Savarese Flashcards
What does TART stand for?
T-Tissue texture changesA-AsymmetryR-RestrictionT-Tenderness
What is the Physiologic Barrier?
Point at which a PATIENT can ACTIVELY move any given joint
What is the Anatomic barrier?
Point at which a PHYSICIAN can PASSIVELY move any given joint
Findings of ACUTE Tissue texture changes.
-Edematous-Erythematous-Boggy w/ increase moisture-Hypertonic muscles
Findings of CHRONIC Tissue texture changes.
-Cool dry skin w/ slight tension-Decreased muscle tone (flaccid)-Ropy-Fibrotic-NO edema (or decreased)-NO erythema
What are the findings of Asymmetry in Acute & Chronic conditions?
Acute - PresentChronic - Present w/ COMPENSATION in other areas of body
Restriction findings in ACUTE condition.
Painful w/ movement
Restriction findings in CHRONIC condition.
Decreased or NO Pain
Tenderness findings in ACUTE condition.
Severe, Sharp
Tenderness findings in CHRONIC condition.
Dull, Achy, Burning
Orientation of Superior facets: -Cervical
“BUM”BackwardUpwardMedial
Orientation of Superior facets: -Thoracic
“BUL”BackwardUpwardLateral
Orientation of Superior facets: -Lumbar
“BM”BackwardMedial
Flexion/Extension: -Axis: -Plane:
Flexion/Extension: -Axis: Transverse -Plane: Saggital
Rotation: -Axis: -Plane:
Rotation: -Axis: Vertical -Plane: Transverse
Sidebending: -Axis: -Plane:
Sidebending: -Axis: Anterior-Posterior -Plane: Coronal
Describe DIRECT treatment.
Towards barrier
Describe INDIRECT treatment.
Away from barrier
Describe ACTIVE treatment.
Patient assists during treatment
Describe PASSIVE treatment.
Patient RELAXES during treatment
OA: -Main motion -Sidebending & Rotation
OA: -Main motion: Flexion/Extension -Sidebending & Rotation: Opposite
AA (C1): -Main motion -Sidebending & Rotation
AA: -Main motion: Rotation -Sidebending & Rotation: Opposite
C2-C4: -Main motion -Sidebending & Rotation
C2-C4: -Main motion: Rotation -Sidebending & Rotation: Same
C5-C7: -Main motion -Sidebending & Rotation
C5-C7: -Main motion: Sidebending -Sidebending & Rotation: Same
What is the main motion of the Thoracic spine?
Rotation
True Ribs.
-Ribs 1-7-Attach to the sternum through costal cartilages
False Ribs.
-Ribs 8-12-Do NOT attach directly to the sternum
Floating Ribs.
-Ribs 11-12-Unattached anteriorly
Describe the attachment of Ribs 8-10.
-Each are connected by its costal cartilage to the cartilage of the rib superior*Example: The costal cartilage of Rib 9 attaches to the costal cartilage of rib 8
What are the 3 types of rib movements?
-Pump-handle-Bucket-handle-Caliper
Pump-Handle motion.
Ribs 1-5
Bucket-handle.
Ribs 6-10
Caliper motion.
Ribs 11-12
Describe Inhalation dysfunction.
Dysfunctional rib will move Cephalad during Inhalation, but will NOT move Caudad during Exhalation -Rib will appear to be “Held Up”
Describe Exhalation dysfunction.
Dysfunction rib will move Caudad during Exhalation, but will NOT move Cephalad during Inspiration -Rib will appear to be “Held Down”
Grouped Rib INHALATION dysfunction KEY RIB?
Lowest Rib of dysfunction
Grouped Rib EXHALATION dysfunction KEY RIB?
Uppermost Rib of dysfunction
Spina bifida occurs when there is a defect in what?
Closure of the Lamina of the vertebral segment
Where does Spina Bifida usually occur?
Lumbar spine
Spina Bifida Occulta.
-No herniation through defect-Course patch of hair over site-Rarely associated with neurological deficits
Spina Bifida Meningocele.
-Herniation of the Meninges through the defect
Spina Bifida Meningomyelocele.
