral nerve L2-L4
Dynamic insufficiency
Lymph in system exceeds transport capacity, resulting in pitting edema -Most common type of insufficiency
Secondary Lymphedema
Lymphedema caused by disease or injury causing damage to lymph vessels -Trauma, surgery, radiation, tumor growth, chronic venous insufficiency, infection. -Breast cancer surgery and treatment is most common cause in USA (higher risk with axillary lymph node dissection or radiation therapy
Lymphoid cancers
Lymphoma
Lymphedema Stage 3
Lymphostatic Elephantiasis Stage -Extensive, non-pitting edema, significant fibrotic changes to skin, presence of papillomas, deep skinfolds, and hyperkeratosis -Infection is common at this stage -Stemmer's sign remains positive at this stage
Knee Joint Overview Bones, articulations, type of joint
Made up of femur, tibia, and patella, with tibiofemoral and patellofemoral articulations. Hinge joint formed by articulation of tibia and femur
Spinocerebellar Ataxias
Main autosomal dominant ataxias. Many manifestations affecting CNS and PNS, often presenting with neuropathy, pyramidal signs (loss of fine motor, Babinski), ataxia, and RLS
Olecranon bursa
Main bursa of the elbow, located posterior to olecranon process. Most easily injured, and becomes inflamed with direct trauma to elbow due to superficial position
Compression Therapy for Lymphedema
Maintains reduction in edema achieved with MLD, and reduces limb size by improving reabsorptive ability of capillaries and reduces filtration of fluids into interstitium. Can also soften fibrotic tissue, Phase I: Compression bandages, usually short stretch for low resting pressure (not long-stretch, they constrict lymph flow) Phase II: Combo of compression garments in the day and bandages during the night. -Compression garments should only be fitted once edema levels have plateaued. -Bandages/garments should have higher pressure in distal regions (graded compression)
Red blood cells (Erythrocytes)
Make up 40% of blood volume and contain hemoglobin, which gives blood its red color and allows it to bind to oxygen. Normal count: 12-17 gm/dL Low RBCs = Anemia High RBCs = Polycythemia
Congenital Heart Defects
Malformation of interior walls or valves of heart or major arteries/veins near heart that are present at birth, causing blood flow through heart to be slowed, blocked, or misdirected. Atrial Septal Defect Coarctation of the Aorta Patent Ductus Areteriosus Ventricular Septal Defect Tetralogy of Fallot
NCI Stage I
Malignancy limited to tissue of origin with no lymph node involvement or metastasis.
NCI Stage II
Malignancy spreading into adjacent tissues, possible lymph nodes show micrometastases
NCI Stage III
Malignancy spreading to adjacent tissues showing fixation to deep structures. High likelihood of lymph node metastatic involvement
NCI Stage IV
Malignancy that has metastasized beyond the primary site, for example, bone to another organ
Osteogenic Sarcoma
Malignant tumor in epiphyses of long bones. Most common form of bone cancer with peak incidence between ages 10-20
Trendelenburg Gait
Marked lateral lean towards weak LE in midstance to decrease load on ipsilateral hip abductors Causes: -Glute med/min weakness -Same-side hip adductor tightness -Superior gluteal nerve palsy
Q wave
Marker of infarction, signifies loss of positive voltage due to necrosis. Longer than 0.04 or larger than 1/3 amplitude of R wave
TMJ Protrusion
Masseter Lateral Pterygoid Medial Pterygoid
Expiratory Reserve Volume (ERV)
Max volume of air that can be exhaled after normal inhalation. Approx 15% of lung volume
Inspiratory Capacity (IC)
Max volume of air that can be inhaled after normal tidal exhalation. Approximately 60% of lung volume. Tidal Volume (TV) + Inspiratory Reserve Capacity (IRV
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Maxillary hypoplasia, elongated midface, short upturned nose, short attention span, poor growth. Deficits in: -fine motor -Visuomotor -Balance -Grasp
Effect size index
Mean of treatment - mean of control group/standard deviation of one group Less than 0.1 = trivial effect 0.1-0.3 = small effect 0.3-0.5 = Moderate effect Greater than 0.5 = Large effect
Coronary Artery Disease
Narrowing or blockage of coronary arteries due to plaque, resulting in diminished blood flow. Damaged inner wall of coronary artery (HTN, trauma, smoking, etc) gains accumulation of fatty plaque at site of injury, and if plaque ruptures, platelets clump at the site to repair the artery, blocking it and causing an MI. Risk factors: High LDL, low HDL, Type 2 DM, smoking, obesity, inactivity, HTN. Sxs: Angina, SOB. Complete blockage causes MI Tx: Aggressive modification of risk factors to slow progression and induce regression of plaques. ACE inhibiters, Aspirin for antiplatelet, statins.
Dexamethasone-iontophoresis
Negative Used for inflammation
Calcium Chloride-iontophoresis
Negative Used for scar tissue, keloids, muscle spasms
Mediate Percussion: Dull
Neoplasm, atelectasis, or consolidation of lung if heard over upper lung
Subclavius
Nerve fibers from C5 and C6
Brachial plexus
Network of nerves formed by C5-T1 nerve roots that combine to form trunks, divide to form divisions, cords, and then peripheral nerves. These nerves innnervate muscles of upper quarter
Alzheimer's Disease
Neurodegenerative disorder that results in deterioration and irreversible damage to cortex and subcortical areas. S/Sx: Changes in higher cortical functions (new learning, memory, concentration), progressing to loss of orientation, depression, rigidity, bradykinesia, and impaired self-care. End-stage is severe intellectual/physical disability, incontinence, dependence, and inability to speak. Tx: Cholinergic agents (Cognex, Donepezil and Rivastigmine) can alleviate some sxs and control behavior with substantial sides.
Epinephrine
Neurotransmitter secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress. Also known as adrenaline. Targets cardiovascular and metabolic systems.
Grade 1 Concussion
No LOC, some transient confusion. Symptoms resolve 15 min of event, with full memory of event. Return if symptom free after one week.
Independent
No assistance required
Free Nerve Endings
Nociception. Sensitive to noxious biochemical and mechanical stimuli
Hormones for cancer treatment
Nolvadex (tamoxifen citrate) Lupron (leuprolide acetate) Casodex (bicalutmide)
Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
Non-Progressive neuromuscular disorder that occurs during 1st trimester, causing fibrosis of muscles and joints. Possibly caused by poor movement during early development. Can be genetic. Sxs: Cylinder-like extremities with little definition, contractures, joint dislocation, muscle atrophy Treatment: Attain max level of devt. skills through positioning, stretching, splinting, adaptive equipment
Verbal Apraxia
Non-dysarthric and non-aphasic impairment of speech articulation. Verbal expression impaired secondary to deficits in motor planning. Patient can understand, but unable to initiate speech.
Acquired Ataxias
Nonhereditary, from neurogenerative disorders (alcoholism, hypothyroidism, vitamin E deficiency), or toxin exposure (Carbon Monoxide, heavy metals, lithium).
Conversion
Nonthermal energy like mechanical or electrical is absorbed into tissue and transformed into heat. Ex: Ultrasound
ASIA Impairment Scale Category E
Normal Motor and sensory function are normal.
Infant Head Lag
Normal until infant is in sitting (3 months)
Intracanial Pressure
Normal: 5-15 mmHg Abnormal: Above 20 Avoid cervical flexion, percusion/vibration, coughing, or trendelenburg
Normal Respiration rhythm vs COPD
Normal: Inspiration is half as long as Expiration (1:2) COPD: Longer Expiration phase (1:3, 1:4)
Buckling during IC-Loading with Transtibial Prosthesis
Normal: Knee flexes between 8-10 deg Deviation: Buckles into knee flexion, or avoids by shortening stance time. C/O: Knee buckling, instability, fear of falling Causes: 1. Too hard cushioned heel. Does not allow for PF, stuck in DF, so pt loses shock absorption and compensates with knee flexion to get foot on ground. (DF = Knee Flexion, PF = Knee extension 2. Anteriorly Displaced Socket or Posteriorly Set Prosthetic Foot -Sets knee anterior to foot during IC, causing LOG to be behind knee, causing flexor moment
Wide BOS in midstance (Transtibial Prosthesis)
Normal: Prosthesis in EXT, body weight is supported in single limb stance with level pelvis and neutral trunk Deviation: BOS moves laterally, prosthetic limb moves more laterally, prosthetic hip abducts C/O: Pain at proximal lateral brim of socket, pain at medial distal end of residual limb Causes: 1. Outset foot. Loss of medial support causes wide base to compensate 2. Medially leaning pylon (part that connects foot to socket). Top of pylon is more medial than bottom, causing pt to lose medial support in midstance.
Upper Respiratory Tract
Nose, Pharynx (nasopharynx, oropharynx, laryngopharynx), Larynx Humidify, cool/warm inspired air, filter out foreing matter. Hair in nostrils filters particles, the remaining settles on mucous membranes
Cupolithiasis
Not as common. As long as patient is in provoking position, they will experience symptoms
Bone Scintigraphy (Bone scan)
Nuclear imaging test using ionizing radiation and a radioactive nucleotide to assess for bone disease -Bone tumors -Skeletal Metastasis -Stress Fractures
Labral Tests
O'Brien's (Active Compression Test): 90 deg shoulder flexion, 10-15 deg horiz ADD, empty can position (IR). Therapist applies downward force, then ER (thumb up) and retests. Positive for superior labral tear if patient experiences pain in IR but not ER. -Glenoid Labrum Tear (Clunk) Test: Therapist places one hadn on posterior humeral head, and other hand stabilizes humerus proximal to elbow. Passive aDD and ER over patient's head, then applies anterior force to humerus. Positive = Clunk or grinding sound, may be indicative of Glenoid Labral tear -Jerk Test: 90 deg shoulder flexion, IR with elbow bend. Therapist provides axial compression force through elbow w/ horiz add. Clunk or jerk as humeral head subluxes posteriorly may indicate posterior instability, and pain could indicate posterior labral lesion
Restrictive vs Obstructive lung disease
Obstructive (impaired expiration) : COPD, Asthma, Emphysema, Cystic Fibrosis -TLC, RV up (can't blow out air) -FEV1 down, VC Down -FEV1/FVC below 70% affects FEV1 Restrictive (reduced volumes and limited inspiration) : Musculoskeletal disorders, Tumors, Lung resection, ILD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, pneumothorax, pulmonary edema, thoracic trauma -TLC and RV down (lungs can't expand) -Normal FEV1
Adductor longus
Obturator nerve L3, L4
Obturator externus
Obturator nerve L3, L4
T wave inversion
Occurs hours or days after MI as a result of delay in repolarization produced by injury
Non-associative Learning
Occurs when an organism is repeatedly exposed to one type of stimulus (haituation, sensitization)
Chemical Burn
Occurs when chemical contacts skin and will continue until compound is diluted at site of contact -Sulfuric acid -Lye -Hydrochloric Acid -Gasoline
CN III
Oculomotor Motor: Levator of eyelid, superior/inferior/medial recti, inferior oblique Test: Visual tracking (up, down, and medial gaze), and reaction to light Common Pathologies: MS and Horner's
CN I
Olfactory Sensory: Smel Test: Familiar odors (chocolate, coffee)
Pulmonary Embolism (PE)
One or more arteries in lung blocked by blood clots from lower extremities. Sxs: Vary greatly depending on size of clot. Sudden onset of SOB, chest pain that becomes worse with deep breathing, coughing, eating or bending; coughing up bloody sputum. Can include LE swelling, irregular heartbeat. Tx: Anticoagulants, thrombolytic agents. Preventing clot formation in deep leg veins reduces risk of PE.
