DSA Interprofessonal MSK Medical Management Flashcards

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What is the education requirement for massage therapists?

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completion of accredited massage therapy program (647 hours of training) & continuing education while in practice

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What are some techniques used by massage therapists?

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Swedish Massage (hypertonicity)
Deep Tissue (trigger points)
Shiatsu (rhythmic pressure on precise points of body)
Lymphatic Massage (edema)
Rolfing (align structure)
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Who can perform acupuncture?

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physicians can practice acupuncture in most states w/o formal certification

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What is acupuncture?

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combo of traditional thought of encouraging flow of qi mixed w/ modern thought of recruiting neuroanatomical activities in segment

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What is acupuncture used for?

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nausea, pain, HA, allergies, menstrual cramps, OA

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What is the neuro-anatomical basis of acupuncture tx?

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needle stimulates neuro-chemical response where body releases mediators of healing (MOs, substance P) as fascia grabs on to solid needle

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What is yoga and its ultimate goal?

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a group of physical, mental, spiritual practices that is a lifestyle change

ultimate goal is moksha (liberation)

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What is the Feldenkrais type of yoga?

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uses gentle movement & directed attention to help people learn new & more effective ways of living w/ their bodies

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When is yoga prescribed?

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for hypertonicitiy issues, scoliotic issues

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What is a speech language pathologist?

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SLPs work to prevent, assess, diagnose & treat language, social communication, cognitive-communication & swallowing disorders in children & adults

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What is the education requirement for SLPs?

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SLP is 2yr master’s degree

Clinic DR is 2yr program after master’s degree

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Where do SLPs practice?

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in patient, outpatient therapy & in schools

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Why would you refer to an SLP?

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disorders w/ speech, language, social communication, cognitive communication, swallowing

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What is occupational therapy?

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OTPs have holistic perspective in which focus is on adapting the enviro or task to fit the person & the person is an integral part of the therapy team

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What are the education requirements for OT?

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OTR is master’s degree

OTD is 2-3 yr program

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What is the major goal of OT tx?

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reduce the cost of health care & get pts back to work

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What services do OTs provide?

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an individualize eval to determine person’s goals

customized intervention to improve person’s ability to perform daily activities & reach goals

outcomes evaluation to ensure goals are being met & modify plan based on pt’s needs & skills

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What is a physical therapist?

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movement experts who optimize quality of life thru prescribed exercise, hands-on care & pt education

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What are the education requirements for PT?

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DPT (3 yr program after bachelor’s degree w/ 80% in class, 20% in clinic)

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What are some techniques used by PTs?

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US (tendon injuries, pain relief)
Phonophoresis (inflammation)
Iontophoresis (inflammation)
Laser Therapy
Electric Stimulation (neuropathic pain, spasm, chronic back issues)
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What is a chiropractor?

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complementary & alternative medicine which focuses on manipulation of MSK system, especially the spine

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What are the education requirements for a chiropractor?

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DR is 4yr doctoral program

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What conditions do chiropractors tx & when is recommended?

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tx low back pain, radiculopathy, whiplash & neck neck

ideal for pts who need more frequent txs (2-3 times per week)

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What is an ONMM?

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fully licensed physician w/ specialization in prevention, dx, tx, & rehab of disorders which affect any portion of MSK or nervous system (including brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, & cerebrovascular system)

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What is the difference btwn an ONMM & neurosurgeon?

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ONMM is non-surgical, procedural based

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What is a neurosurgeon?

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fully licensed physician w/ specialization in prevention, dx, surgical tx & rehab disorder of any portion of nervous system (brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, cerebrovascular system)

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What conditions do neurosurgeons tx?

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spinal stenosis, cauda equina syndrome, spondylolisthesis

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What conditions do ONMM tx?

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infants w/ plagiocephaly, toticollis, feeding issues

adults w/ sport injuries, MS, CP. post-stroke, ANY PAIN