PTA Neuro - SCI practical

Question 1

how do we instruct pressure relief in the wheelchair?

Answer 1

• every 30 minutes for 2 minutes
• leaning forward in w/c
• cross legs and side-lean both sides

Question 2

ther ex to improve bed mobility for PD

Answer 2

(strengthening)

prone - head rotation with flex/ext

Question 3

ther ex to improve sitting balance

Answer 3

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Question 4

ther ex to decrease hypertonus for PD

Answer 4

segmental rotation / rhythmic initiation
- supine, hooklying, passive knees side-to-side, progress to active
- sitting, trunk rotation, passive progress to active
deep breathing
- with pelvic tilt
PNF chopping and lifting