-Herniation of the Meninges & Nerve roots through defect-Associated with neurological deficits
What is the main motion of the lumbar spine?
Flexion/Extension
A flexion contracture of the Iliopsoas m. is often associated with what type of dysfunction?
Nonneutral dysfunction at L1 or L2
Describe Spondylolisthesis.
-ANTERIOR displacement of one vertebrae in relation to the one below-Often occurs at L4 or L5-Usually from fatigue fractures of the Pars Interarticularis*Grading: -1 = 0-25% -2 = 25-50% -3 = 50-75% -4 = 75-100%
Describe Spondyloysis.
-Defect of the Pars Interarticularis withOUT anterior displacement of the vertebral body-Scotty Dog fracture on OBLIQUE X-ray
Describe Spondylosis.
-Radiographical term for degenerative changes within the INTERVERTEBRAL DISC and ANKYLOSING of adjacent vertebral bodies-Anterior Lipping of vertebral bodies
X-ray Diagnosis: -Spondylolisthesis -Spondylolysis
X-ray Diagnosis: -Spondylolisthesis: LATERAL view -Spondylolysis: OBLIQUE view
What ligament divides the Greater and Lesser Sciatic Foramen?
Sacrospinous L.
Sacral Motion Axis: Respiration
-Superior Transverse axis at S2
Sacral Motion Axis: Inherent (Craniosacral) motion
-Superior Transverse axis
Sacral Motion Axis: Postural motion
-Middle Transverse axis
Sacral Motion Axis: Dynamic motion
Engages 2 Sacral OBLIQUE Axes: -Left Oblique axis - weight bearing on Left leg (stepping forward with right leg) -Right Oblique axis - weight bearing on Right leg (stepping forward with left leg)
During Inhalation, what is the motion of the Sacral Base?
Inhalation - Sacral Base moves POSTERIOR
During Exhalation, what is the motion of the Sacral Base?
Exhalation - Sacral Base moves ANTERIOR
During Craniosacral Flexion, what is the motion of the Sacral Base?
Sacral Base rotates Posteriorly (COUNTERNUTATION)
During Craniosacral Extension, what is the motion of the Sacral Base?
Sacral Base rotates Anteriorly (NUTATION)
As person begins to bend Forward, what is the motion of the sacral base?
Moves Anteriorly
What happens to the Sacral Base as a person reaches Terminal Flexion?
Sacrotuberous ligaments become taut and the Sacral Base moves POSTERIORLY
Sacral Torsion definition.
Sacral rotation about an OBLIQUE axis with Somatic Dysfunction at L5
What are the Sacral Torsion Rules?
1-When L5 is Sidebent, a Sacral Oblique axis is engaged on the Same Side as the Sidebending#2-When L5 is Rotated, the sacrum Rotates the Opposite way on the Oblique axis3#-The seated flexion test is found on the Opposite side of the Oblique Axis
Sacral Torsion Example: L5 F RrSr -Seated Flexion: -Sacrum findings:
Sacral Torsion Example: L5 FRrSr -Seated Flexion: Positive on LEFT -Sacrum findings: Rotated to the Left on a Right Oblique axis (L on R)
Sacral Torsion Example: L5 N SlRr -Seated Flexion: -Sacrum findings:
Sacral Torsion Example: L5 N SlRr -Seated Flexion: Positive on RIGHT -Sacrum findings: Rotated to the Left on a Left oblique axis (L on L)
In sacral torsions, L5 will ALWAYS rotate in the (same or opposite) direction of the sacrum.
Opposite
Due to birth mechanics, what is the most common Sacral dysfunction in the post-partum patient?
Bilateral Sacral Flexion
What are the Rotator Cuff muscles?
SupraspinatusInfraspinatusTeres minorSubscapularis
What is the primary action of Supraspinatus m.?
Abduction of arm
What is the primary action of Infraspinatus m.?
External rotation of arm
What is the primary action of Teres minor m.?
External rotation of arm
What is the primary action of Subscapularis m.?
Internal rotation of arm
What is the most common type of Brachial Plexus injury?
Erb-Duchenne’s palsy -injury to C5&C6 nerve roots
Erb-Duchenne’s plasy can result in paralysis of what muscles?
