Assesments/ Tx Flashcards
Goni?
Dynamometer?
Volumeter?
What do these test for
ROM
Strength
Edema
Barthel
Assess I in ADL
Observation of performance
Good predictor for LOS
2 ways to describe edema
Pitting
Brawny
For sensation, SCI is assessed how?
Peripheral injury?
SCI- proximal to distal
Peripheral- distal to proximal
What is the order of return?
Localized touch, pain, light touch, moving touch
Pain
Moving
Light
Localized
Name 4 coordination and dexterity assessments
Purdue pegboard Minnesota rate of manipulation Nine hole peg Jebson hand function Oconnor tweezer
Isometrics are contraindicated for what diagnoses?
HTN
Cardiovascular
3 edema Tx’s
Elevate Retrograde massage Compression garments Cold packs Contrast bath
Name 3 scar management Tx’s
Early mobilization: ROM Massage: circles and friction Compression Scar pad Splinting
Which PAM is good for desensitization
Fluidotherapy
Name 4 energy conserv or work simp Tx’s
Short rest periods Balance work tasks Gather ALL items 1st Carry ALL items in trip Eliminate unnecessary steps Sit and work Adaptive equipment Electrical appliances Rest
Name 3 joint protection methods
Use strongest joints for tasks
Avoid holding joints too long
Be cautious of pain
Avoid deformity positions
Name 3 body mechanic principles
Keep object close to body Broad base of support Bend at knees and hips Back straight Lift with legs Breathe Dont rotate trunk
What splint to use? Brachial plexus injury Median nerve injury C6 C7 Cubital tunnel syndrome
Flail arm splint.
Oppenens or Cbar splint.
Tendonesis.
Elbow 30• flexed
What splint to use? Flexor tendon Swan neck Spasticity Muscle weakness: ALS, SCI, GB
Dorsal blocking
Silver ring or buttonhole.
Cone.
BFO or deltoid sling.
Name 3 general PAM contraindications
Cancer Pacemaker Pregnancy Cognitive decline Sensory impairment Vascular impairment
What is whirlpool used for?
Contrast bath?
Wound debridement and cleaning
Edema control
What is cryotherapy used for?
Ultrasound?
Pain relieve, edema control, abnormal tone.
Pain relieve, inflammation, tissue extensibility, decrease adhesions.