Types of TBI
Open Closed Primary Secondary
Fentanyl (Sublimaze)
Opioid Analgesic for mod to severe pain. Sides: Bradycardia, RR depression, low BP
Thumb Opposition
Opponens Pollicis Opponens Digiti Minimi Flexor Pollicis Brevis Abductor Pollicis Brevis
CN II
Optic Sensory: Vision (central and peripheral vision) Test: Visual fields Common pathologies: Multiple sclerosis, Posterior CVA
Hip-Knee-Ankle-Foot Orthosis (HKAFO)
Orthosis controls rotation and ab/adduction at the hip, and restricts patients to swing-to or swing-through gait pattern.
Amputee Mobility Predictor (AMPPRO)
Outcome measure designed to measure ambulatory potential of lower limb prosthesis users, correlated to K level.
L-Test
Outcome measure of amputee mobility, similar to the TUG, except a 90 deg turn is performed after initial 3 m, total length is 20 m, and 4 turns are involved.
Epidermis
Outer layer of skin
Sublingual administration
Passage of drug through sublingual or buccal mucosa, where it travels from venous circulation directly to heart to enter venous circulation. Faster introduction of drug in cases of acute pain (angina) and bypasses liver so as not to be overly metabolized before reaching target
Conduction Hearing Loss
Passage of sound is blocked in ear canal or middle ear -Ear wax -Otitis media -Otosclerosis -Cholesteatoma Sxs: Soft sounds hard to hear regardless of pitch, loud sounds are muffled
Homan's Sign
Passive dorsiflexion of foot at ankle. Positive for DVT if maneuver produces deep pain in calf or popliteal space.
Rhythmic Rotation (RS)
Passive technique used to decrease hypertonia by slowly rotating extremity around longitudinal axis.
Muscles of Exhalation
Passive unless forceful, then is rectus abdominis (T7-L1), external oblique, internal oblique, and transverse abdominis. These depress lower ribs and compress abdominal contents, pushing diaphragm up
Planar back insert
Patient requires mild to moderate trunk support due to tone, strength, or deformity related postural concerns
Contact Guard
Patient requires therapist to maintain contact with the patient to complete the task. Usually needed if LOB
Supervision
Patient requires therapist to observe through completion of task
Emphysema
Pathologic accumulation of air in the lungs found with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Alveolar walls are gradually destroyed due to smoking, can be partially genetic. Alveoli are turned into large pockets with gaping holes. Elastic fibers holding bronchioles open are destroyed, so they collapse during exhalation, so air cannot escape from lungs, causing alveoli to be permanently overinflated. Sxs: Barrel chest, wheezing, coughing, SOB, accessory muscle use, fatigue PFT: Obstructive, so-- Tx: Lung volume reduction surgery, bullectomy, lung transplant. Pulmonary rehab (airway clearance, breathing exercises, endurance/strength training)
Bilateral Vestibular Hypofunction
Pathology affecting both sides of vestibular symptom. Disequilibrium, gait ataxia. Vertigo and Nystagmus NOT expected, so habituation NOT indicated Gaze stability training indicated Postural stability training indicated
Hemiplegic gait pattern
Patient abducts paralyzed limb, swings it around, then brings it forward so the foot comes to the ground in front.
Hemi Frame Wheelchair
Patient able to self propel using LE
Partial Weight Bearing (PWB)
Patient allowed to put some weight through involved extremity, expressed as a % of total weight. AD required
Full Weight bearing
Patient can place full weight on involved extremity. Assistive device is not required, but may be used to assist with balance.
One hand drive Frame wheelchair
Patient can self propel with one UE
K-Level 1
Patient can transfer, ambulate on level surface with fixed cadence, and is a limited/unlimited household ambulator Knee: Single axis, constant friction Ankle/Foot: SACH, single axis
Weight bearing as tolerated (WBAT)
Patient determines amount of WB based on comfort, AD may not be required.
Four point gait pattern
Patient does not move LE simultaneously with device. AD advances first, then opposite LE. May be used with coordination, balance, or strength deficits.
K Level 4
Patient exceeds basic ambulation skills, exhibits high impact, stress, or energy levels. Child, athlete, or active adult. Can use any system for knee or foot/ankle.
Craig's Test
Patient in prone with knee flexed to 90, therapist palpates greater trochantera nd internally and externally rotates hip until GT is parallel with table. Degree of femoral anteversion corresponds to angle formed by lower leg with perpendicular axis of table. Normal anteversion for adults: 8-15 degrees
Murphy Sign
Patient makes fist. If third and fourth CMP are level with first and second, may be indicative of dislocated lunate
Power wheelchair
Patient not able to self propel but can safely operate a power mobility devices. May have transfer, sitting, or UE functional limitations
Pusher Syndrome
Patient pushes with stronger extremities towards weaker hemiparetic side. Most often caused by posterolateral thalamus damage Use visual cues, vertical makings, cane in uninvolved side Guard involved side Have pt assess self (what direction are you tilted?)
FABER test
Patient supine, cross one ankle above other knee. Stabilize opposite hip, while pressing crossed knee down + pain at the hip: inflammation or trauma of the hip joint May be indicative of SI or hip joint abnormalities
Backward tilt-in-space frame
Patient unable to sit upright or perform weight shifts, also has issues with sliding or extensor tone
Claudication Test
Patient walks on flat track at max speed or tread mill at 2.0 mph at constant grade between 0-12% Initial Claudication Distance: Pain-free walking distance Absolute Claudication Distance: Max distance walked when test is terminated due to pain. Location of symptoms corresponds to the site of most proximal stenosis (tibial/peroneal arteries, femoral/popliteal arteries, aortic/iliac arteries) Grade 1: Initial or modest disfomfort of pain Grade 2: Moderate discomfort or pain, patient can be distracted Grade 3: Intense pain, patients attention cannot be diverted Grade 4: Excruciating, unbrearable pain
PICO Question
Patient, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome
Tenodesis Grasp
Patients with tetraplegia that do not possess motor control for grasp can utilize the tight finger flexors in combination with wrist extension to produce a form of grasp
Astrocytoma
Pediatric brain tumor, usually either cerebellar (clumsiness, ataxic gait, change in personality, vomiting) or Supratentorial (headache, seizures, change in personality, visual impairments, vomiting) Accounts for 50% of pediatric brain tumors
Desquamation
Peeling or shedding of outer layers of epidermis Usually occurs in small scales
Pediatric Therapeutic Positioning: Sitting
Pelvis/Hips: Pelvis in line with trunk, hips at 90 deg flexion, neutral rotation of pelvis, hips abd 10-20 deg Trunk: Straight, shoulders over hips, not rotated Head/Neck: Head neutral, facing forward Shoulders/Arms: Arms supported, elbows in FLEX, 0-45 deg IR Legs/Feet: Knees at 90, Ankles at 90, feet and thighs supported
Pediatric Therapeutic Positioning: Prone
Pelvis/Hips: Pelvis in line with trunk, hips in EXT, hips symmetrically abducted 10-20 deg Trunk: Straight, shoulders in line with hips Head: Neck: Head in neutral position, facing one side w/ slight cervical flexion Shoulders/Arms: Arms fully supported, forward of trunk flexed Legs/Feet: Knees extended, feet at 90
Pediatric Therapeutic Positioning: Sidelying
Pelvis/Hips: Pelvis in line with trunk, hips in FLEX, 10-20 deg ABD Trunk: Straight, shoulders in line with hips, slight sidebending Head/Neck: Head in neutral position, facing forward, slight cervical flexion Shoulders/Arms: Both arms supported, lower arm forward, not lying on point, in neutral. Upper arm 0-40 deg IR Legs/Feet: Knees in Flexion, Feet at 90, pillow between knees
Pediatric Therapeutic Positioning: Supine
Pelvis/Hips: Pelvis in line with trunk, hips symmetrically abducted 10-20 deg Trunk: Straight, Shoulders in line with hips Head/Neck: Neutral, slight cervical flexion Shoulders/Arms: Fully supported, forward of trunk, forearms resting on pillow Legs/Feet: Knees supported in flexion, feet at 90
-cilin
Penicillin antibiotic Amoxicillin, ampicillin
Antidiarrheals
Pepto Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) Motofen (difenoxin) Imodium (loperamide) Donnagel (attapulgite) Kapectolin (Kaolin)
Barognosis
Perceive the weight of different objects in the hand
Bioavailability
Percentage of drug that makes it into systemic circulation from site of original administration.
