Gastrocnemius Flashcards
1
Q
GTO for gastrocnemius?
A
Yes
2
Q
Tissue approximation for gastrocnemius?
A
Yes
3
Q
Muscle mobilization for gastrocnemius?
A
Yes
4
Q
Stripping for gastrocnemius?
A
Yes
5
Q
Cross fibre massage for gastrocnemius?
A
Yes
6
Q
Cross fibre friction for gastrocnemius?
A
Yes
7
Q
Trigger point for gastrocnemius?
A
Yes
8
Q
Compression for gastrocnemius?
A
Yes
9
Q
Compression with manipulation for gastrocnemius?
A
Yes
10
Q
Compression with broadening for gastrocnemius?
A
Yes
11
Q
Action(s) of gastrocnemius?
A
“Flex the knee”
(Tibiofemoral joint)
“Point your toes”
(Plantar flexion with talocrural joint)
12
Q
Origin of gastrocnemius?
A
Superficial posterior condylyes of the femur.
13
Q
Insertion of gastrocnemius?
A
Calcaneous via calcaneal tendon
14
Q
Which techniques are not appropriate for gastrocnemius?
A
All techniques are appropriate.
