S1_L2: Introduction to MSK & Differential Diagnosis Flashcards
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Component of Physical Examinations include: Vital Sign, Observation, ocular inspection, ROM, MMT, Sensory Evaluation, Neurological Examination, Special Tests, Postural & Gait Assessment
The role of musculoskeletal examination will be deeper examinations of a particular muscle / joint that is related to the pathology of a specific patient
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modified T/F on OBSERVATION
The Most important phase, AKA Inspection phase of the Objective findings in assessment of normal standing posture
It looks for obvious visible defects or abnormalities, ossible functional deficits & abnormalities in alignment
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which of the ff are true about Guidelines in Observation
A. Should be positioned so that the dominant eye is used
B. Both sides of the patients should be compared simultaneously
C. Know the normal body alignment
D. all of the above
D
modified T/F about EXAMINATION
Used to confirm or refute the suspected diagnosis, based on the history and observation
Obtain valid consent to perform special test & inform procedures to be done
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the ff are “Red Flags” wherein the PT has to stop the assessment, EXCEPT:
A. Severe and unremitting pain
B. Pain unaffected by medication or position
C. Severe night pain, spasm or pain with no history of injury
D. Psychological overlay
E. None of the above
E
which of the ff are PRINCIPLES OF EXAMINATION
A. During assessment, normal side is tested first
B. Any painful movements are done last
C. Apply overpressure in order to check the integrity of a certain joint or region
D. Each movement may be repeated several times or held for a certain amount of time
E. All of the above
E
match the ff
1. is assessed first to check if the patient
can perform the action on their own. With pain? Without pain? How far can they move?
- is performed in order to check and feel if there are structures that causes the loss or exaggeration of motion
- are done with the joint in resting or neutral position
A. Active
B. Passive
C. Resisted isometric movements
- A
- B
- C
modified T/F
When testing myotomes, each contraction is held for a minimum of 3 seconds
Warn pt of possible exacerbation of symptoms as a result of the assessment
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5 secs.
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The ff are the correct PROCEDURES ON HOW TO DO THE ASSESSMENT
1. Vital Signs
2. History Taking
3. Ocular inspection (OI)
4. Active ROM
5. Passive ROM
6. Check for Endfeel
7. Perform MMT
8. Palpation
9. Special Test
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* Palpation and special tests are done last because if you do them first, you might trigger a particular pain and will result in a false positive result to your
AROM, PROM, EndFeel, MMT
which of the ff are true about SCANNING / SCREENING EXAMINATION
A. To ensure that all possible sources of pathology assessed
B. Performed to rule out the possibility of referral of symptoms especially the spine
C. With any doubt about where the pathology is located
D. Essential to ensure a correct diagnosis by doing a quick look or scan of a part of the body involving the spine and the extremities
E. all of the above
E
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Upper limb scan includes the body parts above the diaphragm like Cervical spine, TMJ, Scapular & Thoracic area, Shoulder region, Upper arm, Forearm, Wrist, hand and fingers
Lower limb scan includes the parts of the body below the diaphragm such as Lumbar spine, Pelvis and hip, Knee, Ankle, foot and toes
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*Main divider is the diaphragm
match the ff
- more systematic and in-depth to find out if it’s more of a spinal or peripheral joint dysfunction
- any report coming from the pt; subjective findings
- objective findings; how they hold
their postures, walk, etc
A. History
B. Observation
C. Scanning/Screening Examination
- C
- A
- B
the ff statements are true on the FLOW OF ASSESSMENT OF ACTIVE MOVEMENTS, EXCEPT:
A. Aka active physiological movements coming from the patient itself without external help
B. Combined tests of joint, range, control, muscle power, and patient’s willingness to perform the movement
C. Dependent upon contractile, nervous, and inert tissues
D. Base the dysfunction on the abnormal side
E. Maybe abnormal for several reasons and should be differentiated
D. Base the dysfunction on the NORMAL side
End of active movement is referred to as the____
physiological barrier.
modified T/F on FLOW OF ASSESSMENT
OF ACTIVE MOVEMENTS
Not performed at all or performed with caution during fracture healing or if the movement could put stress on newly repaired tissues
Standard movements follow the cardinal planes
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match the ff
- Movements in multiple planes or around combined axes
- Further assessment in order to test if the pt can perform a certain movement for a few times (its frequency) before it gets weak or before pain is felt
- Testing the integrity of the joint, quality of movement, and interaction of different muscles
- Able to test integrity of joint, quality of
movement, any restrictions - Movements that are time bound
A. Combined movements
B. Repeated movements
C. Movements with speed
D. Movements under compression
- A
- B
- A
- B
- C
match the ff
- May also find some pain or restrictions of movements in the planes
- E.g. Ask pt to flex head forward, side bend to the right and rotate to the left
- E.g. Ask pt to reach something continuously
- Can tell you if there is any nerve
involvement or level of spasm - If a movement causes a lot of spasm, it gives you an idea that it might not just be a musculoskeletal problem
A. Combined movements
B. Repeated movements
C. Movements with speed
D. Movements under compression
- A
- A
- B
- C
- C
which of the ff are true about PASSIVE MOVEMENTS
A. Aka passive physiological movement or anatomical movement
B. End of passive movement is referred to as the anatomical barrier
C. Always slightly greater than active movements
D. Patient should be relaxed
E. All of the above
E
match the ff PATTERNS OF INERT TISSUE LESIONS
- No lesion of inert tissues present or being tested by passive movement
- Entire joint is affected which may indicate arthritis or capsulitis & the amount of limitation is not usually the same in each direction
- Noncapsular pattern is presented wherein movements that stretch, pinch, or move the affected structure cause the pain
- There may be internal derangement, Extra articular lesions or Torn ligament (sprain)
A. Pain free, full ROM
B. Pain and limited ROM in every direction
C. Pain and excessive or limited ROM in some directions
D. Pain-free, limited ROM
- A
- B
- C
- C
match the ff PATTERNS OF INERT TISSUE LESIONS
- There may be lesions in other directions or around other joints
- All movements of the joint may be affected, but the motions in the capsular pattern always occur in the particular order listed to help differentiate specific conditions
- End feel is usually bone-to-bone type that may indicate symptomless osteoarthritis
- Osteophytes may be present that are not pinching or compressing any sensitive structures
A. Pain free, full ROM
B. Pain and limited ROM in every direction
C. Pain and excessive or limited ROM in some directions
D. Pain-free, limited ROM
- A
- B
- D
- D