Specificity
Percentage of people who test negative for a specific disease among a group of people who do not have the disease. If someone tests positive to a specific test, you can rule them in. SpIN
Sensitivity
Percentage of people who test positive for a disease among a group of people who have the disease If someone tests negative to a sensitive test, you can rule them out. SnOUT
Mediate Percussion: Resonance
Percussion sound from normal lung
Achilles Tendon Repair
Performed arthroscopically if done within days, and tendon is sutured together. If done after a delay, surgery may need to be open and may require augmentation with a graft (flexor hallucis longus, peroneus brevis, plantaris) instead of suturing. Research shows that ankle casted in neutral and PWB leads to less restricted ROM over long term, which is more aggressive than traditional NWB for several weeks.
C fibers
Peripheral Nerve Fibers Small diameter, unmyelinated, slow conduction rate. Postganglionic fibers.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Peripheral nerve entrapment due to compression of median nerve passing through carpal tunnel, increasing pressure in carpal tunnel from normal 2-10 mmHg to 30 mmHg, causing sensory and motor disturbances in median nerve distribution Etiology: Repetitive use, RA, Pregnancy, diabetes, trauma, Tumors, hypothyroidism Sxs: Sensory changes and paresthesia in median nerve distribution. Radiation into UE, shoulder, neck. Night pain, hand weakness, muscle atrophy, decreased grip strength, clumsiness, decreased wrist mobility. Tx: splinting, ergonomics, corticosteroid injections, surgical release.
B Fibers
Peripheral nerve fiber Medium diameter, myelinated, reasonably fast Preganglionic fibers of autonomic nervous system
A fibers
Peripheral nerve fibers. Large size, myelinated with high conduction rates. Sensory components: -Primary muscle spindle endings (low threshold stretch) -Secondary muscle spindle endings (change in length facilitates muscle contraction) -GTOs: (interrupt muscle contractions on stretch of tendon) Alpha: alpha motor neurons, muscle spindle primary endings, GTOs, touch Beta: Touch, kinesthesia, muscle spindle secondary endings Gamma: Touch, pressure, gamma motor neurons Delta: Pain, Touch, pressure, temp
Ape Hand
Peripheral nerve injury to median nerve, resulting in weakness with thumb flexion/opposition, and thumb may fall in line with other digits since thumb extensors overpower. Thenar atrophy.
Autograft
Permanent skin graft taken from donor site on patient's own body
Muscles innervated by Superficial Peroneal Nerve
Peroneus Longus Peroneus Brevis
Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT)
Phase I: Intensive acute treatment phase, outpatient setting by certified lymphedema therapist or 4-6 weeks Phase II: Self-management phase, long-term management of symptoms utilizing various components of CDT. May return to phase 1 if significant change in symptoms is noted Four parts of Treatment: -Manual Lymphatic Drainage -Compression Therapy -Exercise -Skin Care
Spinal shock
Physiologic response that occurs between 30-60 min after trauma and can last up to several weeks, presenting as total flaccid paralysis and loss of all reflexes below level of injury
Sacral Plexus (FL)
Piriformis Obturator internus Gemelli sup.&inf Quad. femoris Levator ani
Obliquus capitis inferior
Posterior rami of C1
Rectus capitis posterior major
Posterior rami of C1
Rectus capitis posterior minor
Posterior rami of C1
Obliquus capitis superior
Posterior rami of Cq
Ultrasound intensity
Power (Watts)/ERA (Cm2) Watts/Cm2 Ranges from 0.5-2.0 W/Cm2 Acute conditions: Decreased intensity (0.5-1.25 W/cm2) Subacute: 0.75-1.5 W/cm2 Chronic: 1.5-2.0 W/Cm2
Bursae of Knee
Prepatellar: lies over patella and allows for greater movt of skin covering anterior patella Superficial Infrapatellar: Lies between patellar tendon and skin Deep Infrapatellar: lies between patellar tendon and tibia
Variable practice
Practice of a given task under differing conditions
Constant Practice
Practice of a given task under uniform condition
Whole training
Practice of an entire task
Part training
Practice of an individual component or select components
Drug Development Stages
Preclinical Testing: Cellular, organ, animal testing Phase 1: Safety. First stage of human testing, small number of patients. Toxicity and safe dosing range established Phase 2: Effectiveness. Small number of patients, determines effective dosing level and adverse effects Phase 3: Same as Phase 3, but larger sample size Phase 4: Real life scenarios (post-marketing surveillance)
Atrial dysrhythmias include:
Premature Atrial Contractions Atrial Flutter Atrial Fibrillation
chorionic villus sampling (CVS)
Prenatal diagnostic technique that involves taking a sample of tissue from the chorion (outermost membrane of embryo)
Female Hypogonadism
Primary: Gonads do not produce the amount of sex steroid sufficient to supress secretion of LH and FSH at normal levels. Most common cause is Turner's (X). Secondary: Failure of hypothalamus or pit to produce the hormones which will subsequently stimulate estrogen production. If this happens before puberty symptoms will include gonadal dysgenesis, short stature, failure to progress through puberty or primary amenorrhea and premature gonadal failure. The main post-puberty symptom is secondary amenorrhea.
Bronchiectasis
Progressive lung disease that produces abnormal dilation of bronchus due to infection, aspiration, cystic fibrosis, or immune system impairment. Sxs: Consistent productive cough, hemoptysis, weight loss, anemia, crackles, wheezes, loud breath sounds Tx: Antibiotics, bronchodilators, expectorants, mucolytics
Class III Antiarrhythmic Agents
Prolong repolarization by inhibiting both potassium and sodium channels, considered to be the most effective antiarrhythmic Amiodarone (Cordarone)
Diabetic Neuropathy
Prolonged exposure to high blood glucose results in nerve ischemia, impairing nerve function. Sxs: Weakness/sensory deficits dystally in symmetrical pattern, with c/o tingling, numbness and pain typically in feet. Can include wasting of muscles in feet/hands, stocking glove sensory distribution impairments, and orthostatic hypotension.
Antispasticity agents
Promote relaxation in spastic muscles by selectively binding in CNS or skeletal muscle to reduce spasticity. -Baclofen -Valium/Diazepam -Dantrolene -Zanaflex/Tizanidine
Radioulnar Pronation
Pronator Teres Pronator Quadratus
Joint Distraction
Proprioceptive component to increase ROM around a joint.
Genitourinary Differential
Prostatitis: Inflammation of prostate in men over 40, typically from bacterial infection. -Perineal pain, burning during urination and fever BPH: Increase in size of prostate gland in men over 50 -dribbling at end of urine, weak stream, incomplete emptying -Non-systemic so fever/chills/malaise uncommon Prostate Cancer: Presents similar to BPH, but with sudden moderate to high fever, sciatica, and changes in bowel/bladder function.
K-Level 0
Prosthesis does not enhance quality of life or mobility, patient is ineligible for knee or foot/ankle prosthesis.
Forward Trunk Flexion (Prosthetic/Amputee Causes)
Prosthetic Causes: -Socket too big -Poor suspension -Knee instability Amputee Causes: -Hip Flexion contracture -Weak hip extensors -Pain with ischial weight bearing -Inability to initiate prosthetic knee flexion
Vaulting (Prosthetic/Amputee causes)
Prosthetic Causes: -Too long prosthesis -Inadequate socket suspension -Excessive alignment stability -Excessive plantarflexion Amputee Causes: -Residual limb discomfort -Improper training -Fear of stubbing toe -Short residual limb -Painful hip/residual limb
Lateral Bending in prosthetic/amputee
Prosthetic causes: -Prosthesis too short -Improperly shaped lateral wall -High medial wall -Prosthesis aligned in abduction Amputee causes: -Poor balance -Abduction contracture -Improper training -Weak hip abductors on prosthetic side -Hypersensitive and painful residual limb
Valve replacement
Prosthetic valve replaces narrowed or leaky valve. May be mechanical (ball in cage, tilting disc, bileaflet) or tissue grafts from the same patient, a cadaver, or a pig
Medial or lateral whip (prosthetic/amputee causes)
Prosthetic: -Excessive rotation of knee -Tight socket fit -Valgus in prosthetic knee -Improper alignment of toe break Amputee Causes -Improper Trainig -Weak hip rotators -Knee instability
Rotation of forefoot at heel strike (prosthetic/amputee causes)
Prosthetic: -Excessive toe-out built in -Loose fitting socket -Inadequate suspension -Rigid SACH heel cushion Amputee causes: -Poor muscle control -Improper training -Weak medial rotators -Short residual limb
Circumducted gait (prosthetic/amputee causes)
Prosthetic: -Prosthesis too long -Excessive knee friction -Socket too small -Excessive PF Amputee: -Abduction contracture -Improper training -Weak hip flexors -Lacks confidence to flex the knee -Painful anterior distal residual limb -Inability to initiate prosthetic knee flexion
Excessive Knee Flexion during stance (amputee/prosthetic causes)
Prosthetic: -Socket set forward in relation to foot -Excessive dorsiflexion -Stiff heel -Prosthesis too long Amputee Causes: -Knee flexion contracture -Hip flexion contracture -Pain anteriorly in residual limb -Decrease in quad strength -Poor balance
Abducted Gait with prosthetic/amputee
Prosthetic: -Too long prosthesis -High medial wall -Poorly shaped lateral wall -Prosthesis positioned in abduction -Inadequate suspension -Excessive knee friction Amputee: -Abduction Contracture -Improper training -Adductor roll -Weak hip flexors and adductors -Pain over residual limb
White blood cells (Leukocytes)
Protect against infection. Normal count: 4,000-11,000 per microliter of blood
Parallel Bars
Provide max stability and security or patient during beginning stages of ambulation or standing. Bar height allows 20-25 deg of elbow flex with hands 4-6inches in front of body Pt must progress out of parallel bars ASAP
Faded feedback
Provided after every trial, then less frequently. Every trial-->every 3rd-->every 5th etc Used in early stages of motor learning to transition from acquisition to retention
Bandwidth Feedback
Provided only when patient's performance deviates outside boundaries of what is considered "correct", pre-determined at start of task. Prevents bad habit formation and keeps patient from safety risks.
