MOD 2 Neurological Interventions - Handling Techniques Flashcards
1
Q
What is the first step in handling a neurological patient?
A
establish 2 points of control with your hands
2
Q
Why are proximal points of control important?
A
PT has greater control over stability and initial. control from the base of movement
3
Q
Why are distal points of control important?
A
the patient needs to have enough stability and control of active movement for this
4
Q
What are the key proximal points of control?
A
- trunk
- shoulder girdle
- pelvis
5
Q
What are the key distal points of control?
A
- arms
- legs
- hands
- feet
6
Q
What would early 2 points of control look like in ICU or acute care recovery?
A
- correct trunk position to restore symmetry
- prevent non use of affected and work to prevent guarding of affected
7
Q
What are the 3 stages of bernstein’s stages of motor learning?
A
novice (limited degrees of freedom), advanced (starting to advance in DOF), expert (full control)
