Joint Hyper-mobility Syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
what gender is it more likely to occur in
A
females
2
Q
what rare genetic conditions can cause it
A
marfans
ehlers danlos
3
Q
when does it usually present
A
childhood or 3rd decade
4
Q
what do they usually present with
A
arthralgia
premature osteoarthritis
5
Q
what score is used to diagnose it
A
modified Beighton score
6
Q
you need greater than or equal to 4 out of 9 of the list to be diagnosed, what is the list (some are 1 point for each side)
A
> 10o hyperextension of elbows
passively touch forearm with the thumb while flexing wrist
passive extension of the fingers or a 90o or more extension of 5th finger
knees hyperextension >10o
touching floor with palm of hands when reaching down without bending knees
7
Q
what is treatment
A
physiotherapy and explanation
