Lecture 1: Physical Examination and Evaluation Flashcards
What are some of the goals of a physical examination?
determine what anatomical structures are involved, reproduce pt symptoms, link current issues with patient history
establish objective baseline info
When should you perform an Upper Quarter Scan?
any pt with an UE issue that causes is unknown
ex) shoulder pain vs rotator cuff surgery
What are components of UQS?
cervical AROM, reflexes, myotomes, dermatomes
What reflexes are tested in UQS?
biceps, brachioradialis, triceps
What is C1-2 myotome?
neck flexion
What is C3 myo?
neck side bend
What is C4 myo?
shoulder elevation
What is C5 myo?
shoulder Abduction
What is c6 myo?
elbow flexion, wrist extension
What is c7 myo?
elbow extension, wrist flexion
What is c8 myo?
thumb extension, ulnar deviation
What is t1 myo?
hand intrinsics
What reflexes are tested for LQS?
patella and achilles
What is L1-2 myo?
hip flexion (ilopsoas)
What is L3 myo?
knee extension
What is L4 myo?
ankle DF
What is L5 myo?
great toe extension (EHL)