Sacrum
Provides an attachment for iliac bones and protects pelvic organs. Attached to pelvis by sacroiliac ligaments
Ligamentum Teres
Provides physical attachment between head of femur and inferior rim of the acetabulum -Provides limited stability but blood vessels and nerves that supply femoral head run through this sheath
Muscle innervated by Lumbar Plexus
Psoas major, minor Quadratus Lumborum
Standard/Lightweight wheelchair frame
Pt able to self propel with both UEs, adequate LE ROM
Amputee Wheelchair frame
Pt able to self propel, COG shifted posteriorly due to amputation
Sling back insert
Pt requires no postural support, no neuro deficits. Not intended for longterm use
Reclining Frame
Pt unable to perform weight shifting tasks, unable to sit upright for extended periods
Title III of ADA
Public Accommodations and Services operated by public entities. - Places of accommodation (hospitals, hc providers' offices, schools, etc.) may not discrim. against persons w/disabil.
Title II of the ADA
Public Services. - No discrim. persons w/disabil. to participate in or benefit from svcs, programs, activ. of public entities: transporation, public edu., employment, recreation, social svcs, hc, courts, voting, etc.
Russian Stim (Chronic Pain)
Pulse Duration: 10 ms (long) Pulse Frequency: 1-10 pps (Low) Amplitude: Max sensory
Biphasic Current (Edema Control)
Pulse Duration: 50 usec acute, 200 Subacute, 250 chronic Pulse Frequency: 100 pps acute, 1-10 subacute, 50 pps chronic Amplitude: Sensory for acute, motoric sub-acute, and motoric 1/1 with 1.5 sec ramp for chronic
Biphasic Current (Muscle Re-ed)
Pulse Duration: Long, greater than 250 usec *Longer pulse duration needed to depolarize motor nerves* Pulse Frequency: Mod High, 50 pps Amplitude: Motoric, 1/3 ratio with 1.5 sec Ramp
Biphasic Current (Chronic Pain)
Pulse Duration: Long, greater than 250 usec Pulse Frequency: Low, 1-10 pps Amplitude: Max sensory
Biphasic Current (acute pain)
Pulse duration: Short, 50 usec Pulse Frequency: High, 100 pps Amplitude: Sensory
20% Ultrasound Duty Cycle
Pulsed Non-thermal ultrasound -Improving fluid dynamics and resolving swelling Acute conditions
50% Ultrasound Duty Cycle
Pulsed, non-thermal ultrasound -Tissue healing -Improving fluid dynamics -Pain modulation Acute to subacute conditions
Ventricular Assist Device (VAD)
Pump implanted in chest to provide mechanical support to the ventricle. RVAD attaches to R atrium and pulmonary artery, bypassing R ventricle. LVAD attaches to L atrium, bypassing L ventricle. BiVAD bypasses both ventricles. Commonly used as a temp treatment for those waiting for heart transplant or permanent treatment for heart failure.
Fat pads of knee
Quadriceps, prefemoral, and intrapatellar. Infrapatellar is most commonly affected, can be source of anterior knee pain when impinged (Hoffa's syndrome)
RA vs OA
RA is usually bilateral, systemic complaints, exacerbations and remissions, painful warm joints (esp fingers and wrist - "sausage joints"). Swan's neck deformity (flexion of the DIP with hyperextension of the PIP joint). OA: Morning stiffness, asymmetrical, degenerative wear and tear, increased pain w/WB, crepitus/clicking
Erythema
Redness of skin from capillary dilation or inflammation
Restrictive Ventilatory Impairment
Reduced Lung Volumes (TLC, FEV1, FVC) and normal expiratory flow rates. Tumor, interstitial lung disease, pleural disease, chest wall deformities, obesity, pregnancy, neuromuscular disease Spirometry: Reduced FVC, normal FEV1/FVC
Pursed Lip Breathing
Reduces respiratory rate, reduces dyspnea, and maintains positive pressure on bronchioles to prevent airway collapse in patients with emphysema. "Inhale through your mouth and exhale through tightly pressed lips" Who: Obstructive Lung condition (FEV1/FVC less than 70%) who has dyspnea at rest or with exertion/wheezing Why: to relieve dyspnea, improve activity tolerance, and reduce wheezing.
Hypothalamus
Regulates homeostasis using hormones, controlling hunger, thirst, sexual behavior, sleeping, body temp. Lesions produce impairments based on area of damage (obesity, sexual disinterest, poor temp control, diabetes insipidus)
Dopamine Replacement Agents
Relieve symptoms of PD secondary to decrease of endogenous dopamine. Can cross blood brain barrier to transform into dopamine in the brain. Sides: Arrhythmias, GI distress, dyskinesias, orthostatic hypotension, tolerance Max benefit from scheduling therapy 1 hour after admin of levodopa. -Sinemet/Madopar/Levodopa -Symmetrel/Amantadine
Muscle Relaxant Agents
Relieve tonic/continuous spasm occurring secondary to MSK or PN injury rather than CNS injury. Sides: Sedation, drowsiness, nausea, dependence -Valium/Diazepam -Flexeril/Cyclobenzaprine -Paraflex/Chlorzoxazone
Non-selective (Mechanical) Debridement
Removal of both viable and non-viable tissues from a wound. -Wet-to-dry -Wound Irrigation -Hydrotherapy (whirlpool)
Thoracentesis
Removal of fluid from pleural space with a needle
Wound Irrigation
Removal of necrotic tissue using pressurized fluid. Ideal for infected wounds or wounds with loose debris. -Pulsed lavage uses pressurized stream of irrigation solution
Selective Debridement
Removal of only nonviable tissue from a wound -Sharp -Enzymatic -Autolytic
Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) -Compartments -Degree of Constraint -Fixation methods
Removal of proximal and distal knee surfaces and replacing them with an implant. Lifespan of 15-20 years. Compartments: -Unicompartmental (only medial or lateral joint surface replaced) -Bicompartmental (entire surface of femur and tibia were replaced) -Tricompartmental (replacement of femur and tibia along with patella) Can also be classified by degree of constraint: -Unconstrained: No inherent stability, relies on soft tissue for stability (unicompartmental) -Semiconstrained: Some degree of stability without compromising mobility, most common TKA. -Fully Constrained: Most stability, restricts one or more planes of motion, causing greater implant stress and higher likelihood of implant failure. Fixation methods: Cemented, uncemented, and hybrid
Colonization
Replicating bacteria on wound surface that does not invade or injure tissue, does not stimulate inflammatory immune response. May delay wound dealing, may benefit wound healing by preventing worse organisms from proliferating in wound bed
Human Immunodeficiency Virus
Retrovirus that invades and destroys immune system cells (CD4+ T lymphocytes). Transmitted through blood, semen, vaginal secretions, and breast milk (sexual, perinatal, bodily fluid contact). Stage 1: Acute HIV infection -2-4 weeks post transmission, asymptomatic to flu like symptoms. Pt at highest risk of transmission Stage 2: Clinical Latency -10 years of asymptomatic living until progressing to AIDS, several decades for those on Antiviral RetroTherapy or ART Stage 3: AIDS -3 year survival rate, less if contracting an opportunistic ilness. Can lead to malignancies, infections, neuro dysfunction, cognitive decline, and cardiopulmonary pathologies
Scapular Downward Rotation
Rhomboids Levator Scap Pec Minor
Heart Chambers and Valves
Right Atrium and Left Atrium separated by atrial septum Right Ventricle and Left Ventricle separated by ventricular septum Tricuspid Valve (Tri to be Right) separates R atrium and Ventricle Bicuspid Valve (Bi people are usually Left) separates L Atrium from L ventricle
Pulmonary Embolism: Response
SOB, cough, chest pain worsening with deep breathing, lightheadedness, rapid/irregular heart rate, fever, diaphoresis, clammy skin, leg pain/swelling Call EMS
Gemellus superior
Sacral nerve L5, S1, S2
Incomplete spinal cord lesion
Scattered motor function, sensory function, or both below level of lesion.
Peritoneal Irritation
Set of abdominal examination findings that indicate inflammation of the visceral or parietal peritoneum Low back pain with rebound tenderness during palpation of abdomen
Shin Pain Differential Diagnosis
Shin Splints: Repetitive overuse causing dull pain that is non-focal, extending over 5 cm. Present at start of workout, improves during ex, then returns Stress Fracture: Repetitive overuse causing deep pain that is focal with point tenderness less than 5 cm in length, and present at rest (and with activity). Use vibration and percussion (tuning fork) to provoke symptoms. Compartment Syndrome: Severe trauma to anterior compartment, causing severe pain with fullness, numbness, burning, or tingling. Worse with stretching, present during rest and activity. May not have dorsal pedal pulse
Common Peroneal Nerve (EX)
Short head of Biceps femurs Tib.ant., Ext.dig.long., Ext.hal.long Ext.dig.brev., Ext.hal.brev. Peroneus l. & b.
Lumbar Manipulation CPR
Should be considered if 4/5 are present 1. Pain less than 16 days 2. No symptoms below nkee 3. FABQ less than 19 4. IR of more than 35 deg for one hip 5. Hypomobility of at least one level of L-Spine
ULTT3
Shoulder = Depression and Abduction to 10° Elbow = extension Forearm = pronation Wrist = flexion and ulnar deviation Finger & Thumb = flexion Shoulder = medial rotation Cervical spine = Contralateral side flexion Nerve Bias: Radial nerve
ULTT2
Shoulder = Depression and Abduction to 10° Elbow = extension Forearm = supination Wrist = extension Finger & Thumb = extension Shoulder = lateral rotation Cervical spine = Contralateral side flexion Nerve bias: Median nerve, Musculocutaneous nerve, Axillary Nerve
ULTT4
Shoulder = Depression and Abduction to 10° - 90° Elbow = flexion Forearm = supination Wrist = extension and radial deviation Finger & Thumb = extension Shoulder = lateral rotation Cervical Spine = Contralateral side flexion Nerve Bias: Ulnar Nerve
ULTT1
Shoulder = Depression and Abduction to 110° Elbow = extension Forearm = supination Wrist = extension Finger & Thumb = extension Cervical spine = Contralateral side flexion Nerve bias: Median nerve, Anterior Interosseus Nerve
C2-4 Resistive Test
Shoulder Elevation
ST segment Depression
Sign of myocardial ischemia, can be due to digitalis toxicity or hypokalemia. -2mm ST depression is significant. Stop exercise and monitor vitals. (True for exercise, not for exercise TEST) -Use clinical judgement (signs, symptoms, vitals)
Walker
Significant base of support, offers good stability. Should allow for 20-25 deg of elbow flexion. Three-point gait pattern
Avulsion (degloving)
Skin becomes detached from underlying structures
Full thickness graft
Skin graft containing dermis and epidermis
Maceration
Skin softening and degeneration from prolonged exposure to water or other fluids
Heterograft
Skin transplant taken from another species (usually pig)
Slow Reversal (SR)
Slow and resisted concentric contractions of agonist and antagonists around a joint w/out rest between reversals. Used to improve control of movement and posture.
