signs and symptoms of MSD Flashcards
What are the five most common types of pain?
Acute, Chronic, Neuropathic, Nociceptive, Radicular
What type of pain results from nerve damage?
Neuropathic pain
What does nociceptive pain originate from?
Damage to body tissues like muscles, joints, and bones
What are the cardinal signs of inflammation?
Redness, heat, swelling, pain, and loss of function
What is the primary cause of a Marjolin ulcer?
Chronic wounds or long-standing scars
What is the typical appearance of a Marjolin ulcer?
Cauliflower-like appearance
What is the key feature of a Swan Neck deformity?
Hyperextension of the PIP joint and flexion of the DIP joint
What condition is characterized by flexion of the PIP joint and hyperextension of the DIP joint?
Boutonniere deformity
What are common symptoms of a joint effusion?
Swelling, pain, and restricted movement
What does Beighton Score assess?
Hypermobility in joints
What is a common cause of painful popping in the knee?
Iliotibial band syndrome (Runner’s knee)
What symptom is commonly associated with rheumatoid nodules?
Tender and swollen joints
What condition may result in a clicking or clunking sensation in the shoulder?
Biceps tendon instability
What is the primary function of the meniscus in the knee?
Shock absorption and joint stabilization
What is a common cause of genu varum (bow-leggedness)?
Proximal tibial varus deformity
What is arthrofibrosis?
Excessive scar tissue leading to joint stiffness
What are common causes of morning stiffness in joints?
Arthritis, inflammation, and muscle stiffness
What is the most common site for a patellar dislocation?
Laterally (to the outside of the knee)
What condition causes locking of the finger in a bent position?
Trigger finger
What are common causes of muscle atrophy?
Disuse, nerve damage, and chronic diseases
