MSK Flashcards
What type of disease is OA?
Degenerative disease unilateral
What are the manifestations of OA?
Joint pain/stiffness
Heberden’s nodes
Osteophytes (bone spurs)
Heberden’s nodes are bony growths on the finger joints.
What are common treatments for OA?
Heat/cold therapy
NSAIDs
Topical gels
Injected steroids
What is an important aspect of planning for patients with OA?
Use of adaptive devices to maintain independence in ADLs/IADLs and for safe ambulation
What type of disease is RA?
Autoimmune disease (usually symmetrical)
RA stands for Rheumatoid Arthritis, which typically affects both sides of the body.
What are the key manifestations of RA?
Joint pain/stiffness
Fatigue
Decreased ROM
Joint swelling/deformity
What treatments are commonly used for RA?
NSAIDs
Heat/ice
Glucocorticoids
Immunosuppressive agents
PT/OT
Non pharmacological pain relief
What is a planning goal for patients with RA?
Maintaining normal joint motion with minimum deformities and adequate pain control of inflammation
This is crucial to improve the quality of life for RA patients.
What dietary restrictions should be followed to manage gout?
Avoid foods high in purines (organ and game meat, scallops, yeast)
Fried food
ETOH (alcohol)
Loose weight if overweight
High purine foods can exacerbate gout symptoms.
What is a recommended calcium intake for osteoporosis?
600MG of Calcium + Vitamin D
Adequate intake is essential for bone health.
How much weight-bearing exercise is recommended weekly for osteoporosis?
30 min of weight bearing exercise (150 minutes weekly)
This translates to about 30 minutes of weight-bearing exercise daily.
What are key post-operative care considerations for hip fractures?
Monitor VS, I&O, mental status (watch for delirium)
Turning, deep breathing, coughing
Monitor for infection and bleeding
