Palpation Flashcards
1
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ARTT of palpation
A
A: asymmetry - comparing tissues on either side
R: rom - dysfunctional tissues commonly reduce ROM
T: tissue texture - dysfunctional tissues feel different
T: tissue sensitivity - dysfunction increases sensitivity and pain
1
Q
Order of process
A
- Observation
- Active range of motion
- Passive range of motion
- Resisted range of motion
- Palpation
- Special tests
- Functional tests
2
Q
Purpose of palpation
A
- Local tenderness
- Trigger points
- Temperature
- Sensation
- Oedema
- Tissue quality
2
Q
Palpate tissues to identify
A
- Adhesions (no spring back)
- Trigger points (lumps)
- Hypertonicity (tightness)
- Heat/swelling (inflammation)
- Scar tissue (fibrous soft tissue)
- Tenderness (pain)
- Structure (isolation)