Disease Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (DMARDs)
Slow/stop rheumatic disease progression, used mostly in early stages. High incidence of drug toxicity. Sides: nausea, headache, toxicity, sepsis, retinal damage Examples: Methotrexate, leflunomide, chloroquine, TNF inhibitors, Enabrel, Humira
Obturator Nerve Tension Test
Slump with Hip ABD +FLEX, knee ext and ankle DF
Minimal Clinically Important Difference (MCID)
Smallest difference in a patient's condition that the patient or clinician considers worthwhile and would warrant a change in patient's management.
Cubital Tunnel
Space formed by UCL, FCU, medial head of triceps, and medial epicondyle. Space becomes smallest with elbow in full flexion Contains: Ulnar nerve
Geri Chair
Special chair that assists in positioning a resident to increase body alignment and comfort
Peripheral Artery Disease
Stenotic, occlusive, and aneurysmal diseases of aorta and peripheral arteries caused by atherosclerosis and thromboembolicprocesses Sxs: Fatigue, aching, numbness, pain in LE at rest or when walking, poorly healing wounds of legs or feet, distal hair loss, trophic skin changes, hypertrophic nails Tx: Lifestyle changes, lipid lowering meds, control of diabetes and HTN. Disabling intermittent claudication, revascularization procedures (angioplasty, stent, atherectomy), and surgery (aortobifemoral bypass, iliofemoral bypass)
Mechanical Insufflation-Exsufflation Device (CoughAssist)
Stimulates natural cough by delivering large positive pressure followed by a sucking negative pressure that pulls air out of the lungs. Who: Severely involved pt with impaired ab function that can't produce effective cough to clear secretions (ALS, MS, PD, MD, GB, SCI). Can be used with Trach.
Empty End Feel
Stoppage of range of motion due to trauma to an effected muscle or joint.. -Joint inflammation, fracture, bursitis
Gallbladder
Stores and releases bile into duodenum to assist digestion
Ventricular Asystole
Straight line pattern, no rhythm. Requires immediate CPR. MI, ventricular rupture, cocaine use, lightning, electrical shock.
Ruffini Ending
Stretching of skin, joint capsule, velocity of joint position
Pharmacokinetics
Study of how drugs are absorbed, distributed, and metabolized and eliminated by the body. Four major parameters: 1. Absorption 2. Distribution 3. Metabolism 4. Excretion *Note, in geriatric population, drugs are not excreted as quickly due to low GFR, so meds act on body for longer
GH Internal (Medial) rotation
Subscap Teres Major Pec Major Lat Anterior Delt
Subscapular Nerve (EX)
Subscapularis Latissimus Dorsi & Teres Major
Neologism
Substitution in a word so severe it makes the word unrecognizable.
Middle Cerebral Artery
Supplies most of outer cerebrum, basal ganglia Most common site of CVA Occlusion results in: -Contralateral hemiplegia -Global, Wernicke's, or Broca's Aphasia -Homonymous Hemianopsia -Apraxia -Contralateral weakness and sensory loss of face/lower extremity
Referred Pain from Urinary Tract
Suprapubic region or diffuse LBP (bladder/urethra) LBP, pelvis, sacrum, perineum, inner thighs, testes (prostate) MOI: Bacterial infection, renal calculi
Infraspinatus
Suprascapular nerve C5, C6
Empty Can Test
Supraspinatus Tear (1 or 2) Passive abduction to 90, then resistance (full can) Internal rotaiton and abduction to 90 (empty can)
Oncology treatment options
Surgery (resection) Radiation (ionizing or particle) Chemotherapy Biotherapy (immunotherapy to strengthen host's biological response to malignant cells, using bone marrow or stem cell transplant Antiangiogenic therapy (thalidomide, treats multiple myeloma)
Types of Fibrous joints
Synarthrosis Non-synovial, limited movement Sutures: union of two bones by ligament or membrane (sagittal suture of skull) Syndesmoses: Bone connected to bone by dense fibrous membrane (tibia-fibular interosseous membrane) Gomphosis: peg in a hole. Teeth and sockets in mandible
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
Surgical Considerations: Arthroscopic surgery, preferred autograft over allograft. Bone-patellar tendon-bone graft is gold standard, due to bone-to-bone healing. Gracilis or semitendinosus grafts are common but fixation is not as strong. Rehab Considerations: Period of immobilization in hinged brace. ROM emphasis on full EXT early. Exercise focus on iso quads/hamstrings and closed chain early. Patellar Tendon graft patients should be cautions with quad strengthening early, opposite for gracilis/semi grafts. Graft tissue most vulnerable 6-8 wks pos surgery, failure happening secondary to poor compliance. 100% graft maturation 12-16 months post.
Rotator Cuff Repair
Surgical Considerations: Graded according to depth (partial vs full) and according to width (small = 1 cm or less, medium 1-3, large 3-5, massive greater than 5 cm). Small requires only debridement, all others require repair (sutures, anchors, staples). Generally arthroscopic, possibly open or mini open if large. Rehab Considerations: Sling at discretion of surgeon. Precautions are no AROM, lifting, or WB through arm for some weeks.
Spinal Fusion
Surgical Considerations: Indicated with unstable spinal segments, advanced arthritis, or uncontrolled peripheral pain. Pedicle screws immobilize segments while bony callus forms between segments. Lumbar fusion uses posterior approach, cervical uses anterior approach typically. Rehab Considerations: Lifting restrictions, restrictions on active motion (bending/twisting). Bracing (cervical collar, TLSO) may be used to help compliance. Rehab usually begins 6 weeks post op, with instrumentation it can be less.
Laminectomy
Surgical Considerations: Performed for disc protrusion or spinal stenosis. Complete: removal of entire lamina, spinous process, and Rehab Considerations: Weight restrictions, restrictions on active motion (often extension)
Lateral Ankle Reconstruction
Surgical Considerations: Performed secondary to complete tear of ATF or CCF, or secondary to chronic ankle instability. Two methods both using an open approach that may include arthroscopy or subchondral drilling: 1. Repair of torn ligaments, suturing them back together 2. Harvesting an autograft (usually peroneus brevis) to replace torn ligaments. This option is chosen when original ligaments have deteriorated and cannot be repaired.
Subacromial Decompression
Surgical Considerations: Performed when impingement does not respond to conservative treatment. Can be open (deltoid detached), mini open (split deltoid) or arthroscopic. Could also involve acromioplasty, bursectomy, or removal of degenerative distal clavicle. Rehab Considerations: Rapid recovery--sling used for 1-2 wks and early rehab for pain and ROM. Passive EXT limited in deltoid repairs to limit stress.
Hip ORIF (Open Reduction - Internal Fixation)
Surgical Considerations: Surgical repair to proximal hip fractures in femoral neck and intertrochanteric region. Nonunion and osteonecrosis are common with fem neck fractures (intracapsular, can lead to loss of blood supply). Intertrochanteric are extracapsular. Fixation occurs with plates and screws, or an intramedullary nail. If patient has poor healing capacity, THA is considered. Always open procedure. Capsulotomy is performed if fem neck is involved. Rehab Considerations: Early weight bearing, ambulation, ROM. Fixation failure--persistent thigh or groin pain, LL discrep not present initially, non-improving Trendelenburg, or ER positioning.
Capsular Shift Procedure (Shoulder Stabilization)
Surgical considerations: Performed for chronic shoulder instability. Joint capsule tightened by cutting capsule and overlapping ends to reduce capsular redundancy. Portion of capsule tightened depends on direction of instability (anterior is most common so anterior capsule is most often tightened). Labral repairs may be performed since labral injuries often accompany dislocations. Bankart (anterior labrum) or SLAP (superior labrum). Usually arthroscopic Rehab Considerations: Anterior capsule repair gets normal sling, should avoid ER, EXT and HOR ABD, and IR if subscap is detached. Posterior capsule repair gets neutral rotation sling (handshake), avoiding IR, FLEX, and HOR ADD. AROM asap after surgery, don't wait for full motion for strength. Avoid contracting biceps with SLAP.
Total Shoulder Arthroplasty (TSA)
Surgical considerations: Performed when joint components are arthritic, or secondary to fracture or rotator cuff arthropathy. Glenoid and humeral head areboth replaced in TSA, while a shoulder hemiarthoplasty replaces only one. Reverse Total Shoulder reverses concave/convex relationship, used for dysfunctional RTC. All use an anterior approach where subscap is detached for easy access. Rehab Considerations: Immobilization for several weeks, longer if repair performed on tendon. Movement precautions for 6-8 weeks.
Tracheostomy
Surgical hole through neck into trachea below level of vocal cords. Indications: Airway obstruction at or above level of larynx, or respiratory failure requiring prolonged mechanical vent.
Thoracotamy
Surgical incision cutting chest wall to access heart, lungs, esophagus, and diapragm. May be: Axillary thoracotomy Median Sternotomy Posterolateral Thoracotomy Anterolateral Thoracotomy
Lobectomy
Surgical removal of a lobe of a lung
Rhizotomy
Surgical resection of sensory component of spinal nerve to decrease spasticity and improve function
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (AICD)
Surgically implanted device similar to pacemaker that monitors HR and delivers shocks to restore normal HR when necessary
Cardiac Pacemaker
Surgically implanted, battery powered device placed under the skin in L anterior chest wall to treat slow HR and arrhythmias. By preventing slow HR, pacemakers can treat fatigue, lightheadedness, and fainting.
