DSA Interprofessonal MSK Medical Management Flashcards
What is the education requirement for massage therapists?
completion of accredited massage therapy program (647 hours of training) & continuing education while in practice
What are some techniques used by massage therapists?
Swedish Massage (hypertonicity) Deep Tissue (trigger points) Shiatsu (rhythmic pressure on precise points of body) Lymphatic Massage (edema) Rolfing (align structure)
Who can perform acupuncture?
physicians can practice acupuncture in most states w/o formal certification
What is acupuncture?
combo of traditional thought of encouraging flow of qi mixed w/ modern thought of recruiting neuroanatomical activities in segment
What is acupuncture used for?
nausea, pain, HA, allergies, menstrual cramps, OA
What is the neuro-anatomical basis of acupuncture tx?
needle stimulates neuro-chemical response where body releases mediators of healing (MOs, substance P) as fascia grabs on to solid needle
What is yoga and its ultimate goal?
a group of physical, mental, spiritual practices that is a lifestyle change
ultimate goal is moksha (liberation)
What is the Feldenkrais type of yoga?
uses gentle movement & directed attention to help people learn new & more effective ways of living w/ their bodies
When is yoga prescribed?
for hypertonicitiy issues, scoliotic issues
What is a speech language pathologist?
SLPs work to prevent, assess, diagnose & treat language, social communication, cognitive-communication & swallowing disorders in children & adults
What is the education requirement for SLPs?
SLP is 2yr master’s degree
Clinic DR is 2yr program after master’s degree
Where do SLPs practice?
in patient, outpatient therapy & in schools
Why would you refer to an SLP?
disorders w/ speech, language, social communication, cognitive communication, swallowing
What is occupational therapy?
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
What are the education requirements for OT?
OTR is master’s degree
OTD is 2-3 yr program
What is the major goal of OT tx?
reduce the cost of health care & get pts back to work
What services do OTs provide?
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
What is a physical therapist?
movement experts who optimize quality of life thru prescribed exercise, hands-on care & pt education
What are the education requirements for PT?
DPT (3 yr program after bachelor’s degree w/ 80% in class, 20% in clinic)
What are some techniques used by PTs?
US (tendon injuries, pain relief) Phonophoresis (inflammation) Iontophoresis (inflammation) Laser Therapy Electric Stimulation (neuropathic pain, spasm, chronic back issues)
What is a chiropractor?
complementary & alternative medicine which focuses on manipulation of MSK system, especially the spine
What are the education requirements for a chiropractor?
DR is 4yr doctoral program
What conditions do chiropractors tx & when is recommended?
tx low back pain, radiculopathy, whiplash & neck neck
ideal for pts who need more frequent txs (2-3 times per week)
What is an ONMM?
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)
What is the difference btwn an ONMM & neurosurgeon?
ONMM is non-surgical, procedural based
What is a neurosurgeon?
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)
What conditions do neurosurgeons tx?
spinal stenosis, cauda equina syndrome, spondylolisthesis
What conditions do ONMM tx?
infants w/ plagiocephaly, toticollis, feeding issues
adults w/ sport injuries, MS, CP. post-stroke, ANY PAIN