-Deltoid-External rotators-Biceps-Brachioradialis-Supinator
INCREASED carrying angle of the elbow (>15˚). -is called: -ulna movement: -wrist movement:
Increased carrying angle of the elbow (>15˚). -is it called: Cubitus Valgus -ulna movement: ABduction -wrist movement: ADDuction
DECREASED carrying angle of the elbow (<3˚). -is called: -ulna movement: -wrist movement:
DECREASED carrying angle of the elbow (<3˚). -is called: Cubitus Varus -ulna movement: ADDuction -wrist movement: ABduction
Cubitus Valgus is associated with what Ulnar movement?
ABduction
Cubitus Varus is associated with what Ulnar movement?
ADDuction
Describe Pronation of the ankle.
-Dorsiflexion-Eversion-Abduction
Describe Supination of the ankle.
-Plantarflexion-Inversion-Adduction
Fibular head glide w/: -Pronation: -Supination:
Fibular head glide w/: -Pronation: Anterior glide -Supination: Posterior glide
The common peroneal nerve (common fibular n.) lies directly _________ to the proximal fibular head.
Posterior
What nerve would most likely be involved with a posterior fibular head dysfunction?
Peroneal n. (aka Common fibular n.)
What structures are involved in O’Donahue’s traid (aka Terrible Triad)?
-ACL-MCL-Medial meniscus
The ankle is more stable in Dorsiflexion or Plantarflexion?
Dorsiflexion
What is the most common injured ligament in the foot?
Anterior Talofibular ligament
What makes up the Primary Respiratory Mechanisms (PRM)? (5 things)
-CNS-CSF-Dural membranes-Cranlal bones-Sacrum
Where along the skull/spinal does the Dura Mater attach? (4 places)
-Foramen magnum-C2-C3-S2
What 4 things are associated with Craniosacral Flexion?
1-Flexion of the midline bones2-Sacral base Posterior (counternutation)3-Decreased AP diameter of the cranium4-External rotation of the paired bones
What suture is present at birth till around 6 y/o and separates the frontal bone into 2 halves?
Metopic suture
What is the Pterion?
Junction of these bones: -Temporal -Parietal -Spenhoid -Frontal
What 4 things are associated with Craniosacral Extension?
1-Extension of the midline bones2-Sacral base Anterior (nutation)3-Increased AP diameter4-Internal rotation of the paired bones
What is the result of a compression strain of the Sphenobasilar Synchondrosis (SBS)?
Severely DEcreased CRI*usually d/t trauma, especially to the back of the head
Vagal somatic dysfunction can be due to what dysfunctions?
-OA-AA-C2
Dysfunction of CN VIII can cause what symptoms?
-Tinnitus-Vertigo-Hearing loss
What dysfunctions can cause suckling dysfunctions in newborns?
-CN XII (condylar compression)-CN IX & CN X (at the jugular foramen)
What effect does the CV4 treatment have on CRI?
Increase amplitude
What midline bones of the cranium?
-Sphenoid-Occiput-Ethmoid-Vomer
A condylar compression in a newborn might cause difficulty in what?
Suckling
Where is the appendix chapman’s point?
Tip of the Right 12th Rib
Do Tenderpoints or Trigger points refer pain when pressed?
Trigger points
What is the myofascial release procedure?
1-Palpate restriction2-Apply compression (indirect) or traction (direct)3-Add twisting or transverse forces4-Use enhancers5-Await release
Where is the anterior tenderpoint for L5?
