Integrating OMM into Primary Care Flashcards
1
Q
What is the first thing that must be done prior to considering OMM for treatment?
A
Diagnosis
2
Q
What are the three things that should be considered prior to beginning OMM?
A
Risks
Benefits
Alternatives
3
Q
What is the benefit of OMM over a PT referral?
A
Benefit today, as opposed to later
4
Q
What is Neer’s test?
A
Internally rotated arm is flexed to 180 degrees.
Checks for rotator cuff teat
5
Q
What is Hawkins test?
A
Test supraspinatus tear–
Shoulder and elbow are flexed to 90 degrees, and you internally rotate the arm. Positive sign (pain) indicated supraspinatus pathology
6
Q
What should be r/o when there is no response to OMT?
A
- Rheumatic disease
- Malignancy
- Fracture
- Disc dz
7
Q
What are the two most common reasons for OMT in the prego pt?
A
LBP and SI joint pain
8
Q
What is the only safe NSAID in prego?
A
Tylenol
