Neurodynamics and the UE Pt 1

Question 1

Basic necessities of nerves

Answer 1

Space
Blood flow
Movement

Question 2

Peripheral neuropathic pain

Answer 2

Nerve roots or peripheral nerve trunks that have been injured by mechanical and/or chemical stimuli that exceeds the capabilities of the nervous system

Question 3

Positive symptoms

Answer 3

Pain, paresthesia, dysthesia, and spasm associated with abnormal excitability fo the nerve

Question 4

Negative symptoms

Answer 4

Hypoesthesia/anesthesia or weakness associated with reduced impulse conduction

Question 5

Nerve bed

Answer 5

All surrounding tissue that the nerve interfaces

Question 6

Neurodynamic tests

Answer 6

Tests that assess the physical capability of the nervous system by using multi-joint movements of the limbs and/or trunk to alter the length and dimensions of the nerve bed

Question 7

Mechanosensitivity

Answer 7

Activation of impulses when neural structure is subjected to mechanical stimuli. E.g. how easily the nerves are activated when exposed to mechanical force

Question 8

Adverse neurodynamics

Answer 8

Symptoms resulting from failure of the dynamic protective mechanisms of the nerve

Question 9

What does hypoxia and intraneural fibrosis lead to?

Answer 9

Sensitization of CT nociceptors