Annular ligament
Surrounds the head of radius and allows head of radius to rotate and maintain contact with the radial notch of the ulna
Gangrene (Wet)
Swelling from bacterial infection causes a sudden stoppage of blood flow, resulting in loss of vascular supply to local tissue. Bacterial infection can develop after a burn, frostbite, or injury. Spreads quickly and can be fatal. Sxs: Swelling and pain at site of infection, change in skin color from red to brown to black, blisters that produce pus, fever, general malaise
Vaulting Gait Pattern
Swing leg advances by elevating pelvis and PF of stance leg
Heart innervation
Sympathetic: Release of Epinephrine and Norepinephrine to speed up contractions (chronotropic) and increase force (inotropic) Parasympathetic: ACh via Vagus nerve to slow HR
Femoral Anteversion
TOE IN during ambulation W-sitting Excessive hip IR, restricted hip ER Increased Q angle Genu Vaglum Femoral torsion OVER 15 deg
Femoral Retroversion
TOE OUT during ambulation Excess Hip ER, restricted IR Genu Varum, medial compartmental pain Tibial IR compensation Femoral torsion less than 8 deg Relatively uncommon
Contract Relax (CR)
Technique to increase ROM. When muscle reaches point of limitation, patient performs maximal contraction of antagonistic muscle group. Therapist resists movement for 8-10 seconds, then lets patient relax. Dev. Sequence: Mobility
Midbrain (Mesencephalon)
Tectum: -Superior and inferior Colliculi Tegmentum: -Cerebral Aquedut -Periaqueductal Gray -Reticular Formation -Substantia Nigra -Red Nucleus
Title IV of ADA
Telecommunications. - All televisions must have closed captioning - Relay svcs 24 hr/day, 7 days/wk
TMJ Elevation (closing)
Temporalis Masseter Medial Pterygoid
Transient Ischemic Attack
Temporary interruption of blood supply, symptoms resolve in 24-48 hours. Most often at carotid and vertebrobasilar arteries.
Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency (BOT-2)
Test of motor function for kids 4 to 21 years old. Assesses motor coordination and balance
Nerve Conduction Velocity
Test that measures how fast an impulse travels along a nerve. Can pinpoint an area of nerve damage. Rules out peripheral neuropathies, CTS, demyelination, and peripheral nerve compression Compromise: Latency increases, velocity decreases. NOTE: will only test distal component of peripheral nerve. Cannot detect abnormalities in lesions proximal to dorsal root ganglion
Motor Index Scoring for SCI
Testing each muscle using 0-5 scoring, total of 25 points per extremity for total possible score of 100
Anterior Labral Tear Test (FADDIR)
Tests anterior-superior impingement syndrome, anterior labial tear, & iliopsoas tendinitis. Patient supine. Examiner takes the hip to full flexion, lateral rotation and full Abduction as a starting position. Examiner then extends hip combined with medial rotation and adduction. (+) pain or the production of the patient's symptoms with or without a click. Note: (FADDIR) = flexion adduction internal rotation.
Neurogenic Reflexive Bladder
The bladder empties reflexively for a patient with an injury above the level of T12. The sacral reflex arc remains intact.
homonymous hemianopsia
The loss of the right or left half of the field of vision in both eyes.
Independent variable
The experimental factor that is manipulated; the variable whose effect is being studied.
Dependent variable
The outcome factor; the variable that may change in response to manipulations of the independent variable.
Ultrasound Duty Cycle
The fraction of time the US is on over one pulse period time on/time on+time off
Constructional Apraxia
The inability to reproduce geometric figures and designs. A person is often unable to visually analyze how to perform a task
Aorta
The large arterial trunk that carries blood from the heart to be distributed by branch arteries through the body. Begins at L Ventricle, descends within thorax, and passes into abdominal cavity
Postural Drainage: Apical segments right and left upper lobes
The patient is in a sitting position, leaning back 30-40 degrees. Percussion and vibration are performed above the clavicles.
Postural Drainage: Superior segments left and right lower lobes
The patient is prone with the bed horizontal. Percussion and vibration are performed below the inferior border of the left and right scapulae.
Postural Drainage: Right middle lobe
The patient is turned 1/4 from supine on the left side with the foot of the bed elevated 12 inches. Percussion and vibration are performed over the right chest between the axilla and the right nipple.
Postural Drainage: Lingula Left upper lobe
The patient is turned 1/4 from supine on the right side with the foot of the bed elevated 12 inches. Percussion and vibration are performed over the left chest between the axilla and the left nipple.
Sinus tarsi
The superior portion of the calcaneus contains a groove called the calcaneal sulcus. The inferior portion of the talus contains a matching groove called the sulcus tali. Collectively, these two sulci form the:
Vital Capacity (VC)
The total volume of air that can be exhaled after maximal inhalation. Approximately 75% of total lung volume. Tidal Volume (TV) + Inspiratory Reserve Volume (IRV) + Expiratory Reserve Capacity (ERV)
Grind test (thumb)
Therapist applies compression and rotation through first metacarpal. Positive for pain and may be indicative of DJD in CMC joint
S3
Third heart sound, also called "ventricular gallop". Vibrations from distended ventricle walls due to passive flow of blood from atria during filling phase of diastole. Normal in healthy young children, called "physiologic". May be associated with heart failure in adults.
Soleus
Tibial nerve S1, S2
Rooting Reflex
Touch on cheek causes baby to turn head to same side with mouth open. Normal Age: 28 weeks of gestation to 3 months Interferes with oral motor devt, visual tracking, devt of midline control of head
Superficial Wound
Trauma to the skin, epidermis remains intact. Will heal with inflammatory process -non-blistering sunburn
Semirigid Bandages
Treated gauze applied to distal extremity, usually applied wet and dries hard. Used to treat venous stasis ulcers. Unna boot is example, made of zinc oxide impregnated gauze 35-40 mmHg
Hemodialysis
Treatment process for patients with advanced and permanent kidney failure. This process removes blood from the body, cleanses the blood, and returns it to the body. Patient must attend 3x/week for 3-5 hours at a time. Side effects may include anemia, pruritus, sleep disorders, and amyloidosis (amyloid deposits in organs and tissue)
Lobes of the lung
Tri to be Right: 3 for the right, 2 for the left R has Upper, Middle and Lower L has Upper and Lower
Cubital Fossa
Triangular space at anterior elbow bordered by brachioradialis, pronator teres, brachialis, and humeral epicondyles. Contains: Biceps brachii tendon, median nerve, radial nerve, brachial artery, median cubital vein
Elbow Extension
Triceps Brachii Anconeus
Radial Nerve (EX)
Triceps brachii Anconeus Ext.carpi rad. br. & long. Brachioradialis Ext.dig., Ext.dig.min., Ext.carpi uln. Supinator Abd.poll.long& br Ext.poll.long., Ext. indices
Rinne's Test
Tuning fork struck and placed on mastoid bone of suspected side, while asking patient to report when sound is no longer heard. Then, tuning fork is placed 2 cm from auditory canal. Conductive: If pt is not able to hear tuning fork when moved from mastoid to outside ear Sensorineural: Patient is able to hear tuning fork outside ear longer than when held against mastoid, and reports sound has stopped before tuning fork stops vibrating
Interferential current
Two alternating biphasic waveforms, producing an alternating higher/lower amplitude at their intersection. Comfy for patients, low amps to skin and higher amps to deeper tissues -Uses: pain relief, increased circulation, muscle stimulation
Passive insufficiency
Two joint muscle is lengthened over both joints simultaneously
Adductor pollicis
Ulnar nerve C8, T1
Flexor carpi ulnaris
Ulnar nerve C8, T1
Flexor digiti minimi brevis (hand)
Ulnar nerve C8, T1
Opponens digiti minimi
Ulnar nerve C8, T1
Palmar interossei
Ulnar nerve C8, T1
Palmaris brevis
Ulnar nerve C8, T1
Dorsal interossei (hand)
Ulnar nerve, palmar branch C8, T1
Ventricular Fibrillation
Uncoordinated contraction of ventricles, asynchronous and ineffective. No cardiac output, patient becomes unconscious. This arrhythmia is lethal and requires immediate defib.
Static lumbar traction
Used if patient's symptoms are exaggerated by movement.
Quick Stretch
Used to activate muscles that have difficulty initiating contraction
Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)
Used to facilitate skeletal muscle activity. Therapist aligns electrodes over muscle belly in parallel, separated by minimum of two inches. PPS: 35-50 Duty Cycle: 1/5 on/off ratio (10 seconds, on, 50 seconds off) Ramp: 1-4 seconds Treatment: 10-20 contractions
Manual Resistance
Used to facilitate weak muscles, or facilitate desired motion
Thoracolumbosacral Orthotic Brace (TLSO)
Used to prevent all trunk motions, post-surgical stabilization.
Timing for Emphasis
Used to strengthen weak component of a motor pattern. Isotonic and isometric contractions produce overflow to weak muscles.
Types of Precision Grips
Used when accurate and precies hand movements are needed. -Digital Prehension (Three finger pinch): Pad to Pad contact between thumb, index finger, and middle finger. Pencil -Lateral Prehension: Contact between thumb and lateral side of index finger. Key -Tip Prehension: Thumb opposition (tip to tip). Needle
Types of Power Grips
Used when strong grip is needed, involves stabilization of the object against the palm of the hand. Fingers in flexion, wrist is in ulnar deviation and slight extension -Cylindrical: Entire hand wraps around object. Soda can -Fist: Thumb and fingers overlap. Hammer -Spherical: Fingers are separated from one another. Baseball -Hook: Second and third IP joints create a "hook". Pail handle
Balloon Valvuloplasty
Uses balloon tipped catheter to open narrow valve and increase blood flow
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Uses magnetic field and radio waves to create 3D images of heart and blood vessels to assess size and function of chambers, thickness and movement of walls, extent of damage from MI, structural problems, presence of plaques.
Cardiac Ablation
Uses radio frequencies or chemicals to destroy areas of myocardium identified by electrophysiologic testing to be causing cardiac arrhythmia. Is an optino for pts with tachyarrhythmias that cannot be controlled by meds, or Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome
Carotid Ultrasound
Uses soundwaves to examine carotid arteries to screen for blockages, evaluate stent placement, or function of artery post endarterectomy
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (Vacuum Assisted Closure) or Wound VAC
Uses suction to remove drainage and speed wound healing. -Used for wounds that can't be closed by primary intention (dehisced surgical incisions, full-thickness wounds, heavily draining granular wounds, ulcers) -Don't use over areas of malignancy, insufficient vascularity, large amounts of eschar, or fistulas.
