6a] Treating Patients With Paraplegia- not really all of it. Flashcards
1
Q
How does the head to hips relationship work?
A
Utilizes voluntary head and/or shoulder movement in one direction to cause movement of the butt in the other direction
2
Q
Why is head to hips relationship important?
A
Saves time and energy
Decrease stress on the shoulders
Unweighs the butt
Anterior trunk positions help to mobilize large muscle groups
3
Q
How does passive tension work?
A
Using tension on paralyzed muscles to help produce movement in the absence of normal muscle control
4
Q
Common use of passive tension
A
Tenodesis for grasp
5
Q
Tennis ball
A
Put it under chin and if you lose it then you lost passive tension
6
Q
How much is needed for initial hip lifting?
A
68-71 degrees
