Lumbar and thoracic spine practice quiz 2 Flashcards
which mm primarily supports the lumbar spine during forward flexion
rectus abdominus
what is the primary function of the thoracic spine in the body
protect the heart and lungs
what symptom is most commonly associated w a herniared disc at L4-L5
pain in gluteal region
the SLR test assesses which nerve root
L5
which condition is often diagnosed w the presence of a step off deformity in the lumbar
spondylolisthesis
in a pt with scoliosis which of the following best describes the location of the apex of the curve in a typical thoracic scoliosis
right thoracic
what is the primary cause of facet syndrome in lumbar spine
overuse or repetitive stress on the facet joints
what clinical sign is most indicative of a compression fracture in the T spine
severe pain w forward flexion
the prone instability test is used to assess for which of the following conditions
lumbar instability
which of the following exercises is most beneficial for strengthening the multifidus mms
bird dog
the Adams bend forward test is most commonly used to assess for which condition
thoracic scoliosis
a positive Kemps test indicates possible involvement of which structure
lumbar facet joints
most common mechanism of injury for lumbar disc herniation
excessive flexion and rotation
what structure is commonly affected in TOS
brachial plexus and subclavian artery
in a pt w a lumbar herniated disc, which movements would likely exacerbate their symptoms
forward flexion w rotation
the milgrams test is used to evaluate which of the following
lumbar instability
which mms is most important for stabilzing the lumbar spine during static postures
QL
what movement would most likely cause discomfort in a pt w thoracic spinal stenosis
extension of T spine
most common cause of TOS in massage therapy practice
prolonged use of poor posture
what test is for presence of lumbar disc herniation
straight leg raise
which movement would worsen symptoms in lumbar facet syndrome
lumbar extension
most common site for a compression fracture in T spine
T9-T12
what condition is most commonly associated w facet joint arthritis in T spine
kyphosis
the sitting flexion test assesses for possible involvement of which spinal structure
sacroiliac joints
the well leg raise test is used to assess for which condition
lumbar disc herniation
what role does the diaphragm play in stabilization of lumbar spine
it assists in maintaining intra-abdominal pressure
which is most commonly associated w forward head posture and its effect on the thoracic spine
increased throacic kyphosis
in the case of a lumbar herniated disc, what symptom is typically most pronounced in the standing position
radiating pain in calf and foot
what is the primary concern when performing massage therapy on a client w osteoporosis in T spine
bone fractures due to excessive pressure
most common source of pain in patients w lumbar degenerative disc disease
inflammation of facet joints
condition commonly associated w decreased ROM in T spine due to mm spasm and tightening
kyphosis
mm that is most likely to develop a TRP in response to poor posture and prolonged sitting contributing to lumbar pain
psoas major
FABERS test primarily assesses for issues in which area of spine
Sacroiliac joint
what movement places greatest strain on lumbar discs
flexion, then rotation
what ligament is likely to become lax in patients w excessive lumbar lordosis
anterior longitudinal ligament
common clinical manifestation of thoracic disc herniation
thoracic pain radiating around chest
primary function of interspinous ligaments in L spine
prevent excessive flexion
test used for assessing SI joint involvement in patients w low back pain
Gaenslens
pt reports deep, constant pain along thoracolumbar junction, what is likley to be involved
facet joints - most correct
and intervertebral discs
common cause of mid back pain in individuals w sedentary work habits
thoracic kyphosis
primary clinical finding in a pt w spondylolisthesis at L5-S1 level
step off deformity during palaption
the schober test is used to meausre the range of motion for
lumbar flexion
stork standing test is used to assess for which condition of lumbar spine
spondylolsis
effective treatment for acute thoracic spine pain caused by mm spasm
ice
what anatomical structure serves as the primary load bearing surface in lumbar spine
vertebral bodies
in a pt w spinal stenosis , which movement is most likely to relieve symptoms
spinal flexion
most common cause of thoracic pain associated w mm tightness
poor posture and mm imbalances
the presence of a herniated nucleus pulposus at L4-L5 is most likley to result in which type of neurological symptom
pain radiating down back of calf and hamstring
what mm contributes most to lumbar spine stabilization in neutral position
multifidus
