MSK Wk 3 Flashcards
1
Q
At what level are nerve roots damaged in Klumpke’s Palsy?
A
Lower Brachial plexus, C8 & T1
2
Q
What is the predominant clinical sign in patients with SUFE?
A
Loss of internal rotation of hip
3
Q
When developmentally can a baby normally control their head?
A
6-8 weeks
4
Q
What proportion of SUFE cases are bilateral?
A
1 in 3
5
Q
What conditions are associated with atraumatic cervical spine instability?
A
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Down Syndrome
6
Q
Describe Barlow’s test
A
Adduct baby’s hips and push posteriorly
Positive if hips dislocate
Gary Barlow has no legs to stand on because he doesn’t pay his taxes!
7
Q
What does positive Ortolani/Barlow test indicate?
A
Developmental Dysplasia of Hip
8
Q
Describe Ortolani’s test
A
Abduct baby’s hips to reduce dislocation
Positive if CLUNK is heart
