Lecture 5 - MSI Flashcards
CTS is impingement of the
______ nerve caused by irritation and swelling of the tendons in the carpal tunnel.
median
The median nerve feeds what ?
First three fingers and thumb
What are the symptoms of CTS?
- Pain in the first three fingers and thumb
- Numbness in these areas
- Tingling in these areas
The cubital tunnel is a channel which allows the _____ nerve to travel over the elbow.
ulnar
What are the symptoms of cubital tunnel syndrome?
- Numbness and paresthesia along the ulnar nerve distribution and elbow pain
- Weakness of the intrinsic muscles of the hand and the flexors of the ring and little finger
The superior thoracic aperture refers to the superior opening of the thoracic cavity between the first rib and the collarbone through which the _____ _____ and _______ vein and artery pass.
brachial plexus; subclavian
Thoracic outlet syndrome is a group of disorders that occurs when _____ ____ or ____ in the thoracic outlet (space between clavicle and first rib)
blood vessels; nerves
What are the two types of thoracic outlet syndrome?
- Neurogenic
2. Vascular
What are two risk factors for TOS?
- Repetitive or forceful reaching above shoulder level with or without heavy objects
- Prolonged incorrect seating posture
_______ ______ is when blood vessels of the hand are damaged (narrowed)
Raynaud’s syndrome
What are the symproms of Raynaud’s syndrome?
- Numbness and tingling in the fingers
2. Blanching (whitening) of one or more fingertips because of a temporary construction of blood flow
What is a occupational risk factor for Raynaud’s syndrome?
Vibrating tools
What are 4 symptoms of rotator cuff syndrome?
- Pain when you bend the arm and rotate it outwards against resistance
- Pain on the outside of the shoulder possibly radiation down into the arm
- Pain in the shoulder which is worse at night
- Stiffness in the shoulder joint
_______ is inflammation of a tendon which is caused by the straining, or tearing of the tendon fibers.
tendonitis
______ is a chronic injury caused by an accumulation of small tears in the tendon that have failed to heal properly over time.
tendinosis
Tendinitis is a common _____ for the wrist, elbow and shoulder.
CTD
What are 3 symptoms of lateral and medial epicondylitis?
- Point tenderness
- Swelling
- Pain radiates down back of hand
What muscle is particularly implicated in lateral epicondylitis?
extensor carpi radialis brevis
What muscle origin is particularly implicated in medial epicondylitis?
flexor-pronator
What are 4 symptoms of tenosynovitis?
- Swelling
- Pain
- Loss of motion
- Loss of strength
________ disorder is a condition caused by an inflammation of the tendon located at the thumb side of the wrist.
deQuervains
What are 2 symptoms of deQuervains disorder?
- Swelling
2. Pain at the base of the thumb
_________ ______ is a bump under the skin caused by an accumulation of fluid within the tendon sheath.
ganglion cyst
______ ______ strains and sprains are damage to the tendons and ligaments caused by one time exertions such as lifting or carrying heavy objects
strains and sprains
The muscle group primarily responsible for pulling the upper body to a vertical position is called the _______ ______ muscles.
erector spinae
What are the 3 deep core stability muscles of the lower spine?
- Transverse abdominis
- Multifidus
- Pelvic floor
_____ _____ pain results from irritation of the area where the ribs meet the spinal column
facet joint
_______ _____ occurs from prolonged pressure on the spinal disks which causes them to become permanently compressed.
Disk erosion
______ puts more pressure on the spinal disks than _____.
sitting; standing
What is common for people who sit for prolonged periods of time?
sciatic nerve impingement
_____ _______ occur when the inner portion of the disk protrudes, putting pressure on the nerve roots leading from the spine.
herniated disks
