Exam 2 info Flashcards
What are the local lumbar stabilizers
Lumbar multifidus
Transverse abdominis
Internal oblique
What is significant about the lumbar multifidus
Contributes 70% of the muscular stabilizing force in the lower back
What is significant about the transverse abdominis
It is recruited first when the spine is loaded
How does spine stabilization training help patients
The spine is vulnerable Protects of articular surfaces Prevents reinjury Facilitates healing Decreases pain Prevents injury Improves performance
Define neutral spine in a non injured person
position in which a vertical force exerted through the spine allows equal weight transference to the WB surfaces
Describe a neutral spine in an injured poersin
Position or range of movement defined by a patients signs and symptoms, pathology and current musculature
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Most stable asymptomatic position of the trunk
What are some improper things to look out for during the ADIM
Movement of ribs, shoulders, pelvis Sucking in upper abdomen Holding breath Depressing the rib cage Pushing heels into surface Contracting glutes
What are some ADIM cues
Draw in abdominal wall Tighten abdominal wall Pull navel up and in Pull lower abdomen away from your pants Pull ASIS together
What is the best exercise for the multifidus
Prone hip extension
What is the exercise prescription for a person after a stroke
50-80% 1RM
1-3 sets
10-15 reps
2-3 min rest
What are the benefits of resistance exercise to a person with a stroke
Increased functional activity
reduced cardiac demands
How do you determine 1RM
12 rep max
stop when the patient can no longer perform the exercise safely
What exercise equipment is considered to deliver variable resistance
TheraBand Certain adjustable cable systems Hydraulic Weight machines Isokinetic
What exercise equipment offer constant external load
Free weights
Fixed cable machines
Weight machines
Functional movements
What is isotonic exercise and when would it be used in treat ment
Concentric eccentric lifting (load remains constant)
Late subacute and beyond
When is isometric exercise used`
Acute stage
What are some signs of overtraining
Drop in appetite, performance and energy High BP Muscle tenderness Sleep disturbances Frequent illness
What are some advantages of using mechanical resistance exercise equipment
Established quantitative baseline measurements
Used when strength exceeds therapists strength
adds variety
Improves strength and endurance
What are the advantages of weight machines
external support
Single muscle or muscle group
Easy to document
What are some disadvantages of weight machines
Nonfunctional
Single plane movements only
Compensations are easy to hide
Expensive
What are some advantages of isokinetic exercise
Max resistance through range Concentric and eccentric Accommodations for pain Exercise at functional speeds Used in research Used for pt. testing
What are some disadvantages of isokinetic exercise
Machines are expensive
Time consuming to set up the first time
What is the purpose of functional strengthening
Multiplanar movements
Using the MS and neural system together
Based on rehab program goals
How do you progress functional strengthening
Add weight Narrow base of support Decrease stability of base of support Increase excursion of limb movement Increase speed and direction of movement
Precautions for resistance exercise
Monitor vitals (if seated if LOB is of concern) underlying pathology Severity of impairment Co-morbidities Ability to cooperate and learn
Which type of contraction on the force velocity curve produces the most force
Fast eccentrics
When does DOMS peak
24-48 hours post training
How do eccentrics help tendons
Greater forces increase tendon strength
What is an example of an eccentric dosing regiment
3 sets 15 reps 7 days a week 12 weeks no more than 5/10 pain Progress with no discomfort