Musculoskeletal Flashcards
1
Q
What happens to the pelvis as the uterus expands?
A
pelvis is tilted
2
Q
What happens to the lumbosacral?
A
Increases
3
Q
What happens to the Sacroiliac, sacrococcygeal and pelvic joints?
A
joints relax in order to accommodate childbirth
4
Q
What happens to Rectus abdominus muscles
A
separate to allow the abdominal contents protrude in the midline
5
Q
How far does the umbilicus stretch?
A
until it is smooth
6
Q
When may Carpal tunnel syndrome may occur due to ?
A
oedema compressing the median nerve resulting in tingling/burning/numbness in the hand up to elbow and upper arm
