Intro to HVLA Flashcards
1
Q
OMT goal of HVLA
A
restore motion loss and restore neutral point back to normal
2
Q
what is a vertebral unit
A
two adjacent vertebrae with their associated disc, arthrodial, ligamentous, muscular, vascular, lymphatic, and neural components
3
Q
where are forces localized between the two vertebrae
A
at facet joints
4
Q
when engaging a barrier…
forces applied through superior/inferior vertebrae?
other vertebra?
A
superior vertebra - “through the disfunction”
inferior vertebra - “to the dysfunction”
other vertebra of the unit is used as an opposing counterforce
5
Q
what is appendicular restriction
what does HVLA focus on
A
restricted in one major and an associated minor motion
HVLA typically focuses on minor joint restriction
6
Q
steps for HVLA
A
diagnose SD localize to segment engage all barriers release enhancing maneuver corrective thrust reassess
7
Q
absolute contraindications of HVLA
A
LOOORD JVD
local metastases severe osteoporosis (has to be severe) osseous or ligamentous disruption osteomyelitis in area rheumatoid arthritis down syndrome joint replacement in area vasobasilar insufficiency severe herniated disc with radiculopathy
