Study Guide Review Flashcards
What is the Sprain/Strain Grading system
A grading system used to categorize strains and sprains from grade 1-4
Grade 1 strain/sprain
Tearing of less then 50%
- minimal pain and swelling
- minimal loss of function
- ecchymosis unusual
- no difficulty weight bearing
2-4 weeks for return to full activity
Grade 2 strain/sprain
Tearing of more then 50% of tissue fibers -Moderate pain and swelling - some loss of function - ecchymosis common - difficulty weight bearing 6-8 weeks for full recovery
Grade 3 strain/sprain
Complete tear - severe pain and swelling -significant loss of function -ecchymosis present -difficulty weight bearing almost always 12-6 months for full recovery
-Grade 4 sprain/strain
Complete tear with separation occurring at ligament attachment to bone or the muscle
Phase 1
Inflammatory/acute
-48-72h to heal
Torn tissues leak blood into area
-this causes swelling and irritation
-key to controlling phase 1 is controlling inflammation
-therapy to reduce swelling is key
-early movement with minimal weight bearing recommended
-SHARP cardinal signs present
-platelets come into area with increased vasodialation and begin coagulation of blood preventing blood loss
Phase 2
Repair/ Subacute
72hours -6 weeks
- tissues regain functional strength
- increases in aerobic exercise, stretching, and strength training are gradually employed
Phase 3
Remodelling/ Chronic
- longest of the three phases
- starts around 6 weeks to 2 years
- the body redirects the healing fibers to increase strength and orient the tissue fibers along the lines of greatest stress
What are the goals of soft tissue mobilization?
- reduction of edema
- increase local blood flow
- decrease muscle soreness
- prevent adhesions
- reduce pain
- eliminate mayo fasciae trigger points
- facilitation of relaxation, reduction of spasms
- restore balance
Contraindications to soft tissue mobilization
-acute inflammation
-acute circulatory disturbance
Acute dermatological problem
-fever
-local infection
-local malignancy
-new burns
-potential embolus
-abdominal tumor
8 part basic low back rehab
- Neutral pelvis, abdominal bracing, hip hinging
- Directional preference
- Posture and strength training
- Return to activity
- Floor exercises to reprogram stability
- Weight bearing exercisies
7 balance large global muscles - Proprioceptive training
Neutral pelvis, abdominal bracing, hip hinging
Given as soon as possible
Expected to throughout the day in various positions
Hip hinge to avoid end range loading
Directional preference
Exercises and advice to modify ant directional preference
-taught to modify activities to prevent loads in the direction of any mechanical sensitivities
Posture and breath training
Assess and address inefficient posture and breathing patterns
Return to activity
Back to work and daily activities