Musculoskeletal System Conditions

Question 1

What are the 4 types of Shin Splints?

Answer 1

Medial tibial stress syndrome - injury to soleus and tibialis anterior. Most common shin splint.

Tibialis injury - anterior or posterior

Periostitis - damage to periosteum

Stress fractures - hairline fractures of the tibia

Question 2

Myofascial Trigger Point

Answer 2

pain-generating spots on muscles that are palpable as knits or taut bands

Question 3

Sprain vs. Strain

Answer 3

A sprain is a tear in a tendon

A sprain is a tear in a ligament

Question 4

Hyperkyphosis vs. Hyperlordosis

Answer 4

Hyperkyphosis is excess curvature in the thoracic region

Hyperlordosis is excess curvature of the neck or lumbar region.

Question 5

Scoliosis

Answer 5

Abnormal lateral curve of the vertebral column

Question 6

Should a muscle strain be massaged?

Answer 6

Yes. After the acute stage of inflammation has passed massage can influence the production of useful scar tissue, reduce adhesions and edema, and rest abolish range of motion.

Question 7

Should sprains be massaged?

Answer 7

Yes. After the acute stage of inflammation has passed ligaments respond well to massage and passive stretching. During the acute stage lymphatic massage can reduce edema.

Question 8

Subluxation

Answer 8

An incomplete dislocation in which the joint surfaces still meet

Question 9

What are the signs and symptoms of Lyme disease?

Answer 9

Signs: Circular bull’s-eye rash at the site of the tick bite, reddened skin, fever

Symptoms: fatigue, joint pain, numbness. Later symptoms may include intermittent acute inflammation of one or more large joints, irregular heartbeat, Bell Palsy

Question 10

Signs/Symptoms of Osteoarthritis

Answer 10

Signs: stiff joints with bony deformation and inflammation, most often in knees, hips, and interphalangeal joints

Symptoms: painful joints

Question 11

What is Patellofemoral syndrome?

Answer 11

An overuse disorder of the patellar cartilage.

Question 12

What are the signs and symptoms of Patellofemoral syndrome?

Answer 12

Signs: none

Symptom: pain at the knee; feels stiff after not moving; discomfort walking down stairs

Question 13

What is Osteoarthritis?

Answer 13

Degeneration and inflammation of synovial joint due to wear and tear to articular cartilage.

Question 14

Spondylosis

Answer 14

One or more lumbar vertebra slide anteriorly due to injury or structural anomaly

Question 15

Signs/Symptoms of Spondylosis

Answer 15

Signs: tight hamstrings, weakness in affected dermatomes

Symptoms: low back spasms and pain radiating into buttocks and thighs

Question 16

Osgood-Schlatter’s Disease

Answer 16

Chronic or traumatic irritation at the insertion of the quadriceps tendon in combination with adolescent growth spurts

Question 17

Signs/symptoms of Osgood-Schlatter’s Disease

Answer 17

Signs: hot, swollen tibial tuberosity

Symptoms: painful tibial tuberosity

Question 18

Plantar Fasciitis

Answer 18

Degeneration (with some inflammation) of the plantar fascia (due to collagen braking down)

Question 19

Signs/symptoms of plantar fasciitis

Answer 19

Signs: none

Symptoms: acutely painful after prolonged immobility. It feels sharp and like a bruise, usually at the anterior calcaneus.

Question 20

Is massage contraindicated for plantar fasciitis?

Answer 20

No. Massage of the fascia can improve he quality of scar tissue. Massage can also relieve tension in the calf muscles that out strain on the plantar fascia. If acute (unlikely) avoid deep work.

Question 21

Tenosynovitis

Answer 21

Inflammation of a tendon and its enveloping sheath

Question 22

Tinnitus

Answer 22

Ringing, booming or whistling in the ear.

Question 23

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

Answer 23

Occlusion of nerve and blood supply to the arm

Question 24

Signs/Symptoms of thoracic outlet syndrome

Answer 24

Signs: possible discoloration of arm and hand from impaired circulation

Symptoms: shooting pains, weakness, numbness, paresthesia

Question 25

Should someone with thoracic outlet syndrome be massaged?

Answer 25

Yes. Massage can create space for u impeded blood and nerve impulse. Care must be taken not to exacerbate pressure on the nerves and blood vessels.

Question 26

Which bone cells alter bone shape?

Answer 26

Osteoblasts (bone Builders)

Osteoclasts (bone Clearers)