November 17, 2015 - TBL #3 Flashcards
1
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Range of Motion Loss - OA of Hip
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The first range of motion to lose is internal rotation.
2
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Thomas Test
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Used to assess for a fixed flexion contracture (FFC) of the hip.
Patient draws knees to the chest and then releases one leg downwards. If the other leg moves or the back moves, it is a positive sign.
3
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Minimum Range of Motion for Comfort
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About 100 degrees.
Sitting down is hard to get up from it less than this.
4
Q
Most Common Cause of Charcot Joint
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Diabetes
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