1 cm lateral to pubic symphysis on the superior ramus
What are the ABSOLUTE contraindications to HVLA? (6)
-Osteoporosis-Osteomyelitis (+ Pott’s dz)-Fractures in the area of thrust-Bone metastasis-Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis-Down’s syndrome
What are the RELATIVE contraindications to HVLA? (6)
-Acute whiplash-Pregnancy-Post-surgical -Herniated nucleus pulposus-Pts on Anticoagulation therapy or Hemophiliacs-Vertebral artery ischemia (+ Wallenbergs’s test)
Pupil: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Pupil: -Parasympathetic: Constricts (miosis) -Sympathetic: Dilates (mydriasis)
Lens: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Lens: -Parasympathetic: Contracts for Near vision -Sympathetic: Relaxation for Far vision
Glands: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Glands: -Parasympathetic: Stimulates Secretion (copious) -Sympathetic: Vasoconstriction for slight secretion
Sweat glands: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Sweat glands: -Parasympathetic: Sweating on palms of hands -Sympathetic: Copious sweating (cholinergic)
Heart: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Heart: -Parasympathetic: Decreases contractility & conduction velocity -Sympathetic: Increases contractility & conduction velocity
Bronchiolar smooth muscle: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Bronchiolar smooth muscle: -Parasympathetic: Contracts -Sympathetic: Relaxes
Respiratory epithelium: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Respiratory epithelium: -Parasympathetic: Decreases # of goblet cells to Enhance THIN secretions -Sympathetic: Increase # of goblet cells to produce THICK secretions
GI-Smooth muscle-Lumen: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
GI-Smooth muscle-Lumen: -Parasympathetic: Contracts -Sympathetic: Relaxes
GI-Smooth muscle-Sphincters: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
GI-Smooth muscle-Sphincters: -Parasympathetic: Relaxes -Sympathetic: Contracts
GI-Secretion & Motility: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
GI-Secretion & Motility: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Systemic arterioles-Skin & Visceral vessels: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Systemic arterioles-Skin & Visceral vessles: -Parasympathetic: None -Sympathetic: Contracts
Systemic arterioles-Skeletal muscle: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Systemic arterioles-Skeletal muscle: -Parasympathetic: None -Sympathetic: Relaxes
Bladder wall (detrusor): -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Bladder wall (detrusor): -Parasympathetic: Contracts -Sympathetic: Relaxes
Bladder sphincter (trigone): -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Bladder sphincter (trigone): -Parasympathetic: Relaxes -Sympathetic: Contracts
Penis: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Penis: -Parasympathetic: Erection -Sympathetic: Ejaculation
Kidneys: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Kidneys: -Parasympathetic: Unknown -Sympathetic: Vasoconstriction of afferent arteriole > DEcreased GFR > DEcreased urine volume
Ureters: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Ureters: -Parasympathetic: Maintains normal peristalsis -Sympathetic: Uterospasm
Liver: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Liver: -Parasympathetic: Slight glycogen synthesis -Sympathetic: Glycogenolysis (release glucose into bloodstream)
Uterus-Body (Fundus): -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Uterus-Body (Fundus): -Parasympathetic: Relaxation -Sympathetic: Constricts
Uterus-Cervix: -Parasympathetic: -Sympathetic:
Uterus-Cervix: -Parasympathetic: Constricts -Sympathetic: Relaxes
What are the CNS components of the Parasympathetic Nervous system?
-CN III (midbrain)-CN VII (pons)-CN IX (medulla)-CN X (medulla)-Pelvic Splanchnic (S2-S4)
Parasympathetic Innervation: -CN III (midbrain)
Pupils -Ciliary ganglion
Parasympathetic Innervation: -CN VII (pons)
Lacrimal & Nasal glands -Sphenopalatine ganglionSubmandibular & Sublingual glands -Submandibular ganglion
Parasympathetic Innervation: -CN IX (medulla)
Parotid gland -Otic ganglion
Parasympathetic Innervation: -CN X (medulla)
HeartBronchial treeGI System-Esophagus (lower 2/3)-Stomach-Sm. intestine-Liver-Gallbladder-Pancreas-Ascending colon-Transverse colonReproductive system-Ovaries-TestesUrinary system-Kidney-Upper ureter
Parasympathetic Innervation: -Pelvic Splanchnic (S2-S4)
GI system-Descending colong-Sigmoid colon-RectumReproductive system-Uterus-Prostate-GenitaliaUrinary System-Lower ureter-Bladder
Ascending & Transverse Colon.
CN X
Descending colon, sigmoid, rectum.
