Chapter 7: Diseases and Conditions of the Musculoskeletal System: Prognosis Flashcards
What is the prognosis of Fibromyalgia
generally control the condition and return to normal function with understanding of symptoms
What is the prognosis of Lordosis
may never cause symptoms, but patients who do have symptoms usually respond to conservative management techniques
What is the prognosis of Kyphosis
depends on cause; outcome results from accurate diagnosis and early treatment
What is the prognosis of Scoliosis
depends on the severity of curvature; acurate diagnosis and early treatment improve it greatly
What is the prognosis of Osteoarthritis
depends on severity and location of involved joints
What is the prognosis of Lyme Disease
curable with antibiotics; depends on how early of detection;
What is the prognosis of Bursitis
curable; treatment and proper attention to any underlying cause, excellent outlook
What is the prognosis of Ostemyelitis
curable; depends on amount of bone and/or joint damage as result of infection
What is the prognosis of Gout
proper management, potential damage to bones and joints can be avoided
What is the prognosis of Paget’s Disease (Osteitis Deformans)
few symptoms are noted; medication can relieve pain
What is the prognosis of Marfan’s Syndrome
can be disabled because of spinal deformity; major risks are rupture of blood vessels, particularly aorta
What is the prognosis of Bone Tumors
tumor type, extent of disease at presentation and location
What is the prognosis of Muscle Tumors
worsens with increasing tumor grade; deep tumor locations, large and metastases are all bad
What is the prognosis of Osteoporosis
depends on factors including age, mobility severity of bone loss, underlying cause, and complications related to fractures
What is the prognosis of Osteomalacia and Rickets
depends to extent on how early the condition is detected; severity and underlying condition can cause complications like fractures
What is the prognosis of Hallux Valgus (Bunion)
proper footwear can be tolerated without surgical inteention; surgery can be curative
What is the prognosis of Hallux Rigidus
proper footwear and medicatio to relieve intermittent pain, often tolerated without surgery
What is the prognosis of Hammer Toe
proper footwear and monitoring for secondary infection improves outcome
What is the prognosis of Fractures
depends on location, severity, complications, and presence of underlying disease
What is the prognosis of Strains and Sprains
healing of a strain or sprain usually requires 2 to 4 weeks, or longer with more serious degrees; patient participates in progressive rehabilitation program
What is the prognosis of Dislocations
amount of damage to the tissue of the joint and overall strength of adjacent muscles
What is the prognosis of Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder)
severity and duration of condition, and presence of underlying joint disorders
What is the prognosis of Severed Tendon
depends on tendon involved and result of surgery; permanent muscle atrophy can occur
What is the prognosis of Shin Splints
very good for complete recovery; can be prolonged for serious athletes
What is the prognosis of Plantar Fasciitis (Calcaneal Spur)
generally very good in response conservative management
What is the prognosis of Ganglion
ganglia are usually harmless and do not impair function
What is the prognosis of Torn Meniscus
respond very well to surgical treatments
What is the prognosis of Rotator Cuff Tears
minor tears heal in response to conservative measures; major tears require surgery
