Clinical Application Templates 568- Flashcards
Most common place for Achilles’ tendon rupture
1-2 inches above insertion to calcaneous
What special test is positive for achilles rupture
Thompson
O’Brien needle test could be used for
Achilles’ tendon rupture
There will be pain and weakness with what motion following Achilles’ tendon rupture
PF
What is thompson test result
No plantar flexion after squeezing the calf
What shoe modification should be made for someone with Achilles’ tendon rupture and for how long
Heel lift for 3-6 months
Would someone post Achilles rupture be able to stand on their toes
No
Age for highest risk of Achilles’ tendon rupture
30-50 (decreased blood flow)
What joint capsule is thckened with adhesive capsulitis
Anterior
Two types of adhesive capsulitis and how are they different
Primary - out of nowhere (but with diabetes, thyroid, etc.)
Secondary - from an underlying condition (shoulder trauma)
Best test for adhesive capsulitis
Arthrogram
What areas of the brain are affected with Alzheimer’s
Cerebral cortex and subcortical areas
Someone with end stage Alzheimer’s is more at risk for
Infection and pneumonia