Pelvic splanchnic
Uterus
Pelvic splanchnic (S2-S4)
Ovaries/Testes
CN X
Kidney
CN X
Bladder
Pelvic splanchnic (S2-S4)
Lower ureter
Pelvic splanchnic (S2-S4)
Pancreas
CN X
Pupils
CN III (ciliary ganglion)
Parotid gland
CN IX (otic ganglion)
Lacrimal & Nasal glands
CN VII (sphenopalatine ganglion)
Small intestines
CN X
Bronchial tree
CN X
Genitalia
Pelvic splanchnic (S2-S4)
Heart
CN X
Head & Neck
T1 -T4
Heart
T1 - T5
Respiratory System
T2 - T7
Esophagus
T2 - T8
Upper GI Tract:-Stomach-Liver-Gallbladder-Spleen-Portions of Pancreas & Duodenum
T5 - T9*Before ligament of Treitz
Middle GI Tract:-Portions of Pancreas & Duodenum-Jejunum-Ilium-Ascending colon-Transverse colon (proximal 2/3)
T10 - T11*Btwn L. of Treitz and Splenic flexure
Lower GI Tract:-Transverse colon (distal 1/3)-Descending colon-Sigmoid colon-Rectum
T12 - L2*After Splenic flexure of large intestine
Appendix
T12
Kidneys
T10 - T11 -Superior Mesenteric Ganglion
Adrenal medulla
T10
Upper ureters
T10 - T11 -Superior Mesenteric Ganglion
Lower ureters
T12 - L1 -Inferior Mesenteric Ganglion
Bladder
T11 - L2
Gonads
T10 - T11
Uterus & Cervix
T10 - L2
Erectile tissue of penis & clitoris
T11 - L2
Prostate
T12 - L2
Arms
T2 - T8
Legs
T11 - L2
Upper GI tract: -Nerve & Ganglion
Greater Splanchnic N. -Celiac ganglion
Middle GI tract: -Nerve & Ganglion
Lesser Splanchnic N. -Superior Mesenteric ganglion
Lower GI tract: -Nerve & Ganglion
Least Splanchnic N. -Inferior Mesenteric ganglion
What divides the duodenum & jejunum?
Ligament of Treitz
What divides the transverse colon and descending colon?
Splenic flexure of large intestines
Appendix: -Anterior
Tip of Right 12th rib
Appendix: -Posterior
Transverse process of T11**this point directs differential diagnosis more toward ACUTE APPENDICITIS
Adrenals: -Anterior
2” superior and 1” lateral to the Umbilicus
Adrenals: -Posterior
Bwtn the Spinous and Transverse process of T11 and T12
Kidney: -Anterior
1” Superior and 1” Lateral to the umbilicus
Kidney: -Posterior
Btwn the Spinous and Transverse process of T12 and L1
Bladder: -Anterior
Periumbilical region
Colon
Lateral thigh within the Iliotibial band from Greater Trochanter to just above the Knee
Pancreas: -Anterior
Lateral to costal cartilage btwn Ribs 7 and 8 on the RIGHT
Asthma (acute)
T2 on Left
Prostate
Posterior margin of Iliotibial band
2nd Intercostal space
ThyroidEsophagusMyocardiumBronchi
1st Intercostal space
Tonsils
4th Intercostal space
Lung disease
6th Intercostal space on Left
Stomach Peristalsis
6th Intercostal space on the Right
LiverGallbladder
5th Intercostal space on Left
Stomach Hyperacidity
5th Intercostal space on the Right
Liver
7th Intercostal space on the Left
Spleen
7th Intercostal space on the Right
Pancreas
Periumbilical
Bladder
8-10 Intercostal
Small Intestines
Middle Ear Chapman point
1st Rib & Clavicles, Lateral to where they cross the 1st rib
Between the Spinous and Transverse process of:- T7-8 on Right
Pancreas
Between the Spinous and Transverse process of:- T11-12
Adrenals
Between the Spinous and Transverse process of:- T12-L1
Kidney
Superior edge of L2 Transverse process
Bladder
Eyes (anterior point)
Surgical neck of the Right Humerus
Tonsils
1st Intercostal space
Esophagus, Bronchi, Thyroid, Myocardium
2nd Intercostal space
Upper lung and Upper Extremities
Third Intercostal space
Middle ear (otitis media)
First rib and Clavicles, lateral to where they cross first rib