Mechanical Ventilation
Using a machine to move air into and out of the lungs, using positive pressure to increase intrathoracic pressure.
Autolytic Debridement
Using the body's own enzymes to remove nonviable tissue. Establishes moist wound environment that rehydrates necrotic tissue and eschar, facilitating enzymatic digestion. -Transparent films -Hydrocolloids -Hydrogels -Alginates Requires longer healing period, should not be performed on infected wounds
CN X
Vagus Sensory: Pharynx, larynx, bronchi, taste in tongue/epiglottus Motor: Muscles of palate, pharynx, larynx. Thoracic and ab viscera Test: Gag reflex, ability to swallow, "Say ahhhhh"
Innervation of Lungs
Vagus nerve for Parasymatpethc innervation, Postganglionic sympathetic fibers for sympathetic
Criterion-related Validity
Validity of a measurement established by comparing it to the gold-standard
Percentiles
Value below which a certain percent of observations will fall. 20th percentile is the value or score below which 20% of scores will fall
Mode
Value that occurs most frequently
Elbow Ligamentous Instability Tests
Varus Stress Test: Tests LCL. Positive for increased laxity compared to opposite side, apprehension, or pain. Positive test may indicate LCL sprain Valgus Stress Test: Tests MCL. Positive for increased laxity compared to contralateral limb, apprension, or pain. Positive tests may be indicative of MCL sprain
Random Practice
Varying practice amongst different tasks
Heart blood flow
Vena Cava Right Atria Tricuspid Valve Right Ventricle Semilunar Pulmonary Valve Pulmonary Artery Pulmonary Vein Left Atria Bicuspid Valve Left Ventricle Semilunar Aortic Valve Aorta
Right Hemisphere CVA Symptoms
Weakness, paralysis of contralateral side Hemianopsia on contralateral side Decreased attention span Decreased awareness and judgement Memory deficits Inattention to contralateral side Decreased abstract reasoning Emotional lability Impulsive behavior Decreased spatial orientation
Left Hemisphere CVA Symptoms
Weakness, paralysis of contralateral side Hemianopsia on contralateral side Increased frustration Decreased processing Possible aphasia (expressive, receptive, global) Possible dysphagia Possible motor apraxia Decreased discrimination between L and R
Excessive Knee extension during IC-Loading response (Transtibial prosthesis)
What should happen: knee flexes between 8-10 deg to allow for weight acceptance Deviation: Pt keeps knee extended on prosthetic side, making the limb longer and reducing shock absorption C/O: Walking uphill and distal anterior stump pain CAUSES: 1. Too soft cushioned heel, allowing for too much PF too quickly. PF = Knee EXT, DF = Knee flex 2. Posteriorly Displaced Socket or Anteriorly set Prosthetic Foot, setting knee posterior to foot in IC, causing LOG to be in front of knee, and causing extensor moment
active insufficiency
When a 2 joint muscle contracts (shortens) across both joints simultaneously
Galant Reflex
When baby's trunk is touched from shoulder to hip, baby's trunk will laterally flex to side of stimulus. Normal age: 30 weeks of gestation to 2 months
Global Aphasia
When both production and understanding of language is damaged. Combination of Broca's and Wernicke's. typically MCA with lesion in frontal and temporal lobes
Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex (ATNR)
When face is turned to one side, arm and leg on face side are extended, arm and leg on scalp side are flexed. Normal Age: 0-6 months Interferes with feeding, visual tracking, bilateral hand use, rolling
Symmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex (STNR)
When head is in flexion, arms are flexed and legs are extended. When head is in extension, arms extended and legs flexed. term-369 Normal Age: 6-8 months Arms follow the head, Legs go opposite.
Bronchial breath sound
When heard NOT over trachea, can indicate pneumonia
Laceration
Wound or irregular tear of tissue associated with trauma. Can result from shear, tension, or high force compression
Tertiary Intention (Delayed Primary Intention) Healing
Wound remains open, and when risk factors for complications have been alleviated, wound is closed with primary intention. Risk factors for complications like sepsis or dehiscence: wounds with significant edema, debris contamination, high risk for infection, questionable vascular integrity.
Penetrating wound
Wound that enters interior of organ or cavity
Secondary Intention Healing
Wounds close on their own without superficial closure, edges are not approximated. Usually significant tissue loss or necrosis, irregular or nonviable wound margins. Require ongoing wound care and have larger scars. Neuropathic, arterial, venous, pressure ulcers Most Full-thickness wounds Chronically inflamed wounds
C6 Resistive Test
Wrist Extension
Ottawa Ankle Rules
X-ray is only required if pain in malleolar Zone AND ANY ONE of following 1. Bone tenderness along distal 6 cm of posterior edge of tibia or tip of medial malleolus 2. Bone tenderness along distal 6 cm of posterior edge of fibula or tip of lateral malleolus 3. Inability to WB immediately and in ER for four steps
Slough Tissue
Yellow green, or grey necrotic tissue described as moist, stringy, or mucinous. Tends to be loosely attached in clumps to wound bed
Purulent Exudate
Yellow/Green color Thick, viscous consistency Indicator of wound infection, always considered abnormal
Alpha Adrenergic Antagonist Agents
Zosins Reduce peripheral vascular tone by blocking Alpha-1-adrenergic receptors, causing dilation of arterioles and decreasing BP Indications: HTN, BPP PT: Caution when rising from sitting or lying bc of dizziness/orthostatic hypotension. Examples: Cardura/doxazosin, Minipress (prazosin), Hytrin (Terazosin)
Traumatic Brain Injury
a blow to the head or a penetrating head injury that damages the brain. Leading risk factor is MVA, then falls, high risk behaviors, and gunshot wounds
Lipedema
a chronic abnormal condition that is characterized by the accumulation of fat and fluid in the tissues just under the skin of the hips and legs Normally functioning lymphatic system!!! -Female Dominant -Bilateral/Symmetrical (lymphedema is unilateral) -Often due to hormonal imbalance -Negative Stemmer's sign -Swelling stops at wrists/ankles
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
a common cause of vertigo that occurs when there is a shift in the location of small crystals in the semicircular canals 2 types: Canalithiasis and cupolithiasis. Canalithiasis is more common. Assessed using Dix-Hallpike test and treated with canalith repositioning techniques. Will not have positive Romberg
Cheyne-Stokes Breathing
a distinct pattern of breathing characterized by quickening and deepening respirations followed by a period of apnea. -Crescendo and decrescendo -end-of-life transitioning -stroke, TBI, CHF, brainstem, opioid.
Predictive Validity
a form of criterion-related in which validity is measured by how predictive it is of a future event. (use of GPA as admission criteria based on presumed ability to predict future academic success)
Internal Fixation
a fracture treatment in which a plate or pins are placed directly into the bone to hold the broken pieces in place
External Fixation
a fracture treatment procedure in which pins are placed through the soft tissues and bone so that an external appliance can be used to hold the pieces of bone firmly in place during healing Allows for stability and earlier mobility
Cystic Fibrosis
a genetic disease that causes the body to produce unusually thick, sticky mucus that leads to life threatening lung infections, obstructs pancreas, and inhibits normal digestion/absorption of food. Most common complication is exacerbation of obstructive pulmonary disease Sxs: Salty tasting skin, persitent/productive cough, frequent lung infections, failure to thrive, frequent greasy/bulky stools PFT: Decreased FEV1 and PVC, increased FRC and RV. Tx: Antibiotics, muculytics, bronchodilators, airway clearance, breathing techniques, ventilatory msucle training.
Carcinoma
a malignant tumor that occurs in epithelial tissue. More specifically named by characteristics (large cell carcinoma, adenocarcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma are all lung carcinomas) 80% of all cancer in the USA is carcinoma
CT Scan
a series of x-ray photographs taken from different angles and combined by computer into a composite representation of a slice through the body. *Allows for pictures of coronary arteries to be taken without need for catheterization
Z plasty
a surgical procedure to eliminate a scar contracture, an incision in the shape of a z allows the contracture to change configuration and lengthen the scar
MRI
a technique that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to produce computer-generated images that distinguish among different types of soft tissue; allows us to see structures within the brain Rules out tumors, MS, and had trauma.
Whispered Pectoriloquy
a whispered phrase heard through the stethoscope that sounds faint and inaudible over normal lung tissue
Antiepileptic agents
also known as anticonvulsants, they are used to reduce the frequency of seizures by inhibition of cerebral neurons. -Seconal/Secobarbital -Clonazepam/Klonopin -Valproic Acid -Phenytoin/Dilantin -Carbamazepine -Gabapentin -Methsuximide
Diaphragmatic Breathing
breathing with the use of the diaphragm to achieve maximum inhalation and slow respiratory rate. Cue: "Breathe into your belly" Who: Restrictive lung condition, Hypoxemia, Tachypnea, Atelectasis, Anxiety, Excess Pulmonary Secretions When: To improve O2 sats, resolve atelectasis, decrease anxiety, mobilize secretions
-phylline
bronchodilators asthma or colds dilate large air passages Aminophylline, theophylline
Suprapubic Catheter
catheter inserted into the bladder through a small abdominal incision above the pubic area, performed under general anesthesia
Ganglia
clusters of cell bodies in the PNS. They give rise to peripheral and central nerve fibers.
Muscles of inspiration
diaphragm (C3-C5), external intercostals (T2-T12), pectoralis minor, scalenes (C3-C7), sternocleidomastoid, serratus Diaphragm expands chest longitudinally and elevates lower ribs to allow for inspiration
Ideational Apraxia
difficulty conceptualizing planned, multistep movements
D1 Extension UE
extension, abduction, internal rotation
D2 Extension LE
extension, adduction, external rotation
D2 Extension UE
extension, adduction, internal rotation. Sheathing the sword.
Tectospinal tract
extrapyramidal motor tract responsible for contralateral postural muscle tone associated with auditory/visual stimuli
Reticulospinal tract
extrapyramidal motor tract responsible for facilitation or inhibition of voluntary and reflex activity through the influence on alpha and gamma motor neurons
Knowledge of Performance (KP)
extrinsic feedback given by clinicians to patients about performance variables such as ROM, muscular force, coordination of extremity's movement in space. Most effective KP is info about critical components of the actions and provides prescriptive info about how to correct errors.
