Module 6 Flashcards
Scope of mobility
full mobility –> impaired mobility –> complete immobility
Systems affecting mobility
Neurological Musculoskeletal Cardiovascular Respiratory Gastrointestinal
Physiological changes of aging
vertebral discs thin –> spinal column compression –
> kyphosis
bone density decreases –> frail, higher risk of fall injury
cartilage becomes rigid –> less protective
rigid ligaments –> reduce range of motion
decreased muscle mass
osteoblasts decrease mitotic activity
parathyroid hormone increases
calcitonin decreases
CV Consequences of immobility
reduced cardiac capacity –> reduced cardiac output
orthostatic hypotension
venous stasis –> deep vein thrombosis
Respiratory Consequences of immobility
reduced lung expansion –> reduced total lung capacity
atelactasis
pooling of respiratory secretions
Musculoskeletal consequences immobiilty
reduction of muscle mass (atrophy) contracture of joints and muscles --> stiffening bone demineralization (weight-bearing exercise important)
Integumentary consequences of immobility
skin breakdown –> pressure ulcers over bony prominences
exacerbated by incontinence
GI consequences of immobility
reduced intestinal peristalsis
constipation
Urinary consequences of immobility
renal calculi - urinary stasis UTIs urinary retention impaired voiding
Determinants of mobility
nervous system
musculoskeletal system
adequate perfusion + gas exchange
adequate nutrition
Definition of mobility
state or quality of being mobile or movable
Definition of deconditioning
loss of physical fitness as a consequence of reduced activity
Function of cerebellum
coordination, balance, muscle tone, procioception
Motor cortex
located in the frontal lobe
generates nerve impulses –> motor neurons –> effectors (skeletal muscle)
Functional classification of joints
synarthrosis = not movable amphiarthrosis = slightly movable diarthrosis = completely movable
Structural classification of joints
fibrous = held together by connective tissue cartilaginous = held together by cartilage synovial = in a fluid filled cavity
Joint
where bones join together
Determinants of skeletal muscle function
1) motor nerve impulses reaching muscle fibers
2) muscle fiber response to nerve stimulus
3) proprioception
4) mechanical load
5) joint mobility
Mechanical load
physical stress on muscles. increase muscle load = increased requisite strength
Procioception
sensation of position and movement
required for accuracy in motion
Definition of mobiliity
ability to independently and voluntarily move around in one’s environment / state of mobility
Peak Bone Mass
maximal amount of bone mass in the body at the end of skeletal maturation
bone growth peaks ~30
Secondary Osteoporosis Factors
endocrine disorders malabsorption disorders malignancies alcoholism medications
Endocrine disorders
hypothyroidism hyperthyroidism hyperparathyroidism Cushing's syndrome Diabetes mellitus Child development
Factors impacting bone growth (adolesence –> early adulthood)
nutrition age vitamin d receptor physical activity hormonal status
Functions of bone remodelling
replace old, worn-out bone
maintain bone health
strengthen bone in areas of stress
mineral homeostasis
Non-modifiable risk factors
age
gender
genetics (body frame size)
ethnicity (asian, caucasian)
Modifiable risk factors
low peak bone mass dietary (calcium, vitamin d intake) sedentary lifestyle hormonal factors medication (glucocorticoids, anticonvulsants) alcohol smoking