Motor Control Predictors of Success Flashcards
1
Q
What is the function of multifidus?
A
Small, local stabilizers of spine
2
Q
When there is decreased activation or atrophy what does this decrease?
A
Decreases ability to control the neutral zone
3
Q
What are the best prediction rules? (4)
A
- positive prone instability test
- aberrant movement present
- average SLR > 91 degrees
- Age < 40 yrs
4
Q
What does the transverse abdominus do?
A
Abdominal bracing
5
Q
What type of exercise can be used for erector spinae/multifidus
A
Quadruped exercises
6
Q
What type of exercises can be done for quadratus lumborum & oblique abdominals?
A
side support with knees flexed and extended
7
Q
Are the following predictors of success or failure?
- positive prone instability test
- Aberrant movement present
- Average SLR > 91 degrees
- Age < 40 yrs
A
Predictors of success
8
Q
Are the following predictors of success or failure?
- (-) prone instability test
- aberrant movement absent
- FABQ < 9
- no hypermobility with lumbar spring testing
A
Predictors of failure