Pulmonary Edema
fluid accumulation in the alveoli and bronchioles, most often seen with L Ventricular heart failure. Pressure increases in L atrium, then into pulmonary veins and capillaries, causing fluid to be pushed through capillary walls into alveoli. Can be noncardiac due to increased capillary permeabilityfrom pneumonia, toxins, meds, RDS. Acute pulmonary edema is life threatening. Sxs: SOB, feeling of suffocating, wheezing, coughing w/blood tinged sputum, chest pain and irregular pulse Tx: Supplemental O2 and meds
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
gentle manual treatment which improves the activity of the lymph vascular system; re-routes lymph flow around blocked areas into more centrally located healthy lymph vessels. Treatment first directed at uninvolved areas to prepare for new lymph flow, then towards involved areas.
Urge Urinary Incontinence
loss of urine after a sudden, intense urge to void due to the detrusor muscle of the bladder involuntarily contracting during bladder filling. Common in geriatric population and among residents in long-term care facilities Sxs: Urination triggered due to conditioned reflex, i.e. "key in lock" syndrome or running water Tx: Behavior modification, biofeedback, pelvic floor strengthening, and bladder retraining via scheduled voiding
Trendelenburg position
lying on back with body tilted so that the head is lower than the feet
Components of Lymphatic System
lymph, lymphatic vessels, lymphatic tissue, lymphatic organs (thymus, bone marrow, spleen, tonsils, Peyer patches in small intestine)
Intracranial pressure monitor
measures the pressure exerted against the skull using pressure sensing devices placed inside the skull Used for closed head injury, cerebral hemorrhage, overproduction of CSF or brain tumor
Cuneiforms
medial, intermediate, lateral
Viscerogenic pain:
pain that originates from the kidneys, sacroiliac, pelvic lesions, and retroperitoneal tumors pain is neither aggravated by activity nor relieved by rest Examples: Kehr's Sign: Positive when pressure to upper abdomen or supine position reproduces L shoulder pain. Blood accumulates in abdominal cavity, often due to spleen rupture, causing irritation of diaphragm and phrenic nerve (C3-5) that refers pain to L shoulder. Gallstones: Gallbladder's innervation from mid-thoracic spinal segments leads to right upper abdonem or interscapular pain. May refer to R shoulder if diaphragm is irritated. Myocardial Infarction: Heart is innervated with C3-T4 spinal segments, and patients may experience pain on L side of body in chest, midback, shoulder, arm, neck, or jaw.
Causalgia
persistent, severe burning pain that usually follows an injury to a sensory nerve
-afil
phosphodiesterase inhibitor (PDE inhibitor) ex. sildenafil (Viagra) -Tx of erectile dysfunction **do not give with other vasodilating agents
Ventilation-Perfusion Scan (Lung Scan or VQ scan)
radioactive substance is injected IV; scan views blood flow to lungs (perfusion) OR radioactive substance is inhaled showing how well O2 is distributed in lungs
Venography
radiography of a vein after injection of a contrast medium to detect incomplete filling of a vein, indicating an obstruction
Main lymphatic ducts
right lymphatic duct: drains lymph from right side of arm and head thoracic duct: drains lymph from rest of body These vessels dump directly into venous system via subclavian veins
Extensor Synergy UE
scapular Protraction/depression shoulder adduction/internal rotation elbow extension, forearm pronation wrist and finer flexion/extension
Flexor synergy UE
scapular Retraction & elevation shoulder abduction & external rotation elbow flexion, forearm supination wrist flexion, and finger flexion
Paced Breathing and exhale with effort.
strategy to decrease work of breathing and prevent dyspnea during activity. Allows those who experience SOB during activity to participate. EWE is a breathing strategy to prevent patients from holding their breath.
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
surgical technique to bring a new blood supply to heart muscle by detouring around blocked arteries. Procedure joins patient's own saphenous vein, internal thoracic/mammary artery or radial artery to connect the affected artery above and below occlusion
Tibial nerve injury can be caused by
tarsal tunnel entrapment, popliteal fossa compression
Thalamus
the brain's sensory switchboard, located on top of the brainstem; it directs messages to the sensory receiving areas in the cortex and transmits replies to the cerebellum and medulla and appropriate association cortex. Coordinates sensory perception and movement.
Cardiac Catheterization
thin, flexible tube is guided into the heart via a vein or an artery. Can evaluate occlusion of coronary arteries and measure heart BP and oxygenation. Coronary Angioplasty is performed using cardiac catheterization.
Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)
timed test that measures the rate at which red blood cells settle through a volume of plasma Increased in presence of rheumatics, HIV, infections, and collagen vascular disease
Primary Intention Healing
tissue surfaces are approximated (closed) using staples, sutures, or adhesive, and there is minimal or no tissue loss, formation of minimal granulation tissue and scarring Common in acute wounds with minimal tissue loss. -Superficial partial thickness wounds (blisters, abrasions) -Punctures -Surgical Incisions -Lacerations
Cruciform ligament
transverse ligament of atlas and vertical ligament from skull; holds body of C2 and dens to the inside of the skull. Limits upper cervical flexion and atlantoaxial translation
Wheeze
whistling or sighing sound heard on auscultation that results from narrowing of the lumen of the respiratory passageway. Indication: Bronchospasm, edema, collapse, secretions, foreign body, neoplasm
Lumbar Spinal Puncture
withdrawal of cerebrospinal fluid from between two lumbar vertebrae. Most commonly at L-3-4. Used to rule out meningitis, tumor, infection, and hemorrhage
Electrophysiologic Testing
• Evaluates rhythm or electrical conduction abnormalities of heart using 3-5 catheters inserted into a blood vessel and threaded to the heart • Help to locate abnormal tissue that causes cardiac arrhythmias
TMJ Depression (opening)
-Lateral Pterygoid -Suprahyoid -Infrahyoid
Finger Extension
Extensor digitorum Extensor Indicis Extensor Digiti Minimi
Thumb Flexion
Flexor pollicis Longus and Brevis Opponens Pollicis
TMJ Side to side
Medial/Lateral pterygoid Masseter Temporalis
GH Horizontal Abduction
Posterior delt Infraspinatus Teres Minor
Cervical Flexion
SCM Longus Colli Scalenes
Glenohumeral Joint: -Motions -Loose-packed position -Close-Packed Position -Capsular Pattern
-Motions: Flex, Ext, AB/ADD, Ext/Internal Rotation -Loose-packed position: 55 degrees abduction, 30 degrees horizontal adduction (scaption) -Close-Packed Position: ABD and Ext Rotation -Capsular Pattern: External Rotation, Abduction, Internal Rotation
Radiocarpal joint Motions: -Loose-packed position -Close-Packed Position -Capsular Pattern
-Motions: Flexion, extension, radial/ulnar deviation -Loose-packed position: Neutral with slight ulnar deviation -Close-Packed Position: Extension with radial deviation -Capsular Pattern: Flex/ext equal
Finger Abduction
Dorsal Interossei (DAB) Abductor Digiti Minimi
Wrist Flexion
Flexor Carpi Radialis Flexor Carpi Ulnaris Palmaris Longus
Toe Flexion
Flexor Digitorum Longus/Brevis Flexor Hallucis Longus, Brevis Flexor Digiti Minimi Longus Quadratus Plantae Lumbricals
Finger Flexion
Flexor Digitorum Superficialis/Profundus Flexor Digiti Minimi Interossei Lumbricals
GH Extension
Latissimus dorsi Teres major Posterior deltoid Triceps brachii (long head)
Motions in the transverse plane
internal and external rotation
AC Joint -Motions -Loose-packed position -Close-Packed Position -Capsular Pattern
-Motions: Anterior/Posterior Tilting, Upward/Downward Rotation, Protraction/Retraction -Loose-packed position: Arm at side -Close-Packed Position: Arm abducted to 90 degrees -Capsular Pattern: Pain at extremes of range of movement
Humeroradial Joint -Motions -Loose-packed position -Close-Packed Position -Capsular Pattern
-Motions: Flexion, extension, supination, pronation -Loose-packed position: Full ext, supination -Close-Packed Position: 90 deg flex, 5 deg supination -Capsular Pattern: Flex, Ext, Supination, Pronation
Humeroulnar Joint -Motions -Loose-packed position -Close-Packed Position -Capsular Pattern
-Motions: Flexion/extension -Loose-packed position: 70 deg elbow ext, 10 deg supination -Close-Packed Position: Ext -Capsular Pattern: Flex, ext
Carpal Tunnel
-Space between carpal bones and flexor retinaculum, and the median nerve runs through this structure. -Tenosynovitis, inflammation of retinaculum, or anything that decreases the space may result in compression of the median nerve.
Cervical Extension
Cervical erector spinae (Iliocostalis, Longissimus, Semispinalis cervicis) Splenius Cervicis Multifidus Trapezius
Elbow Joints
Humeroradial Humeroulnar Proximal Radioulnar
Hip Flexion
Iliopsoas Sartorius Rectus Femoris Pectineus
Hip Bursae
Iliopsoas: between anterior joint capsule and iliopsoas tendon Trochanteric: between greater trochanter and different glute muscles Ischiogluteal: between ischium and glute max
GH Abduction
Middle delt Supraspinatus
Multi-axial joint
Plane: carpal joints Ball and socket: hip joint, GH
Thoracic/Lumbar Rotation/Lateral Bending
Psoas major Quadratus lumborum External oblique Internal oblique Multifidus Longissimus thoracis Iliocostalis thoracis Rotatores
Cervical Rotation and Sidebending
SCM Scalenes Splenius, Longissimus, Iliocostalis Cervicis Levator Scap Multifidus
Scapula Protraction
Serratus anterior Pec minor
Hip Internal (Medial) Rotation
TFL Glute Med/Min Pectineus Adductor Longus
TMJ Retrusion
Temporalis Masseter Digastric
Dorsiflexion
Tibialis Anterior Extensor Hallucis Longus Extensor Digitorum Longus Peroneus Tertius
Inversion
Tibialis Posterior/Anterior Flexor Digitorum Longus